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2016 F-Series Super Duty Class A Motorhome
and Commercial Chassis Owner’s Manual

owner.ford.com

ford.ca

May 2015
First Printing
Owner’s Manual
Motorhome
Litho in U.S.A.

GU9J 19A321 AA

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of
continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time
without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a
retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2015
All rights reserved.
Part Number: 20150407164420

Table of Contents
Introduction

Starting and Stopping the
Engine

About This Manual...........................................3
Symbols Glossary.............................................3
California Proposition 65...............................5
Perchlorate..........................................................5
Ford Credit...........................................................5
Replacement Parts
Recommendation........................................6
Special Notices.................................................6
Mobile Communications
Equipment.......................................................7
Export Unique Options...................................7

General Information......................................22
Ignition Switch.................................................22
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................22
Engine Block Heater......................................24

Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................25
Fuel Quality......................................................26
Running Out of Fuel......................................26
Refueling............................................................27
Fuel Consumption.........................................28
Emission Control System............................29

Environment
Protecting the Environment.........................8

Transmission

Steering Wheel

Automatic Transmission.............................32

Adjusting the Steering Wheel......................9
Cruise Control....................................................9

Brakes

Windshield Wipers.........................................10
Windshield Washers......................................10

General Information......................................35
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.............................................................35
Parking Brake...................................................36

Lighting

Cruise Control

Lighting Control................................................11
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................11
Daytime Running Lamps..............................12
Direction Indicators.........................................12

Principle of Operation...................................37
Using Cruise Control......................................37

Wipers and Washers

Load Carrying
Load Limit.........................................................38

Instrument Cluster

Towing

Gauges.................................................................13
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................15
Audible Warnings and Indicators...............17

Towing a Trailer...............................................44
Recommended Towing Weights..............45
Essential Towing Checks.............................47
Transporting the Vehicle.............................49
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......50

Information Displays
General Information.......................................18
Information Messages..................................19

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Table of Contents
Power Steering Fluid Check.......................90
Fuel Filter............................................................91
Changing the 12V Battery.............................91
Changing the Engine Air Filter...................93

Driving Hints
Breaking-In........................................................51
Reduced Engine Performance...................51
Economical Driving.........................................51
Driving Through Water..................................52

Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................94
Cleaning the Exterior....................................94
Cleaning the Engine......................................94
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.........................95
Vehicle Storage...............................................95

Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance.....................................53
Hazard Warning Flashers............................54
Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................54

Customer Assistance

Wheels and Tires

Getting the Services You Need..................57
In California (U.S. Only)...............................58
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)........................59
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only).........................59
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada..........................................................60
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature........................................................61
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only)................................................................61
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)...............................................................62

Tire Care............................................................98
Using Snow Chains.......................................113
Changing a Road Wheel.............................114
Technical Specifications.............................117

Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications..................................118
Motorcraft Parts.............................................118
Vehicle Identification Number.................120
Vehicle Certification Label........................120
Transmission Code Designation..............121
Capacities and Specifications.................122

Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart.............................63
Changing a Fuse............................................80

Extended Service Plan
(ESP)
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................126

Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

General Information.......................................81
Under Hood Overview..................................82
Engine Oil Dipstick.........................................83
Engine Oil Check............................................83
Oil Change Indicator Reset.........................83
Engine Coolant Check..................................84
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check..............................................................87
Brake Fluid Check..........................................88

General Maintenance Information.........128
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............131
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance...............................................133
Scheduled Maintenance Record............135

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Introduction
Note: Either Ford Motor Company or an
authorized Ford dealer may have originally
sold this incomplete vehicle to a vehicle
modifier who upfitted it. As a result, some
of the options and features on this vehicle
may differ from what we describe in this
manual.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.

This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.

WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any handheld device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

E154903

Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options that are not on your
vehicle.

Right-hand side

Left-hand side

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so they may appear
differently to you on your vehicle.

These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
Safety alert

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.

See Owner's Manual

Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of the
vehicle.

Air conditioning system
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Anti-lock braking system

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Introduction
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks

Engine oil

Battery

Explosive gas

Battery acid

Fan warning

Brake fluid - non petroleum
based

Fasten safety belt

Brake system

Front airbag

Cabin air filter

Front fog lamps

Check fuel cap

Fuel pump reset

Child safety door lock or unlock

Fuse compartment

Child seat lower anchor

Hazard warning flashers

Child seat tether anchor

Heated rear window

Cruise control

Heated windshield

Do not open when hot

Interior luggage compartment
release

Engine air filter

Jack

Engine coolant

Keep out of reach of children

E71340

E161353

Lighting control

Engine coolant temperature

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Introduction
Low tire pressure warning

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING

Maintain correct fluid level

Some constituents of engine
exhaust, certain vehicle components,
certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Note operating instructions

Panic alarm

PERCHLORATE

Parking aid

Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, safety belt
pretensioners and remote control batteries
may contain perchlorate material. Special
handling may apply for service or vehicle
end of life disposal.

E139213

Parking brake

Power steering fluid

For more information visit:
Power windows front/rear

Web Address

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate

Power window lockout

FORD CREDIT

Service engine soon

(U.S. Only)
Side airbag

Ford Credit offers a full range of financing
and lease plans to help you acquire your
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for
your business.

Shield the eyes

For your convenience we offer a number
of ways to contact us, as well as to help
manage your account.

E167012

Stability control
E138639

Phone: 1-800-727-7000

Windshield wash and wipe

For more information regarding Ford Credit,
as well as to access Account Manager,
please go to www.fordcredit.com.

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Introduction
Warranty on Replacement Parts

REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage
caused to your vehicle as a result of the
failure of non-Ford parts may not be
covered by the Ford Warranty. For
additional information, refer to the terms
and conditions of the Ford Warranty.

Your vehicle has been built to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.

SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs

For a detailed description of what is
covered and what is not covered by your
vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
refer to the Warranty Manual that is
provided to you along with your Owner’s
Manual.

One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and
Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these
specifications.

Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls.

Collision Repairs

WARNINGS
You risk death or serious injury to
yourself and others if you do not
follow the instruction highlighted by
the warning symbol. Failure to follow the
specific warnings and instructions could
result in personal injury.

We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents do happen. Genuine
Ford replacement collision parts meet our
stringent requirements for fit, finish,
structural integrity, corrosion protection
and dent resistance. During vehicle
development we validate these parts
deliver the intended level of protection as
a whole system. A great way to know for
sure you are getting this level of protection
is to use genuine Ford replacement
collision parts.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child
or infant seats should NEVER be
placed in front of an active
passenger airbag.

On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle’s On-board Diagnostics
(OBD-II) system has a data port for
diagnostics, repair and reprogramming
services with diagnostic scan tools.
Installing a non-Ford-approved
aftermarket OBD plug-in device that uses
the port during normal driving, for example

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Introduction
remote insurance company monitoring,
remote vehicle diagnostics, telematics or
engine reprogramming, may cause
interference or damage to vehicle systems.
We do not recommend or endorse the use
of any non-Ford-approved aftermarket
OBD plug-in devices. The vehicle Warranty
may not cover damage caused by any
non-Ford-approved aftermarket OBD
plug-in device.

EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that
are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment
listed as standard may be different on units
built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s
Manual for all other required
information and warnings.

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

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Environment
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
You must play your part in protecting the
environment. Correct vehicle usage and
the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant
steps toward this aim.

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Steering Wheel
ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel
when your vehicle is moving.

1
E161517

Pull and hold the steering wheel
release lever.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position then release the lever.

CRUISE CONTROL

E161518

See Cruise Control (page 37).

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Wipers and Washers
WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Press the end of the stalk to activate the
washer.

Note: Fully defrost the windshield before
switching on the windshield wipers.

•

Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are
switched off before entering a car wash.

•

Note: Clean the windshield and wiper
blades if they begin to leave streaks or
smears. If that doesn't resolve the issue,
install new wiper blades.

•

A brief press causes a single wipe
without washer fluid.
A quick press and hold causes the
wipers to swipe three times with
washer fluid.
A long press and hold will activate the
wipers and washer fluid for up to 10
seconds.

Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield.

E161462

E161461

Rotate the end of the control:
•
•

away from you to increase the wiper
speed
toward you to decrease the wiper
speed

WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washer before wiping a dry
windshield.
Note: Do not operate the washers when
the washer reservoir is empty. This may
cause the washer pump to overheat.

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Lighting
Headlamp Flasher

LIGHTING CONTROL

A
P

B
C

E161458
E161456

Off.

Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and
tail lamps.

Slightly pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the headlamps.

INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER

Headlamps.

Note: If you disconnect the battery or it
becomes discharged, the dimmer switch
will require re-calibration. Rotate the
dimmer switch from the full dim position to
the full dome/on position to reset.

High Beams

Note: Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the interior
lamps.

E161457

Push the lever away from you to switch
the high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.

E161459

Move the control up or down to adjust the
intensity of the panel lighting.

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Lighting
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (If
Equipped)

WARNING
The daytime running lamps system
does not activate the rear lamps and
may not provide adequate lighting
during low visibility driving conditions. Also,
the autolamps switch position may not
activate the headlamps in all low visibility
conditions, such as daytime fog. Make sure
the headlamps are switched to auto or on,
as appropriate, during all low visibility
conditions. Failure to do so may result in a
crash.
The system switches the low beam
headlamps on at a reduced intensity in
daylight conditions.
To switch the system on, switch the
ignition on, and switch the lighting control
to the off or parking lamp position.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

E161460

Push the lever up or down to use the
direction indicators.
Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the
direction indicators flash three times to
indicate a lane change.

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Instrument Cluster
GAUGES

E192271

Engine oil pressure gauge.

Tachometer.

Information display.

Speedometer.

Transmission fluid temperature gauge.

Engine coolant temperature gauge.

Fuel gauge.

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Instrument Cluster
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge

If the gauge is operating in the yellow or
red area, stop the vehicle and verify the
airflow is not restricted such as snow or
debris blocking airflow through the grill. If
the gauge continues to show high
temperatures, see your authorized dealer.

Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle
should stay in the normal operating range
(between L and H). If the needle falls
below the normal range, stop the vehicle,
turn off the engine and check the engine
oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is
correct, have your vehicle checked by your
authorized dealer.

Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
WARNING

Speedometer

Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.

Indicates vehicle speed. Vehicle speed is
limited to either 65 mph (105 km/h) or 75
mph (120 km/h).

At normal operating temperature, the
needle will remain in the center section.

Transmission Fluid Temperature
Gauge

Note: Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been resolved.

Normal area
The transmission fluid is within the normal
operating temperature (between H and
C).

If the needle enters the red section, the
engine is overheating. Stop the engine,
switch the ignition off and determine the
cause once the engine has cooled down.

Yellow area

Fuel Gauge

The transmission fluid is higher than
normal operating temperature. This can
be caused by special operation conditions
(i.e. snowplowing, towing or off-road use).
Operating the transmission for extended
periods of time with the gauge in the
yellow area may cause internal
transmission damage. Altering the severity
of the driving conditions is recommended
to lower the transmission temperature into
the normal range.

Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge
indicates approximately how much fuel
you have left in the fuel tank. The arrow
adjacent to the fuel pump symbol
indicates on which side of your vehicle the
fuel filler door is located.
The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, have an authorized
dealer check the system soon.

Red area
The transmission fluid is overheating. Stop
the vehicle to allow the temperature to
return to normal range.

After refueling, some variability in the
position of the needle is normal:

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Instrument Cluster
•

•

It may take a short time for the needle
to reach F after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of the pavement at the gas
station.
The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the
gauge indicated. This is normal and
depends upon the slope of the
pavement at the gas station.

•

If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
There is a small reserve left in the tank
when the fuel gauge reaches empty.

Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at one-sixteenth or about
50 miles (80 km) to empty, whichever
occurs first.

Variations:
Note: The low fuel warning and distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel
gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
Driving type (fuel economy
conditions)

Fuel gauge position

Distance-to-empty

Highway driving

1/16th

30 miles to 80 miles (48 km
to 129 km)

Severe duty driving (trailer
towing, extended idle)

1/16th-1/4

10 miles to 35 miles (16 km
to 56 km)

Anti-Lock Braking System

WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS

If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You will continue
to have the normal braking system
(without ABS) unless the brake system
warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the
system checked by your authorized dealer.

The following warning lamps and
indicators will alert you to a vehicle
condition that may become serious. Some
lamps will illuminate when you start your
vehicle to make sure they work. If any
lamps remain on after starting your vehicle,
refer to the respective system warning
lamp for further information.

Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.

Note: Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp but do not display
when you start your vehicle.

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Instrument Cluster
Brake System

E144522

Cruise Control (If Equipped)

Illuminates when you engage the
parking brake with the ignition
on.

