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Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are
safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.
Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your
vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough
braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your
dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a
ball with a one inch (25.4 mm) shank diameter. The bumper has a 5,000
lb. (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb. (227 kg) tongue weight capacity.
If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position, a
frame-mounted trailer hitch must be installed.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, activate the Tow/Haul (if
equipped) feature. This will also assist in transmission cooling. (For
additional information, refer to theUnderstanding the positions of
the 5–speed automatic transmissionsection in this chapter.
•Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
•Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transmission gearshift
lever and allows key removal.
3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift
lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal
being depressed.
When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the
automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted
vehicle movement, always set the parking brake.
4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
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•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
•Turn the key to 4(ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a
light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.
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•auto-manual hub locks can be
manually overridden by rotating
the hub lock control from AUTO
to LOCK if desired.
•automatic operation of the
hub locks is recommended,and
will increase fuel economy
•For proper operation, make
sure that the arrow and the
indicator dot on the hub are
aligned, and that both hub
locks are set the same (both
set to AUTO or both set to
LOCK).
4WD system indicator lights
The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following
conditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your
Ford dealer as soon as possible.
•4x4- momentarily illuminates
after the engine is started.
Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High)
or 4L (4x4 Low) is engaged.
•LOW RANGE–momentarily
illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position.
Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is
engaged.
Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped)
Positions of the electronic shift system
The electronic shift 4WD system is designed to allow up to 45
seconds before a shift command is performed. In the event that
conflicting shift commands are selected, allow up to 45 seconds
for the shift command to be performed prior to reporting any
shift concerns to your dealer.
Note:Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages.
This is normal.
2H (2WD High)–For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear
wheels only.
4x4
LOW
RANGE
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On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When theCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight illuminates, the OBD-II system has
detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause yourCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight should turn off. (A
driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight remains on, have your
vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If yourCheck engine/Service engine
soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a“not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle
through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic
appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is made from high
quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and
safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any
properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to be defective in
factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as
well as any component damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory
will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new
vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your
New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)
(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the
warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for
your vehicle. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a
complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle,
please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Fender flares
Front end covers
Grille inserts
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Running boards
Splash guards
Step Bars
Wheels
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Exhaust fumes ..........................171
F
Fail safe cooling ........................237
Fluid capacities .........................256
Foglamps .....................................50
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......184
description ..............................185
driving off road .......................187
electronic shift ................184–185
indicator light .........................185
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................175
Fuel ............................................239
calculating fuel economy .......243
cap ...........................................241
capacity ...................................256
choosing the right fuel ...........241
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................246
detergent in fuel .....................243
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................239, 241, 243
filter, specifications ........243, 255
fuel pump shut-off switch .....197
improving fuel economy ........243
octane rating ...................242, 262
quality ......................................242
running out of fuel .................243
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................239
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......197
Fuses ..................................198–199
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Garage door opener ....................63Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................77
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............241
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................243
Gauges .........................................13
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................197
Head restraints .........................101
Headlamps ...................................49
aiming ........................................51
autolamp system .......................49
bulb specifications ....................54
daytime running lights .............50
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................50
replacing bulbs ...................55–56
turning on and off ....................49
Heating
heater only system ...................47
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................42–43, 45
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................77
Hood ..........................................226
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Ignition ...............................168, 262
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................124
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................248
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Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................51
J
Jack ............................................140
positioning ...............................140
storage .....................................140
Jump-starting your vehicle ......204
K
Keyless entry system .................90
Keys
positions of the ignition .........168
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................49
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................54
daytime running light ...............50
fog lamps ...................................50
headlamps .................................49
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps .....................53–55
replacing bulbs ....... 54–56, 58–59
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................52
Liftgate ........................................82
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........172
speed control ............................72
Load limits .................................156
Loading instructions .................162Locks
childproof ..................................85
doors ..........................................84
Lubricant specifications ...259, 262
Lug nuts ....................................146
Luggage rack ...............................83
Lumbar support, seats .........98–99
M
Message center ...........................73
english/metric button ...............74
menu button .............................74
Mirrors ...................................62, 66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................69
heated ........................................67
side view mirrors (power) .......67
signal .........................................68
Motorcraft parts ................243, 255
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Octane rating ............................242
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................228
Overdrive .....................................62
P
Parking brake ............................173
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....255
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................70
Power adjustable foot
pedals .....................................70, 98
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................199
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safety practices .......................153
sidewall information ...............146
snow tires and chains ............156
spare tire .................................140
terminology .............................135
tire grades ...............................135
treadwear ........................134, 152
Towing .......................................163
recreational towing .................167
trailer towing ..........................163
wrecker ....................................209
Traction-lok rear axle ...............175
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................253
Transmission .............................176
automatic operation .................62
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....176
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................250
fluid, refill capacities ..............256
lubricant specifications ..259, 262
Turn signal ..................................52
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................262Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN)
..........................................264
Vehicle loading
..........................156
Ventilating your vehicle
...........172
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................227
Water, Driving through
.............195
Windows
power
.........................................65
rear wiper/washer
.....................60
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................60
checking and adding fluid
.....227
liftgate reservoir
.....................228
replacing wiper blades
.............61
Wrecker towing
.........................209
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