Roadside Emergencies 234
Getting roadside assistance..............................234
Hazard warning flashers................................235
Fuel cut-off switch....................................236
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................236
Customer Assistance 239
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)........................246
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................246
Fuses 247
Changing a fuse......................................247
Fuses and relays......................................247
Fuse specification chart.................................248
Maintenance 256
General information...................................256
Opening and closing the hood............................257
Under hood overview..................................258
Engine oil dipstick....................................260
Engine oil check......................................260
Engine coolant check..................................261
Automatic transmission fluid check........................267
Brake fluid check.....................................271
Power steering fluid check..............................271
Fuel filter...........................................271
Washer fluid check....................................272
Battery.............................................272
Checking the wiper blades...............................273
Air filter(s)..........................................274
Adjusting the headlamps................................276
Changing a bulb......................................277
Bulb specification chart.................................279
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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
WARNING:Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.
Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by
an authorized dealer after any collision.
In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped
with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the
engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off.
Should your vehicle shut off after a collision, you may restart your
vehicle by doing the following:
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Turn the ignition on.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to re-enable fuel pump.
Note:If your vehicle has the push button start system, press the
stop/start button twice to reactivate the fuel system.
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if exposed
to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle.
Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to
push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.
Preparing Your Vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may
have firm soft shifts, firm shifts or both. This operation is considered normal
and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.
1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
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