FORD EXCURSION 2002 1.G Owners Manual

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OVERDRIVE CONTROL
Activating overdrive
(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.
The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through
all available gears.
Deactivating overdrive
Press the Transmission Control
Switch (TCS) located on the end of
the gearshift lever. The
Transmission Control Indicator Light
(TCIL) (the word OFF) will
illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission will operate
in all gears except overdrive.
To return to normal overdrive mode,
press the Transmission Control
Switch again. The TCIL (the word
OFF) will no longer be illuminated.
When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will
automatically return to normal
(Overdrive) mode.
For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission
control switch operation refer to theAutomatic Transmission
Operationsection of theDrivingchapter.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment
•Coin holder slots
•Pen holder
Use only soft cups in the
cupholder. Hard objects can
injure you in a collision.
OVERDRIVE
OVERDRIVEOFF
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OVERDRIVE CONTROL
Activating overdrive
(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.
The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through
all available gears.
Deactivating overdrive
Press the Transmission Control
Switch (TCS) located on the end of
the gearshift lever. The
Transmission Control Indicator Light
(TCIL) (the word OFF) will
illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission will operate
in all gears except overdrive.
To return to normal overdrive mode,
press the Transmission Control
Switch again. The TCIL (the word
OFF) will no longer be illuminated.
When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will
automatically return to normal
(Overdrive) mode.
For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission
control switch operation refer to theAutomatic Transmission
Operationsection of theDrivingchapter.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
•Utility compartment
•Coin holder slots
•Pen holder
Use only soft cups in the
cupholder. Hard objects can
injure you in a collision.
OVERDRIVE
OVERDRIVEOFF
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•Utility compartment
•Coin holder
•Pen holder
•Writing surface
•Space for lap-top computer
CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED)
The cargo net secures lightweight
objects in the cargo area. Attach the
net to the anchors provided. This
net is not designed to restrain
objects during a collision.
TRIDOOR
The TriDoor area is intended for cargo storage only, not for passengers.
You can open and close the TriDoors from outside the vehicle only. You
cannot open the liftgate or cargo doors from inside the vehicle.Driver Controls102
•Utility compartment
•Coin holder
•Pen holder
•Writing surface
•Space for lap-top computer
CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED)
The cargo net secures lightweight
objects in the cargo area. Attach the
net to the anchors provided. This
net is not designed to restrain
objects during a collision.
TRIDOOR
The TriDoor area is intended for cargo storage only, not for passengers.
You can open and close the TriDoors from outside the vehicle only. You
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•To open the liftgate, unlock the
liftgate (with the key, the key fob
by pressing the UNLOCK button
twice or power door locks) and
pull up on the liftgate handle.
•To open the cargo doors, open
the liftgate, then open right cargo
door first, using the handle on
top of the door, then open the
left cargo door using the handle
on the side of the door.
For wider loads, the cargo doors can
be opened wider by unhooking the check straps from the door hinge.
Make sure the check straps are reattached after loading and before
closing the cargo doors..
•To close and lock the liftgate and cargo doors, close the left cargo
door first, then the right cargo door, then pull down and close the
liftgate. Lock the TriDoor with the key, key fob or the power door lock
button.
The cargo doors and liftgate should be closed before driving your
vehicle. Leaving the liftgate and/or the cargo doors open could
cause serious damage to the TriDoors and its components as well as
allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. If you must drive with
the cargo doors and liftgate window open, keep the vents open so
outside air comes into the vehicle.
LUGGAGE RACK
Maximum load is 90 kg (200 lbs) on the roof rack structure, or 45 kg
(100 lbs) on the roof panel slats, evenly distributed. If it is not possible
to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use
adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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•To open the liftgate, unlock the
liftgate (with the key, the key fob
by pressing the UNLOCK button
twice or power door locks) and
pull up on the liftgate handle.
•To open the cargo doors, open
the liftgate, then open right cargo
door first, using the handle on
top of the door, then open the
left cargo door using the handle
on the side of the door.
For wider loads, the cargo doors can
be opened wider by unhooking the check straps from the door hinge.
