Introduction
About This Manual..........................................7
Data Recording.................................................11
Perchlorate.......................................................15
Ford Credit........................................................15
Replacement Parts Recommendation............................................................................15
Special Notices...............................................16
Mobile Communications Equipment............................................................................17
Export Unique Options................................18
Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation....................................................18
Entering, Exiting or Climbing on ThisVehicle............................................................18
Symbols Glossary
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle.................19
Environment
Protecting the Environment......................22
Noise Pollution Control...............................22
At a Glance
Instrument Panel...........................................24
Child Safety
General Information.....................................25
Installing Child Restraints...........................27
Booster Seats.................................................33
Child Restraint Positioning........................35
Child Safety Locks........................................36
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation.................................38
Fastening the Seatbelts.............................39
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.....................42
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime............................................................43
Seatbelt Reminder.......................................43
Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance...............................................45
Seatbelt Extensions.....................................45
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on RadioFrequencies................................................46
Remote Control..............................................47
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control..........................................................................48
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking...............................49
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................51
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................52
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: AdaptiveCruise Control.............................................52
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: CruiseControl...........................................................52
Information Display Control......................53
Horn....................................................................53
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers........................................54
Windshield Washers....................................54
Lighting
General Information.....................................55
Lighting Control.............................................55
Autolamps.......................................................56
Instrument Lighting Dimmer....................56
Headlamp Exit Delay...................................56
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)..........57
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime Running Lamps...........................................................................57
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 58). Wiper lever. SeeWindshield Wipers (page 54).A
Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 53).B
Instrument cluster. See General Information (page 71).C
Gearshift lever. See Automatic Transmission (page 130).D
Hazard flasher switch. See Hazard Flashers (page 190).E
Audio unit. See Audio System (page 315).F
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 86).G
Auxiliary switches. See Auxiliary Switches (page 321).H
Ignition. See Ignition Switch (page 101).I
Horn. See Horn (page 53).J
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 52).K
Cruise control. See Cruise Control (page 158).L
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 55).M
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. Ifa metal-to-metal, continuous grinding orcontinuous squeal sound is present, thebrake linings may be worn-out. Have thesystem checked as soon as possible. If thevehicle has continuous vibration or shudderin the steering wheel while braking, have thesystem checked as soon as possible.
All standard equipment brakes areself-adjusting. Automatic adjustment,when required, occurs whenever you applyand release the brakes during forward orreverse operation.
Know the required stopping distances forall driving conditions you may encounter.For longer brake lining life, take fulladvantage of engine braking power whencoming to a stop.
Wet brakes result in reduced brakingefficiency. Gently press the brake pedal afew times when driving from a car wash orstanding water to dry the brakes.
If the brakes do not grip well:
•Check brake adjustment.
•Check the brake linings for excessivewear.
•Check the system air pressure onvehicles with air brakes.
•Let the brakes cool if you have beenusing them excessively, as in mountaindriving or after several fast, high-speedstops.
•If you have been driving through deepwater, gently apply the brakes severaltimes while your vehicle is movingslowly.
Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedalbecomes stuck or entrapped, apply steadyand firm pressure to the brake pedal toslow the vehicle and reduce engine power.If you experience this condition, apply thebrakes and bring your vehicle to a safestop. Move the transmission to park (P),switch the engine off and apply the parkingbrake. Inspect the accelerator pedal forany interference. If none are found and thecondition persists, have your vehicle towedto the nearest authorized dealer
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steeringcontrol during emergency stops by keepingthe brakes from locking.
If the light does not illuminateduring start up, remains on orflashes, the system may bedisabled. It also momentarily illuminateswhen you switch the ignition on to confirmthe lamp is functional. If it does notilluminate when you switch the ignition on,or begins to flash at any time, have thesystem checked.
If you connect a PLC trailer withthe ignition on, the trailer ABSlight also illuminates. If the lightfails to illuminate, if it remains on after youstart the vehicle or continues to flash, havethe system serviced immediately.
See Warning Lamps and Indicators(page 67).
