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Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................300
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
315
Maintenance
General Information .....................................
318
Opening and Closing the Hood ...............
318
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L/3.0L ..........
320
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L ...................
322
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.7L/3.0L .................
324
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L ..........................
324
Engine Oil Check .........................................
324
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
325
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L ......
326
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.7L/3.0L ......................................................................
327
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
328
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ......
333
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
333
Power Steering Fluid Check .....................
334
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
334
Adjusting the Headlamps ..........................
337
Washer Fluid Check ....................................
338Fuel Filter - 2.7L/3.7L
..................................
339
Fuel Filter - 3.0L ...........................................
339
Checking the Wiper Blades ......................
339
Changing the Wiper Blades .....................
339
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
340
Vehicle Care
General Information .....................................
341
Cleaning Products ........................................
341
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
342
Waxing ............................................................
343
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
344
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ......................................................................
344
Cleaning the Interior ...................................
345
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ........................
347
Cleaning Leather Seats ..............................
347
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ................
348
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
348
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
349
Body Styling Kits ...........................................
351Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................
352
Tire Care ........................................................
352
Using Summer Tires ...................................
366
Using Snow Chains ....................................
366
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............
367
Changing a Road Wheel ............................
372
Technical Specifications ............................
379
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.7L ......................
381
Engine Specifications - 3.0L .....................
382
Engine Specifications - 3.7L ......................
384
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L ................................
385
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L ...............................
386
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L ................................
387
Vehicle Identification Number .................
389
Vehicle Certification Label ........................
389
Transmission Code Designation .............
390
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L .......
391
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L ......
402
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L ........
413
Bulb Specification Chart ............................
424
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Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
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An open or pinched sensor hose.
• Incorrect engine oil level.
• Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
• Incorrect engine oil viscosity for climactic
conditions.
Note: Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel filter
that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular
maintenance or replacement is not needed.
Note: If these checks do not help you correct
the concern, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulation
became effective governing the noise
emission on trucks over 10,000 lb (4,536 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The
preceding statements concerning prohibited
tampering acts and maintenance, and the
noise warranty found in the Warranty Guide,
are applicable to complete chassis cabs over
10,000 lb (4,536 kg)
GVWR. CATALYTIC CONVERTER WARNING:
Do not park, idle or drive
your vehicle on dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats
up the engine compartment and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING:
The normal operating
temperature of the exhaust system is very
high. Never work around or attempt to
repair any part of the exhaust system until
it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short period
of engine operation and stays hot after the
engine is switched off. WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result
in entry of harmful and potentially lethal
fumes into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle inspected
immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes. Your vehicle has various emission control
components and a catalytic converter that
enables it to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter and
other emission control components continue
to work properly:
•
Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug
lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables.
See Jump
Starting the Vehicle (page 286).
• Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
Note: Resulting component damage may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination
first and then work your way back home).
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds.
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance. There are also some things you may want to
avoid doing because they reduce your fuel
economy:
•
Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment. BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this
time, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1,000 mi
(1,600 km)
. Vary your speed frequently and
change up through the gears early. Do not
labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first
1,000 mi
(1,600 km).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING:
Do not drive through
flowing or deep water as you may lose
control of your vehicle.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 328).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 324).
B.
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 324).
C.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 333).
D.
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 334).
E.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Changing a Fuse (page 315).
F.
Air filter assembly.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 327).
G.
Automatic transmission dipstick.
See Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 333).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir.
See Washer Fluid Check (page 338).
I.
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From the main menu scroll to:
Action and description
Message
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll to
the following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll to
the following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll to
the following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the OK button
until the instrument cluster
displays the following
message.
Hold OK to
Reset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indicator
resets the instrument cluster
displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}% Action and description
Message
If the instrument cluster
displays one of the following
messages, repeat the
process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 3.7L WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page 381). For turbocharged equipped vehicles: When
servicing the air cleaner, it is important that
no foreign material enter the air induction
system. The engine and turbocharger are
susceptible to damage from even small
particles.
Change the air filter element at the proper
interval. See Scheduled Maintenance (page
510
).
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter
element may result in severe engine
damage. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if the
correct air filter element is not used.
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•
Do not allow wax to come in contact with
any non-body (low-gloss black) colored
trim. The wax will discolor or stain the
parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should feel
smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
•
Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water
to avoid cracking the engine block or
other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo.
Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover
remove the cover before application of
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser.
Immediately rinse away any over spray.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the
area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution box,
and air filter assembly to prevent water
damage when cleaning the engine. CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•
Clean the windshield with a non-abrasive
glass cleaner. When cleaning the interior
of the windshield, avoid getting any glass
cleaner on the instrument panel or door
panels. Wipe any glass cleaner off these
surfaces immediately.
• For windshields contaminated with tree
sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean the
entire windshield using steel wool (no
greater than 0000 grade) in a circular
motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.
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Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated
with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain
their condition we recommend that you:
•
Clean them weekly with the
recommended wheel and tire cleaner.
• Use a sponge to remove heavy deposits
of dirt and brake dust accumulation.
• Rinse them thoroughly with a pressurized
stream of water when you complete the
cleaning process.
We recommend that you use our surface
wheel cleaner. Make sure that you read and
follow the manufacturer’ s instructions.
Using other non-recommended cleaning
products can result in severe and permanent
damage.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make sure
your vehicle stays in good operating
condition. We engineer and test all motor vehicles and
their components for reliable, regular driving.
Under various conditions, long-term storage
may lead to degraded engine performance
or failure unless you use specific precautions
to preserve engine components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove
dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior
surfaces, rear-wheel housing and the
underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust. •
Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when
you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with a
light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil contains
contaminates which may cause engine
damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift through
all the gears while the engine is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.7L
Motorcraft Part number
Component
FA-1912A
Air filter element.
BAGM-94RH7-800
Battery.
FP-80
Cabin air filter.
FL-2062
Engine oil filter. 1
SP-578
Spark plug. 2
WW-2431 (driver side)
Windshield wiper blade.
WW-2050 (passenger side)
1 If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2 For spark plug replacement, contact your authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the recommended intervals. See Scheduled
Maintenance Record (page 522).
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We recommend Motorcraft® parts that are
available at your authorized dealer or at
www.fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts could
impact vehicle performance, emissions and
durability. Your warranty could be void for
any damage related to use of other parts.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L Motorcraft Part number
Component
FA-1912A
Air filter element.
BAGM-94RH7-800
Battery.
FP-80
Cabin air filter.
FL-2062
Engine oil filter. 1
FG-1083
Fuel filter.
SP-578
Spark plugs. 2
WW-2431 (driver side)
Windshield wiper blades.
WW-2050 (passenger side)
1 If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2 For spark plug replacement, contact your authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the recommended intervals. See Scheduled
Maintenance Record (page 522).
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