E71340

If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates low brake fluid level or a brake
system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by your authorized
dealer.

Illuminates when you switch this
feature on. See Using Cruise
Control (page 37).

Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right
direction indicator or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If
the indicators stay on or flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb.

WARNING

Electronic Throttle Control

Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance
may occur. It will take you longer to stop
your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by
your authorized dealer immediately. Driving
extended distances with the parking brake
engaged can cause brake failure and the
risk of personal injury.

Illuminates when the engine has
defaulted to a limp-home
operation. See your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.

Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime will
sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt.

Brake Reserve System (If Equipped)
Illuminates to indicate normal
hydromax booster reserve
system activation when the
engine is off and the service brake pedal is
applied.

High Beam

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Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on. It will
flash when you use the
headlamp flasher.

This light may also illuminate momentarily
if the engine is running and the driver turns
the steering wheel fully in one direction
while braking.

Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soon
indicator light stays illuminated
after the engine is started, it
indicates that the On-Board Diagnostics
(OBD-II) system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emissions
control system. Refer to On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel and
Refueling chapter for more information
about having your vehicle serviced. See
Emission Control System (page 29).

If the light remains on while the engine is
running, this indicates inadequate hydraulic
booster pressure or reserve pump system
failure. Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible and seek service immediately by
your authorized dealer.

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Instrument Cluster
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is
occurring which could damage your
catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate
fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle
serviced immediately.

•
•

•

WARNING

Stage 1 is a single chime when the
engine temperature begins to overheat.
Stage 2 is multiple chimes and engine
power becomes limited in order to help
cool the engine.
Stage 3 is multiple chimes and the
engine will shut down.

Under engine misfire conditions,
excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic
converter, the fuel system, interior floor
coverings or other vehicle components,
possibly causing a fire. Have your vehicle
serviced immediately.

Headlamps On Warning Chime

The service engine soon indicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first turned
on prior to engine start to check the bulb
and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready
for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.

Sounds when you open the driver's door
and you have left the key in the ignition.

Sounds when you remove the key from the
ignition and open the driver's door and you
have left the headlamps or parking lamps
on.

Key in Ignition Warning Chime

Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking
brake on and drive your vehicle. If the
warning chime remains on after you have
released the parking brake, have the
system checked by your authorized dealer
immediately.

Normally, the service engine soon light will
stay on until the engine is cranked, then
turn itself off if no malfunctions are
present. However, if after 15 seconds the
service engine soon light blinks eight times,
it means that the vehicle is not ready for
I/M testing. See Emission Control
System (page 29).

Shift to Park Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's door
and your vehicle is not in park.

Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the tow/haul
feature has been activated. If the
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light flashes steadily, have the
system serviced immediately, damage to
the transmission could occur.

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Fail-Safe Cooling Warning Chime
Sounds when the coolant gauge pointer
has moved to hot. There are three stages
of chimes:

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Information Displays
•

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING

•

Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

•

Press the info button to scroll through
trip, outside air temperature, engine
hours and miles to empty.
Press the setup button to scroll
through various vehicle feature
settings.
Press the reset button to choose
settings, reset information and confirm
messages.

Info

Various systems on your vehicle can be
controlled using the information display
controls on the steering wheel.
Corresponding information is displayed in
the information display.
E161507

Information Display Controls

Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle
through the following features:
TRIP
Registers the distance of individual
journeys. Press and release the INFO
button until the TRIP appears in the
display. Press and hold the RESET button
to reset
XXX° (outside air temperature)
This displays the outside temperature.

E197545

MILES (km) TO E
This displays an estimate of approximately
how far you can drive with the fuel
remaining in your tank under normal driving
conditions. Remember to turn the ignition
off when refueling to allow this feature to
correctly detect the added fuel.

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Information Displays
The DTE function will display a message
in the information display when you have
approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty.
Press RESET to clear this warning
message. It will return at approximately 25
miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0
miles (0 km) miles to empty.

PRESS RESET FOR SYS CHECK

DTE is calculated using a running average
fuel economy, which is based on your
recent driving history of 500 miles (800
km).

Note: Some systems show a message only
if a condition is present

When this message appears, press the
RESET button and the message center will
begin to cycle through the following
systems and provide a status of the item
if needed.

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ENG HRS
Registers the accumulated time the engine
has been running.

ENGINE TEMP
TRANS TEMP
OIL PRESSURE
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
FUEL LEVEL (if equipped)

UNITS

System check and vehicle feature
customization

Displays the current units English or Metric
Press the RESET button to change from
English to Metric.
ENGLISH RESET FOR NEW
Allows you to choose which language the
message center will display in. Selectable
languages are English, Spanish, or French.
Press the RESET button to cycle the
message center through English, Spanish
and French language choices. Press and
hold the RESET button for two seconds to
set the language choice.

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Press the SETUP button repeatedly to
cycle the message center through the
following features:

INFORMATION MESSAGES

Note: When returning to the SETUP menu
and a non-English language has been
selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will
be displayed to change back to English.
Press and hold the RESET button to change
back to English.

Note: Depending on the vehicle options
equipped with your vehicle, not all of the
messages will display or be available.
Certain messages may be abbreviated or
shortened depending upon which cluster
type you have.
Press the RESET button to acknowledge
and remove some messages from the
information display. Other messages will
be removed automatically after a short
time.

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Information Displays
Certain messages need to be confirmed

before you can access the menus.

Engine
Message

Action

REDUCED ENGINE POWER

The engine is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon
as safely possible, turn off the engine. If the warning
stays on followed by an indicator chime or continues
to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while
the engine is running or hot.

STOP ENGINE SAFELY

CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE

The engine coolant is overheating. Stop your vehicle
as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let
it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. If the
warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FUEL LEVEL LOW

A early reminder of a low fuel condition.

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Information Displays
Maintenance
Message

Action

LOW OIL PRESSURE

The engine oil pressure is low. Check the level of the
engine oil. If the oil level is OK and this warning persists,
shut down the engine immediately and contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Engine Oil
Check (page 83).

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

The brake fluid level is low and the brake system
should be inspected immediately. See Brake Fluid
Check (page 88).

CHECK FUEL CAP

The fuel cap is loose, not seated properly or off. Stop
your vehicle when convenient, turn off the engine and
check that you inserted the fuel cap properly. Rotate
the cap until you hear a click. The warning message
switches off after a proper drive cycle is completed.
See Emission Control System (page 29). If the
warning message remains on or continues to comes
back on, see an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Transmission
Message

Action

CHECK TRANS TEMPERATURE

The transmission fluid is overheating. This warning
may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving
in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period
of time. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible,
turn off the engine and let the transmission cool.

SHIFT TO PARK

A reminder to apply the brakes, then shift to park.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine
GENERAL INFORMATION

IGNITION SWITCH

WARNINGS
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.

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B

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.

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A (accessory) - Allows the electrical
accessories, such as the radio, to operate
while the engine is not running.

Do not start the engine in a closed
garage or in other enclosed areas.
Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start the
engine.

Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long. This could cause your
vehicle battery to lose charge.
B (lock) - Locks the gearshift lever and
allows key removal.

If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes.

C (off) - The ignition is off.
Note: When you switch the ignition off and
leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in
the ignition. This could cause your vehicle
battery to lose charge.

If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately 5 miles
(8 kilometers) after you reconnect it. This
is because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You can
disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.

D (on) - All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
E (start) - Cranks the engine.

STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE

The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.

When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases, this helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine.

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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving

Before starting the engine check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P) or neutral (N).
• Turn the ignition key to the on position.

WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine.

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position to
start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.

Put the transmission into neutral (N)
and use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift
into park (P) or neutral (N) and switch
the ignition off.
3. Apply the parking brake.

Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.

Failure to Start

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:

WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects.

1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
3. Start the engine.

Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary

Important Ventilating Information

1. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Turn the key to the off position.
3. Apply the parking brake.

If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods of time, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
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Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
Set your climate control to outside air.

Starting and Stopping the Engine
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If
Equipped)

WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.

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Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock.
Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage.

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Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.

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We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold

Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It achieves
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation.
Using the heater longer than three hours
does not improve system performance and
unnecessarily uses electricity.

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temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
Do not use multiple extension cords.
Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.

Fuel and Refueling
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNINGS
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The
pressure in an overfilled tank may
cause leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.
The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel
capless fuel system), do not refuel until
the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray
out, which could cause serious personal
injury.

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Automotive fuels can cause serious
injury or death if misused or
mishandled.

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Flow of fuel through a fuel pump
nozzle can produce static electricity.
This can cause a fire if you are filling
an ungrounded fuel container.
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Fuel ethanol and gasoline may
contain benzene, which is a
cancer-causing agent.
When refueling always shut the
engine off and never allow sparks or
open flames near the filler neck.
Never smoke or use a cell phone while
refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely
hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid
inhaling excess fumes.

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Observe the following guidelines when
handling automotive fuel:
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Extinguish all smoking materials and
any open flames before refueling your
vehicle.
Always turn off the vehicle before
refueling.

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Automotive fuels can be harmful or
fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as
gasoline is highly toxic and if
swallowed can cause death or
permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,
call a physician immediately, even if no
symptoms are immediately apparent.
The toxic effects of fuel may not be
visible for hours.
Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too
much fuel vapor of any kind can lead
to eye and respiratory tract irritation.
In severe cases, excessive or prolonged
breathing of fuel vapor can cause
serious illness and permanent injury.
Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If
fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove
contact lenses (if worn), flush with
water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. Failure to seek proper
medical attention could lead to
permanent injury.
Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed
through the skin. If fuel is splashed on
the skin, clothing or both, promptly
remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Repeated or prolonged skin
contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes
skin irritation.
Be particularly careful if you are taking
“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram
for the treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin
contact could cause an adverse
reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness may result.
If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly
wash skin thoroughly with soap and
water. Consult a physician immediately
if you experience an adverse reaction.

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FUEL QUALITY
Choosing the Right Fuel

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The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.

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Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.

We recommend regular unleaded gasoline
with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87, particularly in high altitude
areas. We do not recommend fuels with
an octane rating below 87.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

For vehicles with EcoBoost engines, to
provide improved performance, we
recommend premium fuel for severe duty
usage such as trailer tow.

Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
powertrain components.

Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that may not be covered
by the vehicle Warranty.

If you have run out of fuel:
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Note: Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.

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Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).

You may need to cycle the ignition from
off to on several times after refueling
to allow the fuel system to pump the
fuel from the tank to the engine. On
restarting, cranking time will take a few
seconds longer than normal. With
keyless ignition, just start the engine.
Crank time will be longer than usual.
Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of
fuel is enough to restart the engine. If
the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep
grade, more than 1 gallon (3.8 liters)
may be required.
The service engine soon indicator may
come on. For more information on the
service engine soon indicator, See
Warning Lamps and Indicators
(page 15).

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Use the following guidelines to avoid
electrostatic charge build-up when filling
an ungrounded fuel container:
• Place approved fuel container on the
ground.
• Do not fill a fuel container while it is in
the vehicle (including the cargo area).
• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact
with the fuel container while filling.
• Do not use a device that would hold
the fuel pump handle in the fill position.

REFUELING
WARNINGS
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel
fire can cause severe injuries.
Read and follow all the instructions
on the pump island.
Turn off your engine when you are
refueling.
Do not smoke if you are near fuel or
refueling your vehicle.

Fuel Filler Cap

Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from fuel.

WARNINGS
The fuel system may be under
pressure. If you hear a hissing sound
near the fuel filler door, do not refuel
until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious
personal injury.

Stay outside your vehicle and do not
leave the fuel pump unattended
when refueling your vehicle. This is
against the law in some places.
Keep children away from the fuel
pump; never let children pump fuel.

If you do not use the proper fuel filler
cap, excessive pressure or vacuum
in the fuel tank may damage the fuel
system or cause the fuel cap to disengage
in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.

Do not use personal electronic
devices while refueling.
Wait at least 10 seconds before
removing the fuel pump nozzle to
allow any residual fuel to drain into
the fuel tank.

Note: If you must replace the fuel filler cap,
replace it with a fuel filler cap that is
designed for your vehicle. The customer
warranty may be void for any damage to the
fuel tank or fuel system if the correct
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified
fuel filler cap is not used.

Stop refueling after the fuel pump
nozzle automatically shuts off for the
second time. Failure to follow this
will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank
and could lead to fuel overflowing.
Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle
from its fully inserted position when
refueling.

Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed
design with a 1/4th turn on and off feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Put your vehicle in park (P).
2. Switch the engine off.
3. Carefully turn the filler cap
counterclockwise until it spins off.
4. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel
filler pipe.

