tow FORD EXPEDITION 2021 Owners Manual

Troubleshooting Tips
Action
Cause
Message
No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
Radio requires more than two
seconds to produce audio for
the selected channel.
Acquiring Signal
If this message does not clear
shortly, or with an ignition key
cycle, your receiver may have
a fault. See an authorized
dealer for service.
There is an internal module or
system failure present.
Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.
The channel is no longer avail-
able.
Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to subscribe to the
channel, or tune to another
channel.
Your subscription does not
include this channel.
Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the Siri-
usXM satellite or SiriusXM
tower to your vehicle antenna.
Satellite acquiring
signal\b
No action required. The
process may take up to three
minutes.
Update of channel program-
ming in progress.
Updating\b
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve subscrip-
tion issues.
Your satellite service is no
longer available.
Questions? Call 1-
888-539-7474
Use the channel guide or the
Sirius XM Settings tile to turn
off the Lock or Skip function on
that station.
All the channels in the selected
category are either skipped or
locked.
None found. Check
channel guide.
No action required.
SiriusXM has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.
SIRIUS Subscription
updated
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)
To activate HD radio, please see the Radio
Settings in the Settings Chapter. See
Settings (page 465). Note:
HD Radio broadcasts are not
available in all markets.
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Setting a Destination Using the Map
Screen
Re-center the map.
A
Selected location.
B
3D map rotation. Swipe left or
right.
C
Start route guidance.
D
Destination name.
E
Select the location on the map.
Select Start to begin route guidance.
Changing the Format of the Map
Display the map in one of the following
formats:
• A two-dimensional map with the
direction you are traveling toward the
top of the screen.
• A two-dimensional map with north
toward the top of the screen.
• A three-dimensional map with the
direction you are traveling toward the
front. Zoom
Display more or less detail on the map.
Note:
You can use pinch gestures to zoom
in and out. Place two fingers on the screen
and move them apart to zoom in. Place two
fingers on the screen and bring them
together to zoom out.
Route Guidance Turn indicator. Select to hear the
last voice prompt.
A
Point of interest.
B
Estimated time of arrival,
distance to destination or time
to destination.
C
Current road.
D
Mute guidance prompts.
E
Cancel route guidance.
F
Note: To change guidance prompt volume,
turn the volume control when a guidance
prompt plays.
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AE297560

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD
PROTECT EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
Ford Protect Extended Service
Plans (U.S. Only)
Ford Protect extended service plan means
peace of mind. It’
s the extended service
plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and
provides more protection beyond the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. When
you visit your Ford Dealer, Insist on Ford
Protect extended service plans!
Ford Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One trip to the Service Center could easily
exceed the price of your Ford Protect
extended service plan. With Ford Protect
extended service plan you minimize your
risk for unexpected repair bills and rising
repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four mechanical Ford Protect
extended service plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your authorized dealer for
details.
1. PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete it’ s probably easier to
list what’ s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical components.
Ford Protect extended service plans are
honored by all authorized Ford dealers in
the U.S., Canada and Mexico. That means you get:
•
Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership.
• Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts.
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer for
service, we ’ll give you a loaner to use for
the day.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, including warranty repairs, and
Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts.
• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
• Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car
coverage or other transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Protect extended service plan coverage
expires, you can transfer any remaining
coverage to the new owner. Which should
give you and your potential buyer a little
more peace of mind.
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Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle
Ford Protect extended service plan also
offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that
covers all scheduled maintenance, and
selected wear items. The coverage is
prepaid, so you never have to worry about
the cost of your vehicle
’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc (if equipped).
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (if
equipped).
• Cabin air filter replacement every
20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electric
vehicles only).
Interest Free Finance Options
Just a 5% down payment will provide you
with an affordable, no interest, no fee
payment program allowing you all the
security and benefits Ford Protect
extended service plan has to offer while
paying over time. You are pre-approved
with no credit check or hassles. To learn
more, call our Ford Protect extended
service plan specialists at 800-367-3377.
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
P.O. Box 321067
Detroit, MI 48232 Ford Protect Extended Service
Plan (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Protect
extended service plan. Ford Protect
extended service plan is the only service
contract backed by Ford Motor Company
of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan
you purchase, Ford Protect extended
service plan provides benefits such as:
•
Rental reimbursement.
• Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.
• Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
• Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Protect extended
service plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations.
Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving
needs, including reimbursement for towing
and rental. When you purchase Ford
Protect extended service plan, you receive
added peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada, the United States and
Mexico, provided by a network of
participating authorized Ford Motor
Company dealers.
Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada
and the United States are not eligible for
Ford Protect extended service plan
coverage.
