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Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on
snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting
from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate
better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop any
faster, because as in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Do
not become overconfident as to road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles
for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower
gears. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the wheels. Use
a “squeeze” technique, push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing
force which allows the wheels to brake yet continue to roll so that you
may steer in the direction you want to travel. If you lock the wheels,
release the brake pedal and repeat the squeeze technique. Since your
vehicle is equipped with a Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS),
apply the brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to theBrakes
section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the
anti-lock brake system.
WARNING:If you are driving in slippery conditions that require
tire chains or cables, then it is critical that you drive cautiously.
Keep speeds down, allow for longer stopping distances and avoid
aggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle control
which can lead to serious injury or death. If the rear end of the vehicle
slides while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you
regain control of the vehicle.
Maintenance and modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such
as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by
using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make
it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.
Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle
equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box
cover).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities
Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A All lock motor feeds, Liftgate
release, Liftglass release
18 20A Heated seat
19 25A Rear wiper
20 15A Datalink
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Park lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn relay
25 10A Demand lamps
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
27 20A Ignition switch
28 5A Radio
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A Restraints control module
32 10A Rear video camera module
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Not used (spare)
35 10A Four wheel drive, Electric power
assist steering (EPAS), Park aid
module, Active park assist module
36 5A Passive anti-theft system (PATS)
transceiver
37 10A Climate control
38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (premium radio)
39 20A Radio, Radio amplifier (navigation
only)
40 20A Front power point
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WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
A 80A Midi Electronic power steering module
(EPAS)
B 125A Midi Passenger compartment fuse
panel
1 15A* Heated mirror
2 30A** Rear defroster
3 20A** Rear power point (center console)
4 — Not used
5 10A* Powertrain control module (PCM)
– keep alive power, PCM relay,
Canister vent
6 15A* Alternator
7 15A* Liftgate latch
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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 and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
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.
WARNING:Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only.
Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to
bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will have limited power, will not be
able to maintain high-speed operation, and may completely shut down
without warning, potentially losing engine power, power steering assist,
and power brake assist, which may increase the possibility of a crash
resulting in serious injury.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
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Child safety seats ......................157
attaching with tether straps ..164
in front seat ............................158
in rear seat ..............................158
LATCH .....................................161
recommendations ...................155
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................166
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............281
instrument panel ....................283
interior .....................................284
plastic parts ............................282
washing ....................................279
waxing .....................................280
wheels ......................................280
wiper blades ............................282
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......45, 48
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................27
Compass, electronic ....................67
calibration .................................68
set zone adjustment .................67
Console ........................................69
overhead ....................................66
Controls
power seat ...............................115
steering column ........................77
Coolant
checking and adding ..............298
refill capacities ................301, 323
specifications ..........................323
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................74
Customer Assistance ................244
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................331Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................276
Getting roadside assistance ...244
Getting the service
you need .................................272
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................277
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................275
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................54
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................317
engine oil .................................292
Driving under special
conditions ..................226, 238, 240
sand .........................................239
snow and ice ...........................241
through water .................240, 243
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................265
running out of fuel .........264, 310
Emergency Flashers .................245
Emission control system ..........314
Engine ........................................326
cleaning ...................................281
coolant .....................................298
fail-safe cooling .......................302
idle speed control ...................296
lubrication specifications .......323
refill capacities ........................323
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Park Assist ................................230
Parking brake ............................214
Parts (see Motorcraft

parts) .........................................322
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................125
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................250
Power door locks ........................97
Power mirrors .............................73
Power point .................................70
Power steering ..........................221
fluid, refill capacity ................323
fluid, specifications .................323
Power Windows ...........................71
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................222
R
Radio ............................................27
Rear-view camera system .........228
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................155
Relays ........................................246
Remote entry system .......101–102
illuminated entry ............104–105
locking/unlocking
doors ................................102–103
opening the trunk ...................103
panic alarm .............................103
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................104
replacing the batteries ...........103
Reverse sensing system ...........226
Roadside assistance ..................244Roof rack ...............................88–89
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................123, 127–131
Safety Canopy ...........146–147, 149
Safety defects, reporting ..277–278
Safety restraints ........123, 127–131
Belt-Minder
...........................132
extension assembly ................132
for adults .........................128–130
for children .............................152
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................125
warning light and chime ........132
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................161
Safety seats for children ..........157
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................327
Satellite Radio Information ........41
Seats ..........................................111
child safety seats ....................157
heated ......................................116
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................105
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................107
Servicing your vehicle ..............287
Setting the clock .........................27
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............152
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................322, 326
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
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utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................323
Speed control ..............................74
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......210
Starting your
vehicle ........................207–208, 210
jump starting ..........................265
Steering wheel
controls ......................................77
tilting .........................................65
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................27
SYNC
..........................................44
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................65
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....189
Tires ...................................173–175
alignment ................................182
care ..........................................178
changing ..........................256, 258
checking the pressure ............178
inflating ...................................176
label .........................................188
replacing ..................................179
rotating ....................................182
safety practices .......................181
sidewall information ...............183
snow tires and chains ............193
spare tire .........................254, 256
terminology .............................175
tire grades ...............................174
treadwear ........................174, 178
Towing .......................................200recreational towing .................205
trailer towing ..........................200
wrecker ....................................270
Transmission .............................224
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....222
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................317
fluid, refill capacities ..............323
lubricant specifications ..........323
Trunk ...........................................88
Turn signal ..................................56
U
Universal garage door opener ....80
USB port ......................................37
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................327
Vehicle loading ..........................194
Ventilating your vehicle ...........211
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................290
Water, Driving through .............243
Windows
power .........................................71
rear wiper/washer .....................65
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................64
checking and adding fluid .....290
liftgate reservoir .....................290
replacing wiper blades ...291–292
Wrecker towing .........................270
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