FORD EXCURSION 2002 1.G Manual PDF

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HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps.
Rotate to the second position to
turn on the headlamps.
Autolamp control (if equipped)The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the
lights on for approximately 20
seconds after the ignition switch is
turned to OFF.
To change the delay time of the autolamp feature, do the following:
1. Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected.
2. Deselect the autolamps.
3. Put the ignition in RUN.
4. Put the ignition in OFF.
5. Select the autolamps. Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a
10 second period. At this point, the headlamps and parking lamps will
turn on.
6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time
(maximum of 3 minutes). At this point, the headlamps and parking
lamps will turn off.
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HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps.
Rotate to the second position to
turn on the headlamps.
Autolamp control (if equipped)The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the
lights on for approximately 20
seconds after the ignition switch is
turned to OFF.
To change the delay time of the autolamp feature, do the following:
1. Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected.
2. Deselect the autolamps.
3. Put the ignition in RUN.
4. Put the ignition in OFF.
5. Select the autolamps. Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a
10 second period. At this point, the headlamps and parking lamps will
turn on.
6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time
(maximum of 3 minutes). At this point, the headlamps and parking
lamps will turn off.
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Foglamp control (if equipped)The headlamp control also operates
the foglamps. The foglamps can be
turned on only when the headlamp
control is in the
and
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light
will illuminate if the
ignition is in the RUN position.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
•the ignition must be in the ON position and
•the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
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Foglamp control (if equipped)The headlamp control also operates
the foglamps. The foglamps can be
turned on only when the headlamp
control is in the
and
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light
will illuminate if the
ignition is in the RUN position.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
•the ignition must be in the ON position and
•the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
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PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.
Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.
Move the control to the full down position, past detent, to prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified service technician.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
•In DRL equipped vehicles, use of
the turn signals will shut off the
highbeams in daytime driving.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome/Map lamps (if equipped)
The map lamps and controls are
located on the dome lamp. Press the
controls on either side of each map
lamp to activate the lamps.
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PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.
Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.
Move the control to the full down position, past detent, to prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified service technician.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
•In DRL equipped vehicles, use of
the turn signals will shut off the
highbeams in daytime driving.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome/Map lamps (if equipped)
The map lamps and controls are
located on the dome lamp. Press the
controls on either side of each map
lamp to activate the lamps.
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Rear courtesy/reading lamps
•Second row courtesy/reading lamp
•Third row courtesy/reading lamp
The courtesy lamps light when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy
lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF.
The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker control.
Rear dome lamp
The dome lamp lights when:
•any door is opened (and switch is
in middle position).
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is held up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is OFF (and switch is in the middle
position).
With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the rear dome lamp can
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Rear courtesy/reading lamps
•Second row courtesy/reading lamp
•Third row courtesy/reading lamp
The courtesy lamps light when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy
lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF.
The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker control.
Rear dome lamp
The dome lamp lights when:
•any door is opened (and switch is
in middle position).
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is held up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
•any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is OFF (and switch is in the middle
position).
With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position, the rear dome lamp can
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BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:
•Headlamps
•High-mount brakelamp
•Brakelamps
•Turn signal lamps
•License plate lamp
•Tail lamps
•Back-up lampsDo not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with
new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance.Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must
be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for
Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe
visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 9007
Park/turn lamp 2 3157 AK
Sidemarker lamp 2 194
Foglamp 2 899
Tail/stop lamp 2 3157 K
Backup lamp 2 3156K
High-mount brakelamp 3 912
Rear dome lamp 1 921
Map/dome lamp 2 578
Second row reading lamp 2 578
Third row reading lamp 2 211-2
License lamp 2 168
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
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BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:
•Headlamps
•High-mount brakelamp
•Brakelamps
•Turn signal lamps
•License plate lamp
•Tail lamps
•Back-up lampsDo not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with
new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance.Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must
be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for
Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe
visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 9007
Park/turn lamp 2 3157 AK
Sidemarker lamp 2 194
Foglamp 2 899
Tail/stop lamp 2 3157 K
Backup lamp 2 3156K
High-mount brakelamp 3 912
Rear dome lamp 1 921
Map/dome lamp 2 578
Second row reading lamp 2 578
Third row reading lamp 2 211-2
License lamp 2 168
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
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Interior bulbs
Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
•dome lamps
•map lamps
•second row reading lamps
•third row reading lamp
For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
4. Remove bulb retainer ring by
turning it counterclockwise about
14
turn, then slide the ring off the
plastic base.
