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WARNING:If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap,
excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system
or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum
of 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leaded
fuel or any other fuel. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and
could damage your vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives.
Note:Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause
powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not
be covered under warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with a
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some stations offer fuels posted as
“Regular” with an octane rating
below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels
below 87 are not recommended.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. If the problems
persist, see your authorized dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
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 to
Warning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
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EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the
Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates. Contact
your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your
vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the
fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. Your fuel economy may
vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraftor Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
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A
AdvanceTrac ..............................162
Air cleaner filter ...............240–241
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..................................94, 103
and child safety seats ..............96
description ........................94, 103
disposal ....................................105
driver airbag ......................96, 104
indicator light .................103, 105
operation ...........................96, 104
passenger airbag ...............96, 104
side airbag ...............................103
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................220
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................160
Anti-theft system ........................67
arming the system ....................68
Armrests ......................................75
Audio system (see Radio) ...20–21
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................238
fluid, checking ........................238
fluid, specification ..................242
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................169
fluid, refill capacities ..............242
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....24
Auxiliary power point .................53
Axle
refill capacities ........................242
B
Battery .......................................218acid, treating emergencies .....218
jumping a disabled battery ....192
maintenance-free ....................218
replacement, specifications ...241
servicing ..................................218
Belt-Minder...............................90
Bluetooth system ........................25
Booster seats .............................120
Brakes ........................................160
anti-lock ...................................160
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................160
fluid, checking and adding ....237
fluid, refill capacities ..............242
fluid, specifications .................242
lubricant specifications ..........242
parking ....................................161
shift interlock ..........................168
Bulbs ............................................43
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....242
CD player ....................................20
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................183
Child safety seats ......................110
attaching with tether straps ..116
in front seat ............................111
in rear seat ..............................111
LATCH .....................................114
recommendations ...................108
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................120
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............208
instrument panel ....................209
interior .....................................210
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cap ...........................................228
capacity ...................................242
choosing the right fuel ...........229
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................234
detergent in fuel .....................230
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................226, 228, 231
filter, specifications ........225, 241
fuel pump shut-off switch .....176
improving fuel economy ........231
octane rating ...................229, 245
quality ......................................230
running out of fuel .................230
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................226
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......176
Fuses ..........................................176
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............228
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................231
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................175
Headlamps ...................................39
aiming ..................................40–41
bulb specifications ....................43
daytime running lights .............39
flash to pass ..............................40
high beam .................................40
replacing bulbs .........................45
turning on and off ....................39
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................36Hood ..........................................213
I
Ignition ...............................155, 245
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................110
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................236
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................209
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................40
J
Jack ............................................183
positioning ...............................183
storage .....................................183
Jump-starting your vehicle ......192
K
Keys .............................................68
positions of the ignition .........155
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................43
daytime running light ...............39
headlamps .................................39
headlamps, flash to pass ..........40
instrument panel, dimming .....40
interior lamps .....................42, 44
replacing bulbs .........................45
LATCH anchors .........................114
Liftgate ........................................60
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Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........160
Load limits .................................148
Loading instructions .................153
Locks
childproof ..................................62
Lubricant specifications ...........242
Lug nuts ....................................191
Lumbar support, seats ...............75
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........242
Mirrors .........................................55
fold away ...................................55
heated ........................................55
side view mirrors (power) .......55
Motorcraftparts ..............211, 241
O
Octane rating ............................229
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................216
P
Parking brake ............................161
Parts (see Motorcraft
parts) .........................................241
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................83
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................180
Power mirrors .............................55
Power point .................................53
Power steering ..........................165fluid, checking and adding ....237
fluid, refill capacity ................242
fluid, specifications .................242
Power Windows ...........................54
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................166
R
Radio ......................................20–21
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................108
Relays ........................................176
Remote entry system .................63
illuminated entry ......................67
locking/unlocking doors .....62, 64
opening the trunk .....................64
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................66
replacing the batteries .............64
Reverse sensing system ...........171
Roadside assistance ..................174
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................81, 85–89
Safety Canopy ...........................103
Safety defects, reporting ..........205
Safety restraints ..............81, 85–89
Belt-Minder.............................90
for adults .............................86–88
for children .............................105
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................83
warning light and chime ....89–90
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Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................114
Safety seats for children ..........110
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................246
Seats ............................................71
child safety seats ....................110
front seats .................................74
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................67
Servicing your vehicle ..............212
Setting the clock .........................20
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................241, 245
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............6
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................242
Speed control ..............................56
Starting your vehicle ........155–157
jump starting ..........................192
Steering wheel
controls ......................................58
tilting .........................................52
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................52
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....140
Tires ...........................126–127, 183
alignment ................................134
care ..........................................130
changing ..........................183, 187
checking the pressure ............130inflating ...................................128
label .........................................140
replacing ..................................132
rotating ....................................134
safety practices .......................133
sidewall information ...............135
snow tires and chains ............147
spare tire .................................184
terminology .............................127
tire grades ...............................127
treadwear ........................126, 131
Towing .......................................154
recreational towing .................154
trailer towing ..........................154
wrecker ....................................197
Transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........242
Transmission .............................169
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....168
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................238
fluid, refill capacities ..............242
Trunk
remote release ..........................64
Turn signal ..................................42
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................246
Vehicle loading ..........................148
Ventilating your vehicle ...........158
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................215
Water, Driving through .............173
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