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Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such
as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by
using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make
it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.
Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle
equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box
cover).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities
and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of
vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to
heavy off-road usage.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is
different in one or more of the following: type, brand, size, speed rating
and tread design. If this is the case, this dissimilar spare tire is still rated
for your vehicle loads (GAWR and GVWR). This temporary spare tire is
not equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensor.
The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tire
sealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System, refer toTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in
theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter for important information. If
the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer
function.
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for
temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size
and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be
replaced rather than repaired.
A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that
is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare:This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire
size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel:This spare tire has
a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
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Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the airbag system.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
•Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A).
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54).
•If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
•If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Clean the seat with a damp cloth, using
a mild soap and water solution, if necessary.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
5.4L 3V–V8 engine
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Engine coolant reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Power distribution box
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Battery
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•Thesymbol will illuminate.
•The
indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use MERCON
AT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
MAX
MIN
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Item Capacity Ford part numberFord part number /
Ford specification
Cooling system stop
leak pellets—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oil 7.0 quarts (6.6 L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil
2
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20- LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A and API
Certification Mark
Automatic transmission
fluid
(6HP26)11.0 quarts
(10.5L)
3
Motorcraft MERCON
SP
AT F
4
XT-6-QSP /
MERCON
SP
Power steering fluidFill between MIN
and MAX lines on
reservoirMotorcraft MERCON

AT FXT-2-QDX /
MERCON

Front axle fluid (4X4)3.5-3.7 pints
(1.8-2.0L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle LubeXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
Rear axle
fluid–Conventional
differential
(9.75 inch axle)4.5 pints (2.13L)Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle
Lube
5
XY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Transfer case fluid
(4X4)2.0 quarts (1.9L)Motorcraft MERCON

AT FXT-2-QDX /
MERCON

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wiper blades ............................261
Clock ............................................54
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................72
Console ........................................53
overhead ..............................51–52
rear ............................................53
Controls
power seat ...............................107
steering column ........................64
Coolant
checking and adding ..............275
refill capacities ................278, 297
specifications ..........................297
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................61
Customer Assistance ................221
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................254
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............255
Getting roadside assistance ...221
Getting the service you
need .........................................250
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................256
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................254
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................40
Defrost
rear window ..............................38
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................293engine oil .................................270
Driving under special
conditions ..................209, 215, 218
sand .........................................216
snow and ice ...........................219
through water .................217, 220
DVD system .................................32
E
Electronic message center .........71
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................241
Emission control system ..........289
Engine ........................................300
cleaning ...................................260
coolant .....................................275
fail-safe cooling .......................279
idle speed control ...................273
lubrication specifications .......297
refill capacities ........................297
service points ..........................267
starting after a collision .........223
Engine block heater .................195
Engine oil ..................................270
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................270
checking and adding ..............270
dipstick ....................................270
filter, specifications ........272, 296
recommendations ...................272
refill capacities ........................297
specifications ..........................297
Exhaust fumes ..........................195
F
Fail safe cooling ........................279
Floor mats ...................................83
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L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................39
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................44
daytime running light ...............40
fog lamps ...................................39
headlamps .................................39
headlamps, flash to pass ..........40
interior lamps ...............42–43, 45
replacing bulbs .........................47
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................42
Liftgate ......................83, 87, 95–96
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........197
Load limits .................................178
Loading instructions .................184
Locks
autolock ...............................89, 91
childproof ..................................93
doors ..........................................89
Lubricant specifications ...........297
Lug nuts ....................................241
Luggage rack ...............................88
Lumbar support, seats .............106
M
Message center ...........................71
english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors .........................................58
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................57
fold away ...................................58heated ........................................59
programmable memory ............97
signal .........................................59
Moon roof ....................................66
Motorcraft parts ........263, 281, 296
N
Navigation system .......................32
O
Octane rating ............................284
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................270
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................96
Parking brake ............................198
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....296
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................59
Power adjustable foot pedals .....59
Power deployable running
boards ..........................................60
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .......................225, 228
Power door locks ........................89
Power liftgate ..............................83
Power mirrors .............................58
Power point .................................54
Power steering ..................203–204
fluid, checking and adding ....292
fluid, refill capacity ................297
fluid, specifications .................297
Power Windows ...........................55
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Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................205
R
Radio ............................................18
Rear window defroster ...............38
Relays ........................................224
Remote entry system .................93
illuminated entry ....................100
locking/unlocking doors .....93–94
opening the trunk ...............95–96
panic alarm ...............................96
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................99
replacing the batteries .............98
Reverse sensing system ...........210
Roadside assistance ..................221
Roof rack .....................................88
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........128
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................119, 122–126
Safety Canopy ...................137, 139
Safety defects, reporting ..256–257
Safety restraints ........119, 122–126
BeltMinder
............................129
extension assembly ................128
for adults .........................123–125
for children .....................142–143
safety belt maintenance .........128
warning light and chime ........129
Safety seats for children ..........146
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................301
Satellite Radio Information ........29Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............119
Seats ..........................................106
child safety seats ....................146
climate control ........................110
memory seat .....................97, 109
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............102–104
Servicing your vehicle ..............265
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........234
Spark plugs, specifications ......296,
300
Special notice
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................297
Speed control ..............................61
Starting your vehicle ........192–194
jump starting ..........................241
Steering wheel
controls ......................................64
tilting .........................................50
T
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................216
Roadside Emergencies ...........232
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....174
Warning Displays ................10, 79
Tires ...........................159–161, 232
alignment ................................168
care ..........................................164
changing ..................232, 234, 236
checking the pressure ............164
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