Make sure the check straps are reattached after loading and before
closing the cargo doors..
•To close and lock the liftgate and cargo doors, close the left cargo
door first, then the right cargo door, then pull down and close the
liftgate. Lock the TriDoor with the key, key fob or the power door lock
button.
The cargo doors and liftgate should be closed before driving your
vehicle. Leaving the liftgate and/or the cargo doors open could
cause serious damage to the TriDoors and its components as well as
allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. If you must drive with
the cargo doors and liftgate window open, keep the vents open so
outside air comes into the vehicle.
LUGGAGE RACK
Maximum load is 90 kg (200 lbs) on the roof rack structure, or 45 kg
(100 lbs) on the roof panel slats, evenly distributed. If it is not possible
to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use
adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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To adjust the cross-bar position:
1. Release the latch at both ends of
the cross-bar (both cross-bars are
adjustable).
2. Slide cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the latch at both ends of
the cross-bar.
To remove the cross-bar assemblyfrom the roof rack side rails:
1. Loosen the latch at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are
adjustable).
2. Slide cross-bar to the end of the rail.
3. Press down on the locking feature inside the side rail and slide the
cross-bar over it.
4. Slide the assemblies off the end.
To adjust the tie-downs:
Use the adjustable tie downs to secure loads to the luggage carrier.
1. Completely loosen the slider
knobs at each end of the cross rail.
2. Lift the cross-bar and re-set it at
the desired position. Ensure that
both sides of the cross rails are
even.
NOTE: Siding the cross-bar on
the roof can cause damage to
the roof paint.
3. Tighten the slider knobs at both
ends of the cross-bar.Driver Controls104
To adjust the cross-bar position:
1. Release the latch at both ends of
the cross-bar (both cross-bars are
adjustable).
2. Slide cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the latch at both ends of
the cross-bar.
To remove the cross-bar assemblyfrom the roof rack side rails:
1. Loosen the latch at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are
adjustable).
2. Slide cross-bar to the end of the rail.
3. Press down on the locking feature inside the side rail and slide the
cross-bar over it.
4. Slide the assemblies off the end.
To adjust the tie-downs:
Use the adjustable tie downs to secure loads to the luggage carrier.
1. Completely loosen the slider
knobs at each end of the cross rail.
2. Lift the cross-bar and re-set it at
the desired position. Ensure that
both sides of the cross rails are
even.
NOTE: Siding the cross-bar on
the roof can cause damage to
the roof paint.
3. Tighten the slider knobs at both
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KEYS
The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.
You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.
Refer toSecuriLockPassive Anti-Theft Systemfor more information.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press control to unlock all doors.
Press control to lock all doors.
Smart locks
This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your
key is still in the ignition.
When you open the driver’s door and you lock the vehicle with the
power door locks, all the doors will lock, then the driver’s door will
automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition.
The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the
manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, or
by using the lock button on the remote entry transmitter (if equipped).
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KEYS
The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement
keys are available from your dealer.
You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case
you require it in an emergency.
Refer toSecuriLockPassive Anti-Theft Systemfor more information.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press control to unlock all doors.
Press control to lock all doors.
Smart locks
This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your
key is still in the ignition.
When you open the driver’s door and you lock the vehicle with the
power door locks, all the doors will lock, then the driver’s door will
automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition.
The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the
manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, or
by using the lock button on the remote entry transmitter (if equipped).
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Childproof door locks
When these locks are set, the rear
doors cannot be opened from the
inside. The rear doors can be
opened from the outside when the
doors are unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors.
Move lock control up to engage the
childproof lock. Move control down
to disengage childproof locks.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
The remote entry system allows you to:
•unlock all vehicle doors without a key
•lock all vehicle doors without a key
•activate the panic alarm
The remote entry LOCK and UNLOCK operate with the ignition in the
ON or OFF position and the transmission in P (Park).
If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL remote entry transmittersare brought to the dealership,
to aid in troubleshooting.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.Locks and Security106
Childproof door locks
When these locks are set, the rear
doors cannot be opened from the
inside. The rear doors can be
opened from the outside when the
doors are unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors.
