2014 FORD EXPEDITION heating

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Note:Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills.
Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up
or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up
or straight down. . A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and
possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand
the route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without
seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse
over a hill without the aid of an observer.
When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than
downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has
started. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling.
If you do stall out, do not try to turn around because you might roll over.
It is better to back down to a safe location.
Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too much
power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
Descend a hill in the same gear you
would use to climb up the hill to
avoid excessive brake application
and brake overheating. Do not
descend in neutral; instead,
disengage overdrive or manually
shift to a lower gear. When
descending a steep hill, avoid
sudden hard braking as you could
lose control. When you brake hard,
the front wheels can’t turn and if
they aren’t turning, you won’t be able to steer. The front wheels have to
be turning in order to steer the vehicle.
If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not
pump the brakes.
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)197
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

Note:For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240 available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentrations.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNING:Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.
Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system
can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts.
WARNING:Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant
could make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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.
WARNING:Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling system sealants or additives
as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.
This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
Note:During normal vehicle operation, the engine coolant may change
color from orange to pink or light red. As long as the engine coolant is
clear and uncontaminated, this color change does not indicate the engine
coolant has degraded nor does it require the engine coolant to be
drained, the system to be flushed, or the engine coolant to be replaced.
•
DO NOT MIX different 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.
274Maintenance
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

•In case of emergency, a large amount of water without engine coolant
may be added in order to reach a vehicle service location. In this
instance, the cooling system must be drained, chemically cleaned with
Motorcraft Premium Cooling System Flush, and refilled with engine
coolant 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.
Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure will escape as you unscrew the cap.
Add prediluted engine coolant meeting the Ford specification.
SeeCapacities and Specificationsfor more information.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle.
If necessary, add enough prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant
level to the proper level.
Recycled Engine Coolant
Ford Motor Company does not recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
•A coolant concentration of 60% will provide improved freeze point
protection. Engine coolant concentrations above 60% will decrease the
overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may
cause engine damage.
Maintenance275
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that pays dividends in the form of
improved reliability, durability and resale value. To maintain the proper
performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, make sure
you have scheduled maintenance performed at the designated intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple, complex,
performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using
different specifications and performance features. That is why it is
important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for
various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most
appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your
vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against
maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance
information.
We strongly recommend the use of only genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner’s manual and the Ford Workshop Manual list the
recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please consult your warranty
information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, a qualified expert, such as the
factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored
fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material
contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and fluids at the specified
intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable way to
change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system or using a
Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Scheduled Maintenance495
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

911 Assist™ ..............................400
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................200
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............389
Accessing the help screen .......460
Accessing the music in your
jukebox ......................................454
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................412
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................391
Accessory delay ..........................93
Active call menu options .........389
Advanced menu options ...398, 418
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................398
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................49
and child safety seats ..............50
description ................................49
disposal ......................................55
driver airbag ..............................49
passenger airbag .......................49
side airbag ...........................49, 51
Air cleaner filter .......283–284, 341
Air conditioning ................121, 123
manual heating and air
conditioning system .......121, 123
Air filter .............................284, 341
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................190
Ambulance packages ..................15AM/FM .......................................436
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................273
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................200
Anti-theft system ..................78, 80
arming the system ..............78, 80
disarming a triggered
system .......................................80
AppLink™ .................................407
Armrests ....................................153
Ashtray(s) .................................168
Audio system
Single CD ................................351
Audio system (see Radio) .......351
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................184
fluid, adding ............................278
fluid, checking ........................278
fluid, refill capacities ..............337
fluid, specification ..................337
Auxiliary input jack
(Line in) ....................................360
Auxiliary powerpoint ................164
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........337
refill capacities ........................337
B
Battery .......................................279
acid, treating emergencies .....279
jumping a disabled battery ....249
maintenance-free ....................279
replacement, specifications ...341
servicing ..................................279
Booster seats ...............................22
Index511
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

Brakes ........................................200
anti-lock ...................................200
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................200
brake warning light ................200
fluid, checking and adding ....278
fluid, refill capacities ..............337
fluid, specifications .................337
lubricant specifications ..........337
parking ....................................201
shift interlock ..................187–188
trailer ...............................233–234
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....337
Car2U® Home Automation
System .......................................154
Cargo management system ......223
CD ..............................................351
CD player ..................................349
CD voice commands ................450,
452–453
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................327
Changing the air filter ..............284
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................39
LATCH .......................................28
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........431
Cleaning your vehicle ...............293
engine compartment ..............295
instrument panel ....................298
interior .....................................297
plastic parts ............................294washing ....................................293
waxing .....................................295
wheels ......................................300
wiper blades ............................296
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..121, 123
Clock ..........................................351
Console
overhead ......................96–97, 167
Controls
power seat ...............................138
Coolant ......................................273
checking and adding ..............273
refill capacities ........................337
specifications ..........................337
Creating a playlist .....................455
Cruise control ...........................211
Customer Assistance ................246
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................346
Getting roadside assistance ...246
Getting the service you
need .........................................252
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................258
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................256
Customizing your home
screen ........................................429
D
Defrost ...............121, 123, 125, 127
rear window ............................132
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................278
engine oil .................................272
512Index
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)

H
Hazard flashers .........................247
HD Radio™ ...............................439
Headlamps ...................................87
aiming ......................................286
autolamp system .......................88
bulb specifications ..................292
checking alignment ................286
flash to pass ..............................87
high beam .................................87
replacing bulbs .......................288
turning on and off ....................87
Head restraints .........................134
Heating ..............121, 123, 125, 127
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................158
Hood ..........................................270
I
Ignition ...............................170, 336
Illuminated visor mirror .............97
Information displays .................106
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................183
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................298
cluster ......................................101
lighting up panel and interior...88
J
Jack ............................................327
positioning ...............................327
storage .....................................327
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ....389Jukebox features .......................454
Jump-starting your vehicle ......249
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................69
keypad .......................................76
locking and unlocking doors ....77
programming entry code .........76
Keys .......................................56, 79
positions of the ignition .........170
L
Lamps ..........................................87
autolamp system .......................88
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................292
fog lamps ...................................89
headlamps .................................87
headlamps, flash to pass ..........87
instrument panel,
dimming .....................................88
interior lamps ...........................90
replacing bulbs ...............288, 291
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................89
LATCH anchors ...........................28
Liftgate ............................68, 71–72
Lights, warning and
indicator ....................................101
Loading instructions .................222
Loading pictures .......................429
Load limits .................................216
Locks
autolock .....................................69
childproof ..................................35
doors ..........................................67
514Index
2014 Expedition(exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA(fus)