2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL 4WD

4WD Messages
ActionMessage
Displays when a 4X4 system fault is present.Check 4X4
Displays when the 4X4 system is making a shift.4X4 Shift In Progress
Displays when trying to select 4X4 Low.For 4X4 Low Apply Brake
Displays when you select 4X4 LOW with the vehiclestopped.For 4X4 Low Shift to N
Displays when you select 4X4 LOW while the vehicleis moving.For 4X4 Low Slow To 3 MPH
Displays when you select 2WD with the vehiclestopped in 4X4 LOW.To Exit 4X4 Low Apply Brake
Displays when you select 2WD with the vehiclestopped in 4X4 LOW.To Exit 4X4 Low Shift To N
Displays when you select 2WD while the vehicle isoperating in 4X4 LOW.To Exit 4X4 Low Slow To 3 MPH
May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW.Shift Delayed Pull Forward
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Information Displays

USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
WARNING
For important information regardingsafe operation of this type of vehicle,see General Information in theWheels and Tires chapter.
Note:Do not use 4H or 4L mode on dry,hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear and maydamage drive components. 4H and 4L modeis only intended for consistently slippery orloose surfaces.
Note:If 4L mode is selected while yourvehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h),the 4WD system will not perform a shift.This is normal and should be no reason forconcern. Refer to Shifting to or from 4L forproper operation.
4WD Indicator Lights
The indicator lights illuminate in theinformation display in the reconfigurabletelltale (RTT) location under the followingconditions. See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 87).
Note:When a 4X4 system fault is present,the system will typically remain in whichever4WD mode was selected prior to the faultcondition occurring. It will not default to 4X2in all circumstances. When this warning isdisplayed, have your vehicle serviced by anauthorized dealer.
4X2
Momentarily illuminates when2H is selected.
4X4 AUTO
Continuously illuminates when4A is selected.
4X4 HIGH
Continuously illuminates when4H is selected.
4X4 LOW
Continuously illuminates when4L is selected.
4WD Switch Positions
WARNING
Utility and four-wheel drive vehiclesare not designed for cornering atspeeds as high as passenger cars anymore than low-slung sports cars aredesigned to perform satisfactorily underoff-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns orabrupt maneuvers in these vehicles.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped withAdvanceTrac® with RSC®, the system willautomatically turn off the stabilityenhancement feature when you shift the4WD system into 4L (4X4 LOW). You canmanually turn the system off by pressingthe AdvanceTrac button. See UsingTraction Control (page 176). This willdisable the engine management feature,allowing the vehicle to maintain full powerand enhanced momentum through theobstacle. The brake traction enhancementfeature will still be enabled.
Note:The Control Trac® selector switchshould not be changed while the rear wheelsare slipping.
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3. Move the 4WD switch to the desiredmode.
The information display will display amessage indicating a 4X4 shift is inprogress. The information display will thendisplay the system mode selected.
If any of the above shift conditions are notmet, the shift will not occur and theinformation display will display informationguiding the driver through the proper rangeof shifting procedures.
If SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD isdisplayed in the information display,transfer case gear tooth blockage ispresent. To alleviate this condition, placethe transmission in a forward gear, movethe vehicle forward approximately 5 ft(2 m), and shift the transmission back toneutral (N) to allow the transfer case tocomplete the range shift.
How Your Vehicle Differs FromOther Vehicles
WARNING
Vehicles with a higher center ofgravity such as utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of gravity.Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles arenot designed for cornering at speeds ashigh as passenger cars any more thanlow-slung sports cars are designed toperform satisfactorily under off-roadconditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessivespeed and abrupt maneuvers in thesevehicles. Failure to drive cautiously couldresult in an increased risk of loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover, personal injury anddeath.
Truck and utility vehicles can differ fromsome other vehicles. Your vehicle may behigher to allow it to travel over roughterrain without getting hung up ordamaging underbody components.
The differences that make your vehicle soversatile also make it handle differentlythan an ordinary passenger car.
Maintain steering wheel control at alltimes, especially in rough terrain. Sincesudden changes in terrain can result inabrupt steering wheel motion, make sureyou grip the steering wheel from theoutside. Do not grip the spokes.
Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damagefrom concealed objects such as rocks andstumps.
You should either know the terrain orexamine maps of the area before driving.Map out your route before driving in thearea. To maintain steering and brakingcontrol of your vehicle, you must have allfour wheels on the ground and they mustbe rolling, not sliding or spinning.
Driving Off-Road With Truck andUtility Vehicles
Note:On some models, the initial shift fromtwo-wheel drive to four-wheel drive whileyour vehicle is moving can cause somemomentary clunk and ratcheting sounds.This is the front drivetrain coming up tospeed and the automatic locking hubsengaging and is not cause for concern.
Note:Your vehicle may be equipped witha front air dam that can become damaged(due to reduced ground clearance) whentaking your vehicle off-road. You mayremove this air dam by removing eight bolts.
Four-wheel drive vehicles are speciallyequipped for driving on sand, snow, mudand rough terrain and have operatingcharacteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conventional vehicles, bothon and off the road.
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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)

