Left-Hand Side
Turn the key counterclockwise to lock and
clockwise to unlock.
Right-Hand Side
Turn the key clockwise to lock and
counterclockwise to unlock.
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WARNING: Make sure the driver
seat fully locks into place by rocking it
backward and forward. 1. Lift the handle.
2. Move the seat backward or forward to
attain the desired position.
3. Release the handle.
Note: The driver seat has removable stop
bolts on the track to enable access to the
vehicle battery. See
Changing the 12V
Battery (page 244). Adjusting the Lumbar Support
(If
Equipped) 1.
Rotate the handle clockwise or counter
clockwise to attain the desired lumbar
support.
Recline Adjustment WARNING:
Do not adjust the
driver seat backrest when your vehicle is
moving. This may result in sudden seat
movement, causing the loss of control
of your vehicle. WARNING:
Do not adjust the
recliner from inside your vehicle if the
seat is unoccupied. The seat back may
move suddenly and cause personal
injury.
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CUP HOLDERS
WARNING: Do not place hot drinks
in the cup holders when your vehicle is
moving. WARNING: Make sure that cups
placed in the holders do not obstruct
your vision while driving.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
(IF
EQUIPPED)
Overhead Storage Compartments
Overhead Console WARNING:
Do not place heavy
objects in the overhead console. Heavy
objects may become projectiles in a
crash or sudden stop and may increase
the risk of serious injury. BOTTLE HOLDER
WARNING:
Do not place glass
objects in the bottle holder. FRONT DOOR STORAGE
COMPARTMENT
(IF EQUIPPED)
Turn the retaining clips counterclockwise
to open the storage compartment.
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4. Operate the pump nozzle within the
area shown.
Note: The pump nozzle shuts off when the
tank is full.
5. Slightly raise the diesel exhaust fluid pump nozzle and then slowly remove
it.
6. Replace the diesel exhaust fluid tank filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you
feel a strong resistance.
Do not attempt to start the engine if you
have filled the diesel exhaust fluid tank
with incorrect fluid. Incorrect diesel
exhaust fluid use could cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have your
vehicle immediately checked. Filling the Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Tank Using a Container WARNING: Keep diesel exhaust
fluid out of reach of children. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. In
case of contact with your eyes, flush
immediately with water and get prompt
medical attention. In case of contact
with your skin, clean immediately with
soap and water. If you swallow any
diesel exhaust fluid, drink plenty of
water, call a physician immediately. WARNING:
Only refill the diesel
exhaust fluid tank in a well ventilated
area. When you remove the diesel
exhaust fluid tank filler cap or a diesel
exhaust fluid container cap, ammonia
vapors may escape. Ammonia vapors
can be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous
membranes. Inhaling ammonia vapors
can cause burning to the eyes, throat and
nose and cause coughing and watery
eyes.
Always follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
1. Remove the fluid container cap.
2. Place the spout on to the container and
tighten it until you feel a strong
resistance.
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3. Remove the diesel exhaust fluid tank
filler cap.
4. Insert the spout into the diesel exhaust
fluid tank filler pipe until the seal on the
spout fully seats.
5. Pour the fluid into the tank.
Note: The fluid stops flowing when the
tank is full.
6. Return the container to the vertical position slightly below the diesel
exhaust fluid tank filler pipe.
7. Allow any fluid remaining in the spout to drain back into the container.
8. Remove the spout from the diesel exhaust fluid tank filler pipe.
9. Remove the spout from the diesel exhaust fluid container and replace the
cap.
10. Replace the diesel exhaust fluid tank
filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you
feel a strong resistance. Do not attempt to start the engine if you
have filled the diesel exhaust fluid tank
with incorrect fluid. Incorrect diesel
exhaust fluid use could cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
Selective Catalytic Reductant
System Warning Lamp
The warning lamp illuminates if
the system detects the diesel
exhaust fluid level is low or if
there is a system malfunction.
