2023 FORD EXPEDITION Owners Manual

Depending on the variant, the four-wheeldrive mode control is either in theinstrument panel or the center console.
To select a four-wheel drive mode, pressthe four-wheel drive mode control buttonof the desired mode. You can selecttwo-wheel drive high (2H), four-wheeldrive auto (4A) or four-wheel drive high(4H) at a stop or while driving. Once theshift is complete, the information displayshows the selected four-wheel drive mode.While shifts are in progress, the lights onthe four-wheel drive control switch flashesuntil your vehicle achieves the desired shift.
Note:When shifting to and from four-wheeldrive, the information display shows theshifting in progress message indicating thatthe system is in the process of making ashift.
Note:Do not perform this operation if therear wheels are slipping or while applyingthe accelerator pedal.
If the system detects a fault, a warningmessage appears in the informationdisplay. See Four-Wheel Drive –Information Messages (page 224).
Shifting to or from Four-WheelDrive Low (4L) (If Equipped)
To select or exit four-wheel drive low (4L):
1.Bring your vehicle to a speed of 3 mph(5 km/h) or less.
2.Place the transmission in neutral (N)
3.Press the desired four-wheel drivebutton on the four-wheel drive modecontrol switch.
The information display shows a messageindicating a four-wheel drive shift is inprogress. If any of the above shiftconditions are not present, the shift doesnot occur and the information displayshows information guiding the driverthrough the proper shifting procedures. Ifthere is a transfer case tooth blockage, amessage displays in the informationdisplay. To alleviate this condition, placethe transmission in a forward gear, moveyour vehicle forward approximately 5 ft(1.5 m), and shift the transmission back toneutral (N) to allow the transfer case tocomplete the range shift.
Note:You could hear some noise as thesystem shifts or engages which is normal.
If the system detects a fault, a warningmessage appears in the informationdisplay. See Four-Wheel Drive –Information Messages (page 224).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE MODES
TWO-WHEEL DRIVE HIGH
Two-wheel drive high is for generalon-road driving. Power is sent to the rearwheels only.
Note:Two-wheel drive high can turn on oroff based on Drive Mode selection See DriveMode Control (page 303).
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE AUTO
Four-wheel drive auto provideselectronically controlled four-wheel drivepower to both the front and rear wheels,as required, for increased traction in varyingon-road conditions. The four-wheel driveauto tuning varies based on selected DriveMode. See Selecting a Drive Mode (page303).
Note:Four-wheel drive auto can turn on oroff automatically based on Drive Modeselection. See Selecting a Drive Mode(page 303).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE HIGH (If Equipped)
Four-wheel drive high provideselectronically locked four-wheel drivepower to both the front and rear wheelsfor use in off-road or winter conditionssuch as deep snow, sand or mud. Thismode is not for use on dry pavement.
Note:Four-wheel drive high can turn on oroff automatically based on Drive Modeselection. See Selecting a Drive Mode(page 303).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE LOW (If Equipped)
Four-wheel drive low provideselectronically locked four-wheel drivepower to both the front and rear wheelsfor use on low traction surfaces, but doesso with additional gearing for increasedtorque multiplication. This mode is only foroff-road conditions such as deep sand,steep slopes, or pulling heavy objects.
Note:Four-wheel drive low can turn on oroff automatically based on drive modeselection. See Selecting a Drive Mode(page 303).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
INDICATORS
Two-wheel Drive High
Momentarily illuminates whenyou select two-wheel drive high.
Four-wheel Drive Auto
Continuously illuminates whenyou select four-wheel drive auto.
Four-wheel Drive High (If Equipped)
Continuously illuminates whenyou select four-wheel drive high.
Four-wheel Drive Low (If Equipped)
Continuously illuminates whenyou select four-wheel drive low.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE DRIVING
HINTS
DRIVING IN SAND
When driving over sand, try to keep all fourwheels on the most solid area of the trail.Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shiftto a lower gear and drive steadily throughthe terrain. Apply the accelerator slowlyand avoid excessive wheel slip.
When driving at slow speeds in deep sandunder high outside temperatures, use a lowgear when possible. Low gear operationcan maximize the engine and transmissioncooling capability.
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Avoid driving at excessive speed. Thiscauses vehicle momentum to work againstyou and your vehicle could become stuckto the point that assistance may berequired from another vehicle. Remember,you may be able to back out the way youcame if you proceed with caution.