The transfer case supples power to all fourwheels. On four-wheel drive vehicles, thetransfer case allows you to select different4WD modes when necessary. You can findinformation on transfer case operation andshifting procedures in this chapter. You canfind information on transfer casemaintenance in the Maintenance chapter.You should become thoroughly familiarwith this information before you operateyour vehicle.
Four-wheel drive (when you select a 4WDmode) uses all four wheels to power yourvehicle. This increases traction, enablingyou to drive over terrain and roadconditions that a conventional two-wheeldrive vehicle cannot.
Basic Operating Principles
•Do not use 4H or 4L on dry, hardsurfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear andmay damage drive components. 4H or4L modes are only intended forconsistently slippery or loose surfaces.
•Drive slower in strong crosswinds whichcan affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle.
•When driving your vehicle on surfacesmade slippery by loose sand, water,gravel, snow or ice proceed with care.
If Your Vehicle leaves the Road
If your vehicle leaves the road, reduce yourvehicle speed and avoid severe braking.When your vehicle speed decreases, easeyour vehicle back onto the road. Do notturn the steering wheel sharply whilereturning your vehicle to the road.
It may be safer to stay on the shoulder ofthe road and slow down gradually beforereturning to the road. You may lose controlif you do not slow down or if you turn thesteering wheel too sharply or abruptly.
It may be less risky to strike small objects,such as freeway reflectors, with minordamage to your vehicle rather thanattempt a sudden return to the road whichcould cause your vehicle to slide sidewaysout of control or roll over. Remember, yoursafety and the safety of others should beyour primary concern.
If your vehicle gets stuck
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over 35mph (56 km/h). The tires may failand injure a passenger or bystander.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature,damage to the transmission may occur.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle for morethan a minute, damage to the transmissionand tires may occur or the engine mayoverheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow itmay be rocked out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts, in a steady pattern. Presslightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Emergency Maneuvers
In an unavoidable emergency situationwhere a sudden sharp turn must be made,remember to avoid over-driving yourvehicle (i.e. turn the steering wheel only asrapidly and as far as required to avoid theemergency). Excessive steering can resultin loss of vehicle control. Apply smoothpressure to the accelerator pedal or brakepedal when changes in vehicle speed arerequired. Avoid abrupt steering,acceleration and braking. This could resultin an increased risk of vehicle roll over, lossof vehicle control and personal injury. Useall available road surface to bring yourvehicle to a safe direction of travel.
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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)

In the event of an emergency stop, avoidskidding the tires and do not attempt anysharp steering wheel movements.
If your vehicle goes from one type ofsurface to another (i.e. from concrete togravel) there will be a change in the wayyour vehicle responds to a maneuver (i.e.steering, acceleration or braking).
Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all fourwheels on the most solid area of the trail.Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shiftto a lower gear and drive steadily throughthe terrain. Apply the accelerator slowlyand avoid excessive wheel slip.
Avoid driving at excessive speeds, thiscauses vehicle momentum to work againstyou and your vehicle could become stuckto the point that assistance may berequired from another vehicle. Remember,you may be able to back out the way youcame if you proceed with caution.
Mud and Water
Note:Driving through deep water maydamage the vehicle.
If you must drive through high water, driveslowly. Traction or brake capability maybe limited.
When driving through water, determine thedepth and avoid water higher than thebottom of the hubs. If the ignition systemgets wet, your vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes.Wet brakes do not stop your vehicle aseffectively as dry brakes. Drying can beimproved by applying light pressure to thebrake pedal while moving slowly.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose tractionin slick mud. As when you are driving oversand, apply the accelerator slowly andavoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicledoes slide, steer in the direction of the slideuntil you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or frontaxle are submerged in water, their fluidsshould be checked and changed, ifnecessary.
If the front or rear axle is submerged inwater, the axle lubricant should bereplaced.
After driving through mud, clean off residuestuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.Excess mud stuck on tires and rotatingdriveshafts causes an imbalance thatcould damage drive components.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational programdesigned to increase public awareness ofland-use regulations and responsibilitiesin our nations wilderness areas. Ford MotorCompany joins the U.S. Forest Service andthe Bureau of Land Management inencouraging you to help preserve ournational forest and other public and privatelands by “treading lightly”.
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Note:Avoid driving crosswise or turning onsteep slopes or hills.
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Stability Control and Traction Control with RSC Features
Disabled 4DisabledDisabledFlashes thenilluminated
solid 2
Button pressedand held formore than 5seconds atvehicle speedunder 35 mph(56 km/h)
Disabled1Enabled1EnabledIlluminatedVehicle speedexceeds 35 mph(56 km/h) afterbutton ispressed andheld for morethan 5 seconds
EnabledEnabledEnabledNot illuminatedButton pressedagain afterdeactivation
Disabled 4DisabledDisabledIlluminatedButton notpressed and thetransfer case isswitched to
4WD Low3
1The traction control system may still be enabled but with higher entry thresholdscompared to the full system. The electronic stability control entry thresholds are highercompared to the full system.2When you press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds the indicator lamp blinksfor three seconds.3Your vehicle may or may not have this feature available. When you select 4WD low thestability control light illuminates and all stability control with RSC features are disabled.4Engine traction control and two-wheel spin brake traction control functions are disabled.Single wheel spin traction control is always enabled.
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Stability Control

