2023 FORD EXPEDITION maintenance

Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceController - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen.........................................................374
Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen........................................................................375
Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews - Vehicles With: 15 Inch Screen........................................................................376
Trailer Backup Assistance –Troubleshooting......................................378
Trailer Reverse Guidance
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance........382
How Does Trailer Reverse GuidanceWork............................................................382
Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions........................................................................382
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance fora Conventional Trailer...........................382
Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance Onand Off.......................................................385
Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views........................................................................385
Trailer Reverse Guidance –Troubleshooting.....................................386
Driving Hints
Cold Weather Precautions......................389
Driving on Snow and Ice..........................389
Breaking-In...................................................389
Driving Economically................................389
Driving in Special Conditions.................390
Driving Through Shallow Water.............391
Floor Mats......................................................392
Crash and BreakdownInformation
Roadside Assistance.................................393
Switching the Hazard Flashers On andOff................................................................394
Jump Starting the Vehicle.......................394
Post-Crash Alert System.........................396
Post Impact Braking..................................396
Automatic Crash Shutoff.........................397
Recovery Towing - Vehicles With: FrontTow Hook...................................................397
Transporting the Vehicle.........................398
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions........400
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4..............................................................400
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x2........................................................................402
Emergency Towing....................................402
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................................................402
Fuses
Fuse Precautions........................................403
Under Hood Fuse Box..............................403
Body Control Module Fuse Box............408
Identifying Fuse Types................................411
Fuses – Troubleshooting...........................411
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions........................412
Opening and Closing the Hood..............412
Under Hood Overview...............................413
Engine Oil.......................................................414
Checking the Coolant................................415
Engine Air Filter............................................419
Changing the Fuel Filter............................419
Changing the 12V Battery........................420
Adjusting the Headlamps........................422
Exterior Bulbs...............................................423
Interior Bulbs................................................427
Drive Belt Routing......................................428
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products......................................429
Cleaning the Exterior................................430
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Navigation - Vehicles With: 15Inch Screen
Connected Navigation..............................529
Accessing Navigation................................529
Navigation Map Updates.........................529
Adjusting the Map......................................529
Live Traffic.....................................................529
Setting a Destination................................529
Waypoints.....................................................530
Route Guidance..........................................530
Vehicle Software Updates
Vehicle Software Updates......................532
Software Update Settings - VehiclesWith: 12 Inch Screen...............................532
Software Update Settings - VehiclesWith: 15 Inch Screen..............................533
Software Update Indicators...................534
Vehicle System Reset
Performing a System Reset - VehiclesWith: 12 Inch Screen..............................535
Performing a System Reset - VehiclesWith: 15 Inch Screen..............................535
Accessories
Accessories...................................................536
Ford Protect
What Is Ford Protect..................................537
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information......539
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.........542
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance............................................545
Customer Information
Rollover Warning........................................548
The Better Business Bureau Auto LineProgram - United States of America.......................................................................548
The Mediation and Arbitration Program- Canada....................................................549
Ordering a Canadian French Owner'sManual.......................................................549
Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates.........................................................550
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada.......................................................................550
Radio Frequency Certification Labels.........................................................................551
Perchlorate...................................................595
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................................................595
Mobile Communications Equipment.......................................................................596
End User License Agreement................596
Emission Law - United States of America.........................................................................621
Export Unique Options.............................622
Warranty Information...............................623
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............625
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WARNING: Do not connectwireless plug-in devices to the data linkconnector. Unauthorized third partiescould gain access to vehicle data andimpair the performance of safety relatedsystems. Only allow repair facilities thatfollow our service and repair instructionsto connect their equipment to the datalink connector.
We respect your privacy and arecommitted to protecting it. Theinformation contained in this publicationwas correct at the time of release, but astechnology rapidly changes, werecommend that you visit the local Fordwebsite for the latest information.
Your vehicle has electronic control unitsthat have data recording functionality andthe ability to permanently or temporarilystore data. This data could includeinformation on the condition and status ofyour vehicle, vehicle maintenancerequirements, events and malfunctions.The types of data that can be recorded aredescribed in this section. Some of the datarecorded is stored in event logs or errorlogs.
Note:Error logs are reset following a serviceor repair.
Note:We may provide information inresponse to requests from law enforcement,other government authorities and thirdparties acting with lawful authority orthrough a legal process. Such informationcould be used by them in legal proceedings.
Data recorded includes, for example:
•Operating states of systemcomponents, for example fuel level,tire pressure and battery charge level.
