traction control FORD EXPEDITION EL 2016 Owners Manual

Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information....................................145
Ignition Switch...............................................145
Keyless Starting............................................145
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................146
Engine Block Heater....................................149
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................151
Fuel Quality.....................................................152
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................152
Running Out of Fuel.....................................152
Refueling..........................................................153
Fuel Consumption........................................155
Emission Control System..........................156
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...........................159
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................164
Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential...............................171
Brakes
General Information.....................................172
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................172
Parking Brake..................................................173
Hill Start Assist..............................................173
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................175
Using Traction Control................................175
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................176
Using Stability Control................................177
Terrain Response
Using Hill Descent Control........................179
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation..................................181
Rear Parking Aid.............................................181
Front Parking Aid..........................................182
Rear View Camera.......................................183
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation................................186
Using Cruise Control...................................186
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System..............188
Cross Traffic Alert........................................190
Steering............................................................193
Drive Control..................................................194
Self-Leveling Suspension.........................195
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage.........................196
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................197
Load Limit.......................................................198
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................205
Trailer Sway Control...................................206
Recommended Towing Weights...........206
Essential Towing Checks..........................208
Towing Points.................................................215
Transporting the Vehicle............................216
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......217
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................220
Reduced Engine Performance................220
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•Various vehicle speed minders can beset. Once you select a speed, it will beshown in the display, followed by anaudible tone when the preselectedvehicle speed is exceeded.
•Audio system maximum volume of45%. A message will be shown in thedisplay when you attempt to exceedthe limited volume. Also, thespeed-sensitive or compensatedautomatic volume control will bedisabled.
•Always on setting. When this isselected, you will not be able to turnoff Advance Trac or traction control,911 Assist or Emergency Assistance, orDo Not Disturb (if your vehicle isequipped with these features).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create aMyKey:
1.Insert the key you want to program intothe ignition. If your vehicle is equippedwith a push-button start, place theremote control into the backup slot.The location of your backup slot is inanother chapter. See Starting aGasoline Engine (page 146).
2. Switch the ignition on.
3. Access the main menu on theinformation display controls. Use thearrow keys to get to the following menuselections:
Action and DescriptionMessage
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Settings
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.MyKey
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Create MyKey
When prompted, hold the OK button untilyou see a message informing you to labelthis key as a MyKey. The key will berestricted at the next start.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sureyou label it so you can distinguish it fromthe admin keys.
You can also program configurablesettings for the key(s). SeeProgramming/Changing ConfigurableSettings.
Programming/ChangingConfigurable Settings
Use the information display to access yourconfigurable MyKey settings.
1. Switch the ignition on using an adminkey or remote control.
2. Access the main menu on theinformation display controls. Use thearrow keys to get to the following menuselections:
Action and DescriptionMessage
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.Settings
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.MyKey
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MyKey™

Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soonindicator light stays illuminatedafter you start the engine, itindicates that the On Board Diagnosticssystem (OBD) has detected a malfunctionof the vehicle emissions control system.Refer to On Board Diagnostics (OBD) inthe Fuel and Refueling chapter for moreinformation about having your vehicleserviced. See Emission Control System(page 156).
If the light is blinking, engine misfire isoccurring which could damage yourcatalytic converter. Drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicleserviced immediately.
WARNING
Under engine misfire conditions,excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalyticconverter, the fuel system, interior floorcoverings or other vehicle components,possibly causing a fire. Have an authorizeddealer service your vehicle immediately.
The service engine soon indicator lightilluminates when you first switch on theignition before engine start to check thebulb and to indicate whether the vehicleis ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)testing.
Normally, the service engine soon lightstays on until you crank the engine, thenturns itself off if no malfunctions arepresent. However, if after 15 seconds theservice engine soon light blinks eight times,it means that the vehicle is not ready forI/M testing. See Emission ControlSystem (page 156).
Stability Control System
Displays when theAdvanceTrac®/Traction controlis active. If the light remains on,have the system serviced immediately.See Using Stability Control (page 177).
Stability Control System Off
Illuminates when you disableAdvanceTrac®/Traction. SeeUsing Stability Control (page177).
Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you activatethe tow/haul feature. If the lightflashes steadily, have the systemserviced immediately. Damage to thetransmission could occur. See AutomaticTransmission (page 159).
4X2
Illuminates momentarily whenyou engage two-wheel drivehigh. If the light fails to displayor remains on when the ignition is on, havethe system serviced immediately by anauthorized dealer.
