•
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 - 3.5L
DURATEC/3.5L ECOBOOST™ 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 avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
• 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 251).
• Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.
• Do not use leaded fuel.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
Note: Resulting component damage may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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Note:
Various system checks are
automatically carried out before the vehicle
will restart. if your vehicle fails to restart
after the third attempt, the system has
detected a fault that requires service. We
recommend you contact an authorized
dealer.
Keyless Starting (If Equipped)
1. Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once.
2. Press the brake pedal, and then press and release the button once.
3. Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once.
4. Press the brake pedal and then press the button until the engine starts.
Note: Various system checks are
automatically carried out before the vehicle
will restart. if your vehicle fails to restart
after the third attempt, the system has
detected a fault that requires service. We
recommend you contact an authorized
dealer.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE WARNING:
Batteries normally
produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury. Therefore, do not
allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always
shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation. WARNING:
Keep batteries out of
reach of children. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to protect
against possible splashing of acid
solution. In case of acid contact with skin
or eyes, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed,
call a physician immediately. WARNING:
Use only adequately
sized cables with insulated clamps.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Note: Do not attempt to push-start your
automatic transmission vehicle. Attempting
to push-start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission may cause transmission
damage.
Note: Use only a
12 Vbattery to start your
vehicle.
Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle electrical system.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood
of the disabled vehicle, making sure the
two vehicles do not touch, and switch off
all accessories.
Your vehicle has a positive (+) access
terminal and a negative (-) grounding
connection point that you can access
under the hood, even though the actual
battery is under the driver seat. You can
jump your vehicle using these points.
The positive (+) access terminal is next to
the fuse box, under a red cap. To access
the positive (+) terminal, lift the red cap
up.
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The negative (-) terminal is a post, located
on the driver side, near the hood hinge. It
is a grounding connection point, so you will
need to remove the rubber covering first.
Connecting the Jumper Cables
WARNING: Make sure that the
cables are clear of any moving parts and
fuel delivery system parts.
Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle
represents the booster vehicle. 1.
Connect the positive (+) jumper cable
to the positive (+) access terminal of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal
of the assisting battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting
battery.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground
connection point of the vehicle with
the discharged battery. WARNING:
Do not connect the
negative jumper cable to any other part
of your vehicle. Use the ground point.
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Jump Starting
1.
Start the engine of the booster vehicle
and rev the engine moderately, or press
the accelerator gently to keep your
engine speed between 2000 and 3000
rpms, as shown in your tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once you start the disabled vehicle, run
both vehicle engines for an additional
three minutes before disconnecting the
jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse
order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the
grounding connection point of the
vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the
negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle's battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle's battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) access terminal of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
After you start the disabled vehicle and
remove the jumper cables, allow your
vehicle to idle for several minutes so the
battery can recharge.
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Getting the Services You Need...............256
Away From Home.............................................. 256
H
Hazard Flashers...........................................250
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 293
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 295
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 126
Head Restraints.............................................126 Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 127
Installing the Head Restraint ......................... 127
Removing the Head Restraint........................ 127
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Heated Rear Window...............................124
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles Without: Heated Rear Window............124
Heated Rear Window..................................124
Heated Seats
..................................................135
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 122
Hill Start Assist...............................................171 Hill Start Assist Information
Messages........................................................... 172
Switching Hill Start Assist On or Off.............171
Using Hill Start Assist......................................... 171
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................123
Defogging or Clearing the Windshield of Thin Ice............................................................... 124
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 123
General Hints........................................................ 123
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................. 123
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 123
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........123
Recommended Settings for Heating...........123
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................170
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........278
How Does 911 Assist Work...........................61
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
...............................................136 I
Ignition Switch...............................................144
In California (U.S. Only).............................257
Information Displays....................................115
General Information........................................... 115
Installing Child Restraints............................21 Child Safety Restraint.......................................... 21
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................ 23
Using Tether Straps............................................ 30
Instrument Cluster........................................110
Instrument Lighting Dimmer....................102
Interior Air Quality
.........................................125
Interior Lamps - Van...................................105 Courtesy Lamp Function................................. 105
Switching the Courtesy Lamps On and Off....................................................................... 105
Switching the Front Map Reading Lamps On and Off....................................................... 105
Interior Mirror.................................................109
Introduction........................................................9
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................251 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 252
Jump Starting...................................................... 253
Preparing Your Vehicle...................................... 251
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 253
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Keyless Entry
....................................................87
Keyless Entry Settings........................................ 87
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting................... 88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Using Keyless Entry.................................................... 88
Master Access Code............................................ 87
Keyless Entry Settings
..................................87
Clearing All Personal Access Codes..............87
Creating Personal Access Codes.................... 87
Reprogramming the Unlocking Function.............................................................. 87
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting.............88 Keyless Entry – Frequently Asked
Questions........................................................... 88
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