Towing
Towing a Trailer
..............................................311
Trailer Reversing Aids .................................
312
Trailer Sway Control ...................................
323
Recommended Towing Weights .............
323
Essential Towing Checks ..........................
326
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels .......
334
Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance .................
337
Economical Driving .....................................
337
Breaking-In ....................................................
338
Driving Through Water ...............................
338
Floor Mats .....................................................
338
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
340
Hazard Flashers ............................................
341
Fuel Shutoff ....................................................
341
Jump Starting the Vehicle .........................
342
Post-Crash Alert System ............................
344
Transporting the Vehicle ...........................
345
Towing Points - 4WD ..................................
345Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
...............
347
In California (U.S. Only) ..............................
348
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .......................
349
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ..........................................
350
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .......................................................
351
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ......................................................................
353
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ......
354
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ......................................................................
354
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ...........................
356
Changing a Fuse .........................................
370
Maintenance
General Information ....................................
373
Opening and Closing the Hood ...............
373
Under Hood Overview ...............................
375
Engine Oil Dipstick ......................................
377Engine Oil Check
.........................................
377
Oil Change Indicator Reset .......................
378
Changing the Engine Air Filter .................
379
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
380
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ......
384
Transfer Case Fluid Check .......................
385
Brake Fluid Check ......................................
385
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
387
Adjusting the Headlamps .........................
389
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
390
Fuel Filter .......................................................
391
Checking the Wiper Blades .......................
391
Changing the Wiper Blades ......................
391
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
392
Vehicle Care
General Information ....................................
393
Cleaning Products .......................................
393
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
394
Waxing ...........................................................
395
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
396
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ......................................................................
396
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If your vehicle goes from one type of surface
to another (i.e. from concrete to gravel) there
may be a change in the way your vehicle
responds to a maneuver (i.e. steering,
acceleration or braking).
Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four
wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift
to a lower gear and drive steadily through
the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and
avoid excessive wheel slip.
Avoid driving at excessive speeds, this
causes vehicle momentum to work against
you and your vehicle could become stuck to
the point that assistance may be required
from another vehicle. Remember, you may
be able to back out the way you came if you
proceed with caution.
Mud and Water
Note:
Driving through deep water may
damage the vehicle. If you must drive through high water, drive
slowly. Traction or brake capability may be
limited.
When driving through water, determine the
depth and avoid water higher than the
bottom of the hubs. If the ignition system
gets wet, your vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes.
Wet brakes do not stop your vehicle as
effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be
improved by applying light pressure to the
brake pedal when moving slowly.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle
speed or direction when you are driving in
mud. Even 4X4 vehicles can lose traction in
slick mud. As when you are driving over
sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does
slide, steer in the direction of the slide until
you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle
are submerged in water, their fluids should
be checked and changed, if necessary.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water,
the axle lubricant should be replaced.After driving through mud, clean off residue
stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess
mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts
causes an imbalance that could damage
drive components.
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Note:
Avoid driving crosswise or turning on
steep slopes or hills.
Note: Avoid turning on steep slopes or hills.
A danger lies in losing traction, slipping
sideways and possible vehicle roll over.
Whenever driving on a hill, determine
beforehand the route you will use. Do not
drive over the crest of a hill without seeing
what conditions are on the other side. Do
not drive in reverse over a hill without the
aid of an observer.
Although natural obstacles may make it
necessary to travel diagonally up or down a
hill or steep incline, you should always try to
drive straight up or straight down.
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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 the transmission 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 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 the
transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the left-hand side
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the vehicle
may not be able to accelerate with full
power until the coolant temperature
reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long or
steep grade in high ambient temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display. You may notice a reduction in vehicle speed
caused by reduced engine power in order
to manage the engine coolant temperature.
Your vehicle may enter this mode if certain
high-temperature and high-load conditions
take place. The amount of speed reduction
depends on vehicle loading, grade and
ambient temperature. If this occurs, there is
no need to stop your vehicle. You can
continue to drive.
The air conditioning may automatically turn
on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant temperature
decreases to the normal operating
temperature, the air conditioning turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves fully
into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine soon
messages appear in your information display,
do the following:
1.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Fully apply the parking brake, shift
into park (P) or neutral (N). 2. Leave the engine running until the
coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. If the
temperature does not drop after several
minutes, follow the remaining steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval.
See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 537).
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
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Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission does
not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid
additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The
use of these materials may affect
transmission operation and result in damage
to internal transmission components.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID CHECK (IF
EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the area around the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug.
3. Inspect the fluid level. The fluid level
should be within 0.20 in (5 mm) from the
bottom of the hole.
4. Add fluid through the filler opening. Fill to the bottom of the opening.
Use only fluid that meets our specifications.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page
435).
BRAKE FLUID CHECK WARNING: Do not use any fluid other
than the recommended brake fluid as this
will reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death.
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Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M17B21-A
R-1234yf Refrigerant (U.S.)
R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf (Canada)
YN-33-A (U.S.)
HS7Z-19B519-BA (Canada)
WSS-M2C300-A2
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil (U.S.)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil / Huile PAG pour frigorigène R-1234yf
Motorcraft® (Canada)
YN-35 (U.S. & Canada)
Automatic Transmission
Note: Only use MERCON® ULV transmission
fluid for automatic transmissions that require
MERCON® ULV transmission fluid. The use
of any other fluid could cause transmission
damage.
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Capacities
Quantity
Variant
13.1 qt (12.4 L)1
All.
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C949-AMERCON® ULV
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / MERCON® ULV huile
pour boîtes automatique Motorcraft® (Canada)
XT-12-QULV (U.S. & Canada)
Engine Coolant
Capacities Quantity
Variant
16.9 qt (16 L)
With base radiator.
16.4 qt (15.5 L)
With heavy-duty trailer towing.
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Transfer Case
Capacities
Quantity
Variant
1.5 qt (1.4 L)
Four-wheel drive with torque on demand.
1.6–1.8 qt (1.5–1.7 L)
Four-wheel drive with electronic shift on the fly.
Materials Specification
Name
MERCON® LV WSS-M2C938-A
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid (U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid / Huile pour boîte auto-
matique MERCON® LV Motorcraft® (Canada)
XT-10-QLVC (U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6 (Canada)
Front Axle
Capacities Quantity
Variant
1.8 qt (1.7 L)
All.
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