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•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears 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 inscheduled 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).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
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If the service engine soonindicator 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.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second 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. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the fluid. Refer toscheduled
maintenance information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Turn the steering wheel left and
right several times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level.
5. If the fluid is below the MIN line, add fluid in small amounts until it
reaches the correct level (between the MIN and MAX lines). Refer to
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for
the proper fluid type.
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID
Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the MIN and
MAX lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
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.
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Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(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 areas for normal operating temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the outside temperatures are
above 50°F (10°C).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperatures 120°F-140°F (50°C-60°C) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 km) of driving.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (120°F-140°F
[50°C-60°C]).
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Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid level
is at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer toMotorcraftpart numbersin this chapter.
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.
Changing the air filter element
1. Release the clamps that secure
the air filter housing cover.
2. Carefully separate the two halves
of the air filter housing.
3. Remove the air filter element
from the air filter housing.
4. Wipe the air filter housing and
cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
5. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter
housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered
air to enter the engine if not properly seated.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
AdvanceTrac ..............................179
Air cleaner filter ...............256–257
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................110, 119, 121
and child safety seats ............112
description ..............110, 119, 121
disposal ....................................125
driver airbag ............112, 120, 122
indicator light .................118, 124
operation .................112, 120, 122
passenger airbag .....112, 120, 122
side airbag ...............................119
Ambient mood/lighting ...............49
AM/FM .........................................25
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................236
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................177
Anti-theft system ..................78, 86
arming the system ....................87
disarming a triggered system ..87
triggering ...................................87
Audio system (see Radio) .........25
Automatic transmission ............184
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................184
fluid, adding ............................253
fluid, checking ........................253
fluid, refill capacities ..............258
fluid, specification ..................258
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary power point .................58Axle
refill capacities ........................258
B
Battery .......................................234
acid, treating emergencies .....234
jumping a disabled battery ....205
maintenance-free ....................234
replacement, specifications ...257
servicing ..................................234
Belt-Minder.............................105
Booster seats .............................140
Brakes ................................176–177
anti-lock ...................................177
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....253
fluid, refill capacities ..............258
fluid, specifications .................258
lubricant specifications ..........258
parking ....................................178
shift interlock ..........................183
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................49
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....258
CD ................................................25
Cell phone use ..............................8
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether straps ..138
in front seat ....................130, 133
in rear seat ......................130, 133
LATCH .....................................135
recommendations ...................127
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................140
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............222
instrument panel ....................223
interior .....................................224
plastic parts ............................222
washing ....................................220
waxing .....................................221
wheels ......................................221
wiper blades ............................223
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................25
Clutch
fluid ..........................................253
operation while driving ..........187
recommended shift speeds ....188
Compass, electronic ....................56
calibration .................................57
set zone adjustment .................57
Console ........................................58
Controls
steering column ........................64
Coolant
checking and adding ..............236
refill capacities ................239, 258
specifications ..........................258
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................61
Customer Assistance ................190
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................267
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................217
Getting roadside assistance ...190
Getting the service you
need .........................................213
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................218Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................217
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................46
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................253
engine oil .................................232
Driving under special
conditions ..................................187
through water .........................189
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................205
Emergency Flashers .................191
Emission control system ..........250
Engine ................................261–262
cleaning ...................................222
coolant .....................................236
fail-safe cooling .......................240
idle speed control ...................234
lubrication specifications .......258
refill capacities ........................258
service points ..................230–231
starting after a collision .........192
Engine block heater .................174
Engine fan .................................230
Engine oil ..................................232
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................232
checking and adding ..............232
dipstick ....................................232
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K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................69
Keys .............................................79
positions of the ignition .........171
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................50
daytime running light ...............46
fog lamps ...................................45
headlamps .................................45
headlamps, flash to pass ..........46
instrument panel, dimming .....46
interior lamps .....................48–50
replacing bulbs .........................51
LATCH anchors .........................135
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........177
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................69
childproof ..................................72
doors ..........................................68
Lubricant specifications ...........258
Lug nuts ....................................204
M
Manual transmission .................187
fluid capacities ........................258
lubricant specifications ..........258
reverse .....................................188
Message center ...........................18
english/metric button ...............21
system check button ................21
warning messages .....................21Mirrors ...................................60–61
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................60
heated ........................................61
side view mirrors (power) .......61
Moon roof ....................................66
Motorcraftparts ..............226, 257
MyKey ..........................................81
O
Octane rating ............................245
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................232
P
Parental MyKey programming ...81
Parking brake ............................178
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........257
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................97
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
Power door locks ........................68
Power mirrors .............................61
Power point .................................58
Power steering ..........................182
fluid, checking and adding ....253
fluid, refill capacity ................258
fluid, specifications .................258
Power Windows ...........................59
R
Radio ............................................25
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