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The air suspension system can be enabled or disabled through the
message center. Refer toMessage centerin theDriver Controlschapter.
If the system is off, the rear air suspension will not operate and will not
raise (pump) or lower (vent) while the vehicle is not moving. However, if
the system determines that the vehicle is low or high and needs to make
a height adjustment while driving at speeds above 15 mph (24 km/h), the
system will pump or vent as required. Normal vehicle operation does not
require any action by the driver.
On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn the air
suspension and the ignition switch off prior to jacking, hoisting
or towing your vehicle.
PREPARING TO DRIVE
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely
to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground
clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger
car.
Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles
and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center
of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks arenotdesigned for cornering at
speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars
are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid
sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles.
Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Do not overload your vehicle
and use extra precautions, such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding
abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance,
when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Over loading or loading the
vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute
to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
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Audible Warnings
Distance to Object Warning
13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet
(6 meters)Slow beep
Speed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Solid
1.4 feet (.4 meters) to 3 feet
(.9 meters)Fast beep
3 feet (.9 meters) to 4.5 feet
(1.4 meters)Medium beep
4.5 feet (1.4 meters) to 6.3
feet (1.9 meters)Medium/slow beep
6.3 feet (1.9 meters) to 8.7
feet (2.6 meters)Slow beep
8.7 feet (2.6 meters) to 16.4
feet (5 meters)No sound
The reverse sensing system is automatically enabled when the gear
selector is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition is ON. A control in the
message center allows the driver to disable the system only when the
ignition is ON and the gear selector is in R (Reverse). Refer toMessage
centerin theDriver Controlschapter.
The message center will indicate the system is OFF and will not allow
the driver to switch the system ON to indicate a failure of the reverse
sensing system.
The radar sensor is located behind the rear bumper/fascia. Always
keep the rear bumper/fascia free from snow, ice and large
accumulations of dirt. These elements may cause the system to
operate inaccurately.
If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
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•If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering the
lens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clear
after cleaning, have your system inspected by your authorized dealer.
CONTROL TRAC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) OPERATION
(IF EQUIPPED)
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle, seePreparing to drive your vehiclein this chapter.
Do not use 4X4 mode on dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produce
excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components.
4X4 mode is only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces.
Use of 4X4 mode on these surfaces may produce some noise (such as
occasional clunks) but will not damage drive components.
Your 4x4 features the heavy-duty Control Trac system which includes a
computer-operated transfer case. This unique system is interactive with
the road, continually monitoring and adjusting torque delivery to the
front and rear wheels to optimize vehicle control.
System indicator messages
The Control Trac system indicator messages display in the reconfigurable
telltale (RTT) location in the message center only under the following
conditions. If these messages display when driving in 4X2, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer toWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
•4X4 AUTO– displays when 4X4 AUTO is selected.
•4X4– displays when 4X4 is selected.
Positions of the Control Trac system
The Control Trac system functions
in three modes:
•4X2 (2WD)delivers power to
the rear wheels only. This is
appropriate for normal on-road
driving on dry pavement.
•4X4 AUTOprovides electronic
control four-wheel drive with
power delivered to all four wheels, as required, for increased traction.
The RTT location in the message center will display “4X4 AUTO”
4X24X4
AUTO4X4
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when this position is selected. This is appropriate for all on-road
driving conditions, such as dry road surfaces, wet pavement, snow or
gravel.
•4X4provides electronically locked four-wheel drive power to front and
rear wheels. The RTT location in the message center will display
“4X4” when this position is selected. This position is not
recommended for use on dry pavement. This position is only intended
for severe winter or off-road conditions, such as deep snow, ice or
shallow sand.
Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles arenotdesigned for
cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than
low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these
vehicles.
Note:The Control Trac selector switch should not be changed while the
rear wheels are slipping.
Shifting between modes
Press any button (4X2, 4X4 AUTO or 4X4) at any forward speed up to
55 mph (88 km/h). The message center may display “4X4 SHIFT IN
PROGRESS” during the system shift. The RTT location in the message
center will then display “4X4 AUTO” if 4X4 AUTO is selected or “4X4” if
4X4 is selected.
Note:Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages.
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
Four–wheel drive vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand,
snow, mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics that are
somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road.
The AdvanceTrac
with RSC stability enhancement system can be turned
off manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac
with RSC button (refer to
AdvanceTrac
with Roll Stability Control (RSC) Stability
Enhancement Systemin this chapter) while operating in 4X2, 4X4
AUTO or 4X4 while driving in deep sand, very deep snow or more
strenuous off-road maneuvers. This will disable the engine management
feature, allowing the vehicle to maintain full power and enhanced
momentum through the obstacle.
