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4. To attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm, align the cross pin and
keyway (denoted with the arrows)
and firmly press the wiper blade
into the wiper arm until an audible
snap is heard.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the
engine oil level dipstick.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.
•If the oil level iswithin this
range,the oil level is acceptable.
DO NOT ADD OIL.
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•If the oil level isbelow this
mark,engineoil must be added
to raise the level within the
normal operating range.
•If required, add engine oil to the
engine. Refer toAdding engine
oilin this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine
with oil. Oil levels above this
mark may cause engine
damage.If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be
removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
upper hole or the MAX mark on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until the cap is fully seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD
FILL RANGE” in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records
during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change
a number of variables and improve your fuel economy.
Habits
•Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
•Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
•Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
•Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
•Slow down gradually.
•Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]).
•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Fuel tank (Standard)28.0 gallons
(106.0L)——
Fuel tank
(Expedition EL – U.S. only)33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
Fuel tank
(Expedition Max – Canada
only)33.5 gallons
(126.8L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
SP should only use MERCON
SP fluid. Use of a
dual usage fluid in an automatic transmission requiring MERCON
SP may cause transmission
damage. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval.
Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.5Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent for complete refill of Ford
Limited Slip rear axles.6Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated
for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
the axle has been submerged in water.
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in rear seat ......................217, 220
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................213
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............337
instrument panel ....................339
interior .....................................340
plastic parts ............................338
washing ....................................335
waxing .....................................336
wheels ......................................337
wiper blades ............................338
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................33
AM/FM/CD .................................26
Compass, electronic ..................124
calibration ...............................125
set zone adjustment .......124, 134
Console ......................................102
overhead ..........................101–102
Controls
power seat ...............................174
steering column ......................115
Coolant
checking and adding ..............354
refill capacities ................358, 376
specifications ..........................376
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................112
Customer Assistance ................300
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................332
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................333
Getting roadside assistance ...300
Getting the service you
need .........................................328
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................334Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................332
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................88
Defrost
rear window ..............................86
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................372
engine oil .................................349
Driving under special
conditions ..................285, 294, 297
sand .........................................296
snow and ice ...........................298
through water .................296, 299
DVD system .................................48
E
Electronic message
center .................................122, 132
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................319
Emission control system ..........368
Engine ........................................379
cleaning ...................................337
coolant .....................................354
fail-safe cooling .......................358
idle speed control ...................352
lubrication specifications .......376
refill capacities ........................376
service points ..........................346
starting after a collision .........302
Engine block heater .................268
Engine oil ..................................349
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change oil soon warning,
message center .......................349
checking and adding ..............349
dipstick ....................................349
filter, specifications ........351, 375
recommendations ...................351
refill capacities ........................376
specifications ..........................376
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................268
F
Fail safe cooling ........................358
Family entertainment system ....48
Floor mats .................................145
Fluid capacities .........................376
Foglamps .....................................87
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......290
control trac .............................290
description ..............................291
driving off road .......................293
indicator light .........................290
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................279
Fuel ............................................360
calculating fuel
economy ..................123, 135, 365
cap ...........................................362
capacity ...................................376
choosing the right fuel ...........363
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................368
detergent in fuel .....................365
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................360, 362, 365
filter, specifications ........360, 375
fuel pump shut-off switch .....302
improving fuel economy ........365
octane rating ...................364, 379quality ......................................364
running out of fuel .................365
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................360
Fuses ..................................303–304
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............362
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................365
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................301
Headlamps ...................................87
aiming ........................................89
autolamp system .......................87
bulb specifications ....................92
daytime running lights .............88
flash to pass ..............................88
high beam .................................88
replacing bulbs .........................93
turning on and off ....................87
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........76–77
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................118
Hood ..........................................345
How to get going ........................20
I
Ignition ...............................265, 379
Illuminated visor mirror ...........100
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................216
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................370
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................339
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................89
J
Jack ............................................310
positioning ...............................310
storage .....................................310
Jump-starting your vehicle ......319
K
Keyless entry system ...............165
autolock ...................................152
keypad .....................................166
locking and unlocking doors ..167
programming entry code .......166
Keys ...................................167–169
positions of the ignition .........265
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................87
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................92
daytime running light ...............88
fog lamps ...................................87
headlamps .................................87
headlamps, flash to pass ..........88
instrument panel, dimming .....89
interior lamps .....................91, 93
replacing bulbs ...................93, 96
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................90
Liftgate ..............146, 149, 158–159Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........271
Limited-slip axle .......................279
Load limits .................................250
Loading instructions .................256
Locks
autolock ...................................152
childproof ................................156
doors ........................................152
Lubricant specifications ...........376
Lug nuts ....................................318
Lumbar support, seats .....173–174
M
Message center .................122, 132
english/metric button .....128, 140
system check button ......127, 140
warning messages ...........129, 141
Mirrors ...............................107–108
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................107
fold away .................................109
heated ..............................109–110
programmable memory ..........161
signal .......................................110
Moon roof ..................................117
Motorcraft parts ........343, 360, 375
N
Navigation system .......................75
O
Octane rating ............................364
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................349
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