If the warning lamp illuminates, the
information display messages give you an
indication whether the concern is fluid
related or if there is a selective catalytic
reductant system malfunction. If the
warning lamp illuminates when your
vehicle is moving, and the fluid is at a
sufficient level, this indicates a system
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Note: When filling the diesel exhaust fluid
tank from empty, there may be a short
period before the increased diesel exhaust
fluid level is registered.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
- 3.2L DIESEL WARNING: Do not park or idle your
vehicle over dry leaves, dry grass or other
combustible materials. The regeneration
process creates very high exhaust gas
temperatures and the exhaust will
radiate a considerable amount of heat
during and after regeneration and after
you have switched the engine off. This is
a potential fire hazard.
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If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional towing service or,
if you are a member of a roadside
assistance program, your roadside
assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your
vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford
Motor Company has not approved a
slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle
damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or
by any other means.
Ford Motor Company produces a towing
manual for all authorized tow truck
operators. Have your tow truck operator
refer to this manual for proper hook-up
and towing procedures for your vehicle.
It is acceptable to have your front-wheel
drive vehicle towed from the front if using
proper wheel lift equipment to raise the
front wheels off the ground. When towing
in this manner, the rear wheels can remain
on the ground.
Front-wheel drive vehicles must have the
front wheels placed on a tow dolly when
towing your vehicle from the rear using
wheel lift equipment. This prevents
damage to the transmission.
Towing an all-wheel or four-wheel drive
vehicle requires that all wheels be off the
ground, such as using a wheel lift and
dollies or flatbed equipment. This prevents
damage to the transmission, all-wheel or
four-wheel drive system and vehicle.
TOWING POINTS
Front Towing Point
WARNING: Make sure that the
towing eye is fully tightened. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury. WARNING:
You must switch the
ignition on when your vehicle is being
towed. 1. Carefully remove the cover.
2. Install the towing eye.
Note:
It has a left-hand thread. Turn it
counterclockwise to install it.
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Note:
Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to our
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the
following:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
307).
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach the correct level.
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap, turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
5. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive
your vehicle. If necessary, add enough
prediluted engine coolant to bring the
coolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than
1.1 qt (1 L) of
engine coolant per month, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating
and possible engine damage.
In case of emergency, you can add a large
amount of water without engine coolant
in order to reach a vehicle service location.
In this instance, qualified personnel:
1. Must drain the cooling system.
2. Chemically clean the coolant system.
3. Refill with engine coolant as soon as possible. Water alone, without engine coolant, can
cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolant
substitute:
•
Alcohol.
• Methanol.
• Brine.
• Any coolant mixed with alcohol or
methanol antifreeze.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine
damage from overheating or freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to
the coolant. These can be harmful and
compromise the corrosion protection of
the coolant.
Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled
coolant as an approved recycling process
is not yet available.
Note: Dispose of used coolant in the
appropriate manner.
Follow your community's regulations and
standards for recycling and disposing of
automotive fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
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If the power steering fluid level is not
between the MAX and MIN marks, add
power steering fluid that meets the correct
specification. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 321).
Adding Power Steering Fluid
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add power steering fluid to the
MAX
mark. Do not overfill.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
When adding fluid, use a mixture of washer
fluid and water to help prevent freezing in
cold weather and improve the cleaning
capability. For information on fluid dilution,
refer to the product instructions. We
recommend that you only use high quality
washer fluid.
Note: The reservoir supplies the front and
rear washer systems.
DRAINING THE FUEL FILTER
WATER TRAP - 3.2L POWER
STROKE DIESEL WARNING:
Do not dispose of fuel
in the household refuse or the public
sewage system. Use an authorized waste
disposal facility.
Your vehicle is fitted with a diesel fuel
conditioner module located behind the fuel
tank. A warning lamp will illuminate
and a message will be displayed
when approximately
3.38 fl oz
(100 ml) of water accumulates in the
module. If you allow the water level to
exceed this level, the water may pass
through to the engine and may cause fuel
injection equipment damage.
Note: To drain the fuel filter water trap,
access the underside of your vehicle. 1. Attach a tube to the drain plug and
place the end of the tube into a
suitable container.
2. Loosen the drain plug by turning counterclockwise one to two turns and
allow the water to drain.
Note: The drain plug will rise when opening.
3. Tighten the drain plug by turning clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: The drain plug will lower when
closing.
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