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Fuel and Refueling
Filling the Tank

5. To install the cap, align the tabs on the
cap with the notches on the filler pipe.
6. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a
turn clockwise until it clicks at least
once.

For consistent results when filling the fuel
tank:
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If the Check Fuel Cap light or a Check Fuel
Cap message appears in the instrument
cluster and stays on after you start the
engine, you may not have installed the fuel
filler properly.

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If the fuel cap light remains on, at the next
opportunity, safely pull off of the road,
remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap
properly and reinstall it. The check fuel cap
light or Check fuel cap message may not
reset immediately. It may take several
driving cycles for the indicators to turn off.
A driving cycle consists of an engine
start-up (after four or more hours with the
engine off) followed by normal city and
highway driving.

Results are most accurate when the filling
method is consistent.

Calculating Fuel Economy
Do not measure fuel economy during the
first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) of
driving (this is your engine’s break-in
period); a more accurate measurement is
obtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles
(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,
fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuel
gauge readings are not accurate ways to
measure fuel economy.

FUEL CONSUMPTION
Empty reserve is the amount of fuel
remaining in the 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.
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2.

The usable capacity of the fuel tank is
the amount of fuel that can be added
into the tank after the gauge indicates
empty
The advertised capacity is the total fuel
tank size. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 118). It is the
combined usable capacity plus the
empty reserve.
Due to the empty reserve, you may not
be able to refuel the full amount of the
advertised capacity of the fuel tank
even when the fuel gauge reads empty.

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Turn the ignition off before fueling; an
inaccurate reading results if the engine
is left running.
Use the same fill rate
(low-medium-high) each time the tank
is filled.
Allow no more than two automatic
click-offs when filling.

Fill the fuel tank completely and record
the initial odometer reading.
Each time you fill the tank, record the
amount of fuel added.
After at least 3 to 5 tank fill ups, fill the
fuel tank and record the current
odometer reading.
Subtract your initial odometer reading
from the current odometer reading.
Calculate fuel economy by dividing
miles traveled by gallons used (For
Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then
divide by kilometers traveled).

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Keep a record for at least 1 month and
record the type of driving (city or highway).
This provides an accurate estimate of the
vehicle’s fuel economy under current
driving conditions. Additionally, keeping
records during summer and winter show
how temperature impacts fuel economy.
In general, lower temperatures mean lower
fuel economy.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
WARNINGS
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.
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 dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.

Conditions
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Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
trailer may reduce fuel economy at any
speed.
Carrying unnecessary weight may
reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400
pounds [180 kilograms] of weight
carried).
Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks) may reduce fuel economy.
Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 8–10
miles (12–16 kilometers) of driving.
Driving on flat terrain offers improved
fuel economy as compared to driving
on hilly terrain.
Transmissions give their best fuel
economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure
on the gas pedal.
Close windows for high speed driving.

Your vehicle is equipped with various
emission control components and a
catalytic converter that will enable your
vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards. To make sure that the
catalytic converter and other emission
control components continue to work
properly:
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Use only the specified fuel listed.
Avoid running out of fuel.
Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high
speeds.
Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.

The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraft
or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance
replacements, or for service of
components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be the
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability.

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Fuel and Refueling
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, 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.

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An improperly operating or damaged
exhaust system may allow exhaust to
enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or
improperly operating exhaust system
inspected and repaired immediately.

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You can correct these temporary
malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with
good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel
fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry
out. After three driving cycles without these
or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the service engine soon indicator
should stay off the next time you start the
engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold
engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving. No additional vehicle
service is required.

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
also lists engine displacement

If the service engine soon indicator remains
on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity. Although some
malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may
not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with the service engine
soon indicator on can result in increased
emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced
engine and transmission smoothness, and
lead to more costly repairs.

Please consult your warranty information
for complete details.

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle has a computer known as the
on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) that
monitors the engine’s emission control
system. The system protects the
environment by making sure that your
vehicle continues to meet government
emission standards. The OBD-II system
also assists a service technician in properly
servicing your vehicle.

Readiness for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
Testing
Some state/provincial and local
governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs
to inspect the emission control equipment
on your vehicle. Failure to pass this
inspection could prevent you from getting
a vehicle registration.

When the service engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II
system has detected a
malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may
cause the service engine soon indicator to
illuminate.
Examples of temporary malfunctions are:

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the vehicle has run out of fuel—the
engine may misfire or run poorly
poor fuel quality or water in the
fuel—the engine may misfire or run
poorly
the fuel fill inlet may not have closed
properly. See Refueling (page 27).
driving through deep water—the
electrical system may be wet.

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If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does
not work, you may need to have
the vehicle serviced. See On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD-II).

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 engine must warm up to
its normal operating temperature. Once
started, do not turn off the engine until the
above driving cycle is complete. If the
vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, you
will have to repeat the above driving cycle.

Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if
the service engine soon indicator is on or
not working properly (bulb is burned out),
or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems
have not been properly checked. In this
case, your vehicle is not ready for I/M
testing.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has
just been serviced, or the battery has
recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To
determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M
testing, turn the ignition key to the on
position for 15 seconds without cranking
the engine. If the service engine soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that
the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if
the service engine soon indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for
I/M testing.
The OBD-II system monitors the emission
control system during normal driving. A
complete check may take several days. If
the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, you
may need to perform the following driving
cycle consisting of mixed city and highway
driving:
Drive on an expressway or highway for a
steady 15 minutes, followed by 20 minutes
of stop-and-go driving with at least four
30-second idle periods.

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Transmission
Reverse (R)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), your
vehicle will move backward. Always come
to a complete stop before shifting into and
out of reverse (R).

WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fully
and latch the gearshift in park (P).
Turn the ignition to the off position
and remove the key whenever you leave
your vehicle.

Neutral (N)
With the gearshift lever in neutral (N), your
vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
Hold the brake pedal down while in this
position.

Do not apply the brake pedal and
accelerator pedal simultaneously.
Applying both pedals simultaneously
for more than three seconds will limit
engine rpm, which may result in difficulty
maintaining speed in traffic and could lead
to serious injury.

Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position for
the best fuel economy. The overdrive
function allows automatic upshifts through
all available gears.

Understanding the Positions of
Your Automatic Transmission

Fourth (4)
Transmission starts and operates in fourth
(4) gear only. Used for improved traction
on slippery roads.
Second (2)
Transmission operates in second (2) gear
only. Use second (2) gear to start-up on
slippery roads.

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Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:

First (1)

1. Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the
desired gear.
3. Come to a complete stop.
4. Move the gearshift lever and securely
latch it in park (P)

•
•
•
•

Park (P)
This position locks the transmission and
prevents the wheels from turning.

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Transmission operates in first (1) gear
only.
Provides maximum engine braking.
Allows upshifts by moving gearshift
lever.
Will not downshift into first (1) gear at
high speeds; allows for first (1) gear
when vehicle reaches slower speeds.

Transmission
Tow/Haul Mode

The tow/haul feature:
• Delays upshifts to reduce the frequency
of transmission shifting.
• Provides engine braking in all forward
gears, which will slow your vehicle and
assist you in controlling your vehicle
when descending a grade.
• Depending on driving conditions and
load conditions, may downshift the
transmission, slow your vehicle and
control your vehicle speed when
descending a hill, without pressing the
accelerator pedal. The amount of
downshift braking provided will vary
based upon the amount the brake
pedal is pressed.

WARNING
Do not use the tow/haul feature
when driving in icy or slippery
conditions as the increased engine
braking can cause the wheels to slide and
your vehicle to swing around with the
possible loss of vehicle control.

The tow/haul feature improves
transmission operation when towing a
trailer or a heavy load. All transmission
gear ranges are available when using
tow/haul.
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Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning

To activate tow/haul, press the
button on the gearshift lever
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once. The TOW HAUL indicator
light will illuminate in the instrument
cluster.

This feature may increase durability and
provide consistent shift feel over the life
of your vehicle. A new vehicle or
transmission may have firm shifts, soft
shifts or both. This operation is considered
normal and will not affect function or
durability of the transmission. Over time,
the adaptive learning process will fully
update transmission operation.

To deactivate the tow/haul feature and
return to normal driving mode, press the
button on the gearshift lever again. The
TOW HAUL light will deactivate. Tow/haul
will also deactivate when your power down
your vehicle.

Forced Downshifts
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•
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Allowed in drive (D) with the tow/haul
feature on or off.
Press the accelerator pedal to the floor.
Allows transmission to select an
appropriate gear.

Transmission
Brake-Shift Interlock

If the fuse is not blown and the brake
lamps are working properly, the following
procedure will allow you to move the
gearshift lever from park (P):

WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the brake lamps are
working.

Apply the parking brake. Turn key to
the lock position, and then remove the
key.
2. Disconnect the negative (black)
battery cable from the battery.
3. Insert the key and turn to the off
position. Shift the transmission to
neutral (N).
4. Reconnect the negative (black) battery
cable to the battery.
5. Start the vehicle.
Note: See your authorized dealer as soon
as possible if this procedure is used.

If your brake lamps are not working
properly or if you have disconnected
the vehicle battery cables, the
vehicle brake lamps and hazard flashers
may not properly warn traffic of a vehicle
breakdown or approaching danger, which
can increase the risk of serious injury or
death. To minimize the risk of serious injury
or death, be aware of your surroundings,
use other hazard signaling devices if
available, and move the vehicle to a safe
location away from traffic as soon as
possible.

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud
or Snow

When doing this procedure, you will
be taking the vehicle out of park
which means the vehicle can roll
freely. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, always fully set the parking
brake prior to doing this procedure. Use
wheel chocks if appropriate.

Note: Do not rock your vehicle if the engine
is not at normal operating temperature or
damage to the transmission may occur.
Note: Do not rock your vehicle for more
than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the
engine may overheat.

If the parking brake is fully released,
but the brake warning lamp remains
illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized
dealer.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,
you may rock it out by shifting between
forward and reverse gears, stopping
between shifts in a steady pattern. Press
lightly on the accelerator in each gear.

Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift
interlock feature that prevents moving the
gearshift lever from park (P) when the
ignition is in the on position and the brake
pedal is not pressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out
of park (P) position with the ignition in the
on position and the brake pedal pressed,
a malfunction may have occurred. It is
possible that a fuse has blown or your
vehicle’s brake lamps are not operating
properly. See Fuse Specification Chart
(page 63).

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Brakes
Hydraulic brake booster system
(Hydroboost or Hydromax)

GENERAL INFORMATION
Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. If
a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or
continuous squeal sound is present, the
brake linings may be worn-out and should
be inspected by an authorized dealer. If the
vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder
in the steering wheel while braking, the
vehicle should be inspected by an
authorized dealer.

The Hydroboost and Hydromax systems
receive fluid pressure from the power
steering pump to provide power assist
during braking.
The Hydromax booster receives backup
pressure from the reserve system electric
pump whenever the fluid in the power
steering system is not flowing. When the
engine is off, the pump will turn on if the
brake pedal is applied, or if the ignition is
turned to the on position.

Note: Brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels, even under normal driving
conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
brakes wear and does not contribute to
brake noise. See Cleaning the Alloy
Wheels (page 95).

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The sound of the pump operating may be
heard by the driver, but this is a normal
characteristic of the system.
The reserve system provides reduced
braking power, so the vehicle should be
operated under these conditions with
caution, and only to seek service repair and
remove the vehicle from the roadway.

See the Instrument Cluster
chapter for information on the
brake system warning light.

Wet brakes result in reduced braking
efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a
few times when driving from a car wash or
standing water to dry the brakes.

Note: For Hydromax-equipped vehicles
operating under normal conditions, the noise
of the fluid flowing through the booster may
be heard whenever the brake is applied. This
condition is normal. Vehicle service is not
required.

Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedal
becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady
and firm pressure to the brake pedal to
slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, apply the
brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe
stop. Turn the engine off, shift the
transmission into park (P), apply the
parking brake, and then inspect the
accelerator pedal for any interferences. If
none are found and the condition persists,
have your vehicle towed to the nearest
authorized dealer.

If braking performance or pedal response
becomes very poor, even when the pedal
is strongly pressed, it may indicate the
presence of air in the hydraulic system or
leakage of fluid. Stop the vehicle safely as
soon as possible and seek service
immediately.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Note: When the system is operating, the
brake pedal will pulse and may travel
further. Maintain pressure on the brake
pedal. You may also hear a noise from the
system. This is normal.

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Brakes
The anti-lock braking system will not
eliminate the risks when:
• You drive too closely to the vehicle in
front of you.
• Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
• You take corners too fast.
• The road surface is poor.