This information is subject to change. For
more information; visit your local Ford of
Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the
Ford Protect extended service plan that is
right for you.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(5,000–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection - recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level - vehicles with dipstick. Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant. 3
Every 200,000 mi (320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
3 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
of the message
appearing in the information display
prompting you to change your oil.
• Example 1: The message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km)
. Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not
come on, but the odometer reads
30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,
the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was
reset at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)).
Perform the engine air filter
replacement. Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with grease
fittings).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Replace spark plugs.
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Audio Unit - Vehicles Without:
Touchscreen Display..............................408
Accessing the Settings Menu....................... 409
Accessing the Sound Settings..................... 409
Adjusting the Volume...................................... 409
Changing Radio Stations............................... 409
Playing or Pausing Media................................ 410
Returning to the Previous Screen................410
Scrolling Through the Menu Options.........410
Selecting a Menu Option................................. 410
Selecting Media.................................................. 410
Selecting the Radio........................................... 410
Setting a Memory Preset.................................410
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off.........410
Using a Cell Phone.............................................410
Using Apps............................................................ 410
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse............................................................... 411
Autolamps........................................................99 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 99
Automatic Climate Control......................148 Accessing Rear Climate Controls.................148
Directing the Airflow.......................................... 148
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 148
Setting the Temperature................................. 148
Switching Auto Mode On and Off................148
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off....................................................................... 149
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off.............................................................. 149
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 150
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 150
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 149
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 149
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off....................................................................... 150
Switching the Ventilated Seats On and Off....................................................................... 150
Automatic High Beam Control................103
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators......................................................103 Automatic Transmission
..........................203
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning........................................................... 209
Brake-Shift Interlock (Console Shifter Only)................................................................. 208
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow................................................................. 209
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission.................................................. 207
Understanding the Shift Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 203
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
............................................................343
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................189 Disabling Auto-Start-Stop............................. 190
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop.............................. 189
Autowipers.......................................................96 Autowipers Settings............................................ 97
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 345
Blind Spot Information System.............259 ........................................................................\
.......... 259
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow...................................................................... 261
Switching the System On and Off..............263
System Errors...................................................... 263
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................. 260
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........259
Body Styling Kits.........................................360
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........335
Booster Seats..................................................33 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 34
Brake Fluid Check........................................344 Brake Fluid Service Interval........................... 345
Brakes...............................................................219 General Information.......................................... 219
Breaking-In.....................................................310
Bulb Specification Chart...........................401
C
Canceling the Set Speed
...........................247
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EPB
See: Electric Parking Brake............................ 220
Essential Towing Checks..........................299 Before Towing a Trailer................................... 304
Hitches.................................................................. 300
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 305
Safety Chains....................................................... 301
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 301
Trailer Hitch Cover............................................. 299
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 304
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7 –Pin
Connector)...................................................... 299
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 305
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 11
Export Unique Options.................................18
Exterior Mirrors..............................................106
360-Degree Camera......................................... 107
Auto-Dimming Feature..................................... 107
Auto-Folding Mirrors......................................... 106
Blind Spot Monitor............................................. 107
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................. 106
Heated Exterior Mirrors..................................... 107
Memory Mirrors.................................................... 107
Power Exterior Mirrors...................................... 106
Puddle Lamps ..................................................... 107
Signal Indicator Mirrors..................................... 107
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................40 Rear Inflatable Seatbelt..................................... 43
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 42
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy.................41
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
Floor Mats.......................................................310
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps...................................... 100
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 95
Ford Credit
.........................................................15
US Only..................................................................... 15
Ford Protect
...................................................481
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 482Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)................................................................... 481
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................210
Front Fog Lamps..........................................100
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 101
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off....................................................................... 100
Front Parking Aid.........................................230 Object Distance Indicator................................ 231
Front Passenger Sensing System............52
Fuel and Refueling.......................................192
Fuel Consumption
........................................197
Advertised Capacity........................................... 197
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 198
Filling the Fuel Tank.......................................... 198
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
........................193
Fuel Filter........................................................349
Fuel Quality.....................................................192 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 192
Fuel Shutoff....................................................313
Fuse Box Locations.....................................325 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 325
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............325
Fuses................................................................325
Fuse Specification Chart...........................325 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 325
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............331
G
Garage Door Opener....................................174
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............174
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen..............................................................111
4 Inch Display......................................................... 111
Configurable Gauge............................................ 112
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............112
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 112
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 112
Gauges - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen.............................................................113
8 Inch Display........................................................ 113
Configurable Gauge............................................ 114
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............114
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 114
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Doors and Locks..................................................