DRIVING THROUGH MUD ANDWATER
WARNING: Do not spin the wheelsat over 34 mph (55 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Mud
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud. Even four-wheel drive vehicles canlose traction in slick mud. If your vehicledoes slide, steer in the direction of the slideuntil you regain control of your vehicle.After driving through mud, clean off residuestuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.Excess mud stuck on tires and rotatingdriveshafts can cause an imbalance thatcould damage drive components.
Water
If you must drive through high water, driveslowly. Traction or brake capability maybe limited. When driving through water,determine the depth and avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs. If theignition system gets wet, your vehicle maystall. Once through water, test the brakes.Wet brakes do not stop your vehicle aseffectively as dry brakes. Drying improvesby applying light pressure to the brakepedal while moving slowly.
Note:Driving through deep water maydamage the transmission. If the front or rearaxle is submerged in water, the axlelubricant and transfer case lubricant shouldbe checked and changed if necessary.
DRIVING ON HILLY OR SLOPINGTERRAIN
Although natural obstacles may make itnecessary to travel diagonally up or downa hill or steep incline, you should try to drivestraight up or straight down.
Note:Avoid turning on steep slopes or hills.A danger lies in losing traction, slippingsideways and possible vehicle roll over.Whenever driving on a hill, determinebeforehand the route you can use. Do notdrive over the crest of a hill without seeingwhat conditions are on the other side. Donot drive in reverse over a hill without theaid of an observer.
When climbing a steep slope or hill, startin a lower gear rather than downshifting toa lower gear from a higher gear once theascent has started. This reduces strain onthe engine and the possibility of stalling.
If your vehicle stalls, do not try toturnaround because this could causevehicle roll over. It is better to reverse backto a safe location.
Apply just enough power to the wheels toclimb the hill. Too much power can causethe tires to slip, spin or lose traction,resulting in loss of vehicle control.
Descend a hill in the same gear you woulduse to climb up the hill to avoid excessivebrake application and brake overheating.Do not descend in neutral. Disengageoverdrive or move the transmissionselector lever to a lower gear. Whendescending a steep hill, avoid sudden hardbraking as you could lose control. The frontwheels have to be turning in order to steeryour vehicle.
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Note:If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes,apply the brakes steadily. Do not pump thebrakes.
DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE
Four-wheel drive vehicles have advantagesover two-wheel drive vehicles in snow andice but can skid like any other vehicle.Should you start to slide while driving onsnowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheelin the direction of the slide until you regaincontrol.
Avoid sudden applications of power andquick changes of direction on snow andice. Apply the accelerator slowly andsteadily when starting from a full stop.Avoid sudden braking. Although afour-wheel drive vehicle can acceleratebetter than a two-wheel drive vehicle insnow and ice, it cannot stop any faster asbraking occurs at all four wheels. Do notbecome overconfident as to roadconditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distancebetween you and other vehicles forstopping. Drive slower than usual andconsider using one of the lower gears. Inemergency stopping situations, apply thebrake steadily. Do not pump the brakepedal. See Anti-Lock Braking SystemLimitations (page 229).
Note:Excessive tire slippage can causetransmission damage.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE – WARNINGLAMPS
Illuminates when a four-wheeldrive or power train fault ispresent.
Note:When a system fault is present, thesystem can typically remain in whichevermode was selected prior to the faultcondition occurring. It does not default totwo-wheel drive in all circumstances. Whenthis warning is displayed, have your vehicleserviced by an authorized dealer.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
A four-wheel drive system fault is present.Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Check 4x4
The four-wheel drive system is making ashift.4x4 Shift in Progress
Displays when you attempt to switch tofour-wheel drive low mode and you do notshift the transmission to neutral (N) first.
For 4x4 LOW Shift to N
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ActionMessage
Displays when you attempt to switch tofour-wheel drive low mode and yourvehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph(5 km/h).
For 4x4 LOW Slow to 3 MPH
For 4x4 LOW Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when you attempt to switch fromfour-wheel drive low mode and you do notshift the transmission to neutral (N) first.
To Exit 4x4 LOW Shift to N
Displays when you attempt to switch fromfour-wheel drive low mode and yourvehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph(5 km/h).
To Exit 4x4 LOW Slow to 3 MPH
To Exit 4x4 LOW Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when there is a transfer case geartooth blockage while shifting to or fromfour-wheel drive low mode or to the neutral(N) state. Place the transmission in aforward gear, move your vehicle forwardapproximately 5 ft (1.5 m), and shift thetransmission back to neutral (N) to allowthe transfer case to complete the rangeshift.
