fuel FORD EXPEDITION EL 2017 Owners Manual

Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information....................................144
Ignition Switch...............................................144
Keyless Starting............................................144
Steering Wheel Lock...................................145
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................145
Engine Block Heater....................................148
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions......................................150
Fuel Quality......................................................151
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................151
Running Out of Fuel......................................151
Refueling..........................................................152
Fuel Consumption........................................155
Emission Control System..........................156
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...........................159
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................165
Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential..............................172
Brakes
General Information.....................................173
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................173
Parking Brake..................................................174
Hill Start Assist..............................................174
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................176
Using Traction Control................................176
Stability Control
Principle of Operation..................................177
Using Stability Control................................178
Terrain Response
Using Hill Descent Control.......................180
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................182
Rear Parking Aid............................................182
Front Parking Aid..........................................183
Rear View Camera.......................................184
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................187
Using Cruise Control....................................187
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System..............189
Steering............................................................193
Drive Control..................................................194
Self-Leveling Suspension.........................194
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage.........................196
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................197
Load Limit.......................................................198
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................203
Trailer Sway Control...................................204
Recommended Towing Weights...........204
Essential Towing Checks..........................207
Towing Points.................................................214
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......215
Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................218
Reduced Engine Performance.................218
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Economical Driving......................................218
Driving Through Water................................219
Floor Mats........................................................219
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................221
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................222
Fuel Shutoff...................................................222
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................223
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............226
In California (U.S. Only).............................227
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................228
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).......................229
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................229
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................230
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)..............................................................231
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................231
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................233
Changing a Fuse............................................241
Maintenance
General Information...................................243
Opening and Closing the Hood..............243
Under Hood Overview...............................244
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................245
Engine Oil Check..........................................245
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................246
Engine Coolant Check................................247
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................251
Transfer Case Fluid Check.........................251
Brake Fluid Check........................................252
Washer Fluid Check....................................252
Fuel Filter........................................................253
Changing the 12V Battery.........................253
Checking the Wiper Blades......................255
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................255
Adjusting the Headlamps........................256
Removing a Headlamp..............................257
Changing a Bulb...........................................257
Bulb Specification Chart..........................260
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................262
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................264
Cleaning Products.......................................264
Cleaning the Exterior..................................265
Waxing.............................................................266
Cleaning the Engine...................................266
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades..........................................................267
Cleaning the Interior...................................267
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................268
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................268
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............270
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................270
Vehicle Storage.............................................270
Wheels and Tires
General Information....................................273
Tire Care..........................................................276
Using Snow Chains......................................291
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........292
Changing a Road Wheel............................297
Technical Specifications...........................302
Capacities and Specific-ations
Engine Specifications................................304
Motorcraft Parts..........................................304
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
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Note:Including to the extent that anylaw pertaining to Event Data Recordersapplies to SYNC or its features, pleasenote the following: Once 911 Assist (ifequipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assistmay, through any paired and connectedcell phone, disclose to emergencyservices that the vehicle has been in acrash involving the deployment of anairbag or, in certain vehicles, theactivation of the fuel pump shut-off.Certain versions or updates to 911 Assistmay also be capable of being used toelectronically or verbally provide to 911operators the vehicle location (such aslatitude and longitude), and/or otherdetails about the vehicle or crash orpersonal information about theoccupants to assist 911 operators toprovide the most appropriate emergencyservices. If you do not want to disclosethis information, do not activate the 911Assist feature. See SYNC™ (page 324).
Additionally, when you connect toTraffic, Directions and Information (ifequipped, U.S. only), the service usesGPS technology and advanced vehiclesensors to collect the vehicle’s currentlocation, travel direction, and speed(“vehicle travel information”), only tohelp provide you with the directions,traffic reports, or business searchesthat you request. If you do not wantFord or its vendors to receive thisinformation, do not activate theservice. For more information, seeTraffic, Directions and Information,Terms and Conditions. See SYNC™(page 324).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGS
Some constituents of engineexhaust, certain vehicle components,certain fluids contained in vehiclesand certain products of component wearcontain or emit chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and leadcompounds, chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer andreproductive harm. Batteries also containother chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer. Wash yourhands after handling.
PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle suchas airbag modules, seatbelt pretensionersand remote control batteries may containperchlorate material. Special handlingmay apply for service or vehicle end of lifedisposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-ouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financingand lease plans to help you acquire yourvehicle. If you have financed or leased yourvehicle through Ford Credit, thank you foryour business.
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Introduction

