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Auxiliary battery (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a frame-mounted auxiliary battery
located on the passenger side frame rail, behind the front passenger
door. This auxiliary battery is connected to the auxiliary battery relay, so
it is not used to start the vehicle.
Battery relearn
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. Flexible fuel vehicles (FFV) must also relearn the ethanol
content of the fuel for optimum driveability and performance. To begin
this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with
the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for
at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy along with the ethanol content
for flexible fuel vehicles.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle quality
of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is
eventually relearned.
•For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are operating on E85, you may
experience poor starts or an inability to start the engine and
driveability problems until the fuel trim and ethanol content have been
relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
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water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles which have a
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the
reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the
radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
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Refueling
WARNING:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause
severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:
•Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island;
•Turn off your engine when you are refueling;
•Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle;
•Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel;
•Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended
when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places;
•Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump
fuel.
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when
filling an ungrounded fuel container:
•Place approved fuel container on the ground.
•DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the
cargo area).
•Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
•DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel filler cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it clicks at least once.
If the check fuel cap light
or a “check fuel cap” message comes on,
the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message can
come on after several driving events after you’ve refueled your vehicle.
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instrument panel ....................265
interior .....................................265
plastic parts ............................264
safety belts ..............................265
washing ....................................261
waxing .....................................262
wheels ......................................262
wiper blades ............................264
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......44–46
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................30
AM/FM Stereo ...........................23
AM/FM/CD .................................25
Compass, electronic ....................62
calibration .................................63
set zone adjustment .................62
Console
overhead ..............................60–61
Controls
power seat .................................94
Coolant
checking and adding ..............277
refill capacities ................281, 305
specifications ..........................305
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................68
Customer Assistance ................224
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................258
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................258
Getting roadside assistance ...224
Getting the service you
need .........................................253
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................259
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................257D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................47
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................298
engine oil .................................271
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................298
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................223
E
Electronic message center .........71
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................245
Emergency Flashers .................226
Emission control system ..........293
Engine ........................................309
cleaning ...................................263
coolant .....................................277
diesel ...........................................8
fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................274
lubrication specifications .......305
refill capacities ........................305
service points ..........................269
starting after a collision .........226
Engine block heater .................196
Engine oil ..................................271
checking and adding ..............271
dipstick ....................................271
filter, specifications ........273, 304
recommendations ...................273
refill capacities ........................305
specifications ..........................305
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locking/unlocking
doors ..............................80, 85–86
panic alarm ...............................86
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................87
replacing the batteries .............86
Reverse camera .........................220
Reverse sensing system ...........218
Roadside assistance ..................224
Roll stability control .................201
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........................100–105
Safety defects, reporting ..........260
Safety restraints ................100–105
Belt-Minder...........................106
extension assembly ................109
for adults .........................101–104
for children .............................120
warning light and chime ........105
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................128
Safety seats for children ..........124
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................310
Satellite Radio Information ........40
Seats ............................................92
child safety seats ....................124
front seats .................................93
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................88, 90
Servicing your vehicle ..............268
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................25
AM/FM stereo ...........................23AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................30
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........238
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................304, 309
Special notice ..............................10
ambulance conversions ..............9
diesel-powered vehicles .............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................305
Speed control ..............................68
Stability system .........................201
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......195
Starting your vehicle ........193–195
jump starting ..........................245
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................60
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........44, 46
Tilt steering wheel ......................60
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....160
Tires ...........................142–143, 235
alignment ................................152
care ..........................................148
changing ..................235, 238–240
checking the pressure ............147
inflating ...................................144
label .........................................159
replacing ..........................150, 240
rotating ....................................152
safety practices .......................151
sidewall information ...............154
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