4X4 Auto
Illuminates when you engage thefour-wheel drive system. If thelight fails to display or remainson when the ignition is on, have the systemserviced immediately by an authorizeddealer.
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Driver Assist
Normal history used or Towing history usedDTE Calculation
Engine Hours XXXXXEngine Hours
Engine Idle Hours XXXXXEngine Idle Hours
Settings
In this mode, you can configure differentdriver setting choices.
Note:Some items are optional and maynot appear.
Settings
Trlr Sway Control - check enabled or uncheck disabledVehicle
Elect., Surge, NoneTrlr Brake Mode
Elect. over Hydraulic
Select time intervalAutolamp DelayLighting
Autolock - check enabled or uncheckdisabledLocks
Autounlock - check enabled or uncheckdisabled
All Doors or DriverRemote Unlock
Set to XXX% - Hold OK to ResetOil Life Reset
Enable or Disable switchPower Liftgate
Courtesy WipeWipers
Hold OK to create MyKeyCreate MyKeyMyKey*
Always On or User Selectable911 Assist
Always On or User SelectableDo Not Disturb
Always On or User SelectableTraction Control
65 MPH (105 km/h), 70 MPH (110 km/h),75 MPH (120 km/h), 80 MPH (130 km/h)or Off
Max Speed
45 mph (72 km/h), 55 mph (89 km/h), 65mph (105 km/h) or OffSpeed Minder
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Information Displays

Settings
Sport, Normal or ComfortDriver SelectSuspension
Normal history used or Towing history usedDTE Calculation
Select timeintervalAutolamp DelayLightingVehicleAdvancedSettings
Autolock - check enabled oruncheck disabledLocks
Autounlock - check enabled oruncheck disabled
Driver’s Door orAll DoorsRemote Unlock
Remaining Life - Hold OK to ResetOil Life
Enable or Disable switchPower Liftgate
Rear Park Aid - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Courtesy Wipe - check enabled oruncheck disabledWiper Controls
Number of Admin Keys, MyKeysand MyKey MileageMyKey StatusMyKey*
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate MyKey
Always On or User Selectable911 Assist
Always On or User SelectableDo Not Disturb
Always On or User SelectableTraction Control
65 MPH (105 km/h), 70 MPH (110km/h), 75 MPH (120 km/h), 80MPH (130 km/h) or Off
Max Speed
Speed MinderSpeed Minder
Volume Limiter - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Hold OK to Clear All MyKeysClear MyKeys
Miles & Gallons, L/100km or km/LDistanceDisplay Setup
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Number of Admin Keys, MyKeysand MyKey MileageMyKey StatusMyKey*
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate MyKey
Always On or User Selectable911 Assist
Always On or User SelectableDo Not Disturb
Always On or User SelectableTraction Control
65 MPH (105 km/h), 70 MPH (110km/h), 75 MPH (120 km/h), 80MPH (130 km/h) or Off
Max Speed
45 mph (72 km/h), 55 mph (89km/h), 65 mph (105 km/h) or OffSpeed Minder
Volume Limiter - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Hold OK to Clear All MyKeysClear MyKeys
Miles & GAL, L/100km or km/LDistanceDisplay Setup
°Fahrenheit or °CelsiusTemperature
Fuel Gauge or Fuel + TachGauge Display
Select Language - Hold OK to SetLanguage
*Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle optionsequipped with your vehicle, not all of themessages display or are available. Certainmessages may be abbreviated or shorteneddepending upon which cluster type youhave.
Press the OK button to acknowledge andremove some messages from theinformation display. Other messagesautomatically clear after a short time.
You need to confirm certain messagesbefore you can access the menus.
