air conditioning FORD EXPEDITION 2003 2.G Owners Manual

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 19
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 19
AM/FM stereo with CD 37
Rear seat controls 51
Rear seat entertainment system 57
Climate Controls 69
Manual heating and air conditioning 69
Electronic automatic temperature control 72
Lights 81
Headlamps 81
Turn signal control 84
Bulb replacement 86
Driver Controls 92
Windshield wiper/washer control 92
Power windows 99
Speed control 103
Message center 114
Locks and Security 128
Keys 128
Locks 128
Anti-theft system 129
Table of Contents
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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1. Temperature control
2. Mode selector control
3. A/C control
4. Rear defrost control
5. Fan speed control
Fan speed control
Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.
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•(Floor & Defrost)–Distributes outside air through the floor
ducts, windshield defroster ducts and the side window demisters.
However, the A/C indicator will not be lit. The air distributed through
the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than that sent to the windshield
defroster ducts and the side window demisters.
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(Defrost)–Distributes outside air through the windshield
defroster ducts and the side window demisters. However, the A/C
indicator will not be lit. This mode will clear ice and fog from the
windshield.
Since the air conditioner removes moisture from the air, it is
considered normal operation if water drips on the ground under
the air conditioner drain.
A/C control
A/C
Used to manually enable or disable the operation of the air conditioning
in all modes except Floor & Defrost, Defrost and Max A/C.
When manual A/C is selected (On) the indicator will be lit. When manual
A/C is selected (Off) the indicator will not be lit.
In Floor & Defrost and Defrost, if the outside temperature is above
approximately 2°C (35°F), the air conditioner will automatically
dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. The A/C indicator will not
illuminate.
When placed in Max A/C, the A/C indicator will automatically illuminate
and cannot be manually disabled.
Operating tips
•To reduce fogging in humid weather conditions, unless in Defrost or
Floor and Defrost, press the A/C control before driving as the air
conditioning removes moisture from the air. To reduce humidity
buildup inside the vehicle under warm weather conditions, do not
drive with the climate control system in the Off mode.
•To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under cold weather
conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in Max A/C or
Off mode.
•Under normal weather conditions, do not leave your vehicle in the
Max A/C or Off mode when turning off the vehicle.
•Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leave your vehicle in the
Max A/C or Off mode when turning off the ignition.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the exterior base of the
windshield.
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Fan speed ()
When in automatic operation, fan
speed operates as necessary to
achieve the selected temperature. If
desired, the fan speed can be
adjusted manually through the use
of the fan speed control. When the
fan speed is controlled while in
automatic operation, the AUTO
indicator will remain lit and the
system will remain in automatic operation. To return to automatic fan
operation, press AUTO.
A/C control
Used to manually enable or disable
the air conditioning in all modes
except Defrost and Floor & Defrost.
The A/C will only function if the
outside temperature is above 2°C
(35°F). In Defrost and Floor &
Defrost, the A/C will operate
automatically if the outside
temperature is above 2°C (35°F).
The A/C indicator will not be lit.
In automatic operation, the air conditioning operates as necessary to
achieve the selected temperature and the A/C indicator will be lit. If
desired, the air conditioning can be controlled manually through the use
of the A/C control. When the air conditioning is controlled while in
automatic operation, the AUTO indicator will remain lit and the system
will remain in automatic operation. To return to automatic air
conditioning operation, press AUTO.
Since the air conditioner removes moisture from the air, it is considered
normal operation if clear water drips on the ground under the air
conditioner drain.
AUTO
OFF
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Recirculation control
Used to manually enable or disable
the operation of recirculated air in
all modes except Defrost. When the
air conditioning is operating,
recirculated air helps to reduce the
amount of time required to cool the
inside of the vehicle. Recirculated
air will reduce undesirable odors
from entering the vehicle.