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AXLE INSPECTION
Front Axle
Maintaining the front axle alignment tospecifications is very important. A qualifiedtechnician should check and maintain thealignment.
Regular inspections should include:
•Toe-in inspection and adjustment (ifnecessary), particularly with radialtires.
•Checking for proper tightness of axlemounting U-bolt nuts, attaching ormounting bolts and nuts.
•Checking the axle for damage, binding,worn parts and adequate lubrication.
•Checking the kingpins for excessivewear. Also, perform this check duringother scheduled maintenance, forexample as tire rotation or service,wheel bearing service and alignment.See the workshop manual for properprocedures.
Toe-in
It is essential to maintain correct toe-inand tire pressure for optimum tire wear.
Inspecting steer axle tires in the first3,000–10,000 mi (5,000–16,000 km)generally shows if tires are wearingnormally.
Rapid outside shoulder wear on both tiresindicates too much toe-in.
Rapid inside shoulder wear on both tiresindicates too much toe-out.
In P&D-type service, there can be aleft-to-right steer tire tread life differentialup to 40% depending on routes and othervariables.
Follow the tire manufacturer'srecommended cold inflation pressure forthe tire size, load range (ply rating) andsteer axle loading typical for their operation(each steer axle tire equals ½ steer axleloading).
Special applications may warrant a settingbased on experience with the type of tireoperating loads and conditions. Radial tiresare more sensitive to toe-in setting thanbias ply tires. Fine tuning school busalignment to line-haul truck standardsdoes not drastically improve tire tread life.
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION
WARNING: Failure to maintain thesteering system in proper condition cancause reduced steering ability resultingin property damage, personal injury ordeath.
Note:Have any steering problemsimmediately corrected by a qualified servicetechnician.
Ask your service technician to examine thesteering mechanism. Only minoradjustments may be necessary.
Regular inspections should include:
•Checking the tie rod, drag link endclamp bolts and ball joints for propertightness.
•Checking for installation and spread ofcotter pins and tightness of nuts atboth ends of the tie rod and drag link.
•Checking that the pitman arm (steeringarm at steering gear) mounting is tightand locked. Check system for leaks orhose chafing. Repair immediately, ifnecessary.
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels............................................................345Cruise Control Module.....................................345Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Diesel..............................309Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Gasoline...........................311Rear Axle Fluid Check................................260Rear Axle..........................................................136General Information..........................................136Rear Seat Armrest.........................................95Rear Seats........................................................94Rear View Camera........................................157Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................157Recommended Towing Weights............182Refueling - Diesel...........................................112Refueling - Gasoline.....................................114Remote Control...............................................47Removing a Headlamp.............................250Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............266Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................15Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................48Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)...............................................................201Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................200Resuming the Set Speed...........................159Roadside Assistance...................................194Roadside Emergencies..............................190Rollover Warning.........................................345Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................188Running Out of Fuel - Diesel......................112Running Out of Fuel - Gasoline................112
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Safety Precautions.......................................107Scheduled Maintenance...........................325Seatbelt Extensions......................................45Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................42Seatbelt Reminder........................................43
Seatbelts...........................................................38Principle of Operation........................................38Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime..............................................................43Seats...................................................................89Security...............................................................51Selective Catalytic Reductant System -Diesel.............................................................120Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........158Sitting in the Correct Position...................89Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................287Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287Special Notices................................................16Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................335Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................158Spring U-Bolt Check....................................261Stability Control............................................153Principle of Operation - Vehicles With: AirBrakes................................................................154Principle of Operation - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes............................................153Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch............................................101Starting a Diesel Engine.............................103Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................102Starting and Stopping the Engine..........101General Information...........................................101Steering............................................................170Steering System Inspection....................259Steering Wheel................................................52Storage Compartments............................100Streaming Bluetooth Audio......................318Sun Visors.........................................................63Suspension System Inspection.............260Switching Cruise Control On andOff...................................................................158Switching Off the Engine..........................104Switching the Pneumatic LockingDifferential On and Off............................137Symbols Glossary...........................................19Symbols Used on Your Vehicle..................19
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