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Bed Ramps....................................................265
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................268
Trailer Reversing Aids.................................269
Trailer Sway Control....................................277
Recommended Towing Weights............277
Essential Towing Checks...........................281
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......289
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................292
Economical Driving.....................................292
Driving Through Water...............................293
Floor Mats.......................................................293
Snowplowing................................................294
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................297
Hazard Flashers...........................................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.2L/6.8L...........................298
Fuel Shutoff - 6.7L Diesel.........................298
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................299
Post-Crash Alert System..........................302
Transporting the Vehicle...........................302
Towing Points...............................................303
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............305
In California (U.S. Only)............................306
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................307
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)......................308
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.......................................................308
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................309
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................310
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................310
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................312
Changing a Fuse..........................................320
Maintenance
General Information....................................322
Opening and Closing the Hood..............322
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................323
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......324
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................326
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............327
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............327
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L...................327
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................328
Changing the Engine Oil and OilFilter..............................................................329
Changing the Coalescer FilterElement......................................................330
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................331
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........332
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......336
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................340
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................343
Brake Fluid Check........................................343
Power Steering Fluid Check....................344
Washer Fluid Check....................................344
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7LDiesel...........................................................345
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L................................346
Changing the 12V Battery.........................346
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................348
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................348
Adjusting the Headlamps........................349
Changing a Bulb..........................................350
Bulb Specification Chart...........................353
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/6.8L...............................................................356
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Right-hand sideA
Left-hand sideB
Note:Throughout this guide, you will findwarnings identified by the warning symbol.Warnings remind you to be especiallycareful to reduce the risk of personal injury.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricanttype
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
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GAUGES
Type 1 and 2
Engine oil pressure gauge.A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.B
Fuel gauge.C
Transmission fluid temperature gauge.D
Speedometer.E
Information display. See General Information (page 111).F
Tachometer.G
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Type 3
Engine oil pressure gauge.A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.B
Fuel gauge.C
Configurable. Transmission fluid temperature, Turbo boost or DEF gauge (dieselengines only).D
Speedometer.E
Information display. See General Information (page 111).F
Tachometer.G
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needleshould stay in the normal operating range(between L and H). If the needle fallsbelow the normal range, stop your vehicle,turn off the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level iscorrect, have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the engine is running orhot.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop your vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
Fuel Gauge
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge willindicate approximately how much fuel isleft in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent tothe fuel pump symbol indicates on whichside of your vehicle the fuel filler door islocated.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needleposition is normal:
•It may take a short time for the needleto reach F after leaving the gas station.This is normal and depends upon theslope of pavement at the gas station.
•The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than thegauge indicated. This is normal anddepends upon the slope of pavementat the gas station.
•If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a differentgas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when thedistance to empty value reaches 50 mi(80 km) to empty, with additionalwarnings at 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km)and 0 mi (0 km) to empty, provided themessage is cleared each time. Anadditional warning at 75 mi (120 km) toempty is provided when the MyKey is beingused.
Variations:
Note:The distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions dependingon fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
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Instrument Cluster

Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch thisfeature on. See Using CruiseControl (page 239).
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard warningflasher is turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
Electronic Locking Differential (If
Equipped)
Illuminates when using theelectronic locking differential.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when the enginecoolant temperature is high.Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the enginerunning or when you are driving,this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 327).
Note:Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level being correct.Have the system checked by your authorizeddealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt
It illuminates and a chimesounds to remind you to fastenyour seatbelt.
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when youstart your vehicle, continues toflash or remains on, it indicatesa malfunction. Have the system checkedby your authorized dealer.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch thehigh beam headlamps on. It willflash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when hill descent isswitched on.
Low Fuel Level
Illuminates when the fuel levelis low or the fuel tank is nearlyempty. Refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Illuminates when your tirepressure is low. If the lampremains on with the enginerunning or when driving, check your tirepressure as soon as possible.
