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Descend a hill in the same gear you
would use to climb up the hill to
avoid excessive brake application
and brake overheating. Do not
descend in neutral; instead,
disengage overdrive or manually
shift to a lower gear. When
descending a steep hill, avoid
sudden hard braking as you could
lose control. When you brake hard,
the front wheels can’t turn and if
they aren’t turning, you won’t be
able to steer. The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the
vehicle. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle
and still maintain steering control.
If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not
“pump” the brakes.
Driving on snow and ice
4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but
can skid like any other vehicle.
Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the
steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.
Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on
snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting
from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate
better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop any
faster, because as in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Do
not become overconfident as to road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles
for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower
gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Do not
“pump” the brakes. Refer to theBrakessection of this chapter for
additional information on the operation of the Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS).
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•Do not mix coolants. Add the coolant type originally equipped
in your vehicle.Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitiesin this chapter.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives
as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.
This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case
of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone
(without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
•Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants
mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol
and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap
on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery
reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and
water to the FULL COLD level. For all other vehicles which have a
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with
an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
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4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.
If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator
until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
Severe climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]):
•It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration
above 50%.
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7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 150°F-170°F (66°C-77°C) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 km) of driving.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (150°F-170°F
[66°C-77°C]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or
possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................93
AdvanceTrac ..............................279
Air cleaner filter .......396–397, 399
Air conditioning ........59, 62, 64, 67
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................59
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................185–186, 193, 196
and child safety seats ............187
description ..............186, 193, 196
disposal ....................................199
driver airbag ....186, 188, 194, 197
indicator light .........192, 195, 198
operation .........186, 188, 194, 197
passenger
airbag ...............186, 188, 194, 197
side airbag ...............................193
Ambient mood/lighting ...............78
Ambulance packages ....................6
AM/FM .........................................42
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................373
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................277–278
Anti-theft system ......................138
arming the system ..................139
Armrests ....................................151
Audio system (see Radio) ...40, 42
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................291, 293
fluid, adding ....................393, 395
fluid, checking ................393, 395
fluid, refill capacities ..............400
fluid, specification ..................400
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....50Axle
lubricant specifications ..........400
refill capacities ........................400
B
Battery .......................................371
acid, treating emergencies .....371
jumping a disabled battery ....338
maintenance-free ....................371
replacement, specifications ...399
servicing ..................................371
Bed extender ............................117
Belt-Minder
.............................180
deactivating/activating the
Belt-Minder
...........................183
Booster seats .............................219
Brakes ........................................277
anti-lock ...........................277–278
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................278
fluid, checking and adding ....393
fluid, refill capacities ..............400
fluid, specifications .................400
lubricant specifications ..........400
parking ....................................278
shift interlock ..................287, 289
trailer .......................................263
Bulbs ............................................78
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....400
Car2U
Home Automation
System .......................................108
Cargo management system ......120
CD ................................................42
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................330
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Child safety seats ......................204
attaching with tether straps ..214
in front seat ....................205, 211
in rear seat ......................205, 211
LATCH .....................................212
recommendations ...................202
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................219
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............355
instrument panel ............357–358
interior .....................................359
plastic parts ............................356
safety belts ..............................359
washing ....................................353
waxing .....................................354
wheels ......................................354
wiper blades ............................356
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .....................59, 62, 64, 67
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................43
AM/FM Stereo ...........................42
Compass, electronic ....................88
calibration .................................89
set zone adjustment .................89
Console ........................................88
Controls
power seat ...............................153
steering column ......................101
Coolant
checking and adding ..............373
refill capacities ................376, 400
specifications ..........................400
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................98
Customer Assistance ................319Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................410
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................350
Getting roadside assistance ...319
Getting the service you
need .........................................346
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................351
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................350
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................74
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors ...........................62, 64, 67
windshield .....................62, 64, 67
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................393, 395
engine oil .................................368
Driving under special
conditions ..................296, 309, 312
sand .........................................311
snow and ice ...........................313
through water .................311, 314
E
Electronic message center ...22, 30
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................338
running out of fuel .........338, 385
Emission control system ..........389
Engine ................................404–405
cleaning ...................................355
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Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................59, 62, 64, 67
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................104
Hood ..........................................364
I
Ignition .......................271, 404–405
Illuminated visor mirror .............87
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................204
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................391
Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................357–358
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ............................................330
positioning ...............................330
storage .....................................330
Jump-starting your vehicle ......338
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................127
keypad .....................................136
locking and unlocking doors ..137
programming entry code .......137
Keys ...........................126, 139–140
positions of the ignition .........271
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................72bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................79
daytime running light ...............74
fog lamps ...................................73
headlamps .................................72
headlamps, flash to pass ..........73
interior lamps .....................76–77
replacing bulbs ...................79, 83
LATCH anchors .........................212
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........278
Limited-slip axle .......................286
Load limits .................................249
Loading instructions .................256
Locks
autolock ...................................127
childproof ................................130
doors ........................................126
Lubricant specifications ...........400
Lug nuts ....................................337
Lumbar support, seats .....152–153
M
Message center .....................22, 30
english/metric button .........26, 35
system check button ................35
warning messages ...............26, 35
Mirrors ...................................93–94
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................93
fold away ...................................95
heated ......................62, 64, 67, 95
programmable memory ..........132
side view mirrors (power) .......94
signal .........................................96
Moon roof ..................................103
Motorcraft
parts ..............362, 399
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