2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL coolant temperature

Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 245).C.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 245).D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 252).E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 247).F.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 262).G.
Power distribution box. See Fuses (page 233).H.
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
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ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistentlyand accurately, do the following:
1.Make sure the parking brake is on. Makesure the transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normaloperating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on levelground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15minutes for the oil to drain into the oilpan. Checking the engine oil level toosoon after you switch the engine offmay result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening andClosing the Hood (page 243).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it witha clean, lint-free cloth. See UnderHood Overview (page 244).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove itagain to check the oil level. SeeEngine Oil Dipstick (page 245).
8.Make sure that the oil level is betweenthe maximum and minimum marks. Ifthe oil level is at the minimum mark,add oil immediately. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 308).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,100 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING
Do not remove the filler cap whenthe engine is running.
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Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•It may be necessary to increase thecoolant concentration above 50%.
•A coolant concentration of 60%provides improved freeze pointprotection. Coolant concentrationsabove 60% decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of thecoolant and may cause enginedamage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•You can decrease the coolantconcentration to 40%.
•Coolant concentrations below 40%decrease the freeze and corrosionprotection characteristics of thecoolant and may cause enginedamage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extremeclimates should use prediluted coolant foroptimum cooling system and engineprotection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed inthe scheduled maintenance information,the coolant should be changed. Addprediluted coolant approved to the correctspecification. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 304).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarilydrive your vehicle before any incrementalcomponent damage occurs. The fail-safedistance depends on ambienttemperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, thecoolant temperature gauge moves towardthe red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates anda message may appear in theinformation display.
If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engineautomatically switches to alternatingcylinder operation. Each disabled cylinderacts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle stilloperates, however:
•Engine power is limited.
•The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the enginetemperature, causing the engine tocompletely shut down. Your steering andbraking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, youcan re-start the engine. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use duringemergencies only. Operate yourvehicle in fail-safe mode only as longas necessary to bring your vehicle to restin a safe location and seek immediaterepairs. When in fail-safe mode, yourvehicle will have limited power, will not beable to maintain high-speed operation, andmay completely shut down withoutwarning, potentially losing engine power,power steering assist, and power brakeassist, which may increase the possibilityof a crash resulting in serious injury.
Never remove the coolant reservoircap while the engine is running or hot.
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Maintenance

Your vehicle has limited engine powerwhen in the fail-safe mode, drive yourvehicle with caution. Your vehicle does notmaintain high-speed operation and theengine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable ofautomatically shutting down to preventengine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, we recommendthat you contact your roadsideassistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait a shortperiod for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolantlevel is at or below the minimum mark,add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools,you can re-start the engine. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible tominimize engine damage.
Note:Driving your vehicle without repairincreases the chance of engine damage.
Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement (If Equipped)
WARNING
To reduce the risk of crash and injury,be prepared that the vehicle speedmay reduce and the vehicle may notbe able to accelerate with full power untilthe coolant temperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, theengine may temporarily reach higher atemperature during severe operatingconditions, for example ascending a longor steep grade in high ambienttemperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolanttemperature gauge moves toward the redzone and a message may appear in theinformation display.
You may notice a reduction in vehiclespeed caused by reduced engine power.In order to manage the engine coolanttemperature. Your vehicle may enter thismode if certain high-temperature andhigh-load conditions take place. Theamount of speed reduction depends onvehicle loading, grade and ambienttemperature. If this occurs, there is no needto pull off the road. You can continue todrive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automaticallyturn on and off during severe operatingconditions to protect the engine fromoverheating. When the coolanttemperature decreases to the normaloperating temperature, the air conditioningturns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge movesfully into the red zone, or if the coolanttemperature warning or service enginesoon messages appear in your informationdisplay, do the following:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and shift the transmission intopark (P).
2. Leave the engine running until thecoolant temperature gauge needlereturns to the normal position. Afterseveral minutes, if the temperaturedoes not drop, follow the remainingsteps.
3.Switch the engine off and wait for it tocool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below theminimum mark, add prediluted coolantimmediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restartthe engine and continue.
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Maintenance