To release the parking brake:
• For vehicles equipped with a foot
operated parking brake, pull the
parking brake release lever.
• For vehicles equipped with a hand
operated parking brake, push the
parking brake lever down.

PARKING BRAKE
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure the transmission
selector lever is placed in park (P).
Failure to set the parking brake and engage
park could result in vehicle roll-away,
property damage or bodily injury. Turn the
ignition to the lock position and remove
the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
Apply the parking brake whenever your
vehicle is parked.
• For vehicles equipped with a foot
operated parking brake, press the pedal
downward to set the parking brake.
• For vehicle equipped with a hand
operated parking brake, pull the
parking brake lever up to set the
parking brake.
The brake warning lamp in the
instrument cluster illuminates
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when the ignition is turned on
and the parking brake is applied.
The parking brake is not recommended to
stop a moving vehicle. However, if the
normal brakes fail, the parking brake can
be used to stop your vehicle in an
emergency. Your vehicle's stopping
distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely
affected.

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Cruise Control
The indicator displays in the
instrument cluster.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
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Cruise control lets you maintain a set
speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. You can use cruise
control when your vehicle speed is greater
than 20 mph (30 km/h).

Setting the Cruise Speed
1. Drive to desired speed.
2. Press and release SET ACCEL.
3. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.

USING CRUISE CONTROL

Changing the Set Speed

WARNINGS
Do not use cruise control on winding
roads, in heavy traffic or when the
road surface is slippery. This could
result in loss of vehicle control, serious
injury or death.

•

When you are going downhill, your
vehicle speed may increase above
the set speed. The system will not
apply the brakes. Change down a gear to
assist the system in maintaining the set
speed. Failure to do so could result in loss
of vehicle control, serious injury or death.

•

Note: Cruise control will disengage if the
vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph
(16 km/h) below the set speed while driving
uphill.

•

Press and release SET ACCEL to
increase or COAST to decrease the set
speed. When You select km/h as the
display measurement in the
information display, the set speed
changes in approximately 2 km/h
increments. When you select mph as
the display measurement in the
information display, the set speed
changes in approximately 1 mph
increments.
Press the accelerator or brake pedal
until you reach the desired speed. Press
and release SET ACCEL.
Press and hold SET ACCEL to increase
or COAST to decrease the set speed.
Release the control when you reach
the desired speed.

Canceling the Set Speed
Tap the brake pedal. The set speed will
not erase.
Resuming the Set Speed
Press and release RES.
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Switching Cruise Control Off

The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel.

Press and release OFF when the system
is in stand by mode or switch the ignition
off.

Switching Cruise Control On
Press and release ON.

Note: You erase the set speed when you
switch the system off.

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Load Carrying
the following terms for
determining your vehicle’s weight
ratings, with or without a trailer,
from the vehicle’s Tire Label or
Safety Compliance Certification
Label:
Base Curb Weight - is the weight
of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard
equipment. It does not include
passengers, cargo, or optional
equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight - is the
weight of your new vehicle when
you picked it up from your
authorized dealer plus any
aftermarket equipment.

LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and
without a Trailer
This section will guide you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer or both, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle will provide maximum
return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your
vehicle, familiarize yourself with

CARGO

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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) - is the maximum
allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or
rear). These numbers are shown
on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. The label shall
be affixed to either the door hinge

Cargo Weight - includes all
weight added to the Base Curb
Weight, including cargo and
optional equipment. When towing,
trailer tongue load or king pin
weight is also part of cargo weight.
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is
the total weight placed on each
axle (front and rear) including
vehicle curb weight and all
payload.
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Load Carrying
pillar, door-latch post, or the door
edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver's seating
position. The total load on each
axle must never exceed its

Gross Axle Weight Rating.
Note: For trailer towing
information refer to the RV and
Trailer Towing Guide available at
an authorized dealer.

GVW

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Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The label shall be affixed
to either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position. The Gross Vehicle
Weight must never exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) is the Vehicle Curb Weight, plus
cargo, plus passengers.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) - is the maximum
allowable weight of the fully
loaded vehicle (including all
options, equipment, passengers
and cargo). It is shown on the

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Load Carrying
Example only:

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WARNING
Exceeding the Safety
Compliance Certification
Label vehicle weight rating limits
could result in substandard
vehicle handling or performance,
engine, transmission or structural
damage, serious damage to the
vehicle, loss of control and
personal injury.

GCW

GVW

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Load Carrying
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
- is the Gross Vehicle Weight plus
the weight of the fully loaded
trailer.
GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating) - is the maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle
and the loaded trailer, including
all cargo and passengers, that the
vehicle can handle without risking
damage. (Important: The towing
vehicle’s braking system is rated
for operation at Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating, not at Gross
Combined Weight Rating.)
Separate functional brakes should
be used for safe control of towed
vehicles and for trailers where the
Gross Combined Weight of the
towing vehicle plus the trailer
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating of the towing vehicle. The
Gross Combined Weight must
never exceed the Gross
Combined Weight Rating.
Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight - is the highest possible
weight of a fully loaded trailer the
vehicle can tow. It assumes a
vehicle with mandatory options,
driver and front passenger weight
(150 pounds [68 kilograms]
each), no cargo weight (internal
or external) and a tongue load of
10–15% (conventional trailer).
Consult an authorized dealer (or
the RV and Trailer Towing Guide
available at an authorized dealer)
for more detailed information.

WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR or
the GAWR specified on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label.
Do not use replacement tires
with lower load carrying
capacities than the original tires
because they may lower the
vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR
limitations. Replacement tires
with a higher limit than the original
tires do not increase the GVWR
and GAWR limitations.
Exceeding any vehicle weight
rating limitation could result
in serious damage to the vehicle
and/or personal injury.
Steps for determining the
correct load limit:
1. Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
2. Subtract the combined weight
of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lb.
3. The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lb. and there will be
five 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity
is 650 lb. (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
650 lb.)

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Load Carrying
4. Determine the combined weight
of luggage and cargo being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 3.
5. If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity
of your vehicle.
The following gives you a few
examples on how to calculate the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity:
*Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You decide
to go golfing. Is there enough load
capacity to carry you, four of your
friends and all the golf bags? You
and four friends average 220
pounds (99 kilograms) each and
the golf bags weigh approximately
30 pounds (13.5 kilograms) each.
The calculation would be: 1400 (5 x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1400 - 1100
- 150 = 150 pounds. Yes, you have
enough load capacity in your
vehicle to transport four friends
and your golf bags. In metric units,
the calculation would be: 635
kilograms - (5 x 99 kilograms) (5 x 13.5 kilograms) = 635 - 495 67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.

*Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You and
one of your friends decide to pick
up cement from the local home
improvement store to finish that
patio you have been planning for
the past two years. Measuring the
inside of the vehicle with the rear
seat folded down, you have room
for twelve 100-pound
(45-kilogram) bags of cement. Do
you have enough load capacity to
transport the cement to your
home? If you and your friend each
weigh 220 pounds (99 kilograms),
the calculation would be: 1400 (2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1400 - 440
- 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do
not have enough cargo capacity
to carry that much weight. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.
You will need to reduce the load
weight by at least 240 pounds
(104 kilograms). If you remove
three 100-pound (45-kilogram)
cement bags, then the load
calculation would be:1400 - (2 x
220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 900 = 60 pounds. Now you have
the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.

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Load Carrying
The above calculations also
assume that the loads are
positioned in your vehicle in a
manner that does not overload
the Front or the Rear Gross Axle
Weight Rating specified for your
vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. The label shall
be affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door
edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver's seating
position.
Special Loading Instructions
for Owners of Pick-up Trucks
and Utility-type Vehicles
WARNING
Loaded vehicles may handle
differently than unloaded
vehicles. Extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased
stopping distance, should be
taken when driving a heavily
loaded vehicle.
Your vehicle can haul more cargo
and people than most passenger
cars. Depending upon the type
and placement of the load,
hauling cargo and people may
raise the center of gravity of the
vehicle.

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Towing
TOWING A TRAILER

Load Placement

WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR or
the GAWR specified on the
certification label.
Towing trailers beyond the
maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the
limit of the vehicle and could
result in engine damage,
transmission damage, structural
damage, loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover and personal
injury.

To help minimize how trailer
movement affects your vehicle
when driving:
• Load the heaviest items closest
to the trailer floor.
• Load the heaviest items
centered between the left and
right side trailer tires.
• Load the heaviest items above
the trailer axles or just slightly
forward toward the trailer
tongue. Do not allow the final
trailer tongue weight to go
above or below 10-15% of the
loaded trailer weight.
• Select a tow bar with the
correct rise or drop. When both
the loaded vehicle and trailer
are connected, the trailer frame
should be level, or slightly
angled down toward your
vehicle, when viewed from the
side.
When driving with a trailer or
payload, a slight takeoff vibration
or shudder may be present due to
the increased payload weight.
Additional information regarding
proper trailer loading and setting
your vehicle up for towing is
located in another chapter of this
manual. See Load Limit (page
38).
You can also find information in
the RV & Trailer Towing Guide
available at your authorized
dealer, or online.

Your vehicle may have electrical
items, such as fuses or relays,
related to towing. See the Fuses
chapter.
Your vehicle's load capacity
designation is by weight, not by
volume, so you cannot necessarily
use all available space when
loading a vehicle or trailer.
Towing a trailer places an extra
load on your vehicle's engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires
and suspension. Inspect these
components periodically during,
and after, any towing operation.

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Towing

RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online
Website http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
Note: Certain states require
electric trailer brakes for trailers
over a specified weight. Be sure to
check state regulations for this
specified weight. The maximum
trailer weights listed may be limited
to this specified weight, as the
vehicle’s electrical system may not
include the wiring connector
needed to activate electric trailer
brakes.
Your vehicle may tow a trailer
provided the maximum trailer
weight is less than or equal to the
maximum trailer weight listed for
your vehicle configuration on the
following chart.

RECOMMENDED TOWING
WEIGHTS
Note: Do not exceed the trailer
weight for your vehicle
configuration listed in the chart
below.
Note: Make sure to take into
consideration trailer frontal area.
Do not exceed 60 feet² (5.6
meters²) trailer frontal area.
Note: For high altitude operation,
reduce the gross combined weight
by 2% per 1000 feet (300 meters)
starting at the 1000 foot (300
meter) elevation point.
Rear axle
ratio

Maximum
GVWR

Maximum
GCWR

Maximum trailer
weight

4.30

16000 lb (7257
kg)

23000 lb
(10432 kg)

7000 lb (3175 kg)

4.30

18000 lb (8165
kg)

23000 lb
(10432 kg)

5000 lb (2268 kg)

4.88

19500 lb
(8845 kg)

26000 lb
(11793 kg)

6500 lb (2894 kg)

4.88

19500 lb
(8845 kg)

27200 lb
(12338 kg)

7700 lb (3493 kg)

5.38

20500 lb
(9299 kg)

26000 lb
(11793 kg)

5500 lb (2500 kg)

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Rear axle
ratio

Maximum
GVWR

Maximum
GCWR

Maximum trailer
weight

5.38

22000 lb
(9979 kg)

26000 lb
(11793 kg)

4000 lb (1814 kg)

5.38

22000 lb
(9979 kg)

29700 lb
(13472 kg)

7700 lb (3493 kg)

6.17

24000 lb
(10886 kg)

30000 lb
(13608 kg)

6000 lb (2721 kg)

6.17

26000 lb
(11793 kg)

30000 lb
(13608 kg)

4000 lb (1814 kg)

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Towing
When hooking-up a trailer using a
weight-distributing hitch, always use the
following procedure:

ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws
for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with
towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment
specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives
you.

1.
2.

Another chapter of this manual contains
load specification terms found on the tire
label and Safety Compliance label and
instructions on calculating your vehicle's
load. See Load Limit (page 38).

Remember to account for the trailer
tongue weight as part of your vehicle load
when calculating the total vehicle weight.

7.
8.

Hitches

Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle.

Park the loaded vehicle, without the
trailer, on a level surface.
Measure the height to the top of your
vehicle’s front wheel opening on the
fender. This is H1.
Securely attach the loaded trailer to
your vehicle without the
weight-distributing bars connected.
Measure the height to the top of your
vehicle’s front wheel opening on the
fender a second time. This is H2.
Install and adjust the tension in the
weight-distributing bars so that the
height of your vehicle’s front wheel
opening on the fender is approximately
halfway between H1 and H2.
Check that the trailer is level or slightly
nose down toward your vehicle. If not,
adjust the ball height accordingly and
repeat Steps 1-6.
Lock the bar tension adjuster in place.
Check that the trailer tongue securely
attaches and locks onto the hitch.
Install safety chains, lighting and trailer
brake controls as required by law or the
trailer manufacturer.

Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the
total trailer weight is on the tongue.

Safety Chains

Weight-Distributing Hitches

Note: Never attach safety chains to the
bumper.
Always connect the safety chains to the
hook retainers of your vehicle hitch.

WARNING
Do not adjust a weight-distributing
hitch to any position where the rear
bumper of the vehicle is higher than
it was before attaching the trailer. Doing
so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may cause
unpredictable handling, and could result
in serious personal injury.

To connect the safety chains, cross them
under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow
the chains to drag on the ground.

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Towing
Trailer Brakes

Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing up
to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer
combination before starting on a trip.
When turning, make wider turns so the
trailer wheels clear curbs and other
obstacles.

WARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to your
vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle
may not have enough braking power and
your chances of having a collision greatly
increase.

When Towing a Trailer
•

Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you
install them properly and adjust them to
the manufacturer's specifications. The
trailer brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.

•
•

The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.

•

Separate functioning brake systems
are required for safe control of towed
vehicles and trailers weighing more
than 1500 pounds (680 kilograms)
when loaded.

•

Trailer Lamps
•

WARNING
Never connect any trailer lamp wiring
to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this
may damage the electrical system
resulting in fire. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible for assistance
in proper trailer tow wiring installation.
Additional electrical equipment may be
required.

•

Trailer lamps are required on most towed
vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake
lights, direction indicators and hazard lights
are working.

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Do not drive faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi
(800 km).
Do not make full-throttle starts.
Check your hitch, electrical connections
and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly
after you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
gearshift in park (P) to aid engine and
transmission cooling and to help air
conditioning performance.
Switch off the speed control with
heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The
speed control may turn off
automatically when you are towing on
long, steep grades.
Shift to a lower gear when driving down
a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
brakes continuously, as they may
overheat and become less effective.
If your transmission is equipped with a
Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
this feature when towing. This provides
engine braking and helps eliminate
excessive transmission shifting for
optimum fuel economy and
transmission cooling.
Allow more distance for stopping with
a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
brake gradually.
Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
you must park on a grade:
Turn the steering wheel to point your
vehicle tires away from traffic flow.

Towing
2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
3. Place the automatic transmission in
park (P).
4. Place wheel chocks in the front and
back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not
included with vehicle.)

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE

Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before backing the trailer into the water.
Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
after removing the trailer from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level to
rise above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher
than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom
edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions and
reliability.

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If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional towing service or,
if you are a member of a roadside
assistance program, your roadside
assistance service provider. When calling
for a tow truck, let the operator know what
kind of vehicle you have.

Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime
the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Water may have contaminated the rear
axle lubricant, which is not normally
checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected or other axle repair is required.

It is advisable to have your vehicle towed
with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed
equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt.
Ford Motor Company has not approved a
slingbelt towing procedure. Vehicle
damage may occur if towed incorrectly, or
by any other means.

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Towing
Do not exceed a maximum distance of 50
miles (80 kilometers) and maximum
speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) when towing
your vehicle from the front with the rear
wheels on the ground. If you must exceed
the maximum distance or speed, a
qualified technician must remove the
driveshaft. This prevents transmission
damage.

TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable
(without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels
on the ground, regardless of the powertrain
and transmission configuration) under the
following conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for
towing in a forward direction.
• Place the transmission in position N. If
you cannot move the transmission into
N, you may need to override it.
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80
kilometers).

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Driving Hints
4. Check the coolant level. See Engine
Coolant Check (page 84).
5. Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 miles (480
kilometers). During this time, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics.

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000
miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.

Your fuel economy is affected by several
things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under, and how you
maintain your vehicle.

Do not tow during the first 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).

You may improve your fuel economy by
keeping these things in mind:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds without
stopping.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling
at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less
fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105
km/h]).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.

REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
WARNING
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and cause the
engine to shut down completely.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See Gauges
(page 13).
You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on
ambient temperature, vehicle load and
terrain. The engine will continue to operate
with limited power for a short time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine will reduce.
The air conditioning will switch off and the
engine cooling fan will operate continually.

Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
economy:
• Sudden accelerations or hard
accelerations.
• Revving the engine before turning it off.
• Idle for periods longer than one minute.
• Warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Use the air conditioner or front
defroster.

Reduce your speed gradually and stop
your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Switch the engine off immediately to
prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.

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Driving Hints
•
•
•
•

•

Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
Rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving.
Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a
trailer.
Carry unnecessary weight
(approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is
lost for every 400 lb [180 kilogram] of
weight carried).
Driving with the wheels out of
alignment.

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.

Conditions
• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
trailer may reduce fuel economy at any
speed.
• Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
rollbars, light bars, running boards, ski
racks or luggage racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
• To maximize the fuel economy, drive
with the tonneau cover installed (if
equipped).
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 8–10
miles (12–16 kilometers) of driving.
• Driving on flat terrain offers improved
fuel economy as compared to driving
on hilly terrain.
• Transmissions give their best fuel
economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure
on the gas pedal.
• Four-wheel-drive operation (if
equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.

Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the wheel
hubs.

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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
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Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
Check that the horn works.
Check that the exterior lights work.
Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.

Roadside Emergencies
authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than 35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of 35 mi (56 km).

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. The service is available:
•
•

Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
vehicle requires service at the nearest
authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside
services.

24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance

Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare, if
provided with the vehicle (except
vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 5 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30.5 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within 35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest

Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States Ford vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Ford vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
Canadian customers who require roadside
assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
Roadside Assistance
For your convenience, you may complete
the roadside assistance identification card
found in the centerfold of your warranty
guide and retain for future reference.

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Roadside Emergencies
Canadian roadside coverage and benefits
may differ from the U.S. coverage. If you
require more information, please refer to
the coverage section of your warranty
guide, call us in Canada at
1-800-665-2006, or visit our website at
www.ford.ca.

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
Note: The hazard warning flashers will
operate when the ignition is in any position
or if the key is not in the ignition. If used
when the engine is not running, the battery
will lose charge. As a result, there may be
insufficient power to restart your engine.

Sykes Assistance Services Corporation
administers the Roadside Assistance
program. You must receive covered
services in Canada or the continental
United States. Coverage extends to
vehicles that use public, non-seasonal,
annually traveled roadways. Roadside
Assistance coverage does not extend to
vehicles involved in cross-country driving,
logging, autocross and any other form of
off-road use. Well maintained roads and
surfaces help ensure safe travel for the
supplier, and allow their representatives
to perform service as per the standard
operating procedures.

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The hazard flasher control is located on
the steering column, just behind the
steering wheel. Use it when your vehicle is
creating a safety hazard for other
motorists.

In Remote Locations
If our supplier cannot take your vehicle by
road to the nearest authorized dealership,
transportation by rail or water may be
necessary. The program covers a tow to
the dock or rail terminal and also to the
dealership at the end of the trip.

•
•

For rail or water transportation, however,
contact your authorized dealer to confirm
if you are eligible for additional coverage
before you authorize or pay for the service.

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide correct
ventilation.

Call Ford Roadside Assistance at
1-800-665-2006 for additional
information.

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Press the flasher control and all front
and rear direction indicators flash.
Press the flasher control again to turn
them off.

Roadside Emergencies
WARNINGS
Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately.

WARNINGS
Do not attach the end of the positive
cable to the studs or L-shaped eyelet
located above the positive (+)
terminal of your vehicle’s battery. High
current may flow through and cause
damage to the fuses.
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.

Use only adequately sized cables
with insulated clamps.

Note: In the illustration, the bottom vehicle
represents the booster vehicle.

Preparing Your Vehicle
Do not attempt to push-start your
automatic transmission vehicle.
Note: Attempting to push-start a vehicle
with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.

Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.
Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle electrical system.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood
of the disabled vehicle, making sure the
two vehicles do not touch.

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Connecting the Jumper Cables
WARNINGS
Do not attach the cables to fuel lines,
engine rocker covers, the intake
manifold or electrical components
as grounding points. Stay clear of moving
parts. To avoid reverse polarity
connections, make sure that you correctly
identify the positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals on both the disabled and booster
vehicles before connecting the cables.

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Connect the positive (+) jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal of the
discharged battery.

Roadside Emergencies
2. Connect the other end of the positive
(+) cable to the positive (+) terminal
of the booster vehicle battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the
negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle 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 fuel
injection system, or connect the
negative (-) cable to a ground
connection point if available.

Jump Starting
1.

Start the engine of the booster vehicle
and rev the engine moderately, or press
the accelerator gently to keep your
engine speed between 2000 and 3000
RPM, as shown in your tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been
started, run both vehicle engines for an
additional three minutes before
disconnecting the jumper cables.

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Removing the Jumper Cables
2.

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse
order that they were connected.

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Remove the negative (-) jumper cable
from the disabled vehicle.
Remove the jumper cable on the
negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle battery.
Remove the jumper cable from the
positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle battery.
Remove the jumper cable from the
positive (+) terminal of the disabled
vehicle battery.
Allow the engine to idle for at least one
minute.

Customer Assistance
These are some of the items that can be
found online:
• U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name,
City/State or Zip Code.
• Owner Manuals.
• Maintenance Schedules.
• Recalls.
• Ford Extended Service Plans.
• Ford Genuine Accessories.
• Service specials and promotions.

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU
NEED
Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be
performed by an authorized dealer. While
any authorized dealer handling your vehicle
line will provide warranty service, we
recommend you return to your selling
authorized dealer who wants to ensure
your continued satisfaction.
Please note that certain warranty repairs
require special training and equipment, so
not all authorized dealers are authorized
to perform all warranty repairs. This means
that, depending on the warranty repair
needed, you may have to take your vehicle
to another authorized dealer.

In Canada:
Mailing address
Customer Relationship Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6K 0C8

A reasonable time must be allowed to
perform a repair after taking your vehicle
to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be
made using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, or
remanufactured or other parts that are
authorized by Ford.

Telephone
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
Online
www.ford.ca

Away From Home

Twitter

If you are away from home when your
vehicle needs service, contact the Ford
Customer Relationship Center or use the
online resources listed below to find the
nearest authorized dealer.

@FordServiceCA (English Canada)
@FordServiceQC (Quebec)
Additional Assistance
If you have questions or concerns, or are
unsatisfied with the service you are
receiving, follow these steps:

In the United States:
Mailing address

Contact your Sales Representative or
Service Advisor at your selling/servicing
authorized dealer.
2. If your inquiry or concern remains
unresolved, contact the Sales Manager,
Service Manager or Customer Relations
Manager.
3. If you require assistance or clarification
on Ford Motor Company policies,
please contact the Ford Customer
Relationship Center.

Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
Telephone
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired:
1-800-232-5952)
Online
Additional information and resources are
available online at www.fordowner.com
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Customer Assistance
In order to help us serve you better, please
have the following information available
when contacting a Customer Relationship
Center:
• Vehicle Identification Number.
• Your telephone number (home and
business).
• The name of the authorized dealer and
city where located.
• The vehicle’s current odometer reading.

California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b)
presumes that the manufacturer has had
a reasonable number of attempts to
conform the vehicle to its applicable
express warranties if, within the first 18
months of ownership of a new vehicle or
the first 18000 miles (29 000 km),
whichever occurs first:
1.

Two or more repair attempts are made
on the same non-conformity likely to
cause death or serious bodily injury OR
2. Four or more repair attempts are made
on the same nonconformity (a defect
or condition that substantially impairs
the use, value or safety of the vehicle)
OR
3. The vehicle is out of service for repair
of nonconformities for a total of more
than 30 calendar days (not necessarily
all at one time).

In some states, you must directly notify
Ford in writing before pursuing remedies
under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is
also allowed a final repair attempt in some
states.
In the United States, a warranty dispute
must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE
before taking action under the
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, or to the
extent allowed by state law, before
pursuing replacement or repurchase
remedies provided by certain state laws.
This dispute handling procedure is not
required prior to enforcing state created
rights or other rights which are independent
of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or
state replacement or repurchase laws.

In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer
must also notify the manufacturer of the
need for the repair of the nonconformity
at the following address:
Ford Motor Company
16800 Executive Plaza Drive
Mail Drop 3NE-B
Dearborn, MI 48126
You are required to submit your warranty
dispute to BBB AUTO LINE before asserting
in court any rights or remedies conferred
by California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b).
You are also required to use BBB AUTO
LINE before exercising rights or seeking
remedies created by the Federal
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C.
sec. 2301 et seq. If you choose to seek
redress by pursuing rights and remedies
not created by California Civil Code Section
1793.22(b) or the Magnuson-Moss
Warranty Act, resort to BBB AUTO LINE is
not required by those statutes.

