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Engine oil filler capD.
Engine oil dipstickE.
Power steering fluid reservoirF.
Brake fluid reservoirG.
Engine coolant reservoirH.
Air filter assemblyI.
Power distribution boxJ.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
Note:For diesel engine information, referto the diesel supplement.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
2.Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutesfor the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure thegearshift is in P.
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself fromengine heat.
5.Locate and carefully remove the engineoil level dipstick. See the Under HoodOverview in this chapter for location ofdipstick.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert thedipstick fully, then remove it again.
•If the oil level is between the lowerand upper holes, the oil level isacceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the lowerhole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the lower and upperholes.
•Oil levels above the upper hole maycause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engineby an authorized dealer.
7. Put the oil level dipstick back into theoil dipstick tube and ensure it is fullyseated.
Adding Engine Oil
Note:Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
Note:Do not remove the engine oil leveldipstick when the engine is runnin
Note:Do not add oil further than the MAXmark. Oil levels above the MAX mark maycause engine damage.
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Headlamp Aiming Target
8 feet (2.4 meters)A
Center height of lamp to groundB
25 feet (7.6 meters)C
Horizontal reference lineD
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of awall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)away.
2. Measure the height of the headlampbulb center from the ground and markan 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontalreference line on the vertical wall orscreen at this height.
Note:To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to block the lightfrom one headlamp while adjusting theother.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps toilluminate the wall or screen and openthe hood.
4. On the wall or screen you will observea flat zone of high intensity lightlocated at the top of the right handportion of the beam pattern. If the topedge of the high intensity light zone isnot at the horizontal reference line, theheadlamp will need to be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on eachheadlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise or counterclockwise in orderto adjust the vertical aim of theheadlamp.
6. Repeat steps 3 thru 5 to adjust theother headlamp.
7.Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for thisvehicle and is not adjustable.
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REMOVING A HEADLAMP
WARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulbcarefully and keep out of children’sreach. Grasp the bulb only by itsplastic base and do not touch the glass.The oil from your hand could cause thebulb to break the next time the headlampsare operated.
Note:If the bulb is accidentally touched, itshould be cleaned with rubbing alcoholbefore being used.
Note:This procedure is for replacing theheadlamps, park lamps or turn lamps.
1. Make sure the headlamp control is inthe off position and open the hood.
2.Using masking tape or a marker, makean alignment mark between one of thegrille brackets and the vehicle radiatorsupport to ensure correct grillealignment during the installationprocedure. Do not scratch the blackcoating from the radiator support.
3. Remove the two grille to headlampassembly push pins and the four boltsattaching the top of the grille to theradiator support.
4.Pull the top of the grille forward to gainaccess to the lower grille spring clips.
5. Depress the spring clips through thelower inner grille access openings usinga flat head screwdriver.
6. Pull the grill straight out to remove.
7. Remove the four bolts from theheadlamp assembly.
8. Pull the assembly straight outdisengaging one snap clip from thefender.
9.Disconnect the electrical connector bysqueezing the release tab and pushingthe connector forward, then pulling itrearward.
CHANGING A BULB
WARNINGS
Switch all of the lamps and theignition off. Failure to follow thiswarning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
Bulbs become hot when in use. Letthem cool down before you removethem.
Use the correct specification bulb. SeeBulb Specification Chart (page 252).Install in the reverse order unless otherwisestated.
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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive.....................................158
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................110About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................169ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................169Accessories....................................................447Exterior style........................................................447Interior style.........................................................447Lifestyle.................................................................447Peace of mind.....................................................447AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation.............................................11Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................248Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................247Adjusting the Pedals....................................69Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66Airbag Disposal..............................................46Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................110AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................65Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65Arming the Alarm.................................................65Disarming the Alarm...........................................65Appendices.....................................................472Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87Headlamps On Warning Chime......................87Key in Ignition Warning Chime.........................87Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................88Audio Control..................................................66Media.........................................................................67Seek, Next or Previous........................................67Audio System.................................................317General Information...........................................317Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC..............................................................319
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/Touchscreen Display................................322Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......318Autolamps.........................................................72Autolamps - Programmable ExitDelay.....................................................................72Automatic Climate Control.........................111Automatic Transmission.............................151Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................155If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................156Understanding the Shift Positions of a6–Speed Automatic Transmission.........152Understanding the Shift Positions of the5–Speed Automatic Transmission..........151Understanding your SelectShiftAutomatic™ transmission.........................154Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................240Checking Automatic TransmissionFluid....................................................................241Auxiliary Power Points.................................137110 Volt AC Power Point....................................13712 Volt DC Power Point......................................137Locations................................................................137Auxiliary Switches.......................................448
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Bed Extender...................................................62Grocery mode........................................................63Tailgate mode........................................................62Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232Booster Seats..................................................24Types of Booster Seats......................................25Brake Fluid Check........................................244Brakes...............................................................169General Information..........................................169Breaking-In.....................................................207Bulb Specification Chart...........................252
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California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications - 6.2LV8...................................................................307Specifications.....................................................308
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Fuel Consumption........................................147Calculating Fuel Economy..............................148Filling the Tank.....................................................147Fuel Filter........................................................244Fuel Quality.....................................................145Choosing the Right Fuel...................................145Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex FuelVehicle (If Equipped)...................................145Diesel Engine........................................................145Octane Recommendations............................145Fuel Shutoff....................................................213Fuses.................................................................223Fuse Specification Chart...........................223Passenger Compartment FusePanel..................................................................228Power Distribution Box....................................223
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener............129Gauges...............................................................82Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............83Engine Oil Pressure Gauge...............................83Fuel Gauge..............................................................83Information Display.............................................84Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge..................................................................83General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................47General Maintenance Information.......453Multi-point Inspection.....................................455Owner Checks and Services..........................454Protecting Your Investment...........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................453Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................220Getting the Services You Need................217Away From Home...............................................217Global Opening................................................77Opening the Windows........................................77
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................170