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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive......................................165
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................112About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................173ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................173Accessories....................................................439Exterior Style.......................................................439Interior Style........................................................439Lifestyle.................................................................439Peace of Mind.....................................................439AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................12Adjusting the Headlamps........................256Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................257Vertical Aim Adjustment................................256Adjusting the Pedals.....................................70Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Column Shift/Manual AdjustableSteering Column..........................................65Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Floor Shift/Manual AdjustableSteering Column..........................................65Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn...........................................................66Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................67End of Travel Position.........................................67Memory Feature....................................................67Airbag Disposal................................................41Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................112Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............262AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................62Ambient Lighting............................................78
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................62Arming the Alarm.................................................62Disarming the Alarm...........................................62Appendices....................................................462Apps...................................................................412...................................................................................412SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link....................413Audible Warnings and Indicators............90Direction Indicator Chime.................................90Headlamps On Warning Chime.....................90Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................90Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................90Audio Control...................................................67Media........................................................................68Seek, Next or Previous.......................................68Type One..................................................................67Type Two.................................................................68Audio System.................................................313General Information..........................................313Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite Radio..............................314Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD............................................................316Rear Seat Audio Controls................................318Autolamps.........................................................74Windshield Wiper ActivatedHeadlamps.........................................................74Automatic Climate Control........................115Automatic Transmission...........................159Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................162If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................164SelectShift™ AutomaticTransmission....................................................161Understanding the Shift Positions of yourAutomatic Transmission.............................159Automatic Transmission FluidCheck..............................................................251Autowipers.........................................................71Auxiliary Power Points.................................141110 Volt AC Power Point....................................14112 Volt DC Power Point......................................141Locations................................................................141
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................253
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Index

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Ignition Switch...............................................144In California (U.S. Only).............................227Information Display Control......................69Information Displays......................................91General Information.............................................91Information Messages................................1024WD Messages......................................................111AdvanceTrac™ / Traction ControlMessages..........................................................103Alarm Messages.................................................103Battery and Charging SystemMessages..........................................................103Blind Spot Information SystemMessages..........................................................104Brake System Messages..................................104Door Messages....................................................104Engine Messages................................................105Fuel Messages.....................................................105Keys and Intelligent AccessMessages..........................................................105Maintenance Messages...................................106MyKey™ Messages............................................107Off Road Messages............................................107Park Aid Messages.............................................108Power Steering Messages..............................108Remote Start Messages..................................109Suspension System Messages.....................109Tire Messages......................................................109Trailer Messages.................................................109Transmission Messages....................................110Installing Child Restraints.............................17Child Seats...............................................................17Combining Seatbelt and LATCH LowerAnchors for Attaching Child SafetySeats.....................................................................21Using Lap and Shoulder Belts .........................18Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH)...........................................20Using Tether Straps..............................................21Instrument Cluster........................................84Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................75Interior Lamps..................................................77Front Row Map and Dome Lamps.................77Front Row Map Lamps........................................77Rear Cargo Lamp..................................................78Second Row Map Lamps...................................77
Interior Mirror....................................................81Auto-Dimming Mirror...........................................81Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................223Connecting the Jumper Cables....................223Jump Starting......................................................224Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................223Removing the Jumper Cables.......................224
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Keyless Entry...................................................58SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRYKEYPAD..............................................................58Unlocking and Locking the Doors..................60Keyless Starting............................................144Ignition Modes.....................................................145Keys and Remote Controls.........................42Principle of Operation.........................................42
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Lighting Control...............................................73Headlamp Flasher................................................74High Beams.............................................................73Lighting...............................................................73General Information............................................73Limited Slip Differential..............................172Load CarriersSee: Roof Racks and Load Carriers..............197Load Carrying.................................................196Load Limit.......................................................198Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles............................................................202Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer.................................................................198Locking and Unlocking.................................52Activating Intelligent Access............................52Autolock...................................................................53Auto Relock............................................................53Autounlock.............................................................54Battery Saver.........................................................54Enabling or Disabling Autolock andAutounlock........................................................54
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