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d)
requires that, if a manufacturer or its
representative is unable to repair a motor
vehicle to conform to the vehicle’s
applicable express warranty after a
reasonable number of attempts, the
manufacturer shall be required to either
replace the vehicle with one substantially
identical or repurchase the vehicle and
reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to
the actual price paid or payable by the
consumer (less a reasonable allowance
for consumer use). The consumer has the
right to choose whether to receive a refund
or replacement vehicle.

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Customer Assistance
already taken to try to resolve them. A
Customer Claim Form will be mailed that
will need to be completed, signed and
returned to the BBB along with proof of
ownership. Upon receipt, the BBB will
review the claim for eligibility under the
Program Summary Guidelines.

THE BETTER BUSINESS
BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE
PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
Your satisfaction is important to Ford
Motor Company and to your dealer. If a
warranty concern has not been resolved
using the three-step procedure outlined
earlier in this chapter in the Getting the
Services you need section, you may be
eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO
LINE program.

You can get more information by
calling BBB AUTO LINE at
1-800-955-5100, or writing to:
BBB AUTO LINE
3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600
Arlington, Virginia 22201

The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of
two parts – mediation and arbitration.
During mediation, a representative of the
BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor
Company to explore options for settlement
of the claim. If an agreement is not reached
during mediation or you do not want to
participate in mediation, and if your claim
is eligible, you may participate in the
arbitration process. An arbitration hearing
will be scheduled so that you can present
your case in an informal setting before an
impartial person. The arbitrator will
consider the testimony provided and make
a decision after the hearing.

BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be
requested by calling the Ford Motor
Company Customer Relationship Center
at 1-800-392-3673.
Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the
right to change eligibility limitations, modify
procedures, or to discontinue this process
at any time without notice and without
obligation.

UTILIZING THE
MEDIATION/ARBITRATION
PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)

Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE
program are usually decided within forty
days after you file your claim with the BBB.
You are not bound by the decision, and
may reject the decision and proceed to
court where all findings of the BBB Auto
Line dispute, and decision, are admissible
in the court action. Should you choose to
accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision, Ford
is then bound by the decision, and must
comply with the decision within 30 days
of receipt of your acceptance letter.

For vehicles delivered to authorized
Canadian dealers. In those cases where
you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford
of Canada and the authorized dealer to
resolve a factory-related vehicle service
concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of
Canada participates in an impartial third
party mediation/arbitration program
administered by the Canadian Motor
Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
The CAMVAP program is a straight forward
and relatively speedy alternative to resolve
a disagreement when all other efforts to
produce a settlement have failed. This
procedure is without cost to you and is
designed to eliminate the need for lengthy
and expensive legal proceedings.

BBB AUTO LINE Application: Using the
information provided below, please call or
write to request a program application.
You will be asked for your name and
address, general information about your
new vehicle, information about your
warranty concerns, and any steps you have
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Customer Assistance
In the CAMVAP program, impartial
third-party arbitrators conduct hearings at
mutually convenient times and places in
an informal environment. These impartial
arbitrators review the positions of the
parties, make decisions and, when
appropriate, render awards to resolve
disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair,
and final as the arbitrator’s award is
binding on both you and Ford of Canada.

If your vehicle must be serviced while you
are traveling or living in Asia-Pacific Region,
Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Virgin Islands,
Central America, the Caribbean, and Israel,
contact the nearest authorized dealer. If
the authorized dealer cannot help you,
contact:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Customer Relationship Center
1555 Fairlane Drive
Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A.
Telephone: (313) 594-4857
Fax: (313) 390-0804
Email: expcac@ford.com

CAMVAP services are available in all
Canadian territories and provinces. For
more information, without charge or
obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial
Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685
or visit www.camvap.ca.

For customers in Guam, the
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana
Islands (CNMI), America Samoa, and the
U.S. Virgin Islands, please feel free to call
our Toll-Free Number: (800) 841-FORD
(3673).

GETTING ASSISTANCE
OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND
CANADA
Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign
country, contact the appropriate foreign
embassy or consulate. These officials can
inform you of local vehicle registration
regulations and where to find unleaded
fuel.

If your vehicle must be serviced while you
are traveling or living in Puerto Rico,
contact the nearest authorized dealer. If
the authorized dealer cannot help you,
contact:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Customer Relationship Center
1555 Fairlane Drive
Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A.
Telephone: (800) 841-FORD (3673)
FAX: (313) 390-0804
Email: prcac@ford.com
www.ford.com.pr

If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only
get fuel with an anti-knock index lower
than is recommended for your vehicle,
contact our Customer Relationship Center.
The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle
without proper conversion may damage
the effectiveness of your emission control
system and may cause engine knocking or
serious engine damage. Ford Motor
Company or Ford of Canada is not
responsible for any damage caused by use
of improper fuel. Using leaded fuel may
also result in difficulty importing your
vehicle back into the United States.

If your vehicle must be serviced while you
are traveling or living in the Middle East,
contact the nearest authorized dealer. If
the authorized dealer cannot help you,
contact:

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Customer Assistance
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Customer Relationship Center
1555 Fairlane Drive
Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A.

Or to order a free publication catalog, call
toll free: 1-800-782-4356

Ford: 80004443673
Lincoln: 80004441067
If calling from the UAE: 80004441066
If calling from the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia: 8008443673
If calling from Kuwait: 22280384

www.helminc.com

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST
Helm, Incorporated can also be reached
by their website:
(Items in this catalog may be purchased
by credit card, check or money order.)

Obtaining a French Owner’s
Manual

FAX: +971 4 3327266
Email: menacac@ford.com
www.me.ford.com

French Owner’s Manual can be obtained
from your authorized dealer or by
contacting Helm, Incorporated using the
contact information listed previously in this
section.

If you buy your vehicle in North America
and then relocate to any of the above
locations, register your vehicle
identification number (VIN) and new
address with Ford Motor Company Export
Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by
emailing expcac@ford.com.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(U.S. ONLY)

If you are in another foreign country,
contact the nearest authorized dealer. In
the event your inquiry is unresolved,
communicate your concern with the
dealership’s Sales Manager, Service
Manager or Customer Relations Manager.
If you require additional assistance or
clarification, please contact the respective
Customer Relationship Center as
previously listed.

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If you believe that your vehicle has
a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Ford Motor Company.

Customers in the U.S. should call
1-800-392-3673.

ORDERING ADDITIONAL
OWNER'S LITERATURE
To order the publications in this portfolio,
contact Helm, Incorporated at:
HELM, INCORPORATED
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, Michigan 48170
Attention: Customer Service

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Customer Assistance
If NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or Ford Motor
Company.
To contact NHTSA, you may call
the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write
to:
Administrator

1200 New Jersey Avenue,
Southeast
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle
safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(CANADA ONLY)
If you believe that your vehicle has
a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately
inform Transport Canada.

Transport Canada Contact Information

Website

http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/menu.htm

Phone

1–800–333–0510

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Fuses
Locate the power distribution box in the
engine compartment. It has high-current
fuses that protect your vehicle's main
electrical systems from overloads.

FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
F53 Power Distribution Box
WARNINGS
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses.

If the battery has been disconnected and
reconnected, you will need to reset some
features. See Changing the 12V Battery
(page 91).

To reduce risk of electrical shock,
always replace the cover to the
power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid
reservoirs.

E161519

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

5A*

Power brake assist module – Hydromax.

Protected components

10A*

Air conditioning compressor clutch.

20A*

Catalyst monitor sensor.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

Engine heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor
#11 and #21.
Vapor management valve.
4

5A*

Powertrain control module memory.
Powertrain control module relay coil.

20A*

Powertrain control module power.

20A*

Instrument panel dimmer module.
Park lamp feeds.
Trailer tow running lamp relay coil.

20A*

Ignition coils.
Radio capacitors.

30A*

Hydromax – Anti-lock brake system
module.

10A*

Powertrain control module.

20A*

Daytime running lamps.

20A*

Fuel pump relay coil.
Powertrain control module power.
Fuel pump diode.

25A*

Instrument panel - backup lamp feed.
Trailer tow backup lamps feed.

30A**

Trailer tow electric brake controller feed.

60A**

Instrument panel battery feed (fuse #9, 15,
21).
Lighting primary fuse.

20A**

Trailer tow park lamps.

60A**

Anti-lock brake system module –
Hydromax.

40A**

Anti-lock brake system module – Hydroboost.

20A**

Horn feed.

20A**

Backup lamp relay coil.
A/C clutch coil.
A/C demand switch.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

—

30A**

Powertrain control module relay coil.
Powertrain control module relay (Power
distribution box fuses # 3, 5, 7, 18).

20A**

Fuel injectors.
Fuel pump motor.
Mass air flow sensor.

20A**

Cigar lighter feed.
Diagnostic tool connector.

40A**

Blower motor feed.

50A**

Instrument panel battery feed (fuses #4,
10, 16, 22).

40A**

Ignition switch feed (Instrument panel
fuses #1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 14, 17, 19, 23, 36; Power
distribution box fuses #9, 11).

40A**

Ignition switch feed (Instrument panel
fuses #5, 11, 17, 23, 26, 38).

30A**

Multi-function switch (headlamps).

30A**

Starter relay feed.
Starter motor.

60A**

Power brake assist motor – Hydromax.

40A**

Anti-lock brake system module – Hydroboost.

Not used.

—

Air conditioning clutch relay.

—

Fuel pump relay.

—

Horn relay.

—

Starter relay.

—

Blower motor relay.

—

Powertrain control module relay.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

Diode 1

—

Fuel pump diode.

Diode 2

—

Air conditioning clutch diode.

*Mini fuses.
**Maxi fuses.
F59 Power Distribution Box

E197657

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

10A*

Air conditioning compressor clutch.

30A*

Anti-lock brake system - Hydromax.

5A*

Powertrain control module keep alive
memory.
Powertrain control module relay coil.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

—

20A*

—

25A*

Protected components

Not used.
Running lamps.
Trailer tow lamp relay coil.
Not used.
Reverse lamps.
Instrument panel fuses #33, 34.

—

20A*

Not used.

F10

—

Not used.

F11

—

Not used.

F12

—

Not used.

Daytime running lamps.

F13

—

Not used.

F14

—

Not used.

F15

5A*

F16

20A*

Vehicle power 1.
Powertrain control module power.

F17

20A*

Vehicle power 2.
Catalyst monitor sensor.
Engine heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor
#11 and #21.
Vapor management valve.

F18

20A*

Vehicle power 4.
Ignition coils.

F19

10A*

Powertrain control module.

F20

10A*

Hydromax module.
Brake on/off relay feed.

F21

20A*

Powertrain control module.
Fuel pump diode.

F22

—

Not used.

F23

—

Not used.

F24

—

Not used.

Hydromax pump motor.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

40A**

Blower motor relay feed.

30A**

Headlamps.
Daytime running lamps on/off relay coil.
Headlamp daytime running lamp relay
feed.
Instrument panel fuses #25, 31.

30A**

Vehicle power.
Powertrain control module relay feed.
Power distribution box fuse F16, F17, F18,
J22.

20A**

Cigar lighter feed.
Diagnostic tool connector.

—

30A**

Starter relay feed.
Starter motor.

40A**

Anti-lock brake system.
Hydromax pump

60A**

Protected components

Not used.

20A**

Trailer tow park lamps.

50A**

Instrument panel fuse #4, 10, 16, 22.

J10

60A**

4-channel anti-lock brake system module.

40A**

3-channel anti-lock brake system module.

20A**

Fuel pump relay feed.
Fuel injectors.
Mass air flow sensor.
Fuel pump motor.

J11

J12

30A**

Trailer tow electronic brake.

J13

40A**

Ignition switch feed (instrument panel
fuses #1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23).

J14

—

J15

60A**

Instrument panel fuses #9, 15, 21.

J16

20A**

Horn.

J17

40A**

Ignition switch feed (instrument panel
fuses #1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 23.

Not used.

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Fuses

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

J18

—

Not used.

J19

—

Not used.

J20

—

Not used.
Not used.

J21

—

J22

20A**

—

Horn relay.

—

Fuel pump relay.

—

Starter relay.

—

Backup lamps relay.

Reverse lamp relay coil.
A/C clutch relay coil.
A/C demand switch.

—

Brake on/off relay.

—

Trailer tow parking lamps relay.

—

Not used.

—

Air conditioning clutch relay.

—

Not used.

R10

—

Starter relay.

R11

—

Blower motor relay.

R12

—

Daytime running lamp/headlamp relay.

R13

—

Powertrain control module relay.

—

Fuel pump diode.

—

Air conditioning clutch diode.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

Mini fuses.

J-case fuse.

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Fuses
UPS Power Distribution Box 1

E172543

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Relay

Powertrain control module.