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AdvanceTrac™ / Traction Control Messages
ActionMessage
Displays when you switch the traction control system off oron. See Using Traction Control (page 175).Traction control off/Traction control on
Displays when the system detects a condition that requiresservice. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Service AdvanceTrac
Displays when you switch AdvanceTrac off.AdvanceTrac Off
Displays whenyou switch AdvanceTrac on.AdvanceTrac On
Alarm Messages
ActionMessage
Displays when unauthorized entry into the vehicle occurs.Switch the ignition on to stop the alarm.Vehicle Alarm to StopAlarm, Start Vehicle
Battery and Charging System Messages
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch offthe ignition. Contact an authorized dealer.Check Charging System
Displays to warn of a low 12-volt battery condition. Switch offall unneeded electrical accessories. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Turn Power Off to SaveBattery
Displays to warn of a low 12-volt battery condition. Switch offall unneeded electrical accessories.Low Battery FeaturesTemporarily Turned Off
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Information Displays

MyKey™ Messages
ActionMessage
Displays when MyKey is active.MyKey active DriveSafely
Displays when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use andthe MyKey speed limit is on.Speed Limited to xxMPH/km/h
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit ison and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).Near Vehicle Top Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is onand the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed.Check Speed DriveSafely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder activates.Buckle Up to UnmuteAudio
Displays when attempting to program a spare key using twoexisting MyKeys.Could Not ProgramIntegrated Key
You have reached the speed limit set for your MyKey.Vehicle at Top Speed ofMyKey Setting
With a MyKey in use, AdvanceTrac turns on.AdvanceTrac On MyKeySetting
With a MyKey in use, traction control turns on.Traction Control OnMyKey Setting
MyKey park aid cannot be deactivated with a MyKey in use,park aid is always on.MyKey Park Aid Cannotbe Deactivated
Off Road Messages
ActionMessage
Displays when your vehicle speed requirement for offroad mode entry has not been met.For Off Road Slow to 5MPH
Displays when off road mode becomes active.Enter Off Road Mode Enabled
Displays when off road mode becomes inactive.Exiting Off Road Mode
Displays when hill descent control mode deactivates.Hill Descent Control Off
Displays when hill descent speed exceeds 20 MPH (32KM/H).For Hill Descent Reduce Speed
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fullyand latch the gearshift in park (P).Turn the ignition to the off positionand remove the key whenever you leaveyour vehicle.
Do not use the tow/haul featurewhen driving in icy or slipperyconditions as the increased enginebraking can cause the rear wheels to slideand your vehicle to swing around with thepossible loss of vehicle control.
Selector Lever Positions
Column shift transmission:
Floor shift transmission:
Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:
1. Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Move the gearshift lever into thedesired gear.
3. Come to a complete stop.
4. Move the gearshift lever and securelylatch it in park (P).
Park (P)
This position locks the transmission andprevents the rear wheels from turning.
Reverse (R)
With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), yourvehicle will move backward. Always cometo a complete stop before shifting into andout of reverse (R).
Neutral (N)
With the gearshift lever in neutral (N), yourvehicle can be started and is free to roll.Hold the brake pedal down while in thisposition.
Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position forthe best fuel economy. The overdrivefunction allows automatic upshifts anddownshifts through gears one through six.
Manual (M)
With the gearshift lever in manual (M), youcan change gears up or down as desiredby using buttons on the shift lever. SeeUnderstanding your SelectShiftAutomatic™ transmission later in thissection.
Third (3) (Column Shifter Only)
Transmission operates in third (3) gearonly. Use third (3) gear for improvedtraction on slippery roads.
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USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
WARNING
For important information regardingsafe operation of this type of vehicle,see General Information in theWheels and Tires chapter.
Note:Do not use 4H or 4L mode on dry,hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear and maydamage drive components. 4H and 4L modeis only intended for consistently slippery orloose surfaces.
Note:If 4L mode is selected while yourvehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h),the 4WD system will not perform a shift.This is normal and should be no reason forconcern. Refer to Shifting to or from 4L forproper operation.
4WD Indicator Lights
The indicator lights illuminate in theinformation display in the reconfigurabletelltale (RTT) location under the followingconditions. See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 88).
Note:When a 4X4 system fault is present,the system will typically remain in whichever4WD mode was selected prior to the faultcondition occurring. It will not default to 4X2in all circumstances. When this warning isdisplayed, have your vehicle serviced by anauthorized dealer.
4X2
Momentarily illuminates when2H is selected.
4X4 AUTO
Continuously illuminates when4A is selected.
4X4 HIGH
Continuously illuminates when4H is selected.
4X4 LOW
Continuously illuminates when4L is selected.
4WD Switch Positions
WARNING
Utility and four-wheel drive vehiclesare not designed for cornering atspeeds as high as passenger cars anymore than low-slung sports cars aredesigned to perform satisfactorily underoff-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns orabrupt maneuvers in these vehicles.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped withAdvanceTrac® with RSC®, the system willautomatically turn off the stabilityenhancement feature when you shift the4WD system into 4L (4X4 LOW). You canmanually turn the system off by pressingthe AdvanceTrac button. See UsingTraction Control (page 175). This willdisable the engine management feature,allowing the vehicle to maintain full powerand enhanced momentum through theobstacle. The brake traction enhancementfeature will still be enabled.
Note:The Control Trac® selector switchshould not be changed while the rear wheelsare slipping.
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