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•DO NOT MIXdifferent colors or types of coolant in your vehicle.
Make sure the correct coolant is used. Mixing of engine coolants may
harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of an improper coolant
may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the
warranty. Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitiesin this chapter.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case
of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone
(without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
•Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol
and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
distilled water to the FULL COLD level. For all other vehicles which have
a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
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.
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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 Fuelsystem. 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
included funnel.
1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It
is attached to the underside of the
spare tire cover or is included with
the tire changing tools.
2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuelsystem.
3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container.
4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels
can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose
of the funnel.Do notuse aftermarket funnels; they will not work with
the Easy Fuelsystem and can damage it. The included funnel has been
specially designed to work safely with your vehicle.
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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.
WARNING:Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
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Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center (do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant,
after initial changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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A
Accessory delay ..........................80
AdvanceTrac ..............................216
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................146, 155, 158
and child safety seats ............148
description ..............146, 155, 158
disposal ....................................161
driver airbag ....146, 148, 156, 159
indicator light .........154, 157, 161
operation .........146, 148, 156, 159
passenger
airbag ...............146, 148, 156, 159
side airbag ...............................155
Air cleaner filter .......327–328, 333
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ....................46, 49
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................242
Ambient mood/lighting ...............59
AM/FM .........................................28
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................301
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................214–215
Anti-theft system ..............113, 117
arming the system ..................117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................118
triggering .................................118
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................28
Single CD ..................................28
Audio system (see Radio) .........28Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................223, 225
fluid, adding ....................322, 327
fluid, checking ................322, 327
fluid, refill capacities ..............334
fluid, specification ..................334
Selectshift (SST) ....................227
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........334
B
Battery .......................................299
acid, treating emergencies .....299
jumping a disabled battery ....266
maintenance-free ....................299
replacement, specifications ...333
servicing ..................................299
Belt-Minder.............................141
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................236
Blind spot mirror ......................235
Booster seats .............................175
Brakes ........................................214
anti-lock ...........................214–215
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................215
fluid, checking and adding ....322
fluid, refill capacities ..............334
fluid, specifications .................334
lubricant specifications ..........334
parking ....................................215
shift interlock ..........................221
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................59
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high beam .................................55
replacing bulbs .........................61
turning on and off ....................54
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................46, 49
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................44
Hood ..........................................289
I
Ignition ...............................209, 338
Illuminated visor mirror .............74
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................166
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................320
Instrument panel ........................78
cleaning ...................................283
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................56
J
Jack ............................................258
positioning ...............................258
storage .....................................258
Jump-starting your vehicle ......266
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................101
keypad .....................................112
locking and unlocking doors ..113
programming entry code .......112
Keys .....................................95, 115
positions of the ignition .........209L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................60
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................55
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps .....................58, 61
replacing bulbs .........................61
LATCH anchors .........................170
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........215
Load limits .................................201
Locks
autolock ...................................101
childproof ................................105
doors ........................................101
Lubricant specifications ...........334
Lug nuts ....................................264
Lumbar support, seats .....122, 124
M
Manual transmission .................229
fluid capacities ........................334
lubricant specifications ..........334
reverse .....................................230
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................23
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors ...................................81–82
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................81
heated ........................................82
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side view mirrors (power) .......82
Moon roof ....................................86
Motorcraftparts ..............287, 333
MyKey ..........................................96
N
Navigation system .......................43
O
Octane rating ............................312
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................294
P
Parental MyKey programming ...96
Parking brake ............................215
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........333
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................132
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................255
Power door locks ......................101
Power mirrors .............................82
Power point .................................78
Power steering ..................219, 221
fluid, checking and adding ....321
fluid, refill capacity ................334
fluid, specifications .................334
Power Windows ...........................79
Power windows
opening using remote entry
system .....................................108
R
Radio ............................................28Rear-view camera system .........233
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................164
Relays ........................................252
Remote entry system ...............107
illuminated entry ............110–111
locking/unlocking
doors ................................107–108
opening the trunk ...................109
opening the windows .............108
panic alarm .............................108
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................109
replacing the batteries ...........109
Reverse sensing system ...........231
Roadside assistance ..................249
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........131, 136–138, 140
Safety Canopy ...........................155
Safety defects, reporting ..........278
Safety restraints ........131, 136–140
Belt-Minder...........................141
extension assembly ................139
for adults .........................136–138
for children .............................162
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................132
warning light and chime ........140
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................170
Safety seats for children ..........166
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................339
Satellite Radio .............................28
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Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................340
Vehicle loading ..........................201
Ventilating your vehicle ...........212
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................293Water, Driving through .............248
Windows
opening using remote entry
system .....................................108
power .........................................79
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................72
checking and adding fluid .....293
replacing wiper blades ...........293
Wrecker towing .........................269
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