GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage
and/or personal burn injuries, do not
start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running. 1.
Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Pull the hood release lever.
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2. Slightly lift the hood.
3. Move the catch to the left. 4.
Open the hood. Support the hood with
the strut.
Closing the Hood
1. Remove the strut from the catch and secure it correctly in the clip.
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last
8–12 in (20– 30 cm).
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly
closed.
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25 ft (7.6 m)
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Horizontal reference line
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Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park your vehicle on level ground approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall
or screen.
2. Measure the distance from the ground
to the center of the headlamp low
beam bulb and mark an
8 ft (2.4 m)
long horizontal reference line on the
wall or screen at this height. Note:
There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center of the
bulb.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern while
adjusting one headlamp, you may want to
block the light from the other headlamp.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps and open the hood. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe
a flat zone of high intensity light
located at the top of the beam pattern.
If the top edge of the flat zone of high
intensity light is not on the horizontal
reference line, adjust the aim of the
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a suitable tool, for
example a screwdriver or hexagonal
socket, to turn the adjuster clockwise
or counterclockwise to adjust the
vertical aim of the headlamp. The
horizontal edge of the brighter light
should touch the horizontal reference
line.
6. Close the hood and switch off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
The horizontal aim of the headlamp beam
on your vehicle is not adjustable.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP WARNING
Switch all of the lamps and the
ignition off. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious
personal injury. 1. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 207). 2. Remove the screws. 3. Pull the headlamp toward the front of
your vehicle to disengage it from its
locating points and then lift the
headlamp up. 4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Note:
When you install the headlamp, make
sure that you correctly attach the electrical
connector.
Note: When you install the headlamp, make
sure that you correctly engage its locating
points.
CHANGING A BULB WARNINGS
Switch all of the lamps and the
ignition off. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious
personal injury.
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A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 92
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 140
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 140
Accessories....................................................358 Exterior Style....................................................... 358
Interior Style........................................................ 358
Lifestyle................................................................. 358
Peace of Mind..................................................... 358
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 10
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................223
Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 225
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 223
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
....................63
Airbag Disposal..............................................46
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 92
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............232
Air Vents
.............................................................92
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 62
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................62 Alarm System........................................................ 62
Arming the Alarm................................................. 62
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 62
Triggering the Alarm............................................ 62
Appendices....................................................382
Audible Warnings and Indicators
..............81
Airbag Secondary Warning................................ 81
Door Ajar................................................................... 81
Exterior Lamps On................................................ 81
Gearshift Lever not in Park (P)........................ 81
Key in Ignition.......................................................... 81
Parking Brake On................................................... 81
Safety Belt Minder................................................ 81
Audio Control
...................................................63
Audio Input Jack..........................................308
Audio System
................................................294
General Information......................................... 294Audio Troubleshooting
...............................310
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio
.............................302
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC............................................................300
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/ FM
...................................................................295
AUX Button.......................................................... 298
Clock Button........................................................ 297
Menu Button....................................................... 298
Sound Button..................................................... 298
Station Preset Buttons.................................... 298
Station Tuning Buttons.................................... 297
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.................................................298
Autolamps........................................................70 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 70
Automatic Transmission............................136 Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 138
Hints on Driving with an Automatic Transmission................................................... 138
Understanding the Gearshift Lever Positions of the Automatic
Transmission................................................... 136
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..............................................................217
Autowipers.......................................................66
Auxiliary Power Points
................................105
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 105
AC Power Point................................................... 105
Locations............................................................... 105
Auxiliary Switches
.......................................359
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 221
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........207
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Bottle Holder..................................................107
Brake Fluid Check.........................................218
Brakes...............................................................140 General Information.......................................... 140
Breaking-In......................................................178
Bulb Specification Chart
..........................230
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Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate...........................................................94
Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................. 94
General Hints......................................................... 94
Heating the Interior Quickly............................. 94
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel
and Footwell Positions................................. 95
Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........94
Recommended Settings for Heating............94
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 95
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures................................................... 94
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................140
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........207
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Ignition Switch..............................................108
In California (U.S. Only)..............................187
Information Display Control.......................65
Information Displays
.....................................82
General Information............................................ 82
Information Messages
..................................87
Installing Child Restraints............................16
Child Seats............................................................... 16
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................. 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster
.........................................76
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.......................71
Interior Lamps
..................................................72
Courtesy Lamp...................................................... 72
Reading Lamps...................................................... 72
Interior Mirror
....................................................74
Auto-Dimming Mirror.......................................... 75
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle
.........................182
Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 183
Jump Starting...................................................... 184
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 183
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 184
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................47 Principle of Operation......................................... 47
L
Lane Keeping System.................................154 Lane Keeping Alert............................................. 154
Lighting Control
..............................................69
Headlamp Flasher............................................... 70
High Beams............................................................ 69
Lighting Control Positions................................ 69
Parking Lamps....................................................... 70
Lighting..............................................................69 General Information........................................... 69
Load Carrying
.................................................158
Load Limit.......................................................158
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 165
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer................................................................. 158
Load Retaining Fixtures.............................158 Securing Cargo.................................................... 158
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Locking and Unlocking.................................56
Automatic Locking.............................................. 60
Automatic Unlocking......................................... 60
Configurable Unlocking..................................... 60
Locking..................................................................... 56
Locking and Unlocking Confirmation...........56
Locking and Unlocking the Doors From Inside.................................................................... 56
One-Stage Unlocking........................................ 60
Opening and Closing the Double Rear Doors.................................................................... 58
Opening and Closing the Sliding Door.........57
Rear Emergency Exit........................................... 59
Two-Stage Unlocking........................................ 60
Unlocking................................................................ 56
Zone Re-Locking.................................................. 60
Locks
...................................................................56
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 264
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Maintenance..................................................207 General Information.......................................... 207
Manual Climate Control..............................93
Manual Seats
..................................................98
Adjusting the Armrest...................................... 100
Adjusting the Lumbar Support....................... 99
Moving the Seat Backward or Forward.............................................................. 98
Recline Adjustment............................................ 99
Media Hub
.....................................................309
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 82
Mirrors See: Heated Windows and Mirrors................96
See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 73
Mobile Communications Equipment
.......12
Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel.............................................................278
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L...............................276
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L................................277
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................54
MyKey ™............................................................50
Principle of Operation........................................ 50N
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........366
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® (Vehicles with
a 3.2L, 3.5L and 3.7L Engine)................... 366
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 367
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................214 Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System............................................................... 214
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........................................ 212
Opening and Closing the Hood..............207 Closing the Hood............................................... 208
Opening the Hood............................................. 207
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................190
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual...........191
Overhead Console
........................................107
Overhead Storage Compartments..............107
P
Parking Aid......................................................146 Switching the Parking Aid System
Off........................................................................\
147
Parking Aids
....................................................146
Principle of Operation....................................... 146
Parking Brake..................................................141 Center Parking Brake.......................................... 141
Passive Anti-Theft System..........................61 SecuriLock®............................................................ 61
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Perchlorate........................................................10
Personalized Settings
..................................86
Measure Units....................................................... 86
Post-Crash Alert System
...........................185
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 56
Power Seats...................................................100 Power Lumbar..................................................... 102
Power Steering Fluid Check......................218 Adding Power Steering Fluid.......................... 218
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