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regular grade fuel. In Canada, many fuels contain metallic additives, but
fuels free of such additives may be available; check with your local fuel
dealer.
Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
We do not recommend the use of
gasolines labeled as “Regular” that
are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”
unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to
become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized
dealer.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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Habits
•Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
•Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
•Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
•Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
•Slow down gradually.
•Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses
15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]).
•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel
economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance Product
Specifications and Capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle’sscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
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3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin 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 tightening the fuel cap or letting the
electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any
other temporary malfunctions present, the
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
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
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
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If the
indicator is on, refer to the
description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument
Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the
indicator on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance
informationfor the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
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•Gasoline engine shown; diesel
engine similar. Refer to
Identifying components in the
engine compartmentin the
6.0/6.4 Liter Power Stroke
Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner Guide Supplement.
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°F–80°F
(-7°C–25°C):
1. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrows
in the FULL COLD range. Do not add fluid if the level is within this
range.
2. If the fluid level is low. Add fluid to bring fluid level up to be between
the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
3. Start the engine.
4. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
5. Turn the engine off.
6. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level is
between the arrows in the FULL COLD range.
7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. Be sure to put the
dipstick back in the reservoir.
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1. Clean the reservoir cap before
removal to prevent dirt and water
from entering the reservoir.
2. Remove cap and rubber
diaphragm from reservoir.
3. Add fluid until the level reaches
the step in the reservoir.
4. Reinstall rubber diaphragm and
cap onto reservoir.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about
30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
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If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
The TorqShift automatic
transmission is equipped with a
serviceable external fluid filter
mounted on the frame rail. Refer to
thescheduled maintenance
informationfor service intervals.
To replace the transmission filter:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Unscrew filter housing.
3. Replace filter with a new authorized Motorcraft filter element. Refer to
theMotorcraft part numberschart in this chapter.
4. Reinstall housing and check transmission fluid level using procedure in
this section.
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1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which
transmission or transaxle each code represents.
Code Description
5 Six-speed manual, Dana (ZF S6–650)
7 Six-speed manual, Dana (ZF M6HD-W)
T Five-speed automatic, TorqShift (gas engines)
B Five-speed automatic, TorqShift (diesel engine)
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A
Accessory delay ..........................63
Air cleaner filter .......290–291, 293
Air conditioning ..........................41
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................................113
and child safety seats ............114
description ..............................113
disposal ....................................117
driver airbag ............................115
indicator light .........................116
operation .................................115
passenger airbag .....................115
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................117
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................267
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................178
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................21, 23, 28
Automatic transmission ............182
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................183
fluid, adding ............................286
fluid, checking ........................286
fluid, refill capacities ..............294
Auxiliary power point .................61
Axle
refill capacities ........................294
traction lok ..............................181
B
Battery .......................................265
acid, treating emergencies .....265
jumping a disabled battery ....233maintenance-free ....................265
replacement, specifications ...293
servicing ..................................265
BeltMinder
...............................108
Brakes ........................................177
anti-lock ...................................178
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................178
fluid, checking and adding ....285
fluid, refill capacities ..............294
parking ....................................179
shift interlock ..........................182
trailer .......................................164
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................51
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....294
Cassette tape player .............21, 23
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ..............122
child safety belts ....................122
Child safety seats ......................125
attaching with tether straps ..129
in front seat ............................126
in rear seat ..............................126
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............249
instrument panel ....................251
interior .....................................252
interior trim ............................252
plastic parts ............................250
safety belts ..............................252
washing ....................................248
waxing .....................................248
wheels ......................................249
wiper blades ............................251
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Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............41
Clutch
fluid ..........................................285
operation while driving ..........185
recommended shift speeds ....186
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................77
Console ........................................72
overhead ..............................60–61
Controls
power seat .................................97
steering column ........................69
Coolant
checking and adding ..............267
refill capacities ................271, 294
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................66
Customer Assistance ................208
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................254
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................244
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............245
Getting roadside assistance ...208
Getting the service you
need .........................................240
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................246
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................244
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................45Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................286
engine oil .................................261
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................290
Driving under special
conditions ..................185, 198, 201
sand .........................................200
snow and ice ...........................202
through water .................200, 204
E
Electronic message center ...72, 74
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................233
Emergency Flashers .................210
Emission control system ..........281
Engine ........................................298
cleaning ...................................249
coolant .....................................267
diesel ...........................................8
fail-safe cooling .......................272
idle speed control ...................265
refill capacities ........................294
service points ..................258–259
starting after a collision .........210
Engine block heater .................177
Engine oil ..................................261
checking and adding ..............261
dipstick ....................................261
filter, specifications ........264, 293
recommendations ...................264
refill capacities ........................294
Exhaust fumes ..........................176
F
Fail safe cooling ........................272
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K
Keyless entry system .................92
Keys
positions of the ignition .........172
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................44
daytime running light ...............45
fog lamps ...................................45
headlamps .................................44
headlamps, flash to pass ..........46
instrument panel, dimming .....46
interior lamps ...........................50
replacing bulbs ...................51–58
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................50
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........178
speed control ............................68
Load limits .................................153
Loading instructions .................159
Locks
childproof ..................................87
Lug nuts ....................................232
Lumbar support, seats ...............99
M
Manual transmission .................185
fluid capacities ........................294
reverse .....................................187
Message center ...............72, 74–75
english/metric button ...............79
system check button ................78warning messages .....................80
Mirrors .........................................60
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
fold away ...................................65
heated ........................................64
side view mirrors (power) .......64
signal .........................................65
Moon roof ....................................71
Motorcraft parts ................273, 293
O
Octane rating ............................277
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................261
Overdrive .....................................60
P
Parking brake ............................179
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....293
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................66
Power adjustable foot pedals .....66
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................217
Power door locks ........................85
Power mirrors .............................64
Power point .................................61
Power steering ..........................180
fluid, checking and adding ....283
fluid, refill capacity ................294
Power Windows ...........................62
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................181
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