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If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
•If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but
avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the
pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering
wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.
•It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow
down gradually before returning to the pavement. You may lose
control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too
sharply or abruptly.
•It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway
reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a
sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide
sideways out of control or rollover. Remember, your safety and the
safety of others should be your primary concern.
If your vehicle gets stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, it may be beneficial
to disengage the Traction Controlsystem while attempting to rock the
vehicle.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage
to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may
overheat.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your authorized dealer.
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may
fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
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If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding one gallon of fuel is enough to restart the engine. If
the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than one gallon
may be required.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the “check
engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning lights
and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection of this chapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your
vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
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Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the
indicator, charging system warning light or the
temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of
engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not
working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause the
indicator to illuminate.
Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
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These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the
indicator should turn off—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.
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 theWarning lights and chimessection of the
Instrument Clusterchapter. 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
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the service
interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................74
Air cleaner filter .......................281
Air conditioning ........48, 50, 52, 54
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................140–141, 149, 151
and child safety seats ............142
description ..............141, 149, 151
disposal ....................................154
driver airbag ............143, 150, 152
indicator light .................149, 154
operation .................143, 150, 152
passenger airbag .....143, 150, 152
side airbag ...............................149
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................206
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................262
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................197–198
Anti-theft system ..............107, 110
arming the system ..................110
disarming a triggered
system .....................................112
triggering .................................112
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 21
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................281
fluid, checking ........................281
fluid, refill capacities ..............283
fluid, specification ..................283
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................202
B
Battery .......................................260acid, treating emergencies .....260
jumping a disabled battery ....230
maintenance-free ....................260
replacement, specifications ...281
servicing ..................................260
BeltMinder
...............................136
Brakes ........................................197
anti-lock ...........................197–198
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................198
fluid, checking and adding ....280
fluid, refill capacities ..............283
fluid, specifications .................283
lubricant specifications ..........283
parking ....................................198
shift interlock ..........................201
Bulbs ............................................62
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....283
Cargo cover .................................95
Cargo net .....................................95
Cassette tape player ...................16
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................223
Child safety restraints ..............155
child safety belts ....................155
Child safety seats ......................158
in front seat ............................159
in rear seat ..............................159
tether anchorage hardware ...162
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............247
instrument panel ....................248
interior .....................................249
interior trim ............................249
plastic parts ............................247
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Keys ...........................................109
positions of the ignition .........194
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................58
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................63
daytime running light ...............60
fog lamps ...................................59
headlamps .................................58
headlamps, flash to pass ..........59
instrument panel, dimming .....60
interior lamps .....................62–63
replacing bulbs ...................63, 66
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................62
Liftgate ........................................94
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........198
Load limits .................................184
Locks
autolock .....................................97
childproof ................................100
doors ..........................................97
Lubricant specifications ...........283
Lug nuts ....................................230
Luggage rack ...............................95
Lumbar support, seats .............115
M
Message center ...........................85
english/metric button ...............90
system check button ................90
warning messages .....................91
Mirrors .........................................74automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................74
fold away ...................................75
heated ........................................75
side view mirrors (power) .......74
Moon roof ....................................80
Motorcraft parts ........250, 269, 281
N
Navigation system .......................30
O
Octane rating ............................273
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................256
P
Parking brake ............................198
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....281
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................128
Power adjustable foot pedals .....75
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................219
Power door locks ........................97
Power mirrors .............................74
Power point .................................71
Power steering ..........................200
fluid, checking and adding ....279
fluid, refill capacity ................283
fluid, specifications .................283
Power Windows ...........................72
R
Radio ......................................16, 21
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Relays ........................................216
Remote entry system .......100–101
illuminated entry ....................105
locking/unlocking doors .........101
panic alarm .............................102
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................103
replacing the batteries ...........103
Reverse sensing system ...........204
Roadside assistance ..................213
Roof rack .....................................95
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........134
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................126, 130–133
Safety Canopy ...........................151
Safety defects, reporting ..........243
Safety restraints ........126, 130–134
BeltMinder
............................136
extension assembly ................134
for adults .........................131–133
for children .....................154–155
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................128
safety belt maintenance .........134
warning light and chime ........135
Safety seats for children ..........158
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................286
Satellite Radio Information ........27
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............126
Seats ..........................................113
child safety seats ....................158
front seats ...............113–114, 117
heated ............................50, 52, 54memory seat ...................102, 118
second row seats ............119, 122
third row seats ........122, 124–125
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................107
Servicing your vehicle ..............252
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................18
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................23
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........225
Spark plugs, specifications ......281,
285
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................283
Speed control ..............................76
Starting your vehicle ........194–196
jump starting ..........................230
Steering wheel
controls ......................................79
tilting .........................................68
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................68
Tires ...........................169–170, 223
alignment ................................177
care ..........................................173
changing ..................223, 225–226
checking the pressure ............173
inflating ...................................171
label .........................................183
replacing ..................................175
rotating ....................................177
safety practices .......................176
sidewall information ...............178
snow tires and chains ............183
spare tire .................................223
terminology .............................170
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tire grades ...............................170
treadwear ........................169, 174
Towing .......................................190
recreational towing .................193
trailer towing ..........................190
wrecker ....................................235
Traction control ........................199
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................281
fluid, refill capacities ..............283
lubricant specifications ..........283
Transmission .............................201
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....201
Turn signal ..................................62
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................286Vehicle loading ..........................184
Ventilating your vehicle ...........197
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................255
Water, Driving through
.............212
Windows
power
.........................................72
rear wiper/washer
.....................68
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid
.....255
operation
...................................67
replacing wiper blades
...........256
Wrecker towing
.........................235
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