5. Reinstall the battery housing coveronto the transmitter and install the keyblade.
Car Finder
Press the button twice withinthree seconds.
The horn sounds and the directionindicators flash. We recommend you usethis method to locate your vehicle, ratherthan using the panic alarm.
Note:If any door or the liftgate is open, orif the hood is open on vehicles with ananti-theft alarm or remote start, the hornwill sound twice and the direction indicatorswill not flash.
Sounding the Panic Alarm
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on toturn it off.
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or in areas that are not wellventilated.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The transmitterhas an extended operating range.
Vehicles with automatic climate controlcan be configured to operate when thevehicle is remote started. See AutomaticClimate Control (page 115).
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system does not work ifany of the following occur:
•The ignition is on.
•The anti-theft alarm triggers.
•You switch off the feature.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
•The service engine soon indicator wason the last time your vehicle wasdriven.
Remote Starting Your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. If you do notfollow this sequence, your vehicle does notstart remotely, the direction indicators donot flash twice and the horn does not sound.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To start your vehicle remotely:
1. Press the lock button to lock all thedoors.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits. All but one of the keysprogrammed to the vehicle can beactivated with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmedare referred to as administrator keys oradmin keys. They can be used to:
•Create a MyKey.
•Program configurable MyKey settings.
•Clear all MyKey features.
When you have programmed a MyKey, youcan access the following information usingthe information display:
•How many admin keys and MyKeys areprogrammed to your vehicle.
•The total distance your vehicle hastraveled using a MyKey.
Note:All MyKeys are programmed to thesame settings. You cannot program themindividually.
Note:For vehicles equipped with apush-button start switch: When both aMyKey and an admin key are present whenyou start your vehicle, the system recognizesthe admin key only.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changedby an admin key user:
•Belt-Minder or safety belt reminder.You cannot disable this feature. Theaudio system will mute when the frontseat occupants’ safety belts are notfastened.
•Early low fuel. The low fuel warning isactivated earlier, giving the MyKey usermore time to refuel.
•Driver assist features, if equipped onyour vehicle, are forced on: parking aid,blind spot information system (BLIS),cross traffic alert, lane departurewarning and forward collision warningsystem.
•Satellite radio adult contentrestrictions (available only in somemarkets).
Note:When you switch lane departurewarning off temporarily, it turns on at thenext ignition cycle.
Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configurecertain MyKey settings when you firstcreate a MyKey and before you recycle thekey or restart the vehicle. You can alsochange the settings afterward with anadmin key:
•A vehicle speed limit can be set.Warnings will be shown in the display,followed by an audible tone when yourvehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed by fullydepressing the accelerator pedal or bysetting cruise control.
WARNING
Do not set MyKey maximum speedlimit to a limit that will prevent thedriver from maintaining a safe speedconsidering posted speed limits andprevailing road conditions. The driver isalways responsible to drive in accordancewith local laws and prevailing conditions.Failure to do so could result in accident orinjury.
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MyKey™

Heated Exterior Mirrors
See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page120).
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirrorpositions through the memory function.See Memory Function (page 125).
Auto-Dimming Feature
The driver exterior mirror automaticallydims with the auto-dimming interior mirror.
Signal Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
The outer portion of the appropriate mirrorhousing blinks when you switch on thedirection indicator.
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 189).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirror when yourvehicle is moving.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass ofany mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum or ammonia-based cleaningproducts.
You can adjust the interior mirror to yourpreference. Some mirrors also have asecond pivot point. This lets you move themirror head up or down and from side toside.
Auto-Dimming Mirror
Note:Do not block the sensors on the frontand back of the mirror. Mirror performancemay be affected. A rear center passenger orraised rear center head restraint may alsoblock light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduceglare when bright lights are detected frombehind your vehicle. It will automaticallyreturn to normal reflection when you selectreverse gear to make sure you have a clearview when backing up.
CHILDMINDER MIRROR
On double bin overhead consoles, theconversation mirror allows the driver toview the rear seating area.
WARNING
Do not use the childminder mirror toview rearward traffic, do not allowrear passengers to distract you fromthe driving task, and make sure the rearview mirror has a clear view of rearwardtraffic. Failure to do so could increase therisk of a crash from an unseen vehicle,which may result in serious injury.
Press the release area on the rear edge ofthe bin door to open the childminder mirror.The door will open to full open position.
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GAUGES
Type 1 and 2
Tachometer.A
Information display (Type 2 shown Type 1 similar).B
Speedometer.C
Fuel gauge.D
Engine coolant temperature gauge.E
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the informationdisplay. Registers the accumulateddistance your vehicle has traveled.
Outside Air Temperature
Shows the outside air temperature.
Trip Computer
See General Information (page 91).
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Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 91).
Fuel Gauge
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gaugeindicates approximately how much fuelremains in the fuel tank. The arrowadjacent to the fuel pump symbolindicates on which side of your vehicle thefuel filler door is located.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling, the needle may not alwaysreturn to the exact same position. This isnormal.
Note:It may take a short time for theneedle to reach F after leaving the gasstation. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than the gaugeindicated. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a different gaspump nozzle.
Note:There is a small reserve left in thetank when the fuel gauge reaches empty.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low reminder displays when the distanceto empty reaches 50 miles (80 km) toempty.
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Shows the temperature of the enginecoolant. At normal operating temperature,the needle remains in the center section.If the needle enters the red section, theengine is overheating. Stop the engine,switch the ignition off and determine thecause once the engine has cooled down.
Note:Do not restart the engine until youconclude the cause of overheating.
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap while the engine is running or hot.The hot coolant is under pressureand may cause serious burns.
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Instrument Cluster

Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the enginerunning or when you are driving,this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 245).
Note:Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level being correct.Have the system checked by an authorizeddealer.
Fasten Safety Belt
It illuminates and a chimesounds to remind you to fastenyour safety belt.
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate on startup,continues to flash or remains on,it indicates a malfunction. Havethe system checked by an authorizeddealer. A chime sounds when there is amalfunction in the indicator light.
Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
High Beam
It illuminates when you switchthe headlamp high beam on. Itflashes when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch hilldescent on.
Liftgate Ajar
Lights when the liftgate is notcompletely closed.
Low Fuel Level
It illuminates when the fuel levelis low or near empty. Refuel assoon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
It illuminates when your tirepressure is low. If the lampremains on with the enginerunning or when driving, check your tirepressure as soon as possible.
The lamp also illuminates momentarilywhen you switch the ignition on to confirmthe lamp is functional. If it does notilluminate when you switch the ignition on,or begins to flash at any time, have thesystem checked by an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid
It illuminates when thewindshield washer fluid is low.
Parking Lamps
It illuminates when you switchthe parking lamps on.
Powertrain Fault
Illuminates when a powertrainfault has been detected. Contactan authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
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