Move lock control up to engage the
childproof lock. Move control down
to disengage childproof locks.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
The remote entry system allows you to:
•unlock all vehicle doors without a key
•lock all vehicle doors without a key
•activate the panic alarm
The remote entry LOCK and UNLOCK operate with the ignition in the
ON or OFF position and the transmission in P (Park).
If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL remote entry transmittersare brought to the dealership,
to aid in troubleshooting.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock the
driver door. The interior lamps and
running board lamps (if equipped)
will illuminate.
Press the control a second time
within three seconds to unlock all
doors and liftgate.
Locking the doorsPress this control to lock all doors,
liftgate or the driver’s door. If all
doors are closed, the parking lamps
will flash once.
Press this control a second time
within three seconds. The door(s)
will lock again, the horn will chirp
once and the parking lamps will
flash once more. If any of the doors
are ajar, the horn will make two
quick chirps, reminding you to
properly close all doors.
Power door unlock disable feature (if equipped)
This feature will help protect your
vehicle from unauthorized entry.
The UNLOCK function on the power
door switch will not operate with
the ignition OFF and twenty
seconds after the doors are closed
and electronically locked by the
remote entry transmitter, key pad, or power door switch (if pressed
while the door was open).
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock the
driver door. The interior lamps and
running board lamps (if equipped)
will illuminate.
Press the control a second time
within three seconds to unlock all
doors and liftgate.
Locking the doorsPress this control to lock all doors,
liftgate or the driver’s door. If all
doors are closed, the parking lamps
will flash once.
Press this control a second time
within three seconds. The door(s)
will lock again, the horn will chirp
once and the parking lamps will
flash once more. If any of the doors
are ajar, the horn will make two
quick chirps, reminding you to
properly close all doors.
Power door unlock disable feature (if equipped)
This feature will help protect your
vehicle from unauthorized entry.
The UNLOCK function on the power
door switch will not operate with
the ignition OFF and twenty
seconds after the doors are closed
and electronically locked by the
remote entry transmitter, key pad, or power door switch (if pressed
while the door was open).
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The UNLOCK function will operate again after you unlock the vehicle
using the remote entry transmitter or key pad, turn the ignition to ON,
or open the door from inside of the vehicle.
Power door unlock disable feature — activation/deactivation
1. Turn the ignition key to ON.
2. Press the UNLOCK button 3 times.
3. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
4. Press the UNLOCK button 3 times.
5. Turn the ignition key to ON. The horn will chirp.
6. Press the LOCK button 2 times. You should receive 2 horn chirps to
indicate the system has been disabled, or 2 chirps followed by a honk to
indicate the system has been enabled.
Note:Pressing the power door LOCK button two times again will turn
the feature ON if it was previously OFF, or OFF if it was previously ON.
Every two consecutive presses of the LOCK button after successfully
entering the configuration mode will change the enable/disable condition
of the feature.
7. Turn ignition to OFF to exit programming. The horn will chirp once to
confirm the procedure is complete.
Sounding a panic alarmPress this control to activate the
alarm.
To deactivate the alarm, press the
control again or turn the ignition to
ACC or ON.
Panic alarm will only operate with
the ignition in the OFF position.
Replacing the battery
The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to
be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in
operating range can be caused by the following factors:
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The UNLOCK function will operate again after you unlock the vehicle
using the remote entry transmitter or key pad, turn the ignition to ON,
or open the door from inside of the vehicle.
Power door unlock disable feature — activation/deactivation
1. Turn the ignition key to ON.
2. Press the UNLOCK button 3 times.
3. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
4. Press the UNLOCK button 3 times.
5. Turn the ignition key to ON. The horn will chirp.
6. Press the LOCK button 2 times. You should receive 2 horn chirps to
indicate the system has been disabled, or 2 chirps followed by a honk to
indicate the system has been enabled.
Note:Pressing the power door LOCK button two times again will turn
the feature ON if it was previously OFF, or OFF if it was previously ON.
Every two consecutive presses of the LOCK button after successfully
entering the configuration mode will change the enable/disable condition
of the feature.
