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Your vehicle is equipped with two or three maintenance-free batteries
mounted in a covered tray located on the left frame rail. The covered
battery tray, depending upon application, may also have one or two steps
attached.
Covered battery tray shown
(battery tray with steps
similar).Pull up on the two rubber
straps on the battery cover and
move them to the side of the
battery in order to remove the lid.
Battery tray with cover
removed.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make sure you tightly fasten the battery cables to the battery
terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
If you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period, disconnect the
negative battery cable. This minimizes the discharge of your battery
during storage.
If the engine cranks but does not start, remove the battery box cover
and check the 40 amp inline fuse located on the battery cable above the
battery.
Because a computer electronically controls your vehicle’s engine, battery
power controls some conditions. When you disconnect the battery or
install a new battery, the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim
strategy for optimum driveability and performance. To begin this process:
1. With your vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in positionP(automatic transmission) or neutral
(manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn on the air conditioning 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 air conditioning on, put the transmission in positionP
(automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmission) and allow
the engine to idle for at least one minute.Note:Not allowing the
engine to relearn the idle trim may adversely affect the idle quality of
your vehicle until the engine eventually relearns the idle trim.
7. Drive your vehicle to complete the relearning process.
If you disconnect the battery or install a new battery, you have to reset
the clock and radio settings after reconnecting the battery.
Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center to
find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade
to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water
applied with a soft sponge or cloth.
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RETURN
RECYCLE
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CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. To remove the wiper blade, pull
the wiper arm away from your
vehicle. Pry open the lock cover
(A) with your thumb to release
the blade.
2. Press the retaining clip to
disengage the wiper blade, and
then pull the wiper blade down
(C) toward the windshield to
remove it from the arm.
3. To install the new wiper blade,
insert the wiper blade into the
wiper arm hook (B).
4. While holding the wiper arm,
push the wiper blade up and
away from the windshield.
5. Close the lock cover.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield. SeeCleaning the windows and wiper bladesin theVehicle
Carechapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
AIR FILTER CHECK
Diesel Engine
See your engine operator’s manual for information on the engine air
filter.
Gasoline Engine
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
A
B
C
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Note:Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.
See theScheduled Maintenancechapter for the appropriate intervals
for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. SeeMotorcraft part numbersin theCapacities and
Specificationschapter.
1. Locate and disconnect the mass
air flow sensor electrical connector
on the air outlet tube.
2. Reposition the locking clip on the
connector (connector shown from
below for clarity). Squeeze the
connector and pull it off the air
outlet tube.
3. Clean the area around the air
tube-to-air cover connection to
prevent debris from entering the
system. Loosen the bolt on the air
tube clamp so the clamp is no
longer snug to the air tube. It is not
necessary to remove the clamp
completely.
4. Pull the air tube off the air
cleaner housing.
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5. Release the three clamps that secure
the cover to the air filter housing. Push
the air filter cover toward the center of
your vehicle, and up slightly, to release
it.
6. Remove the air filter element
from the air filter housing.
7. Install a new air filter element.
8. Replace the air filter housing
cover and secure the clamps. Be
careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter
housing and cover. Make sure to
align the tabs on the edge into the
slots properly.
9. Slip the air tube onto the air
filter housing and tighten the air
tube clamp bolt snugly. Do not
overtighten the clamp.
10. Connect the mass air flow
sensor electrical connector to the
outlet tube. Make sure the locking
tab on the connector is in the
locked position (connector shown
from below for clarity).
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ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, an authorized dealer should
check the alignment of your headlamps.
CHANGING A BULB
Lamp Assembly Condensation
Exterior lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal
condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during
normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry
weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
•Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets).
•Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens.
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp.
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens.
Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service if any of the above
conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position.
2. Remove the four screws, and
then move the parking lamp
assembly away from the headlamp
bulb.
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3. Remove the four screws and the
retaining bracket from the headlamp
bulb.
4. Pull the headlamp bulb out of the
housing. Disconnect the electrical
connector, and then remove the
headlamp bulb.
5. Reverse the procedure to install
the new bulb.
Replacing Front Parking, Turn Signal and Side Marker Lamp Bulbs
To remove the parking lamp and turn signal bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position and the
turn signals are off.
2. Remove the four screws from
the lamp assembly.
3. Carefully lower the lamp
assembly and pull the bulb
socket straight out of the lamp
assembly.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
5. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb.
Replacing Front Clearance and Identification Lamp Bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position.
2. Remove the screw and lens from
the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
4. Reverse the procedure to install
the new bulb.
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Replacing Brake, Tail, Rear Turn Signal, Reverse, and License
Plate Lamp Bulbs
1. Remove the four screws and the
lamp lens from the lamp
assembly.
2. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
3. Reverse the procedure to install
the new bulb.
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs specifications are in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized D.O.T. for North America and an E
for Europe to make sure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs do not damage the lamp assembly or
void the lamp assembly warranty, and provide quality bulb illumination
time.
Function Number of
BulbsTrade Number
Headlamps 2 H6054
Front turn signal lamps 2 1157
Front sidemarker lamps, parking
lamps2 (amber) 194
Brake lamps, tail lamps, stop lamps,
rear turn signals lamps, license plate
lamps1 (each side) 1157
Back up lamps 2 1156
Front clearance and identification
lamps5 194
Dome lamp 1 105
Note:To replace all instrument panel lights, see an authorized dealer.
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