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4. To attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm, align the cross pin and
keyway (denoted with the arrows)
and firmly press the wiper blade
into the wiper arm until an audible
snap is heard.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.
•4.0L V6 engine
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WARNING:Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries
contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against
possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or
eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician
immediately.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with
the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for
at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is
reconnected. Additionally, the power running boards, if equipped, will
default to the off mode and must be turned on again.
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A
Accessory delay ........................115
AdvanceTrac ..............................269
Air cleaner filter ...............369–370
Air conditioning ..........................91
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................190, 199, 201
and child safety seats ............192
description ..............190, 199, 201
disposal ....................................204
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 ....................6
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................348
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................266–267
Anti-theft system ......................154
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................28, 32, 40
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................277, 279
fluid, adding ............................367
fluid, checking ........................367
fluid, refill capacities ..............371
fluid, specification ..................371
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....48
Auxiliary power point ...............112
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........371refill capacities ........................371
B
Battery .......................................346
acid, treating emergencies .....346
jumping a disabled battery ....312
maintenance-free ....................346
replacement, specifications ...370
servicing ..................................346
Belt-Minder.............................185
Booster seats .............................220
Brakes ........................................266
anti-lock ...........................266–267
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................267
fluid, checking and adding ....367
fluid, refill capacities ..............371
fluid, specifications .................371
lubricant specifications ..........371
parking ....................................267
shift interlock ..........................276
C
Calculating load ........................253
Capacities for refilling fluids ....371
Car2U garage door opener .......131
Cargo cover ...............................136
Cargo management system ......137
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................302
Child safety seats ......................209
attaching with tether
straps .......................................217
in front seat ............................210
in rear seat ..............................210
LATCH .....................................213
recommendations ...................207
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O
Octane rating ............................358
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................341
P
Parking brake ............................267
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....370
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................176
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................117
Power adjustable foot pedals ...117
Power deployable running
boards ........................................117
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................298
Power door locks ......................141
Power mirrors ...........................116
Power point ...............................112
Power steering ..........................274
fluid, checking and adding ....366
fluid, refill capacity ................371
fluid, specifications .................371
Power Windows .........................113
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................275
R
Radio ................................28, 32, 40
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................56
Rear window defroster ...............95Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................207
Relays ........................................295
Remote entry system .......146–147
illuminated entry ....................151
locking/unlocking
doors ................................147–148
panic alarm .............................148
replacing the batteries ...........149
Reverse sensing system ...........282
Roadside assistance ..................292
Roof rack ...................................139
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................175, 178–183
Safety Canopy ...........199, 201–202
Safety defects, reporting ..........326
Safety restraints ........175, 178–183
Belt-Minder...........................185
extension assembly ................184
for adults .........................179–182
for children .............................205
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................176
warning light and chime ........185
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................213
Safety seats for children ..........209
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................377
Satellite Radio Information ........53
Seats ..........................................157
child safety seats ....................209
easy access/easyout feature ..164
front seats ...............................160
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