
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information ....................................118
Ignition Switch ...............................................
118
Starting a Gasoline Engine .......................
118
Starting a Hybrid Electric Vehicle System ........................................................................\
.
120
Engine Block Heater .....................................
121
Police Engine Idle Feature ........................
122
Unique Driving Characteristics - Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV)
Hybrid Vehicle Operation ..........................
123
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................
125
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions ......................................
126
Fuel Quality - E85 ........................................
126
Fuel Quality - Gasoline ..............................
128
Fuel Filler Funnel Location .......................
128
Running Out of Fuel ....................................
128
Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ...........................................
130
Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ........................................................................\
.
133
Fuel Consumption .......................................
135
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law .................................................
137
Catalytic Converter .....................................
138
High Voltage Battery
General Information - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ............................................
141
Transmission
Automatic Transmission ...........................
142All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive
...............................
144
Brakes
General Information ....................................
151
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes ........................................................................\
.
152
Electric Parking Brake ................................
152
Hill Start Assist .............................................
154
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ................................
156
Using Traction Control ...............................
156
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ................................
157
Using Stability Control ..............................
158
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ................................
159
Rear Parking Aid ...........................................
159
Rear View Camera .......................................
161
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control ...............................
165
Switching Cruise Control On and Off ........................................................................\
.
165
Setting the Cruise Control Speed .........
165
Canceling the Set Speed ..........................
166
Resuming the Set Speed .........................
166
Cruise Control Indicators ..........................
166
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System ..............
167
Cross Traffic Alert ........................................
170
Steering ...........................................................
174
Pre-Collision Assist .....................................
174
Drive Mode Control
What Is Drive Mode Control .....................
178
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Powertrain Fault
Illuminates when the system
detects a powertrain or an AWD
fault. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Pre-Collision Assist (If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this
feature off or when the feature
is unavailable.
Ready to Drive
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you have
switched on your hybrid electric
vehicle and it is ready to drive. A
corresponding message may appear
stating ready to drive.
Service Engine Soon It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on prior to engine
start to check the bulb and to
indicate whether your vehicle is ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is
cranked and automatically turns off if no
system errors are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this
indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See
Catalytic Converter (page 138).
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a system error. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected an error
in the vehicle emission control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Continuing to drive your vehicle
may cause reduced power or the engine
to stop. Failure to respond to the warning
lamp may cause component damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Stability Control It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
system error. During a system error the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer
immediately. See
Using Stability
Control (page 158).
Stability Control Off Illuminates when you switch the
system off. It goes out when you
switch the system back on or
when you switch the ignition off. See
Using Stability Control
(page 158).
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's door
and you have left the key in the ignition.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from the
ignition and open the driver's door and you
have left the headlamps or parking lamps
on.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking
brake on and drive your vehicle. If the
warning chime remains on after you have
released the parking brake, have the
system checked by your authorized dealer
immediately.
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Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
• Incorrect engine oil viscosity for
climactic conditions.
Note: Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel
filter that is integrated with the fuel tank.
Regular maintenance or replacement is not
needed.
Note: If these checks do not help you
correct the concern, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty,
Prohibited Tampering Acts and
Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulation
became effective governing the noise
emission on trucks over 10,000 lb
(4,536 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The preceding statements
concerning prohibited tampering acts and
maintenance, and the noise warranty
found in the Warranty Guide, are
applicable to complete chassis cabs over
10,000 lb (4,536 kg)
GVWR.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER WARNING:
Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING:
The normal operating
temperature of the exhaust system is
very high. Never work around or attempt
to repair any part of the exhaust system
until it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short
period of engine operation and stays hot
after the engine is switched off. WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Your vehicle has various emission control
components and a catalytic converter that
enables it to comply with applicable
exhaust emission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter
and other emission control components
continue to work properly:
• Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug
lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle
(page 196).
• Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
Note: Resulting component damage may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use anything other than Ford,
Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for
maintenance replacements or for service
of components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be equivalent
to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in
performance and durability.
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Auxiliary Power Points.................................116
110 Volt AC Power Point.................................... 116
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 116
USB Port and Power Point Locations..........116
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive......................................... 144
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 231
Blind Spot Information System...............167 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow..................................................................... 168
Switching the System On and Off................170
System Errors....................................................... 170
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 167
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...........167
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Booster Seats..................................................28 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check
........................................230
Brake Fluid Service Interval............................. 231
Brakes................................................................151 General Information........................................... 151
Breaking-In......................................................192
Bulb Specification Chart...........................301
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................166
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.................................................................279
Air Conditioning System.................................. 279
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 282
Automatic Transmission................................ 280
Engine Coolant.................................................... 281
Engine Oil.............................................................. 282
Front Axle............................................................. 285
Fuel Tank............................................................... 283
Grease.................................................................... 283
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 284
Locks...................................................................... 284
Rear Axle............................................................... 285Transfer Case......................................................
284
Washer Reservoir............................................... 286
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)..............294
Air Conditioning System................................. 294
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 297
Automatic Transmission................................. 295
Engine Coolant................................................... 296
Engine Oil............................................................. 296
Front Axle............................................................. 299
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 298
Grease.................................................................... 298
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 298
Locks...................................................................... 298
Rear Axle.............................................................. 300
Transfer Case...................................................... 299
Washer Reservoir.............................................. 300
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L................................................................286
Air Conditioning System.................................. 287
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 289
Automatic Transmission................................. 287
Engine Coolant................................................... 288
Engine Oil............................................................. 289
Front Axle.............................................................. 292
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 290
Grease................................................................... 290
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 291
Locks....................................................................... 291
Rear Axle............................................................... 293
Transfer Case...................................................... 292
Washer Reservoir............................................... 293
Capacities and Specifications................275
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 239
Catalytic Converter
......................................138
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 139
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 139
Changing a Bulb
...........................................236
LED Lamps............................................................ 237
License Plate Lamp........................................... 237
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp................................................................. 236
Changing a Fuse
...........................................216
Fuses....................................................................... 216
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