The recirculation control cannot be selected in Defrost as interior
fogging may occur. To reduce the risk of fogging while in Floor &
Defrost, the recirculation control can be enabled for approximately 4
minutes and the recirculated air indicator will be lit. After approximately
4 minutes of recirculated air operation while in Floor & Defrost, the
EATC will automatically disable the recirculated air and the recirculated
air indicator will not be lit.
In automatic operation, recirculated air operates automatically as
necessary to achieve the selected temperature. If desired, the
recirculated air can be controlled manually through the use of the
recirculated air control. When the recirculated air is controlled while in
automatic operation, the AUTO indicator will remain lit and the system
will remain in automatic operation. To return to automatic recirculated
air, press AUTO.
Under cold or damp conditions, do not leave the climate control system
in recirculated air for extended periods of time as this may cause interior
fogging of the windows.
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Operating tips
•To reduce fogging in humid weather conditions, unless in Defrost and
Floor & Defrost, press the A/C control before driving as the air
conditioning removes moisture form the air.
•To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather
conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF
position.
•To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather
conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the
recirculation mode or OFF mode.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the exterior base of the
windshield.
•To increase the efficiency of the A/C, drive with the windows slightly
open for 2–3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been
“aired out.”
•Do not place objects under the front seat or over the defroster ducts.
They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or degrade the
performance of your climate control system.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROLS
The auxiliary climate control feature
provides increased capacity to
quickly heat or cool the vehicle.
Auxiliary climate controls are
located in the first row overhead
console
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and in the floor console on the back
of the front row console.
The auxiliary climate control system is dependent on the main climate
control system. If the main climate control system is in the Off position,
the auxiliary climate control will not operate. If the main climate control
system is on, the auxiliary air will not be cooled unless the air
conditioning is functioning on the main climate control system.
The auxiliary unit can be controlled either by the front seat using
the front auxiliary control or by the rear seat passenger(s) using
the rear auxiliary control but not both. To control the auxiliary
unit using the rear control, the front control must be in the
REAR position.
FAN SPEED CONTROL
Controls the fan speed in the rear of
the vehicle.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the rear of the vehicle.
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Compass zone adjustment
1.
Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone map.
2. Turn ignition to the ON position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the TRIP/RESET button
(near your odometer display), hold
for six seconds and release. You will
see that ZONE appears in the
instrument cluster display.
5. Press and release the button until
the desired zone number appears.
Note:
The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and“wraps”back to 01.
6. When you get to the desired ZONE number, hold the TRIP/RESET
button down to“lock in”the new value.
The cluster display will return to the“normal”mode when the
TRIP/RESET button has not been pressed for 6 seconds.
Compass calibration adjustment
Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and
high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.
1. Start the vehicle.
2. To enter the compass calibration
mode, press and hold the
TRIP/RESET button for greater than
eight seconds. The display will then
show CAL in the display window.
3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until
CAL indicator turns off. As many as 5 complete circles may be required.
4. The compass is now calibrated.
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Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer toCompass zone/calibration
adjustment.
Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer toCompass zone/calibration adjustment.
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air
conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.
1. Determine your magnetic zone by
referring to the zone map.
2. Turn ignition to the ON position.
3. Start the engine.
4. From Info menu, select the
Compass/Odometer function. (Do
not select Trip, DTE, or AFE. The
top of the message center must be
blank).
5. Press and hold the SETUP and
RESET controls until the message
center display changes to show the
current zone setting (xx).
6. Press the SETUP control
repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is
displayed on the message center. The range of zone values are from 01
to 15 and“wraps”back to 01.
7. To exit the zone setting mode,
and to‘‘lock-in’’your change, press
and release the RESET control.
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.
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3. If the temperature is below -12°C (10°F) and the engine does not
start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10
seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key to
START position.
4. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator
pedal gradually as the engine speeds up.
5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and
drive.
Using the engine block heater (if equipped)
Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a
region where temperatures reach -23°C (-10°F) or below. For best
results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle.
The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle.
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
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