133
Driver Alert............................................................. 133
Drivetrain................................................................ 134
Engine..................................................................... 135
Four-Wheel Drive................................................ 135
Fuel........................................................................\
.. 136
Keys and Intelligent Access............................ 136
Lane Keeping System........................................ 137
Maintenance........................................................ 138
MyKey...................................................................... 138
Off Road................................................................. 139
Park Aid.................................................................. 140
Park Brake............................................................. 140
Power Steering..................................................... 141
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 141
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™............................. 142
Remote Start........................................................ 143
Seats........................................................................\
143
Starting System .................................................. 143
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................144
Trailer...................................................................... 144
Transmission........................................................ 145
Installing Child Restraints...........................24
Child Seats.............................................................. 24
Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety
Seats.................................................................... 30
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 24
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 29
Using Tether Straps............................................ 30
Instrument Cluster
.........................................111
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................99
Instrument Panel...........................................20
Interior Air Quality........................................156
Interior Lamps................................................101
Front Interior Lamp............................................. 101
Interior Lamp Function..................................... 102
Rear Interior Lamps........................................... 102
Switching All of the Interior Lamps Off........................................................................\
101
Switching All of the Interior Lamps On........................................................................\
. 101
Switching the Individual Map Lamps On and Off............................................................... 101
Interior Mirror
..................................................107
Automatic Dimming Mirror............................. 107
Manual Dimming Mirror.................................... 107Introduction........................................................9
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle
.........................314
Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 314
Jump Starting....................................................... 315
Preparing Your Vehicle...................................... 314
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 315
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................76
Displaying the Factory-Set Code................... 78
Locking and Unlocking....................................... 78
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD............................................................... 76
Keyless Starting
............................................183
Ignition Modes..................................................... 184
Keys and Remote Controls........................60
L
Lane Keeping System................................255 Switching the System On and Off..............256
System Display.................................................... 257
System Settings................................................. 256
Troubleshooting................................................. 258
Liftgate..............................................................80
Liftgate Window...........................................109 Opening the Liftgate Window....................... 109
Lighting Control..............................................98 Flashing the Headlamp High Beam..............99
Headlamp High Beam....................................... 98
Lighting..............................................................98 General Information........................................... 98
Limited Slip Differential
.............................218
Locking Function................................................. 218
Spare Tire.............................................................. 218
Trailer Towing....................................................... 218
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............278
Load Carrying
.................................................275
Load Limit.......................................................279 Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................ 283
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Rear Passenger Climate Controls -
Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature
Control...........................................................152
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents................................................................... 152
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air Vents................................................................... 152
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........152
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed................................................................. 153
Setting the Rear Temperature....................... 153
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off........................................................................\
153
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
153
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
153
Rear Passenger Climate Controls - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control...........................................................153
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents................................................................... 153
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air Vents.................................................................. 154
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........154
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed................................................................. 154
Setting the Rear Temperature....................... 154
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 154
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off....................................................................... 154
Rear Seats.......................................................165
Adjusting the Manual Second Row
Outermost Seats for Easy Entry..............166
Adjusting the Second Row Center Seat.................................................................... 168
Adjusting the Second Row Outermost Seats for Easy Exit......................................... 167
Folding the Power Rear Seats....................... 168
Folding the Second Row Center Seat ........................................................................\
....... 167
Folding the Second Row Outermost Seats ........................................................................\
...... 165
Reclining the Second Row Outermost Seat Backrest............................................................. 167Rear Under Floor Storage.........................275
Advanced System: Forward Divider, Cargo
Shelf and Rear Barrier (Bulkhead
Position)........................................................... 276
Cargo Management System.......................... 275
Rear View Camera......................................240 Camera Guidelines............................................. 241
Manual Zoom...................................................... 242
Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 242
Rear Camera Delay........................................... 242
Using the Rear View Camera System.............................................................. 240
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................. 240
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........97 Rear Window Washer......................................... 97
Rear Window Wiper Blade................................ 97
Recommended Towing Weights...........296
Reduced Engine Performance...............309
Refueling..........................................................195 Refueling System Overview........................... 195
Refueling System Warning.............................. 197
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 195
Remote Control
..............................................60
Car Finder................................................................ 65
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 60
Intelligent Access Key.......................................... 61
Remote Start......................................................... 65
Replacing the Battery......................................... 62
Sounding the Panic Alarm................................ 65
Using the Key Blade............................................ 62
Remote Start
..................................................155
Automatic Settings............................................ 155
Heated and Cooled Features......................... 155
Last Settings......................................................... 155
Removing a Headlamp.............................350
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............358
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................16
Collision Repairs.................................................... 16
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................. 16
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................... 16
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................67
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................156
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................323
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