•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen you wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches witha light grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idlewith the climate controls set to defrostuntil the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
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Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................187Customer Assistance.................................226
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording..........................................10Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................75Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................75Type 2 - Configurable..........................................75Digital Radio...................................................318HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting.............................................319Direction Indicators........................................76Lane Change..........................................................76Doors and Locks.............................................52Drive Control..................................................194Driver Select Suspension................................194Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37Children and Airbags..........................................38Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................38Driving Aids.....................................................189Driving Hints...................................................218Driving Through Water................................219DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................75
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Economical Driving......................................218Emission Control System..........................156On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................157Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing....................................................157End User License Agreement.................462VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .................................462Engine Block Heater....................................148Using the Engine Block Heater......................149Engine Coolant Check................................247Adding Coolant...................................................247Coolant Change.................................................249Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................250
Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................249Recycled Coolant..............................................248Severe Climates.................................................249Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................61Engine Oil Check..........................................245Adding Engine Oil..............................................245Engine Oil Dipstick......................................245Engine Specifications................................304Drivebelt Routing...............................................304Entertainment..............................................386AM/FM Radio......................................................387Apps.......................................................................395Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................394CD (If equipped)................................................393HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)........................................................390SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).......................................................388Sources.................................................................386Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information................................395USB Ports.............................................................395Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks..........................207Before Towing a Trailer.....................................213Hitches...................................................................207Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC).........................................214Safety Chains......................................................209Trailer Brakes........................................................210Trailer Lamps........................................................213Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with aTrailer Towing Package and 7–PinConnector)......................................................207When Towing a Trailer.......................................213Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Exterior Mirrors...............................................80Auto-Dimming Feature.......................................81Blind Spot Monitor...............................................81Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors..............................80Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................81Memory Mirrors......................................................81Power Exterior Mirrors........................................80Power-Folding Mirrors.......................................80Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................81
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Media Voice Commands................................349USB 2......................................................................354Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........354Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............328Accessing Features through the PhoneMenu..................................................................333Accessing Your Phone Settings...................336Bluetooth Devices..............................................337Making Calls.........................................................332Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............329Pairing Subsequent Phones..........................330Phone Options during an Active Call.........332Phone Voice Commands................................330Receiving Calls....................................................332System Settings.................................................338Text Messaging...................................................334Using Traction Control................................176Switching the System Off ...............................176System Indicator Lights andMessages..........................................................176Using Voice Recognition...........................326Audio Voice Commands.................................380Climate Voice Commands..............................381Initiating a Voice Session................................326Mobile App Voice Commands......................383Navigation Voice Commands.......................382Phone Voice Commands.................................381SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands.....................................................384System Interaction and Feedback...............327Voice Settings Commands............................384Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................229
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Vehicle Care...................................................264General Information.........................................264Vehicle Certification Label.......................307Vehicle Identification Number...............306Vehicle Storage.............................................270Battery.....................................................................271Body........................................................................270Brakes......................................................................271Cooling system.....................................................271Engine......................................................................271Fuel system...........................................................271General..................................................................270
Miscellaneous.......................................................271Removing Vehicle From Storage...................271Tires..........................................................................271VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................112VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...........306Voice Control...................................................68Type One.................................................................68Type Two.................................................................69
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................874X2............................................................................894X4 Auto.................................................................894X4 HIGH................................................................904X4 LOW................................................................90Anti-Lock Braking System.................................87Battery......................................................................87Brake System.........................................................87Cruise Control........................................................87Direction Indicator................................................87Door Ajar..................................................................87Engine Coolant Temperature...........................87Engine Oil................................................................88Fasten Safety Belt...............................................88Front Airbag...........................................................88Front Fog Lamps..................................................88High Beam..............................................................88Hill Descent............................................................88Liftgate Ajar............................................................88Low Fuel Level......................................................88Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................88Low Washer Fluid................................................88Parking Lamps......................................................88Powertrain Fault...................................................88Service Engine Soon...........................................89Stability Control System...................................89Stability Control System Off...........................89Transmission Tow/Haul....................................89Washer Fluid Check....................................252WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................265See: Wipers and Washers...................................71Waxing.............................................................266Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................297
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