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in entry ofharmful and potentially lethal fumesinto the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave theengine idling for long periods of time, werecommend that you do one of thefollowing:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5centimeters).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
6.7L DIESEL
Read all starting instructions carefullybefore you start your vehicle.
For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), theuse of the correct grade engine oil isessential for proper operation. Refer toengine oil specifications for moreinformation. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427).
Your vehicle may have a cold weatherstarting strategy that prevents severeengine damage by assisting in enginelubrication warm-up. In extremely coldambient temperatures, this strategyactivates and prevents the acceleratorpedal from being used for 30 seconds afteryou start your vehicle. A message appearsin the information display as your vehiclewarms up. By not allowing the acceleratorpedal to be used, the engine oil is allowedto properly lubricate the bearings
preventing engine damage due to lack ofproper lubrication. After the 30 secondwarm-up period, the accelerator pedal willbe operational again and a messageappears informing you the vehicle is ok todrive.
When you start the engine in extremelycold temperatures -15°F (-26°C), werecommend that you allow the engine toidle for several minutes before you drivethe vehicle.
Before starting the engine check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir seatbelts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Make sure the transmission is in park(P).
Note:Do not press the accelerator duringstarting.
Diesel Engine Fast Start Glow PlugSystem
The diesel engine glow system consists of:
•Eight glow plugs (one per cylinder)
•Glow Plug Control Module
•Engine Coolant Temperature sensor
•Barometric pressure sensor
•Environmental temperature sensor
The powertrain and glow plug controlmodules electronically control the glowplug system. After you switch the ignitionon, the glow plug control moduleimmediately energizes the glow plugs. Theglow plug control module uses the enginecoolant temperature, barometric pressuresensor and environmental temperature
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sensor to determine how long the glowplugs stay energized. The required time forthe glow plugs to be energized decreasesas the coolant temperature, barometricpressure and environmental temperatureincrease.
Cold Weather Starting
WARNINGS
Do not use starting fluid, for exampleether, in the air intake system. Suchfluid could cause immediateexplosive damage to the engine andpossible personal injury.
Do not add gasoline, gasohol, alcoholor kerosene to diesel fuel. Thiscreates a serious fire hazard andcauses engine performance problems.
We recommend that the engine blockheater be used for starting when thetemperature is -9°F (-23°C) or colder. SeeEngine Block Heater (page 181).
When operating in cold weather, you mayuse Motorcraft® cetane improvers ornon-alcohol-based cetane improvers froma reputable manufacturer as needed.
Do not crank the engine for more than 10seconds as starter damage may occur. Ifthe engine does not start, switch theignition off and wait 30 seconds beforetrying again.
Switch the ignition on. Do notstart the engine until theglow-plug indicator turns off.
When the glow plug pre-heat indicatorturns off, turn the key to start. After youstart the engine, the glow plugs mayremain on for a period. If you do not startthe engine before the glow plug activationtime ends, you will need to reset the glowplugs by switching the ignition off. Afterthe engine starts, allow it to idle for about15 seconds. This protects the engine. Donot increase engine speed until the oilpressure gauge indicates normal pressure.
Cold Weather Operation
Note:Idling in cold weather does not heatthe engine to its normal operatingtemperature. Long periods of idling,especially in cold weather, can cause abuildup of deposits which can cause enginedamage.
Change to a lighter grade engine oil tomake starting easier under theseconditions. Refer to engine oilspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427).
Diesel fuel is adjusted seasonally for coldtemperatures. Diesel fuel which has notbeen properly formulated for the ambientconditions may gel which can clog the fuelfilters. One indication that the fuel filter(s)may be clogged is if the engine starts, stallsafter a short time, and then does notrestart. If you have been using biodiesel,you may need to use a fuel with lowerbiodiesel content, try another brand, ordiscontinue using biodiesel. Do not usealcohol based additives to correct fuelgelling. This may result in damage to thefuel injectors and system. Use the properanti-gel and performance improvementproduct. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427).
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