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Low Tire Pressure
Warning LightPossible cause Customer Action Required
Flashing Warning
LightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in
use. (This includes the optional
full-sized matching wheel and
tire). Repair the damaged road
wheel and re-mount it on the
vehicle to restore system
functionality. For a description
of how the system functions
under these conditions, refer to
When your temporary spare
tire is installedin this section.
TPMS
malfunctionIf your tires are properly
inflated and your spare tire is
not in use and the TPMS
warning light still flashes, have
the system inspected by your
authorized dealer.
When inflating your tires
When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your
garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond
immediately to the air added to your tires.
It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the
light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
How temperature affects your tire pressure
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in
each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical
passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi
(14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary
over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi
(20.7 kPa) for a drop of 30° F (16.6°C) in ambient temperature. This
lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly
lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS
warning for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is
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Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your
authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and
equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components, do not trailer
tow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle.
•To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first
500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) with no full throttle starts.
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. For additional information, refer toAutomatic
transmission operationin theDrivingchapter.
•Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
•Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance
informationfor more information.
Trailer towing tips
•Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
•Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
•If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do
not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become
less effective.
•
The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine
and all accessories/locks the
gearshift lever and allows key
removal.
2. ACC, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
3. ON, all electrical circuits
operational. Warning lights
illuminated. Key position when driving.
4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Refer to theSecuriLock™ passive anti-theft systemsection in the
Locks and Securitychapter for information on SecuriLock™ keys.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of
radio noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING: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.
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5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
2. Turn the key to 4 (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 OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)
The starting characteristics of all grades of E
85ethanol make it
unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors
should supply winter grade ethanol (same as with unleaded gasoline). If
summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, 0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle
or hesitation until the engine has warmed up.
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If the parking brake fails to release
after completing this procedure, use
the manual parking brake release
lever.
Pull the lever to manually release
the parking brake.
TRACTION CONTROL™
For Traction Control™ warning lights refer toWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument clusterchapter.
Your vehicle is equipped with a Traction Control™ system (except on
commercial conversion packages). This system helps you maintain the
stability and steerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery road
surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads and gravel roads. The
system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in
these conditions.
During Traction Control™ operation, you may hear an electric motor
type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will
not “rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal
system behavior and should be no reason for concern.
The Traction Control™ switch,
located on the left side of the
instrument panel, allows the driver
to enable and disable the system.
The Traction Control™ system will
automatically turn on every time the
ignition is turned to OFF/LOCK and
ON.
If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road
surface, try switching the Traction Control™ system off. This may allow
excess wheel spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful
“rocking” maneuver. Remember to switch the Traction Control™ system
back on once the vehicle is no longer stuck.
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•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•TheService engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on theService engine soon
indicator, refer to
Warning 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.
•Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
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Fluid capacities .........................260
Fuel ............................................241
calculating fuel
economy ............................61, 248
cap ...........................................244
capacity ...................................260
choosing the right fuel ...........245
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................251
detergent in fuel .....................246
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................241, 244, 248
filter, specifications ........241, 258
fuel filler door override ............72
fuel filler door release ..............72
fuel pump shut-off switch .....188
improving fuel economy ........248
octane rating ...................246, 263
quality ..............................246–247
running out of fuel .................247
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................241
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................241, 245–246
Fuses ..................................188–189
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............244
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................248
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................187
Head restraints ...........................90
Headlamps ...................................33
aiming ........................................35
autolamp system .......................33bulb specifications ....................38
daytime running lights .............34
flash to pass ..............................34
high beam .................................34
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................33
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................55
Hood ..........................................227
I
Ignition ...............................168, 263
Illuminated visor mirror .............45
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................129
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................253
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................35
J
Jack ............................................195
positioning ...............................195
storage .....................................195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......203
K
Keyless entry system .................83
keypad .......................................83
locking and unlocking doors ....84
programming entry code .........83
Keys .......................................73, 87
positions of the ignition .........168
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L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................33
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
daytime running light ...............34
headlamps .................................33
headlamps, flash to pass ..........34
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................37–39
replacing bulbs .........................39
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........174
Load limits .................................158
Locks
childproof ..................................75
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........260
Lug nuts ....................................202
Lumbar support, seats ...............93
M
Message center ...........................59
english/metric button ...............64
system check button ................63
warning messages .....................67
Mirrors ...................................49–50
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................50
fold away ...................................51
heated ........................................51
programmable memory ............79
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Motorcraft parts ........224, 241, 258
O
Octane rating ............................246Oil (see Engine oil) ..................230
P
Parking brake ............................175
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....258
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................99
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................51
Power adjustable foot pedals .....51
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................192
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................50
Power point .................................46
Power steering ..........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....254
fluid, refill capacity ................260
Power trunk ..........................71–72
Power Windows ...........................48
R
Radio ......................................17, 22
Rear window defroster ...............32
Relays ........................................188
Remote entry system .................77
illuminated entry ......................82
locking/unlocking doors ...........78
opening the trunk .....................78
panic alarm ...............................79
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................81
replacing the batteries .............80
Reverse sensing system ...........182
Roadside assistance ..................186
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Turn signal ..................................36
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................264
Vehicle loading ..........................158
Ventilating your vehicle ...........171
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10Water, Driving through
.............185
Windows
power
.........................................48
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................44
replacing wiper blades
...........230
Wrecker towing
.........................209
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