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Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a
light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.
•If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the
light may not illuminate.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START). If
there is difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel until the
key turns freely.
2. Turn the key to 5 (START), then
release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking
could damage the starter.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again.
Using the engine block heater (if equipped)
An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting
and heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater is
strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach
-23°C (-10°F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least
three hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in the
night before starting the vehicle.
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle, seePreparing to drive your vehiclein this chapter.
Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. 4WD should
not be operated on dry pavement; driveline damage may occur.
If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and 4WD Low
is selected while the vehicle is moving, the 4WD system will not
engage. This is normal and should be no reason for concern.Refer
toShifting to/from 4WD Lowfor proper operation.
4WD system indicator lights
•4X4- illuminates when 4WD High
is selected.
•LOW RANGE- illuminates when
4WD Low is selected.
Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped)
2H (2WD High)–Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and
highway driving.
4H (4WD High)–Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads
or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement.
N (Neutral)–No power to either front or rear wheels.
4x4
2H
4H
4L N
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emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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“Service Engine Soon”light, 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.
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 your“Service Engine Soon”light is
on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and chimessection of
theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test
with the“Service Engine Soon”light 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
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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of
Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically
engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to
complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In
addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets
or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford
Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford
accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for
whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles)
(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Vehicle Security
Air bag anti-theft locks
Locking gas cap
Styled wheel locks
Vehicle security systems
Comfort and convenience
Air filtration systems
Automatic Headlamp System with Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Battery warmer/blanket
Cargo organizers (interior)
Cargo storage bin (regular cab)
Cargo trays (interior)
Cellular phone holder
Daytime running lights (DRL)
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Dash trim (wood grain)
Engine block heaters
Manual sliding rear window
Power sliding rear window
Remote start system
Tire step
Travel equipment
Cargo cage (SuperCrew only)
Bed mount bike carrier
Bed tent
Fog lights
Hitch mount bike carrier
Inside mirror with compass display
Inside mirror with compass and temperature display
Off road lights
Outside signal mirror (available only with power mirrors)
Pickup box rails
Retractable bed hooks
Running boards (molded, diamond plate, tubular and stirrup step)
Seatback organizer
Speed control
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitch (Class III)
Trailer hitch bars and balls
Trailer hitch wiring adaptor
Trailer swivel hitch
Protection and appearance equipment
Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers
Bed mats
Bedliners
Bull bar (chrome & black)
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checking and adding ..............221
dipstick ....................................221
filter, specifications ........224, 255
recommendations ...................224
refill capacities ........................256
specifications ..................259, 262
Exhaust fumes ..........................140
F
Fail safe cooling ........................232
Floor mats ...................................72
Fluid capacities .........................256
Foglamps .....................................44
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......150
driving off road .......................153
electronic shift ........................152
indicator light .........................150
lever operated shift ................150
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................142
Fuel ............................................233
calculating fuel economy .......238
cap ...........................................235
capacity ...................................256
choosing the right fuel ...........236
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................241
detergent in fuel .....................237
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................233, 235, 238
filter, specifications ........238, 255
fuel pump shut-off switch .....175
improving fuel economy ........238
octane rating ...................236, 262
quality ......................................237
running out of fuel .................237
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................233
Fuses ..................................176–177G
Garage door opener ..............56, 67
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............235
Gas mileage (see
Fuel economy) ..........................238
Gauges .........................................16
GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating) ..........................161
calculating ...............................163
definition .................................161
driving with a heavy load ......161
location ....................................161
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) ..........................161
calculating .......................161, 163
definition .................................161
driving with a heavy load ......161
location ....................................161
H
Head restraints ...........................90
Headlamps ...................................44
aiming ........................................46
autolamp system .......................44
bulb specifications ....................48
daytime running lights .............45
flash to pass ..............................45
high beam .................................45
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................44
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system .....38–39, 41
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see
Garage door opener) ......67, 69–70
Hood ..........................................217
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I
Ignition ...............................135, 262
Infant seats (see
Safety seats) .............................123
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................242
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................212
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................46
J
Jack ............................................184
positioning ...............................184
storage .....................................184
Jump-starting your vehicle ......191
K
Keyless entry system .................85
Keys
positions of the ignition .........135
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................44
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
cargo lamps ...............................46
daytime running light ...............45
fog lamps ...................................44
headlamps .................................44
headlamps, flash to pass ..........45
instrument panel, dimming .....46
interior lamps .....................47–48
replacing bulbs ...................48–53Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................46
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........140
speed control ............................66
Load limits .................................161
GAWR ......................................161
GVWR ......................................161
trailer towing ..........................161
Loading instructions .................163
Locks
childproof ..................................79
Lubricant specifications ...259, 262
Lumbar support, seats ...............93
M
Manual transmission .................146
fluid capacities ........................256
lubricant specifications ..........262
reverse .....................................149
Mirrors .........................................55
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................61
fold away ...................................63
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................66
Motorcraft parts ................238, 255
O
Octane rating ............................236
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................221
P
Parking brake ............................141
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....255
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recreational towing .................169
trailer towing ..........................163
Traction-lok rear axle ...............142
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................249
Transmission
automatic operation ...............143
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................245
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................248
fluid, refill capacities ..............256
lubricant specifications ..259, 262
manual operation ....................146
Trunk ...........................................79
Turn signal ..................................46
V
Vehicle dimensions ...........262, 265Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN)
..........................................267
Vehicle loading
..........................161
Ventilating your vehicle
...........140
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......12
Washer fluid
..............................221
Water, Driving through
.............161
Windows
power
.........................................60
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................54
checking and adding fluid
.....221
replacing wiper blades
.............54
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