•Vehicle and component status, forexample wheel speed, deceleration,lateral acceleration and seatbeltstatus.
•Events or errors in essential systems,for example headlamps and brakes.
•System responses to driving situations,for example airbag deployment andstability control.
•Environmental conditions, for exampletemperature.
Some of this data, when used incombination with other information, forexample an accident report, damage to avehicle or eyewitness statements, couldbe associated with a specific person.
Services That We Provide
If you use our services, we collect and usedata, for example account information,vehicle location and driving characteristics,that could identify you. We transmit thisdata through a dedicated, protectedconnection. We only collect and use datato enable your use of our services to whichyou have subscribed, with your consent orwhere permitted by law. For additionalinformation, see the terms and conditionsof the services to which you havesubscribed.
For additional information about ourprivacy policy, refer to the local Fordwebsite.
Services That Third PartiesProvide
We recommend that you review the termsand conditions and data privacyinformation for any services equipped withyour vehicle or to which you subscribe. Wetake no responsibility for services that thirdparties provide.
Where equipped, SiriusXM with 360L coulduse the modem. To disable, turn off theSiriusXM with 360L or Vehicle Connectivitysetting. See Enabling and Disabling theModem (page 475).
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CHECKING THE SEATBELTS
Check the seatbelts and child restraintsperiodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace ifnecessary.
Check the following seatbelt assembliesafter a crash.
•Retractors.
•Buckles.
•Front seatbelt buckle assemblies.
•Shoulder belt height adjusters.
•Shoulder belt guide on seat backrest.
•Child restraint LATCH and tetheranchors.
•Attaching hardware.
Read the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for additional inspection andmaintenance information specific to thechild restraint.
We recommend that all seatbeltassemblies in use in vehicles involved in acrash be replaced. However, if the crashwas minor and an authorized dealer findsthat the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do notneed to be replaced. Seatbelt assembliesnot in use during a crash should also bechecked and replaced if either damage orimproper operation is noted.
Properly care for seatbelts. See CleaningSeatbelts (page 433).
SEATBELT EXTENSIONS
WARNING: Persons who fit intothe vehicle's seatbelt should not use anextension. Unnecessary use could resultin serious personal injury in the event ofa crash.
WARNING: Only use extensionsprovided free of charge by our dealers.The dealer will provide an extensiondesigned specifically for this vehicle,model year and seating position. The useof an extension intended for anothervehicle, model year or seating positionmay not offer you the full protection ofyour vehicle's seatbelt restraint system.
WARNING: Never use seatbeltextensions to install child restraints.
WARNING: Do not use extensionsto change the way the seatbelt fitsacross the torso, over the lap or to makethe seatbelt buckle easier to reach.
If, because of body size or driving position,it is not possible to properly fasten theseatbelt over your lap and shoulder, anextension that is compatible with theseatbelts is available free of charge fromour dealers. Only use our seatbeltextensions made by the original equipmentseatbelt manufacturer with our seatbelts.Ask your authorized dealer if your extensionis compatible with your vehicle restraintsystem.
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HOW DO THE FRONT AIRBAGS
WORK
The driver and front passenger airbagsdeploy during significant frontal and nearfrontal crashes.
The driver and passenger front airbagsystem consists of:
•Driver and passenger airbag modules.
•Front passenger sensing system.
•Crash sensors and monitoring systemwith readiness indicator. See CrashSensors and Airbag Indicator (page63).
The airbags are a supplemental restraintsystem and are designed to work with theseatbelts to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certain upperbody injuries. Airbags do not inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from a deployingairbag.
Note:You will hear a loud bang and see acloud of harmless powdery residue if anairbag deploys. This is normal.
The airbags inflate and deflate rapidlyupon activation. After airbag deployment,it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powderyresidue or smell the burnt propellant. Thismay consist of cornstarch, talcum powder(to lubricate the bag) or sodium
compounds (for example, baking soda)that result from the combustion processthat inflates the airbag. Small amounts ofsodium hydroxide may be present whichmay irritate the skin and eyes, but none ofthe residue is toxic.
Contact with a deploying airbag may causeabrasions or swelling. Temporary hearingloss is also a possibility as a result of thenoise associated with a deploying airbag.
Because airbags must inflate rapidly andwith considerable force, there is the risk ofdeath or serious injuries such as fractures,facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are notproperly restrained or are otherwise out ofposition at the time of airbag deployment.Thus, it is extremely important thatoccupants be properly restrained as faraway from the airbag module as possiblewhile maintaining vehicle control.
