FORD EXPEDITION 2005 2.G Quick Reference Guide

May 2004
First Printing
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Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
18003923673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 18002325952)
This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner’s
Guide which contains more detailed information concerning the features of
your vehicle, as well as important safety warnings designed to help reduce
the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Please read your entire Owner’s
Guide carefully as you begin learning about your new vehicle and refer to
the appropriate chapters when questions arise.
All information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the
time of duplication. We reserve the right to change features, operation
and/or functionality of any vehicle specification at any time. Your Ford dealer
is the best source for the most current information.
For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

(if equipped)
For information on other types of radios,
please refer to your Owner’s Guide.
Scan Function– In radio mode, press
to hear a sampling of all listenable
stations. In CD mode, press to hear abrief sampling of all selections on the
current CD.
CD/AUX – Press to select CD/AUX modes.
No CD will display if there is not a CD
present in the audio system. If a disc is
loaded, there will be a number (16)
inside the circle on the display.
Loading CD– Press LOAD to open the
CD door, then load a CD into the player.
Press LOAD and then a preset number to
select a slot. Press and hold LOAD toactivate autoload.
Volume/Power Control – Push the
control to turn the audio system on or
off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. The speedsensitive volume
feature automatically adjusts radio
volume in accordance with vehicle speed
to compensate for road and wind noise.
To engage, press and hold the volume
control for five seconds (with the radio
on), then simultaneously press SEL tochoose the compensation level.
AM/FM Select – In radio mode, press
AM/FM to select AM or FM frequency
bands. In CD mode, press AM/FM to stop
play and begin radio play.
Satellite – Your Audiophile radio comes
equipped with satelliteready capability.
The kit to enable satellite reception is
available through your Ford dealer.
Detailed satellite instructions are included
with the dealerinstalled kit.
Disc/Tune CAT– In radio mode, press to
move to the next frequency up or down
the band. In CD mode, press to select a
disc in the CD player. CAT is only availablewhen equipped with satellite radio. The
kit to enable satellite reception is available
through your Ford dealer. Detailed
satellite instructions are included with the
dealerinstalled kit.
Digital Signal Processing– Press DSP and
then SEL to choose the desired signal
mode (DSP OFF, NEWS, JAZZ CLUB, HALL,
CHURCH, STADIUM).
Seek Function– In radio mode, press to
move to the next listenable station up or
down the band. In CD mode, press to
select the next/previous track on the
current disc.
Setting the Clock– Press MENU until
SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is
displayed. Press SEL to set the time. PressMENU again to disengage the clock mode.
Setting Memory Preset Stations– Select
AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then select a
station. Next, press and hold a numbered
control until the sound returns.
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CAUTION: DO NOT USE CD WITH ADHESIVE LABEL*
* CDs with adhesive labels and irregularly shaped CDs may get stuck in the CD player. Homemade
CDs should be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels.

Folding the Outboard
Seats to a Load Floor Position
To fold the seats to a load floor position, lift
the lever (lever 1) located on the outboard
side of the seat to release the seat back.
Ensure that the seat back is locked in the
down position by applying pressure to it. To
lower the seat further to the fullylowered
position for maximum cargo capacity, locate
the pull strap at the front of the seat, then
pull forward to release the seat into a kneeldown load floor position. A moderate
force may be required to move the seat
forward and down.
Exiting the Third Row Seat
Pull up on the lever (lever 2) located at the
back of the second row seat. First, the seat
back will fold forward to the cushion, then
the seat will flip forward.
To return the seat to the upright position,
push the seat down and back until it is
latched to the floor. Then, lift the seat back
to the upright position.
Before folding the second row seats, ensure that the head restraints are fully lowered
and that all items have been removed from in front of and on the seats.
Entering the Third Row Seat
Pull up on the lever (lever 1) located on the side
of either outboard second row seat until the
seat back folds forward to the cushion. Pull up
on the lever (lever 2) located on the back of the
seat. The seat will then flip forward. lever 1
pull strap
lever 2

