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3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
assisting battery.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed
metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the
carburetor/fuel injection system.Do notuse fuel lines, engine rocker
covers or the intake manifold asgroundingpoints.
Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)
terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an
explosion of the gases that surround the battery.
5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of
both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.
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Roadside emergencies
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WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing
service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed
equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not
approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels
on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground.
On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a
wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the
ground.
If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow
truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for
proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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²Five tire rotation
Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads.
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or
bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the
Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed
rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations
recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.
Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,
load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., ªAll Terrainº, etc.),
as originally offered by Ford.
Maintenance and care
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Cleaning the interior fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners.
These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and
water solution if necessary.
Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts
Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, tears or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to theSafety belt maintenancesection in theSeating and safety
restraintschapter.
Inside windows
Use Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA) for the inside
windows if they become fogged.
Cleaning mirrors
Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a
soft cloth and mild detergent and water. Be careful when removing ice
from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface.
Tonneau cover care (if equipped)
To avoid damage to the vinyl tonneau cover, do not use any silicone
based cleaner or conditioner. Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive
materials or cleaners.
Hot waxes applied by commercial car washes can affect the cleanability
of vinyl material.
Using high water pressure or wand-type car washes against the vinyl
cover and tonneau frame rails may cause water leaks and possible seal
damage.
Maintenance and care
239

A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ........................................103
and child safety seats ............105
description ..............................103
disposal ....................................107
driver air bag ..........................105
indicator light ...................12, 107
operation .................................105
passenger air bag ...................105
passenger deactivation
switch ................................29, 108
Air cleaner filter .......................240
Air conditioning ..........................22
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................24
Ambulance packages ....................5
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................197
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................128
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................13
Audio system (see Radio) ...29, 49
Automatic transmission ............132
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................133
fluid, adding ............................203
fluid, checking ........................203
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specification ..................245
Auxiliary power point ...........28, 73
Axle
lubricant specifications...243, 245
refill capacities ........................240
traction lok ..............................144B
Battery .......................................207
acid, treating emergencies .....207
charging system
warning light .............................13
jumping a disabled battery ....178
maintenance-free ....................207
replacement, specifications ...240
servicing ..................................207
voltage gauge ............................19
Bed extender ..............................74
Belt minder .................................99
Brakes ........................................128
anti-lock ...................................128
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................13, 129
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....194
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specifications .........243, 245
lubricant specifications ..243, 245
parking ....................................129
shift interlock ..........................132
Break-in period .............................3
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....240
Cargo area shade ........................74
Cargo net .....................................74
Certification Label ....................248
Child safety restraints ..............113
child safety belts ....................113
Child safety seats ......................114
attaching with tether straps ..118
in front seat ............................115
in rear seat ..............................115
Index
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Cleaning your vehicle ...............234
engine compartment ..............236
exterior ....................234±235, 239
exterior lamps .........................238
instrument cluster lens ..........238
instrument panel ....................238
interior .....................................239
mirrors .....................................239
plastic parts ............................237
safety belts ..............................239
washing ....................................234
waxing .....................................234
wheels ......................................235
windows ..................................239
wiper blades ............................238
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............22
Clock ..........................32, 39, 48, 62
Clutch
fluid ..........................................195
operation while driving ..........136
recommended shift speeds ....137
Console ........................................73
Coolant
checking and adding ..............197
refill capacities ................201, 240
specifications ..................243, 245
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................65
Customer Assistance ................158
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................256
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................249
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............255
Getting roadside assistance ...158
Getting the service
you need .................................249Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................260
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................252
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................255
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................20
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................203
engine oil .................................189
Doors
door ajar warning .....................14
lubricant specifications ..........243
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................207
Driving under special
conditions ..........................142±143
mud ..........................................142
sand .........................................142
snow and ice ...........................143
through water .................142, 144
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................178
Emission control system ..........225
Engine ................................245±246
check engine/service
engine soon light ......................10
cleaning ...................................236
coolant .....................................197
idle speed control ...................207
Index
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H
Hazard flashers .........................159
Headlamps ...................................20
aiming ......................................233
bulb specifications ..................232
daytime running lights .............20
flash to pass ..............................21
high beam ...........................13, 21
replacing bulbs .......................227
turning on and off ....................20
warning chime ..........................15
Heating ........................................22
heater only system ...................22
Hood ..........................................185
I
Ignition .........................65, 245±246
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................114
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................226
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................238
cluster ................................10, 238
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................21
location of components ............10
J
Jack ............................................171
positioning .......................171, 175
storage .....................171±173, 175
Jump-starting your vehicle ......178K
Keys .......................................85±87
key in ignition chime ...............15
positions of the ignition ...........65
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................232
cargo lamps ...............................21
daytime running light ...............20
fog lamps ...................................20
headlamps .................................20
headlamps, flash to pass ..........21
instrument panel, dimming .....21
interior lamps ...................71, 233
replacing bulbs .......227, 229±232
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................64
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....13, 129
anti-theft ...................................13
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check coolant ............................12
check engine .............................10
cruise indicator .........................15
door ajar ....................................14
fuel cap light .............................11
high beam .................................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................12
speed control ............................69
turn signal indicator .................13
Load limits .................................144
GAWR ......................................144
GVWR ......................................144
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trailer towing ..........................144
Loading instructions .................146
Lubricant specifications ...243, 245
Lumbar support, seats ...............90
M
Manual transmission .................136
fluid capacities ........................240
lubricant specifications ..........245
reverse .....................................138
Mirrors
cleaning ...................................239
side view mirrors (power) .......73
Moon roof ....................................64
Motorcraft parts ................221, 240
O
Octane rating ............................219
Odometer .....................................18
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................189
Overdrive .....................................69
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................83
Parking brake ............................129
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....240
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................165
Power door locks ........................73
Power steering ..........................130
fluid, checking and adding ....202
fluid, refill capacity ................240fluid, specifications .........243, 245
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................131
R
Radio ............................................29
Relays ........................................161
Remote entry system ...........81, 83
illuminated entry ......................85
locking/unlocking doors ...........82
panic alarm ...............................83
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................84
replacing the batteries .............83
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................15, 91±96
Safety defects, reporting ..........262
Safety restraints ....................91±96
belt minder ...............................99
cleaning the safety
belts .................................102, 239
extension assembly ..................98
for adults .............................92±95
for children .....................112±113
lap belt ......................................97
warning light and
chime .............................12, 15, 98
Safety seats for children ..........114
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................91
Seats ............................................89
child safety seats ....................114
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................85±87
Index
267