Routine maintenance of the airbags is notrequired.
HOW DO THE SIDE AIRBAGS
WORK
WARNING: Do not place objectsor mount equipment on or near theairbag cover, on the side of the front orrear seatbacks, or in areas that maycome into contact with a deployingairbag. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the risk ofpersonal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Accessory seat coversnot released by Ford Motor Companycould prevent the deployment of theairbags and increase the risk of injuriesin a crash.
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CRASH SENSORS AND
AIRBAG INDICATOR
WARNING: Modifying or addingequipment to the front of your vehiclecould affect the performance of theairbag system, increasing the risk ofinjury. This includes the hood, bumpersystem, frame, front body structure, towhooks, hood pins, push bar andsnowplows.
Your vehicle has a collection of crash andoccupant sensors. These sensors provideinformation to the restraints controlmodule which activates the following:
•Front seatbelt pretensioners.
•Adaptive steering column.
•Driver airbag.
•Passenger airbag.
•Seat mounted side airbags.
•Safety Canopy.
Based on the type of crash, the restraintscontrol module deploys the appropriatesafety devices.
The restraints control module alsomonitors the readiness of the above safetydevices plus the crash and occupantsensors. The readiness of the safetysystem is indicated by a warning indicatorlight in the instrument cluster or by abackup tone if the warning light is notworking. Routine maintenance of theairbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated byone or more of the following:
The readiness light will notilluminate immediately after youswitch the ignition on.
•The readiness light either flashes orstays on.
•You hear a series of five tones. Thetone pattern repeats periodically untilthe problem, the light or both arerepaired.
If any of these things happen, evenintermittently, have the supplementalrestraint system serviced immediately.Unless serviced, the system may notfunction properly in the event of a crash.
The fact that the seatbelt pretensionersor front airbags did not activate for bothfront seat occupants in a crash does notmean that something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the restraintscontrol module determined the accidentconditions (crash severity, seatbelt usage)were not appropriate to activate thesesafety devices.
•The front airbags activate only infrontal and near-frontal crashes. Frontairbags may activate in rollovers, sideimpacts or rear impacts if the crashcauses sufficient frontal deceleration.
•The seatbelt pretensioners activate infrontal, near-frontal and side crashes,and in rollovers.
•The side airbags inflate in certain sideimpact crashes or rollover events. Sideairbags may activate in other types ofcrashes if the vehicle experiencessufficient sideways motion ordeformation.
•The Safety Canopy inflates in certainside impact crashes or rollover events.The Safety Canopy may activate inother types of crashes if the vehicleexperiences sufficient sideways motionor deformation, or a certain likelihoodof rollover.
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FUEL GAUGE LIMITATIONS
The fuel gauge may not provide anaccurate reading when your vehicle is onan incline.
LOCATING THE FUEL FILLERDOOR
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of yourvehicle the fuel filler door is located.
WHAT IS THE LOW FUELREMINDER
A low fuel level reminder displays andsounds when the distance to emptyreaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty forMyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km),25 mi(40 km),12 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km)for all vehicle keys.
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
WHAT IS DISTANCE TO EMPTY
Indicates the approximate distance yourvehicle can travel on the fuel remaining inthe tank. Changes in driving pattern cancause the value to not only decrease butalso increase or stay constant for periodsof time.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the transmission fluidtemperature.
Special operating conditions can causehigher than normal operatingtemperatures. See Special OperatingConditions Scheduled Maintenance(page 545).
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
TURBO BOOST GAUGE -
VEHICLES WITH: 12 INCH
SCREEN
Indicates the amount of manifold airpressure in the engine.
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehiclecondition that could become serious.Some lamps illuminate when you startyour vehicle to make sure they work. If anylamps remain on after starting your vehicle,refer to the respective system warninglamp for further information.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
WARNING LAMPS
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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WHAT IS THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
The cabin air filter improves the quality ofair in your vehicle by trapping dust, pollenand other particles.
REPLACING THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
Replace the filter at regular intervals. SeeScheduled Maintenance (page 539).
The cabin air filter is behind the glovecompartment.
To remove the lower glove compartmentand access the filter:
1.Open the glove compartment.
2.Press the tab on each side.
3.Fully lower the glove compartment.
4.Pull the glove compartment towardyou.
5.Unclip both sides of the filter door andswing the door down to access thefilter.
6.Remove the old filter and replace witha new filter.
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