To lower the liftgate glass, push the button
(figure a) under the center of the license platelamp shield.
To open the liftgate, place your hand on top of
the liftgate handle (figure b) and pull. Do not
pull the handle from the bottom. To close, make
certain the liftgate glass is closed, and then push
the liftgate closed until it latches securely.
Do not open the liftgate or liftgate glass in a
garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling.
You can also unlock/lock the liftgate and liftgate
glass using your remote entry system.
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Folding the 20% Middle Seat (if equipped)
to a Load Floor Position
To fold the seat, pull the release strap
located between the seat cushion and the seat
back to release the folding seat latch. With the
latch released, the seat back can be lowered into
the load floor position.
release
strap
figure a
figure bReturning the Seats to the Upright Position From the
FullyLowered Floor Position
The seat back cannot be returned to the upright position
until the seat is returned from the kneeldown position.
To return the seat to the upright position, lift and pull the
seat rearward until the latch is engaged. Do not attempt
to unlatch the rear floor hooks while the seat is in the
kneeldown position.
With the seat in the flat back position, lift up on the
lever (lever 1) located on the side of the seat
cushion. This will allow the seat back to be lifted to
the upright locked position.
lever 1

Fuel Tank Capacity– Your vehicle’s fuel tank can accommodate 28 gallons (106L) of
gasoline. Your vehicle is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2
octane rating of 87 for optimum performance. The use of gasoline with lower octane
ratings may degrade performance.
Tire Pressure– Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the
recommended specifications found on the Certification Label located on the front door
latch pillar on the driver’s side. Please check your tire pressure during routine maintenance
and seasonal changes and when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning indicator (ifequipped)is illuminated.
Warning:Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling
and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. See “Additional Features”
on reverse side for more information.
Fuses– If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. For
more information about changing a fuse, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
Fuel Pump ShutOff Switch – After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the
fuel pump shutoff switch may have to be reset. The switch is located in the left rear
quarter trim panel, near the liftgate. For complete details on resetting the switch, please
consult your Owner’s Guide.
Changing the Tires– If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to
a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be
used as a spare or a regular tire.
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
Item Location
Spare Tire Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper
Jack Tools and Under the access panel, located in the floor
Jacking Instructions compartment behind the third row seat
Roadside Emergencies– To fully assist you if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate
from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available 24 hours a day, seven days
a week for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) or Basic Warranty period
(Canada) of three years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km). Roadside assistance will cover:
Changing a flat tire Jumpstarts Limited fuel delivery
Lockout assistance Towing of your vehicle
Roadside Assistance Centers
Country Phone Number
United States (800) 2413673
Canada (800) 6652006
For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, please consult the Roadside
Emergencies chapter, or the Customer Assistance chapter in your Owner’s Guide.
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2005
EXPEDITION
2005
model
Quick Reference Guide
2005 MODEL EXPEDITION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

In order to help you fully appreciate the
countless features of your new Expedition,
we invite you to explore this easytouse
Quick Reference Guide.
This vehicle handles differently from an
ordinary passenger car in driving
conditions which may occur on streets
and highways and offroad. DRIVE
WITH CARE AND WEAR A SAFETY BELT AT ALL TIMES. Ford urges
you to read the Owner’s Guide and Driving Your SUV or Truck
Supplement for further information on safe driving precautions
and instructions.
EXPEDITION
Quick Reference Guide
2005 2005model