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Tire change procedure
To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,
be sure the parking brake is set, then block the wheels (both
front or both rear) on the opposite end of the vehicle from the wheel
being changed. If on a grade, block both opposite wheels on the
downward side of the hill.
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be
seriously injured.
On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air
Suspension system prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your
vehicle.
Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before jacking or
placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your hand
between the extended running board and the vehicle. A moving
running board may cause injury.
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close
to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the
danger of being hit when operating the jack and changing the wheel.
If your vehicle is equipped with air suspension, refer to Message center
in the Driver Controls chapter for instructions on turning the air
suspension system off.
Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the rear floor compartment
behind the 3rd row seat with the jack tray tools assembly kit) for
detailed tire change instructions.
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1. Block the wheels (both front or
both rear) on the opposite end of
the vehicle from the wheel being
changed. If on a grade, block both
wheels on the downward side of the
hill.
2. Turn off the air suspension system. The air suspension system is
controlled through the message center. Refer toAir Suspension System
in the Driving section for more information. Also, turn OFF the
deployable running boards (if equipped). See Message centerin the
Driver controls section.
3. Obtain the spare tire and jack from their storage locations.
4. Use the tip of the jack handle to
remove any wheel trim. Loosen each
wheel lug nut one-half turn
counterclockwise but do not remove
them until the wheel is raised off
the ground.
5. Position the jack according to the
jack locator arrows found on the
frame and turn the jack handle and
extension tool assembly clockwise.
Note: Use the frame rail as the
jacking point, NOT the control arm.
6. Lift the vehicle so the tire is no
further than 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the
ground when installing the spare tire.
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•Never use the front or rear
differential as a jacking point.
To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your
body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the
engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for
changing the tire.
7. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
9. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
10. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown and reinstall the wheel cover.
11. Unblock the wheels.
12. Put flat tire, jack, lug wrench
and tools away. Make sure the jack
is fastened securely so it does not
rattle when you drive.
13. Turn on the air suspension
system (if equipped). Refer to
Message center in theDriver Controls chapter for instructions on
turning the air suspension system on.
Stowing the spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valve
stem side facing up.
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waxing .....................................302
wheels ......................................302
wiper blades ............................304
Clock ............................................88
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment ...............107
Console ........................................87
overhead ..............................86–87
Controls
power seat ...............................143
steering column ........................99
Coolant
checking and adding ..............317
refill capacities ................320, 339
specifications ..........................339
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................96
Customer Assistance ................265
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................297
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................298
Getting roadside assistance ...265
Getting the service
you need .................................293
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................299
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................297
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................73
Defrost
rear window ..............................71Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................335
engine oil .................................312
Driving under special
conditions ..................250, 259, 262
sand .........................................261
snow and ice ...........................263
through water .................261, 264
DVD system .................................35
E
Electronic message center .......106
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................284
Emission control system ..........331
Engine ........................................342
cleaning ...................................303
coolant .....................................317
fail-safe cooling .......................321
idle speed control ...................315
lubrication specifications .......339
refill capacities ........................339
service points ..........................309
starting after a collision .........267
Engine block heater .................235
Engine oil ..................................312
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................312
checking and adding ..............312
dipstick ....................................312
filter, specifications ........314, 338
recommendations ...................314
refill capacities ........................339
specifications ..........................339
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................235
F
Fail safe cooling ........................321
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................72
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................77
daytime running light ...............73
fog lamps ...................................72
headlamps .................................72
headlamps, flash to pass ..........73
interior lamps .....................76, 78
replacing bulbs .........................81
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................75
Liftgate ..............119, 122, 130–131
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........238
Load limits .................................217
Loading instructions .................223
Locks
autolock ...................................124
childproof ................................128
doors ........................................124
Lubricant specifications ...........339
Lug nuts ....................................283
Luggage rack .............................123
Lumbar support, seats .............142
M
Message center .........................106
english/metric button .............113
system check button ..............114
warning messages ...................114
Mirrors ...................................91–92
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................92
fold away ...................................93heated ........................................93
programmable memory ..........132
signal .........................................94
Moon roof ..................................101
Motorcraft parts ........306, 323, 338
N
Navigation system .......................64
O
Octane rating ............................327
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................312
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................131
Parking brake ............................239
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....338
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................94
Power adjustable foot pedals .....94
Power deployable running
boards ..........................................94
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .......................269, 271
Power door locks ......................124
Power liftgate ............................119
Power mirrors .............................92
Power point .................................88
Power steering ..................244–245
fluid, checking and adding ....334
fluid, refill capacity ................339
fluid, specifications .................339
Power Windows ...........................89
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