Shift Delayed Drive Forward
Displays when the four-wheel systemdetects elevated system temperature andtemporarily stops providing power to thefront wheels. The system automaticallyresumes normal function when the systemtemperature returns to normal.
4x4 Temporarily Disabled
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemresumes normal function.4x4 Restored
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemdetects driving conditions which tempor-arily require greater four-wheel driveperformance. The system automaticallyresumes normal function after the systemno longer detects these driving conditions.
4X4 Temporarily Locked
Displays when the system requires anadditional transmission shift to neutral (N)to complete a transfer case shift.
Shift to Neutral
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRONIC
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
The electronic limited-slip differentialsystem directs torque across the axle,enabling the vehicle to drive over terrainand road conditions that a conventionalaxle cannot. The system is active at alltimes and requires no input from the driver.
Note:If your vehicle is not at optimaloperating conditions or a system fault ispresent, a warning may display in theinstrument cluster. Depending on thewarning, you may need to service yourvehicle.
Operating the Electronic Limited-SlipDifferential with a Spare orMismatched Tires
If your vehicle has an electronic limited-slipdifferential, do not use a spare tire of adifferent size than the tire provided. If youhave a spare tire installed, a message mayappear indicating the system has disabledautomatically or reduced function toprevent system overheat and damage. Werecommend you reinstall the repaired orreplaced spare tire as soon as possible.When you replace the spare tire, thesystem resumes normal operation on thenext key cycle.
Trailer Towing
The electronic limited-slip differentialenhances vehicle stability during trailer towoperation. During high demand traileringevents, such as steep slopes, high speedsor with a spare tire, the system may providea warning in the instrument cluster andreduce function or enter a temporarilydisabled state. To resume normal function,stop the vehicle in a safe location andallow the unit to adequately cool. Oncethe system reaches normal operatingtemperatures, system function restoresand the electronic limited-slip differentialrestored message displays.
ELECTRONIC LIMITED-SLIP
DIFFERENTIAL INDICATORS
The locker mode mayautomatically disengage basedon certain conditions such asvehicle speed. When engaged, a telltale inthe instrument cluster illuminates amber.When you exceed the speed the telltaleturns gray, the locker disengages and staysin standby mode until you meet the speedconditions. If the system faults and thelocker cannot engage, a warning messagedisplays in the instrument cluster.
Automatic Re-engagementSpeedMaximum EngagementSpeedDrive Mode
35 mph (57 km/h)40 mph (65 km/h)Normal
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (40 km/h)Slippery
35 mph (57 km/h)40 mph (65 km/h)Eco
57 mph (92 km/h)62 mph (100 km/h)Mud/Ruts
57 mph (92 km/h)62 mph (100 km/h)Sand
35 mph (57 km/h)40 mph (65 km/h)Sport
35 mph (57 km/h)40 mph (65 km/h)Tow/Haul
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
THE ELECTRONIC LIMITED-
SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
To manually activate ordeactivate the locking feature ofthe system, press the electroniclocking differential button.
With the locker engaged, the systemelectronically locks the differential causingboth halfshafts to turn at the same rate.This increases traction during off roadevents.
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ELECTRONIC LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ELECTRONIC LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL – INFORMATION MESSAGES
Description and ActionMessage
Displays when the system requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.Check Electronic LimitedSlip Differential
Displays when the system requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.Electronic Limited SlipDifferential Off SeeOwner's Manual
Displays when the electronic limited slip differential systemresumes normal function.Electronic Limited SlipDifferential Restored toNormal
Displays if the electronic limited slip differential systemtemporarily turns off due to overheating or an undersizedspare tire. If you have an undersized spare tire installed,replace the spare tire with a full-sized tire as soon as possible.If not, stop the vehicle in a safe location and allow the systemto cool.
Electronic Limited SlipDifferential TemporarilyDisabled
Displays if the electronic limited slip differential has limitedfunctionality. This could be due to an undersized spare tireor caused by the system overheating. If you have an under-sized spare tire installed, replace the spare tire with a full-sized tire as soon as possible. If you do not have an under-sized spare tire installed, the vehicle has reduced function-ality. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Electronic Limited SlipDifferential ReducedTorque
Displays when you select a drive mode that does not allowthe electronic limited slip differential to turn on. This mayalso display when the electronic limited slip differential hasa fault and the vehicle requests the locking feature.
Electronic Limited SlipDifferential LockingFeature Not Available
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