Service Engine Soon Lamp
Illuminates briefly to ensure the
system is functional. If the light
comes on after the engine is
started, refer to your Owner’s Guide.
To help prevent activation, always secure
your fuel cap by turning it clockwise 1/8 of a
turn until it stops.
Please note that if the fuel cap is not properly
secured, the warning "Check Fuel Cap" will be
displayed on the optional message center. The
warning will be reset once the cap is properly
tightened and your vehicle is driven a shortdistance. If your vehicle is not equipped with a
message center, the Service Engine Soon lampwill illuminate.
ABS Warning Lamp
Illuminates briefly when the ignition
is turned to the ON position. In an
emergency, apply continuous force
on the brake to prevent wheel lock
when braking on slippery surfaces do
notpump your brakes. Any pulsation or noise you
may feel or hear is normal.
Hazard Flasher Control
Press to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously
in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle
breakdown, approaching danger, etc. Press the
control again to turn the flashers off. The hazard
flashers can be operated when the ignition is off.
Message Center (if equipped)
Please see Additional Features for more details.
Air Flow Adjust
You can direct or shut off the air flow from the
instrument panel registers. Turn the satin steel
portion on the round register module clockwise
to close the air vents, or counterclockwise toopen the air vents. Push and move the vent
knob in the direction you wish to adjust
the airflow.
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Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Control
Rotate clockwise to
the first position to
turn on the parking
lamps. Rotate to the
second position to also
turn on the headlamps. Rotate counterclockwiseto activate autolamp, which provides light
sensitive automatic onoff control of the
exterior lights and keeps them on for a short
period of time after the ignition is turned
OFF. When the control is in any position
except high beams or off, pull the control
toward you to activate the foglamps.
Turn Signal and Wiper/Washer Control
Push down
to activatethe left
turn signal,
or up to activate the right turn signal. On
Eddie Bauer vehicles, the lower portion of
the corresponding side view mirror will blink
to provide an additional warning to other
drivers that your vehicle is about to turn.
For front wiper operation, rotate the ring
on the left to the desired interval, low orhighspeed position. When in the
intermittent position, rotate the control up
for fast or down for slow intervals. The
speedsensitive feature also allows the wipers
to adjust automatically as the vehicle’s speed
changes when the wiper control is set on the
intermittent settings. Push the end of thestalk briefly for a single wipe (no wash).
Push and hold to activate the washer.
The ring on the right operates the rear
window wiper. Rotate the control to INT 2
(slow interval), INT 1 (fast interval), or washer position.
For extended wiper blade quality, occasional
cleaning of the wiper blades is required.
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Audiophile SatelliteReady
InDash Six CD Radio (if equipped)
Please see reverse side for more details.
Rear Window Defroster
Press to activate rear window defrost. The
rear defrost indicator will illuminate. When
in operation, the rear window defroster
also defrosts the side view mirrors. The rear
window defroster will automatically turn
off after approximately 10 minutes of
operation. Press the control again to
reengage if needed.
Control Trac FourWheel Drive Control (if equipped)
2H (2WD HIGH) delivers power to
the rear wheels only, and is the
optimum position for
smoothness and fuel economy.
A4WD (4X4 AUTO) automatically
delivers power to all four wheels,
as required, for increased traction. 4H (4X4
HIGH) provides mechanically locked fourwheeldrive power to all four wheels. 4L (4X4 LOW)
provides mechanically locked fourwheel drive
when extra power at reduced speeds is required.
To shift from 2H to A4WD or 4H, move the
control at any forward speed up to 55 mph
(88 km/h). To shift from A4WD to 4H, move the
control at a stop or while driving at any speed. To
shift to or from 4L, bring the vehicle to a stop and
keep the brake pedal depressed. Next, place thegearshift in N (Neutral), and then move the
control to 4L.
When shifting from one fourwheel drive position
to the next, a mechanical noise may be heard. This
is normal and no service should be required.
Gearshift/Overdrive Control
Overdrive is the normal drive
position for the best fuel
economy. Only deactivate
(O/D OFF) overdrive when:
drivingwith a heavy load,
towing a trailer up ordown steep hills, or when
additional engine braking is desired. To
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deactivate, press the switch located on the end
of the gearshift lever.
Note:The transmission shift strategy will
slightly delay transmission upshifts in cold
weather to decrease the time required to
warm up the engine and produce heat in
the passenger compartment.
Steering Wheel Controls (if equipped)
For audio control operation, press the
control with the musical note to select
which media to play. Depending on the
mode, press MEM to select a preset station,the next selection on a tape, or the nexttrack on a disc. Use VOL to adjust volume.
For climate control operation, press TMP up
or down to adjust temperature. Press the
control with the fan icon up or down toadjust fan speed.
Speed Control
To operate, the speed control
must be ON and the vehicle
speed must be greater than
30 mph (48 km/h). To set a
speed, press SET +. To set a
higher speed, press SET +
again. To set a lower
speed, press CST .
Pressing RES will return to
a previously set speed. To
turn the speed control off,
press the OFF button, or depress the brakepedal to disengage.
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
Press and hold the rocker control
to adjust the accelerator and
brake pedal toward you or away
from you. Adjust the pedals
only when the vehicle is stopped
and the gearshift lever is in the
P (Park) position.
Hood Release
Pull the hood release handle toward you.
Next, release the auxiliary latch located
under the front center of the hood. Lift thehood until the lift cylinders hold it open.
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2Turn Signal and
Wiper/Washer
Control
3Service Engine
Soon Lamp
ABS
Warning Lamp
13Speed
Control
5Hazard
Flasher
Control
15Hood
Release
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14Power Adjustable
Foot Pedals
1Headlamp
and Panel
Dimmer Control