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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle, we providescheduled maintenance
informationwhich makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty
Guide/Customer Information Guideto find out which parts and
services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft
parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
WARNING:Turn off the power running boards, if equipped,
before working under the vehicle, jacking or placing any object
under the vehicle. Never place your hand between the extended
running board and the vehicle. A moving running board may cause
injury.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run
poorly.
3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. SeeEasy Fuel™
“no cap” fuel systemin this chapter.
4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the
electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any
other temporary malfunctions present, the service engine soon
indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started. A driving
cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway
driving. No additional vehicle service is required.
If the service engine soon
indicator remains on, have your vehicle
serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions
detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with the service engine soon
indicator on can
result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and
transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if the service engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
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Bed side step
Interior cargo organization and management
Truck bed cargo organization and management
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
Peace of mind
Keyless entry keypad
Locking gas plug for capless fuel system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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coolant .....................................373
fail-safe cooling .......................377
idle speed control ...................371
lubrication specifications .......400
refill capacities ........................400
service points ..................365–366
Engine block heater .................275
Engine oil ..................................368
checking and adding ..............368
dipstick ....................................368
filter, specifications ........370, 399
recommendations ...................370
refill capacities ........................400
specifications ..........................400
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................275
F
Fail safe cooling ........................377
Fleet MyKey programming ......141
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....379
Fluid capacities .........................400
Fog lamps ....................................73
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......301
driving off road .......................307
electronic shift ........................304
indicator light .........................301
lever operated shift ................302
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................286
Fuel ............................................379
calculating fuel
economy ......................26, 32, 386
cap ...........................................381
capacity ...................................400
choosing the right fuel ...........383
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................389detergent in fuel .....................385
filler funnel .............................385
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................379, 381, 386
filter, specifications ........378, 399
fuel pump shut-off ..................321
improving fuel economy ........386
octane rating ...383–384, 404–405
quality ......................................384
running out of fuel .........338, 385
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................379
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................379, 383–384
Fuses ..................................321–322
G
Garage door opener ..................104
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............381
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................386
Gauges .........................................18
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................22
H
Hazard flashers .........................320
Headlamps ...................................72
aiming ..................................74–75
autolamp system .......................72
bulb specifications ....................79
daytime running lights .............74
flash to pass ..............................73
high beam .................................73
replacing bulbs .........................79
turning on and off ....................72
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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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MyKey ........................................141
N
Navigation system .......................58
O
Octane rating ....................383–384
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................368
P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................141
Parking brake ............................278
Parts
(see Motorcraft
parts) ...........399
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................167
Power deployable running
boards ..........................................97
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .......................322, 325
Power door locks ......................126
Power mirrors .............................94
Power point .................................90
Power steering ..........................285
fluid, checking and adding ....392
fluid, refill capacity ................400
fluid, specifications .................400
Power Windows ...........................91
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................286
R
Radio ......................................40, 426-CD in dash .............................42
Rear heated seats .....................165
Rear-view camera system .........299
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................202
Relays ........................................321
Remote entry system ...............130
illuminated entry ....................135
locking/unlocking doors .131–132
panic alarm .............................132
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................134
replacing the batteries ...........133
Reverse sensing system ...........297
Roadside assistance ..................319
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ............166,
170–172, 176–177, 179
Safety Canopy ...........193–194, 196
Safety defects, reporting ..........352
Safety
restraints ...166, 170–172, 176–179
Belt-Minder
...........................180
Belt-Minder
,
deactivating/activating ...........183
extension assembly ................184
for adults .........171–172, 176–177
for children .............................199
lap belt ....................................174
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................167
warning light and
chime ...............................179–180
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Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................212
Safety seats for children ..........204
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................405
Satellite Radio (if equipped) .....42
Satellite Radio Information ........55
Seats ..........................................147
child safety seats ....................204
cleaning ...................................360
climate control ............64, 67, 159
easy access/easyout feature ..155
heated ........................62, 157, 165
memory seat ...................132, 155
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................136
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................138, 140
Servicing your vehicle ..............363
Setting the clock .........................43
AM/FM stereo ...........................42
Snowplowing .................6, 315–316
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............199
Spark plugs,
specifications .............399, 404–405
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............6
four-wheel drive vehicles .......317
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................400
Speed control ..............................98
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......274
Starting your
vehicle ........................271–272, 274
jump starting ..........................338Steering wheel
controls ....................................101
tilting ...................................85–86
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................42
CD-MP3 .....................................42
SYNC
..........................................58
T
Tailgate ..............................113–114
Tilt steering wheel ......................85
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....241
Tires ...........................225–227, 330
alignment ................................234
care ..........................................230
changing ..........................330, 333
checking the pressure ............230
inflating ...................................228
label .........................................240
replacing ..................................231
rotating ....................................234
safety practices .......................233
sidewall information ...............235
snow tires and chains ............248
spare tire .................................330
terminology .............................227
tire grades ...............................226
treadwear ........................226, 230
Towing .......................................256
recreational towing .................269
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............263
trailer towing ..........................256
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................263
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................396
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