7. Turn ignition to OFF to exit programming. The horn will chirp once to
confirm the procedure is complete.
Sounding a panic alarmPress this control to activate the
alarm.
To deactivate the alarm, press the
control again or turn the ignition to
ACC or ON.
Panic alarm will only operate with
the ignition in the OFF position.
Replacing the battery
The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to
be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in
operating range can be caused by the following factors:
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•Nearby radio towers
•Structures around the vehicle
•Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle
To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the transmitter near the
key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE
FRONT PART OF THE
TRANSMITTER APART.
2. Place the positive (+) side of new
battery in the same orientation.
Refer to the diagram inside the
transmitter unit.
3. Snap the two halves back
together.
Replacement of the battery willnotcause the remote transmitter to
become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should
operate normally after battery replacement.
Replacing lost transmitters
If a remote transmitter has been lost
and you would like to remove it
from the vehicle’s memory, or you
would like to purchase additional
remote transmitters and have them
programmed to your vehicle:
•Takeallyour vehicle’s
transmitters to your dealer for
programming, or
•Perform the programming
procedure yourself.
Programming remote transmitters
It is necessary to haveall(maximum of four — original and/or new) of
your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure.
To program the transmitters yourself:
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•Nearby radio towers
•Structures around the vehicle
•Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle
To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the transmitter near the
key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE
FRONT PART OF THE
TRANSMITTER APART.
2. Place the positive (+) side of new
battery in the same orientation.
Refer to the diagram inside the
transmitter unit.
3. Snap the two halves back
together.
Replacement of the battery willnotcause the remote transmitter to
become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should
operate normally after battery replacement.
Replacing lost transmitters
If a remote transmitter has been lost
and you would like to remove it
from the vehicle’s memory, or you
would like to purchase additional
remote transmitters and have them
programmed to your vehicle:
•Takeallyour vehicle’s
transmitters to your dealer for
programming, or
•Perform the programming
procedure yourself.
Programming remote transmitters
It is necessary to haveall(maximum of four — original and/or new) of
your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure.
To program the transmitters yourself:
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•Ensure the vehicle is unlocked.
•Place the key in the ignition and
turn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)
and cycle between 3 (OFF) and
4(ON) eight times in rapid
succession (within 10 seconds)
with the eighth turn ending in the
4 (ON) position. The doors will
lock to confirm that programming
mode has been entered.
•Within 20 seconds, program a remote transmitter by pressing any
button on a transmitter. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that the
remote transmitter has been programmed. (If more than 20 seconds
pass before pressing a remote transmitter button, the programming
mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated.)
•Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters.
The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has
been programmed.
•When you have completed programming the remote transmitters, turn
the ignition to 3 (OFF) or wait 20 seconds. Again the doors will
lock/unlock to confirm programming has been completed.
Illuminated entry
The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when the
remote transmitter unlock control is pressed.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitter
lock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door or liftgate is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the OFF position, 10 minutes after if the
dome lamp is off, and 30 minutes after if the dome lamp switch is left
on.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
With the keyless entry keypad, you can:
•lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key.
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•Ensure the vehicle is unlocked.
•Place the key in the ignition and
turn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)
and cycle between 3 (OFF) and
4(ON) eight times in rapid
succession (within 10 seconds)
with the eighth turn ending in the
4 (ON) position. The doors will
lock to confirm that programming
mode has been entered.
•Within 20 seconds, program a remote transmitter by pressing any
button on a transmitter. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that the
remote transmitter has been programmed. (If more than 20 seconds
pass before pressing a remote transmitter button, the programming
mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated.)
•Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters.
The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has
been programmed.
•When you have completed programming the remote transmitters, turn
the ignition to 3 (OFF) or wait 20 seconds. Again the doors will
lock/unlock to confirm programming has been completed.
Illuminated entry
The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when the
remote transmitter unlock control is pressed.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitter
lock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door or liftgate is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the OFF position, 10 minutes after if the
dome lamp is off, and 30 minutes after if the dome lamp switch is left
on.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
With the keyless entry keypad, you can:
•lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key.
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