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................213HDCSee: Using Hill Descent Control.....................177Head Restraints..............................................117Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................118Heated Seats..................................................124Rear Heated Seats ............................................124Heated Steering Wheel...............................68Heated Windows and Mirrors...................115Heated Exterior Mirror........................................115Heated Rear Window.........................................115HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................110Hill Start Assist..............................................170Switching the System On and Off.................171Using Hill Start Assist........................................170Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate...........................................................112Cooling the Interior Quickly..............................114General Hints.........................................................112Heating the Interior Quickly.............................113Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........114Recommended Settings for Heating...........114Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather..............................................................115Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................169Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
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Ignition Switch...............................................140In California (U.S. Only).............................218Information Display Control.......................67Type 1.........................................................................67Type 2.......................................................................68Information Displays....................................89General Information...........................................89Information.....................................................418911 Assist...............................................................425Alerts......................................................................424Calendar................................................................424Sirius Travel Link.................................................423SYNC Services (If Equipped, United StatesOnly)...................................................................419Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, USOnly)..................................................................427
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Memory Function.........................................120Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................122Linking a PreSet Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob................................................................................121Recalling a Preset Position...............................121Saving a Preset Position....................................121Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................89MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors................115See: Windows and Mirrors................................76Mobile Communications Equipment.......13Moonroof..........................................................80Bounce-Back..........................................................81Opening and Closing the Moonroof.............80Venting the Moonroof.........................................81Motorcraft Parts..........................................304MyFord Touch™...........................................374General Information..........................................374MyFord Touch™ Troubleshooting........440MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55MyKey™..............................................................51Principle of Operation..........................................51
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Navigation.......................................................431cityseekr................................................................433Destination Mode...............................................431Map Mode.............................................................437Navigation Map Updates...............................440Navigation Voice Commands.......................440Point of Interest (POI) Categories...............433Quick-touch Buttons.......................................439Setting Your Navigation Preferences.........434Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........4566.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines..................4566.7L Diesel Engine..............................................457
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................236Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem..............................................................236Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................235Opening and Closing the Hood..............232
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.......................................................221Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual...........221Overhead Console........................................139
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Parking Aid......................................................179Rear Parking Aid..................................................179Parking Aids....................................................179Parking Brake.................................................170Passive Anti-Theft System........................64SecuriLock™..........................................................64PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64Pedals................................................................69Perchlorate.........................................................11Phone.................................................................411Making Calls.........................................................413Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones..................412Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime....................................................................412Phone Menu Options........................................414Phone Settings....................................................417Phone Voice Commands.................................418Receiving Calls.....................................................413Text Messaging....................................................415Post-Crash Alert System...........................216Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................56Power Seats...................................................120Power Lumbar.....................................................120Power Recline......................................................120Power Steering Fluid Check.....................244Power Take-Off.............................................156Power Windows..............................................76Accessory Delay.....................................................77Bounce-Back..........................................................76One-Touch Up or Down.....................................76Window Lock..........................................................77Protecting the Environment........................14
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Rear Axle..........................................................167Rear Seat Armrest........................................128
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Towing Points...............................................204Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels.........................................................206Emergency Towing...........................................206Recreational Towing........................................206Towing..............................................................192Traction Control.............................................172Principle of Operation........................................172Trailer Sway Control....................................193Transfer Case Fluid Check........................243Transmission Code Designation...........306Transmission...................................................151TransmissionSee: Transmission...............................................151Transporting the Vehicle..........................205
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Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................233Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................234Universal Garage Door Opener...............129CAR2U® Home Automation System..........129HomeLink Wireless Control System............132USB Port.........................................................328Using Cruise Control....................................183Switching Cruise Control Off.........................183Switching Cruise Control On..........................183Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................1584WD Indicator Lights........................................159Driving Off-Road With Truck and UtilityVehicles.............................................................162Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) 4WDsystem...............................................................158How Your Vehicle Differs From OtherVehicles.............................................................162Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4WDsystem...............................................................158Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS)4WD system....................................................159Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WDsystem................................................................161Using Hill Descent Control.........................177Hill descent modes.............................................177Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................55Using Snow Chains.....................................284
Using Stability Control................................174AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™(RSC®)...............................................................174Using SYNC™ With Your MediaPlayer............................................................355Accessing Your Play Menu.............................360Connecting Your Digital Media Player to theUSB Port...........................................................355Media Menu Features......................................358Media Voice Commands.................................357System Settings.................................................362What's Playing?.................................................357Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............334Accessing Features Through the PhoneMenu..................................................................338Accessing Your Phone Settings....................342Making a Call.......................................................337Pairing a Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................334Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................335Phone Options during an Active Call..........337Phone Voice Commands................................335Receiving Calls....................................................337System Settings.................................................343Text Messaging..................................................340Using Traction Control................................172System Indicator Lights andMessages...........................................................173Using Voice Recognition............................331Initiating a Voice Session.................................331System Interaction and Feedback..............332Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................219
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Vehicle Care...................................................256General Information.........................................256Vehicle Certification Label......................306Vehicle Identification Number...............305
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