5. Without turning, carefully pull
bulb out of headlamp assembly.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
6. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly.
When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, push the bulb into the
lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp
assembly.
7. Install bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring into
the socket by turning it clockwise until you feel a “stop.”
8. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until
it “snaps.”
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Interior bulbs
Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
•dome lamps
•map lamps
•second row reading lamps
•third row reading lamp
For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
4. Remove bulb retainer ring by
turning it counterclockwise about
14
turn, then slide the ring off the
plastic base.
5. Without turning, carefully pull
bulb out of headlamp assembly.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
6. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly.
When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, push the bulb into the
lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp
assembly.
7. Install bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring into
the socket by turning it clockwise until you feel a “stop.”
8. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until
it “snaps.”
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Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the two screws and
carefully disengage parking
lamp/turn signal assembly from the
vehicle.
4. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise about
14turn and
remove from lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
the socket and push in the new
bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Align the lamp assembly on the
vehicle.
8. Install two screws on parking
lamp/turn signal assembly.
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Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the two screws and
carefully disengage parking
lamp/turn signal assembly from the
vehicle.
4. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise about
14turn and
remove from lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
the socket and push in the new
bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Align the lamp assembly on the
vehicle.
8. Install two screws on parking
lamp/turn signal assembly.
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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Rotate the foglamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove from
foglamp (the rear side of the
foglamp is shown).
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs
The tail lamp/turn/backup lamp
bulbs are located in the same
portion of the tail lamp assembly,
one just below the other. Follow the
same steps to replace either bulb:
1. Remove the four screws and the
lamp assembly from vehicle.
2. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise about
14turn and
remove from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
5. Install the lamp assembly and
secure with four screws.
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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Rotate the foglamp bulb
counterclockwise and remove from
foglamp (the rear side of the
foglamp is shown).
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs
The tail lamp/turn/backup lamp
bulbs are located in the same
portion of the tail lamp assembly,
one just below the other. Follow the
same steps to replace either bulb:
1. Remove the four screws and the
lamp assembly from vehicle.
2. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise about
14turn and
remove from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in the
new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
5. Install the lamp assembly and
secure with four screws.
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Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
To remove the brakelamp assembly:
1. Remove the two screws and lamp
assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from
lamp assembly by rotating it 45
degrees.
3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
socket and push in the new bulb.
To install the brakelamp assembly:
1. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate 45 degrees.
2. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb socket.
2. Twist the socket counterclockwise
and remove.
3. Pull out the old bulb from socket
and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning it clockwise.
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Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
To remove the brakelamp assembly:
1. Remove the two screws and lamp
assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from
lamp assembly by rotating it 45
degrees.
3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of
socket and push in the new bulb.
To install the brakelamp assembly:
1. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate 45 degrees.
2. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb socket.
2. Twist the socket counterclockwise
and remove.
3. Pull out the old bulb from socket
and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning it clockwise.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLSRotate the windshield wiper control
to the desired interval, low or high
speed position.
The bars of varying length are for
intermittent wipers. When in this
position rotate the control upward
for fast intervals and downward for
slow intervals.
Push (tap) the end of the stalk
briefly for a single swipe (no wash).
Push and hold the end of the stalk
to activate washer. The wash cycle
will continue for up to ten seconds
or until released. After release,
there will be three clearing wipes.
Speed dependent wipers
When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings,
speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speed
changes.
Rear window wiper/washer controls
For rear wiper operation, rotate the
rear window wiper and washer
control to the desired position.
Select:
INT 1 — 3.5 second interval rear
wiper.
INT 2 — 10.5 second interval rear
wiper.
OFF — Rear wiper and washer off.
For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer
control to either
position.
From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT2 or
OFF position.
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLSRotate the windshield wiper control
to the desired interval, low or high
speed position.
The bars of varying length are for
intermittent wipers. When in this
position rotate the control upward
for fast intervals and downward for
slow intervals.
Push (tap) the end of the stalk
briefly for a single swipe (no wash).
Push and hold the end of the stalk
to activate washer. The wash cycle
will continue for up to ten seconds
or until released. After release,
there will be three clearing wipes.
Speed dependent wipers
When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings,
speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speed
changes.
Rear window wiper/washer controls
For rear wiper operation, rotate the
rear window wiper and washer
control to the desired position.
Select:
INT 1 — 3.5 second interval rear
wiper.
INT 2 — 10.5 second interval rear
wiper.
OFF — Rear wiper and washer off.
For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer
control to either
position.
From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT2 or
OFF position.
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