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If the service engine soonindicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer toOn-board
diagnostics (OBD-II)in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
information.If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCONAT F.
•Gasoline engine shown; diesel
engine similar. Refer to
Identifying components in the
engine compartmentin the
diesel supplement.
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°F–80°F
(-7°C–25°C):
1. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX range. Do not add fluid if the level is within this range.
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Peace of mind
•Keyless entry keypad•Back up alarm*
•Remote start•Cable lock*
•Vehicle security systems•Bed hooks*
•Wheel locks•Tool/Cargo boxes*
•Protective seat covers*
•Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors*
Not all accessories are available for all models.
*Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessory
manufacturer’s warranty. Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designed
and developed by the accessory manufacturer and have not been
designed or tested to Ford Motor Company engineering requirements.
Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited
warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by
the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by your authorized dealer.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Any non-Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or
components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or
the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability.
Accessories
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checking and adding ..............379
dipstick ....................................379
filter, specifications ........380, 413
recommendations ...................380
refill capacities ........................414
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................273
F
Fail safe cooling ........................387
Fleet MyKey programming ......133
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....390
Floor mats .........................126–127
Fluid capacities .........................414
Fog lamps ....................................90
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......304
driving off road .......................311
electronic shift ................305, 309
indicator light .........................306
lever operated shift ................306
manual locking hubs ..............305
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................289
Fuel ............................................390
calculating fuel
economy ............................25, 396
cap ...........................................393
capacity ...................................414
choosing the right fuel ...........394
detergent in fuel .....................396
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................390, 393, 397
filter, specifications ........390, 413
fuel pump shut-off ..................324
improving fuel economy ........396
octane rating ...........394–395, 418
quality ......................................395
running out of fuel .................396safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................390
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................390, 394–395
Fuses ..................................324–325
G
Garage door opener ..................120
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............393
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................396
Gauges .........................................21
H
Hazard flashers .........................323
Headlamps ...................................89
aiming ..................................91–92
autolamp system .......................89
daytime running lights .............91
flash to pass ..............................90
high beam .................................90
replacing bulbs .........................95
turning on and off ....................89
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................80, 83
Hill descent mode .....................285
Hill start assist ..........................299
Hood ..........................................375
I
Ignition ...............................269, 418
Illuminated visor mirror ...........101
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................203
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................401
Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................369–370
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................91
J
Jack ............................................334
positioning ...............................334
storage .....................................334
Jump-starting your vehicle ......351
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................141
keypad .....................................152
locking and unlocking doors ..153
programming entry code .......152
Keys ...................................133, 154
positions of the ignition .........269
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................89
daytime running light ...............91
fog lamps ...................................90
headlamps .................................89
headlamps, flash to pass ..........90
instrument panel, dimming .....91
interior lamps ...........................93
replacing bulbs .............95, 97–99
LATCH anchors .........................210
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........276
Loading instructions .................255Load limits .................................248
Locks
autolock ...................................141
childproof ................................145
doors ........................................141
Lug nuts ....................................350
Lumbar support, seats .............164
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................414
Message center ...............22–23, 40
english/metric button ...............28
system check button
................28
warning messages
...............29, 48
Mirrors
...............................108–109
automatic dimming rearview
mirror
......................................108
fold away
.................109, 111–112
heated
........................................83
programmable memory
..........147
side view mirrors (power)
.....109
signal
.......................................112
Moon roof
..................................118
Motorcraftparts
......................413
MyKey
........................................133
N
Navigation system
.......................79
O
Octane rating
....................394–395
Oil (see Engine oil)
..................379
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P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................133
Parking brake ............................277
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........413
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................113
Power adjustable foot pedals ...113
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................329
Power door locks ......................141
Power mirrors ...........................109
Power point ...............................103
Power steering ..........................286
fluid, checking and adding ....402
fluid, refill capacity ................414
Power Windows .........................105
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................289
R
Radio ......................................61, 63
Rear-view camera system .........302
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................201
Relays ........................................324
Remote entry system .......145–146
illuminated entry ....................149
locking/unlocking
doors ................................146–147
Remote start ...........................150
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................149replacing the batteries ...........148
Remote start .............................150
Remote start climate
operation .....................................87
Reverse sensing system ...........300
Roadside assistance ..................322
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..172, 174, 176, 178–179
Safety Canopy ...................189–190
Safety defects, reporting ..........364
Safety
restraints ...172, 174, 176, 178–179
Belt-Minder...........................180
extension assembly ................179
for adults .................174, 176, 178
for children .............................199
warning light and
chime ...............................179–180
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................210
Safety seats for children ..........203
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................419
Satellite Radio Information ........76
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............433
Seats ..........................................157
child safety seats ....................203
cleaning ...................................372
climate control ..................83, 166
easy access/easyout feature ..168
memory seat ...................147, 167
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................152
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................153–154
Servicing your vehicle ..............374
Setting the clock ...................62, 64
Snowplowing .................7, 319–320
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............193
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................413, 418
Special notice ................................7
ambulance conversions ..............7
diesel-powered vehicles .............6
four-wheel drive vehicles .......321
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Speed control ............................113
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......272
Starting your vehicle ........269–272
jump starting ..........................351
Steering wheel
controls ....................................115
tilting .......................................101
SYNC..........................................79
T
Tailgate ......................................127
Tilt steering wheel ....................101
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....240
Tires ...........................222–224, 334
alignment ................................232
care ..........................................228
changing ..................334, 337, 340
checking the pressure ............227
inflating ...................................225label .........................................239
replacing ..................................230
rotating ....................................233
safety practices .......................231
sidewall information ...............234
snow tires and chains ............247
spare tire .................................335
terminology .............................224
tire grades ...............................223
treadwear ........................223, 229
Towing .......................................255
recreational towing .................267
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............260
trailer towing ..........................255
wrecker ....................................355
Traction control ........................278
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................260
Trailer sway control ..................285
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................407
Transmission .............................291
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....289
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................404
fluid, refill capacities ..............414
Turn signal ..................................93
U
Universal garage door opener ..120
Upfitter controls .......................117
USB port ......................................72
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................420
Vehicle loading ..........................248
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