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•The service engine soonsymbol 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.
WARNING: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.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
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Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”
unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to
become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized
dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
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•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a window sticker containing EPA fuel
economy estimates. Contact your authorized dealer if the window sticker
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is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates
should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other
vehicles. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of
operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of theService engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
WARNING:Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
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The transmission fluid should be
within the cross-hatch area if at
normal operating temperature 149°F
(65°C).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiessection in this
chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint
(250 ml) increments through the
filler tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
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Accessory delay ..........................71
AdvanceTrac ..............................220
Air cleaner filter ...............305–307
Air conditioning ..........................51
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................147, 156, 159
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............147, 156, 159
disposal ....................................162
driver airbag ............149, 156, 160
indicator light .........155, 158, 161
operation .................149, 156, 160
passenger airbag .....149, 156, 160
side airbag ...............................156
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................232
Ambient mood/lighting ...............59
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................286
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................218
Anti-theft system ......................116
Audio system (see
Radio) ..............................20, 24, 32
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................227
fluid, adding ............................304
fluid, checking ........................304
fluid, refill capacities ..............308
fluid, specification ..................308
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....40
Auxiliary power point .................68
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........308B
Battery .......................................284
acid, treating emergencies .....284
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................284
replacement, specifications ...307
servicing ..................................284
Belt-Minder.............................143
Booster seats .............................175
Brakes ........................................218
anti-lock ...................................218
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................219
fluid, checking and adding ....303
fluid, refill capacities ..............308
fluid, specifications .................308
lubricant specifications ..........308
parking ....................................219
shift interlock ..........................226
Bulbs ............................................60
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....308
Cargo management system ........99
Cargo net .....................................99
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .................248, 252
Child safety seats ......................166
attaching with tether straps ..172
in front seat ............................167
in rear seat ..............................167
LATCH .....................................170
recommendations ...................164
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................175
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............271
instrument panel ....................272
interior .....................................273
plastic parts ............................271
safety belts ..............................273
washing ....................................269
waxing .....................................270
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............51
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................34
AM/FM/CD .................................26
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................86
Console ........................................68
overhead ....................................67
Controls
power seat ...............................126
steering column ........................76
Convertible
cleaning ...................................272
Coolant
checking and adding ..............286
refill capacities ................289, 308
specifications ..........................308
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................73
Cupholder(s) .............................132
Customer Assistance ................239
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................266
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................266
Getting roadside assistance ...239
Getting the service you
need .........................................262Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................56
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................304
engine oil .................................281
Driving under special
conditions ..................229, 234, 236
sand .........................................235
snow and ice ...........................237
through water .................235, 238
E
Electronic message center ...83–84
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emission control system ..........300
Engine ........................................310
cleaning ...................................271
coolant .....................................286
fail-safe cooling .......................290
idle speed control ...................284
lubrication specifications .......308
refill capacities ........................308
service points ..................278–279
starting after a collision .........240
Engine block heater .................216
Engine oil ..................................281
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................281
checking and adding ..............281
dipstick ....................................281
filter, specifications ........283, 307
recommendations ...................283
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refill capacities ........................308
specifications ..........................308
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................216
F
Fail safe cooling ........................290
Floor mats ...................................93
Fluid capacities .........................308
Fog lamps ....................................56
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................233
Fuel ............................................292
calculating fuel
economy ............................85, 297
cap ...........................................294
capacity ...................................308
choosing the right fuel ...........295
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................299
detergent in fuel .....................296
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................292, 294, 297
filter, specifications ........291, 307
fuel pump shut-off switch .....240
improving fuel economy ........297
octane rating ...................295, 310
quality ......................................296
running out of fuel .................296
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................292
Fuses ..................................241–242
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............294
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................297Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................240
Head restraints .........................130
Headlamps ...................................55
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................55
bulb specifications ....................61
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................56
replacing bulbs .........................62
turning on and off ....................55
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................49, 51
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................79
Hood ..........................................277
How to get going ........................20
I
Ignition ...............................213, 310
Illuminated visor mirror .............67
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................166
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................302
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................272
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................57
J
Jack ............................................248
positioning ...............................248
storage .....................................248
Jump-starting your vehicle ......255
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