Protected components

Relay

Daytime running lamps.

Relay

Starter motor.

Relay

Blower motor.

Relay

Horn.

Relay

Fuel pump.

Relay

Starter ground.

Relay

Trailer tow parking lamps.

Relay

Backup lamps.

R10

Relay

Hydromax brake on/off relay.

R11

Relay

Not used.

R12

Relay

Air conditioning clutch.

M1-1

10A

Hydromax brake on/off relay.

M1-2

20A

Turn/hazard brake lighting.

M1-3

—

Not used.

M1-4

—

Not used.

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Fuses
UPS Power Distribution Box 2

E172544

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

25A*

Backup lamps.

Protected components

20A*

Daytime running lamps.

30A*

4–channel anti-lock brake system module
(Hydromax).

20A*

Powertrain control module run/start.
Fuel pump relay coil.

10A*

Starter relay coil.

20A*

Vehicle power 4.
Ignition coils.

5A*

20A*

Hydromax motor monitor.
Vehicle power 2.

20A*

Vehicle power 1.
Mass air flow sensor.

M10

10A*

Air conditioning.

M11

5A*

Powertrain control module relay keep alive
power.
Canister vent valve.

M12

20A*

Parking lamps feed.
Trailer tow running lamp relay coil.

Diode

One-touch start.

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Fuses

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

Diode

Fuel pump.

Diode

Air conditioning.

R2-1

—

Not used.

30A**

Powertrain control module vehicle power.

20A**

Fuel pump.

20A**

Cigar lighter power point.
Diagnostic connector.

40A**

Blower motor.

30A**

Headlamps.
Daytime running lamps on/off relay coil.
Headlamp daytime running lamp relay
feed.

40A**

Ignition switch feeds (instrument panel
fuses #F26).

40A**

Ignition switch feeds (instrument panel
#F21, F26).

50A**

Instrument panel fuse box F11, F13, F15.

30A**

Starter relay feed.

J10

60A**

4–channel anti-lock brake system module
(Hydromax).

J11

30A**

Trailer tow electronic brake.

J12

60A**

Lighting (instrument panel fuses #F3, F5;
power distribution box M1-2).

J13

20A**

Vehicle power 3.

J14

20A**

Horn.

J15

60A**

4–channel anti-lock brake system module.

J16

20A**

Trailer tow parking lamps.

Mini fuse.

J-case fuse.

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Fuses
Diode and Relay Module

Locate the module box with the power
distribution box in from of the radiator.

E161520

Relay location

Protected components

Not used.

Daytime running lamps power relay.

Hydromax – brake on/off signal isolating relay.

Reverse lamps relay.

Starter ground relay.

Trailer tow parking lamps relay.

Fuse Holder Module
Locate the fuse holder next to the diode
and relay module.
Fuse number

Fuse amp rating

10A

Protected components

Hydromax – brake on/off signal.

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Fuses
F53/F59 Passenger Compartment
Fuse Panel

pedal. Remove the panel cover to access
the fuses.

Locate this fuse panel below and to the
left of the steering wheel near the brake

To remove a fuse, use the fuse panel
cover's fuse puller tool.

E161521

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

20A

—

Not used.
Not used.

Multi function switch.

—

10A

Instrument cluster.

10A

Body builder accessory feed (accessory
and run).

—

15A

Not used.
Blower motor relay coil.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

10A

Brake lamps feed.

20A

Stop lamps: Vehicle direction indicators
and stop lamps, Body builder rear direction
indicators and stop feeds, Body builder
stop lamp feed.

10A

Instrument cluster memory.

30A

Wiper/washer module.
Wiper feed.

—

10A

Anti-lock brake system module –
Hydromax.

10A

Anti-lock brake system module – Hydroboost.
Instrument cluster run/start.

15A

Left-hand direction indicator feed.

20A

Body builder battery (+12V) feed.

Not used.

Body builder radio feed.

—

Not used.

Daytime running lamps relays.

—

Not used.

15A

Right-hand direction indicator feed.

20A

Trailer tow direction indicators.

10A

Cluster run/accessory.

—

10A

Body builder right-hand low beam headlamp feed.

10A

Brake shift interlock diode and solenoid.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

—

10A

—

Protected components

Not used.
Body builder left-hand low beam headlamp feed.
Not used.

10A

Body builder reverse lamp power.

10A

Body builder reverse gear.
Trailer tow reverse lamps.

20A

Body builder high beam feed.
High beam indicator.

10A

Transmission control switch.

—

10A

Not used.
Body builder run feed.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

10A

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

Instrument cluster lighting.

—

Not used.

Relay 1

—

Trailer tow right-hand direction indicator.

Relay 2

—

Trailer tow left-hand direction indicator.

Relay 3

—

Right-hand direction indicator.

Relay 4

—

Left-hand direction indicator.

Relay 5

—

Not used.

Relay 6

—

Daytime running lamps.
Parking brake.

Relay 7

—

Daytime running lamps on/off.

Diode 1

—

Brake transmission shift interlock.

Diode 2

—

Brake transmission shift interlock.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

10A

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

F10

—

Not used.

F11

—

Not used.

F12

—

Not used.

Brake transmission shift interlock.

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Fuses
UPS Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel

E188334

Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

—

20A

Flasher run.

Not used.

15A

Left turn.

15A

Blower relay coil.

15A

Right turn.

10A

ABS run.

10A

Right body builder headlamp.

Daytime running lamps.

10A

Left body builder headlamp.

F10

—

Not used.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

F11

10A

Cluster battery (+12V) #1.

F12

UPS brake transmission shift interlock.

F13

10A

Cluster battery (+12V) #2.

F14

10A

Switch illumination.

F15

20A

Body builder battery (+12V) feed.

F16

—

F17

20A

Trailer tow run relay feed.

F18

10A

Body builder run.

F19

10A

Brake lamp feed.

F20

10A

Body builder run.

F21

10A

Run/start.

Not used.

F22

30A

Wiper module battery (+12V).

F23

10A

Reverse lamps.

F24

Body builder radio.

F25

10A

Trailer tow reverse lamps.

F26

10A

Cluster run/start.

F27

20A

Body builder high beam feed.

—

Daytime running lamps.
Parking brake.

—

Daytime running lamps on/off.

—

Right-hand direction indicator.

—

Trailer tow right-hand direction indicator.

—

Left-hand direction indicator.

—

Trailer tow left-hand direction indicator.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

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Fuses
Fuse or relay number

Fuse amp rating

Protected components

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

—

Not used.

CHANGING A FUSE
Fuses
WARNING
You must replace a failed fuse with
one that has the specified amperage
rating. If you use a fuse with a higher
amperage rating, you may cause severe
wire damage and may start a fire.

E142430

A fuse may fail if electrical components in
the vehicle are not properly working. A
broken wire inside the fuse indicates a
failed fuse. Check the appropriate fuses
before replacing any electrical
components.

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Maintenance
Precautions

GENERAL INFORMATION

•
•

Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.

•

To help you service your vehicle, we
provide scheduled maintenance
information which makes tracking routine
service easy. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 128).

Do not work on a hot engine.
Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.

Working with the Engine Off
1.

Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels.

If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.

Working with the Engine On
WARNING

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.

To reduce the risk of vehicle damage
and/or personal burn injuries, do not
start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running.
1.

Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Block the wheels

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Maintenance
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW

E190640

Engine coolant reservoir: See Engine Coolant Check (page 84).

Engine oil filler cap: See Engine Oil Check (page 83).

Automatic transmission fluid dipstick: See Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check (page 87).

Engine compartment fuse box: See Fuses (page 63).

Air filter assembly: See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 93).

Engine oil dipstick: See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 83).

Brake fluid reservoir: See Brake Fluid Check (page 88).

Power steering fluid reservoir: See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 90).

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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

E142732

Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.

E161560

MIN

MAX

ENGINE OIL CHECK
Note: Check the level before starting the
engine.

1. Remove the filler cap.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the
normal range, add engine oil that
meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
118).
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and
use a funnel to pour the engine oil into
the opening.
4. Wipe off any spilled oil.
5. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you
feel a strong resistance.

Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and the MAX marks.
1.

Make sure that your vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 10 minutes
for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean, lint-free cloth. Replace the
dipstick and remove it again to check
the oil level.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add oil
immediately.

OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET

Adding Engine Oil
Note: Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.

Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System

Note: Do not add oil further than the MAX
mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may
cause engine damage.

Only reset the oil life monitoring system
after changing the engine oil and oil filter.

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Maintenance
To reset the oil life monitoring system do
the following:
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine.
2. Fully press the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message
displays confirming the reset procedure
is in progress.
5. After 25 seconds, a message displays
confirming the reset procedure is
complete.
6. Release the accelerator and brake
pedals.
7. Switch the ignition off.

When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 128).

ENGINE COOLANT CHECK

Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Robinair® Coolant
and Battery Refractometer 75240. We do
not recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.

Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.
The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -30°F
(-34°C) and -34°F (-37°C).

WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, spilling
coolant on hot engine parts can burn you.

Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant,
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside
of its specified function and vehicle location.

Do not put engine coolant in the
windshield washer fluid container. If
sprayed on the windshield, engine
coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield.

Adding Engine Coolant
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or additives as they can
cause damage to the engine cooling or
heating systems. Your vehicle’s warranty
does not cover this damage.

To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when you loosen the cap
slightly.
Do not add coolant further than the
MAX mark.

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Maintenance
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the
engine coolant may change color from
orange to pink or light red. As long as the
engine coolant is clear and uncontaminated,
this color change does not indicate the
engine coolant has degraded nor does it
require the engine coolant to be drained, the
system to be flushed, or the engine coolant
to be replaced.
•

•

Whenever you add coolant, check the
coolant level in the coolant reservoir the
next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough prediluted engine
coolant to bring the coolant level to the
proper level.

Recycled Engine Coolant
Ford Motor Company does not recommend
the use of recycled engine coolant since a
Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.

Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the
correct coolant is used. Mixing of
engine coolants may harm the engine’s
cooling system. The use of an improper
coolant may harm the engine and
cooling system components and may
void the warranty. Use prediluted
engine coolant meeting the Ford
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 118).
In case of emergency, you can add a
large amount of water without engine
coolant in order to reach a vehicle
service location. In this instance, you
must have the cooling system drained,
chemically cleaned with Motorcraft
Premium Cooling System Flush, and
refilled with engine coolant as soon as
possible. Water alone (without engine
coolant) can cause engine damage
from corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or
any engine coolants mixed with alcohol
or methanol antifreeze (coolant).
Alcohol and other liquids can cause
engine damage from overheating or
freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives
to the coolant. These can be harmful
and compromise the corrosion
protection of the engine coolant.

Used engine coolant should be disposed
of in an appropriate manner. Follow your
community’s regulations and standards
for recycling and disposing of automotive
fluids.

Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer increase the coolant
concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60% will
provide improved freeze point
protection. Engine coolant
concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection
characteristics of the engine coolant
and may cause engine damage
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40% will
provide improved overheat protection.
Engine coolant concentrations below
40% will decrease the freeze and
corrosion protection characteristics of
the engine coolant and may cause
engine damage.

Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure will
escape as you unscrew the cap.
Add prediluted engine coolant meeting the
Ford specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 118).
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Maintenance
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted engine
coolant for optimum cooling system and
engine protection.

When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate the
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in
a safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will
have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury.

What you Should Know About FailSafe Cooling
If you deplete the engine coolant supply,
this feature allows you to drive your vehicle
temporarily before you incur incremental
component damage. The fail-safe distance
depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle
load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the engine
coolant temperature gauge will move to
the red (hot) area and:

Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.

The coolant temperature
warning indicator will light.

You have limited engine power when in the
fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with
caution. The vehicle will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine will run rough. Remember that the
engine is capable of completely shutting
down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:

The service engine soon
indicator will light.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.

Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine.
2. Have your vehicle towed to an
authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short
period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish
if low.
5. Re-start the engine and take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Note: Driving the vehicle without repairing
the engine problem increases the chance of
engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

When this occurs, the vehicle will still
operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• This will disable the air conditioning
system.
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and the engine will
completely shut down, causing steering
and braking effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the
engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to minimize engine damage.

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Maintenance
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean
with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer to Under Hood
Overview in this chapter for the
location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully
seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the
fluid level. The fluid should be in the
designated area for normal operating
temperature or ambient temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
WARNING
The dipstick cap and surrounding
components may be hot; gloves are
recommended.
Note: Automatic transmission fluid
expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until
it is at normal operating temperature
(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your
vehicle has been operated for an extended
period at high speeds, in city traffic during
hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle
should be turned off for about 30 minutes
to allow fluid to cool to normal operating
temperature 196°F - 215°F (91°C - 102°C)
before checking.

Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.

Low fluid level

Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes.
Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked
if the transmission is not working properly,
(i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts
slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid
leakage. To check the fluid level:

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Do not drive the vehicle if there is no
indication of fluid on the dipstick and the
ambient temperature is above 50°F
(10°C).

Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or
until it reaches normal operating
temperature
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
engage the parking brake
3. With the engine running, parking brake
engaged and your foot on the brake
pedal, move the gearshift lever through
all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient
time for each gear to engage
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park)
and leave the engine running.

Correct fluid level

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Maintenance
The transmission fluid should be in this
range if at normal operating temperature
196°F - 215°F (91°C - 102°C).
The transmission fluid should be checked
at normal operating temperature 196°F 215°F (91°C - 102°C) on a level surface.
The normal operating temperature can be
reached after approximately 20 miles (30
km) of driving. You can check the fluid
without driving if the ambient temperature
is above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is
added at this time, an overfill condition
could result when the vehicle reaches
normal operating temperature

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Add fluid in ½ pint (250 ml) increments
through the filler tube until the level is
correct.
Note: If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized dealer.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid
may cause shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible damage.

High fluid level

Automatic transmission fluid filter

Fluid levels above the safe range may
result in transmission failure. An overfill
condition of transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement concerns and/or
possible damage. High fluid levels can be
caused by an overheating condition.

The TorqShift6™ automatic transmission
is equipped with a serviceable transmission
fluid filter located inside the transmission
bottom pan. Refer to the scheduled
maintenance information for service
intervals for the automatic transmission
fluid and transmission filter. For
transmission filter maintenance, see your
authorized dealer.

Adjusting automatic transmission
fluid levels
Note: Use of a non-approved automatic
transmission fluid may cause internal
transmission damage. Before adding any
fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The
type of fluid used is normally indicated on
the transmission dipstick and also in the
See Capacities and Specifications (page
118).

BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating range;
there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid
levels are outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.

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Maintenance
Hydromax

•

WARNINGS
Carefully read cautionary information
on product label. For MEDICAL
EMERGENCY INFORMATION contact
a physician or Poison Control Center
immediately; on Ford-Motorcraft™
products call: 1-800-959-3673 (FORD).
Failure to follow these instructions may
result in personal injury.

•

Use of any brake fluid other than that
indicated for your brake system will
cause permanent damage.

•

Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the
brakes to fail and result in personal
injury.
Chassis with gross vehicle weight ratings
of 20500 pounds (9299 kilograms),
22000 pounds (9979 kilograms), 24000
pounds (10886 kilograms) and 26000
pounds (11793 kilograms) are equipped
with Hydromax Brake Booster Systems
and must use Motorcraft DOT 5.1 Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting
Ford Specification ESD-M6C57-A. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
122).

Use only DOT 5.1 brake fluid that is
certified to meet Ford specifications.
A clear gel-like substance in the
hydraulic brake master cylinder
reservoir may appear on some vehicles.
This substance is a silicone base
lubricant used during assembly of the
master cylinder. It will float on top of
the brake hydraulic fluid in the master
cylinder. This condition is normal and
in no way affects the operation of the
brake system. It does not require any
service.
Brake system fluid should be replaced
on a regular basis to maintain optimum
braking performance, especially under
heavy-duty driving conditions such as
frequent steep grades or heavy towing
loads. See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 128).

Hydroboost
Chassis with gross vehicle weight ratings
of 16000 pounds (7257 kilograms), 18000
pounds (8165 kilograms) and 19500
pounds (8845 kilograms) are equipped
with Hydroboost Brake Booster Systems
and must use Motorcraft High
Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid or equivalent meeting Ford
Specification WSS-M6C62-A.

Add fluid up to the bottom of the rings
located at the top of the reservoir. Do not
fill above this line.

Add brake fluid from a clean unopened
container until the level reaches MAX. Do
not fill above this line. Use only DOT 3
brake fluid that is certified to meet Ford
specifications.
Brake system fluid should be replaced on
a regular basis to maintain optimum
braking performance, especially under
heavy-duty driving conditions such as
frequent steep grades or heavy towing
loads. See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 128).

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Maintenance
Note: The power steering cap has both a
cold and hot indicator on the dipstick.

POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK

2.
3.
4.

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Start the engine and let it run until it
reaches normal operating temperature
(the engine coolant temperature gauge
indicator will be near the center of the
normal area between H and C).
While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel left and right several times.
Turn the engine off.
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It
should be between the arrows in the
FULL range on the side of the dipstick
with the words MAX. HOT at the top.
Do not add fluid if the level is within
this range.
If the fluid is low, add fluid in small
amounts, continuously checking the
level until it reaches the FULL range.
Be sure to put the dipstick back in the
reservoir.

Maintenance
Steering linkage lubrication points

A
A
A
A
A

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WARNINGS

There are nine lubrication points on the
steering linkage shown as “A”. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
122).

When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners.

FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.

Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately.

CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.

Note: If your battery has a cover/shield,
make sure it is reinstalled after the battery
has been cleaned or replaced.

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Maintenance
Note: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.

Note: Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner. Follow
your local authorized standards for disposal.
Call your local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling automotive
batteries.

Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft® maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require additional
water during its life of service.

Battery relearn

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry. Also,
make certain the battery cables are always
tightly fastened to the battery terminals.

When the battery is disconnected or a new
battery installed:
•

If you see any corrosion on the battery or
terminals, remove the cables from the
terminals and clean with a wire brush. You
can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water.
It is recommended that the negative
battery cable terminal be disconnected
from the battery if you plan to store your
vehicle for an extended period of time.

•

To ensure proper operation of the battery
management system (BMS), any electrical
devices that are added to the vehicle
should not have their ground connection
made directly at the negative battery post.
A connection at the negative battery post
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.

•

When the battery is disconnected or a new
battery is installed, begin the battery
relearn process:

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories
or components added to the vehicle by the
dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability and may
also affect the performance of other
electrical systems in the vehicle.

With the vehicle at a complete stop,
set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park), turn
off all accessories and start the engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one
minute.

When a battery replacement is required,
the battery should only be replaced with
a Ford recommended replacement battery
that matches the electrical requirements
of the vehicle.

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The transmission must relearn its
adaptive strategy. As a result of this,
the transmission may shift firmly. This
operation is considered normal and will
not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time the adaptive
learning process will fully update
transmission operation to its optimum
shift feel.
The clock and the preset radio stations
must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
Your vehicle’s engine is electronically
controlled by a computer, some control
conditions are maintained by power
from the battery, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy.

Maintenance
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine
to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the
relearning process.
• The vehicle may need to be driven
to relearn the idle and fuel trim
strategy.

CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER

5.
6.

2.
3.
4.

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.
Change the air filter element at the proper
interval. See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 128).
When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
118).
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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Loosen the latches that secure the air
filter cover in place.
Carefully separate the two halves of
the air filter housing.
Remove the air filter element from the
housing.
Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing and cover.
Install a new air filter element.
Replace the air filter cover to the
housing and secure the latches. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing.
This could cause filter damage and
allow unmetered air to enter the engine
if not properly seated.

Vehicle Care
Exterior Chrome Parts

GENERAL INFORMATION

•

Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has
many quality products available to clean
your vehicle and protect its finishes.

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

•

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
•

•

Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
Never wash your vehicle when is hot to
the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.
Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.
Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.
Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a
car wash.

Apply a high quality-cleaning product
to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.
Do not apply the cleaning product to
hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.
Using other non-recommended
cleaners can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.

Note: Never use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

Stripes or Graphics (If Equipped)
Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
sprayer on the surface or edge of stripes
and graphics. This can damage them and
cause the edges to peel away from the
vehicle surface.

Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.

Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.

CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.

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Vehicle Care
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.
• 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.

Note: If you intend parking your vehicle for
an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.
This will reduce the risk of increased
corrosion of the brake discs.

CLEANING THE ALLOY
WHEELS (If Equipped)

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.

Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated
with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain
their condition we recommend that you:
•

•

VEHICLE STORAGE

Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

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.

Note: Some automatic car washes may
cause damage to the finish on your wheel
rims and covers.
Note: Industrial-strength or heavy-duty
cleaners in combination with brush agitation
to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear
away the clear coat finish over a period time.

General

Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based
or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergents.

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Clean the wheels weekly using
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.
Apply using manufacturer's
instructions.
Use a sponge to remove heavy
deposits of dirt and brake dust
accumulation.
Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream
of water when you have completed the
cleaning process.
To remove tar and grease, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

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.

Vehicle Care
Body

Cooling system

•

•
•

•
•
•

•

•
•

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.

Battery
•
•

•

Brakes
•

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.

•

Maintain recommended air pressure.

Miscellaneous
•

•

Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.

Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.

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Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Tires

Fuel system
•

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.

Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.

Engine
•

Protect against freezing temperatures.
When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.

Vehicle Care
•

•

•
•

•

Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.

Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.

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Wheels and Tires
U.S. Department of
Transportation Tire quality
grades: The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford
Motor Company to give you the
following information about tire
grades exactly as the government
has written it.

TIRE CARE
Information About Uniform
Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150
would wear 1 ½ times as well on
the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires.
The Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire
sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For
example: Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A.
These Tire Quality Grades are
determined by standards that the
United States Department of
Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires.
They do not apply to deep tread,
winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use
spare tires, light truck or LT type
tires, tires with nominal rim
diameters of 10 to 12 inches or
limited production tires as defined
in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).

Traction AA A B C
WARNING
The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning or peak traction
characteristics.

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Wheels and Tires
The traction grades, from highest
to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled
conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 139. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
*Tire label: A label showing the
original equipment tire sizes,
recommended inflation pressure
and the maximum weight the
vehicle can carry.
*Tire Identification Number: A
number on the sidewall of each
tire providing information about
the tire brand and manufacturing
plant, tire size and date of
manufacture. Also referred to as
DOT code.
*Inflation pressure: A measure
of the amount of air in a tire.
*Standard load: A class of
P-metric or Metric tires designed
to carry a maximum load at set
pressure. For example: For
P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) or
36 (2.5 bar) depending on tire size
and for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5
bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will
not increase the tire’s load
carrying capability.
*Extra load: A class of P-metric
or Metric tires designed to carry a
heavier maximum load at 42 psi
(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will
not increase the tire’s load
carrying capability.

Temperature A B C
WARNING
The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C,
representing the tire’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of
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*kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of
air pressure.
*PSI: Pounds per square inch, a
standard unit of air pressure.
*Cold tire pressure: The tire
pressure when the vehicle has
been stationary and out of direct
sunlight for an hour or more and
prior to the vehicle being driven for
1 mile (1.6 kilometers).
*Recommended inflation
pressure: The cold inflation
pressure found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label.
See the completed vehicle's
owner's manual for the location
of the Safety Compliance
Certification Label.
*Bead area of the tire: Area of
the tire next to the rim.
* Sidewall of the tire: Area
between the bead area and the
tread.
*Tread area of the tire: Area of
the perimeter of the tire that
contacts the road when mounted
on the vehicle.
*Rim: The metal support (wheel)
for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.

Information Contained on the
Tire Sidewall
Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire
manufacturers to place
standardized information on the
sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and
describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also
provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.
Information on P Type Tires

C D
B

G
H

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P215/65R15 95H is an example of
a tire size, load index and speed
rating. The definitions of these
items are listed below. (Note that
the tire size, load index and speed
rating for your vehicle may be
different from this example.)
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A. P: Indicates a tire, designated
by the Tire and Rim Association,
that may be used for service on
cars, sport utility vehicles,
minivans and light trucks. Note: If
your tire size does not begin with
a letter this may mean it is
designated by either the European
Tire and Rim Technical
Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.
B. 215: Indicates the nominal
width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
C. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio
which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width.
D. R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.
F. 95: Indicates the tire's load
index. It is an index that relates to
how much weight a tire can carry.
You may find this information in
your owner’s manual. If not,
contact a local tire dealer.
Note: You may not find this
information on all tires because it
is not required by federal law.

G. H: Indicates the tire's speed
rating. The speed rating denotes
the speed at which a tire is
designed to be driven for extended
periods of time under a standard
condition of load and inflation
pressure. The tires on your vehicle
may operate at different
conditions for load and inflation
pressure. These speed ratings may
need to be adjusted for the
difference in conditions. The
ratings range from 81 mph (130
km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h).
These ratings are listed in the
following chart.
Note: You may not find this
information on all tires because it
is not required by federal law.

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rating

Speed rating - mph
(km/h)

81 (130)

87 (140)

99 (159)

106 (171)

112 (180)

118 (190)

124 (200)

130 (210)

149 (240)

Wheels and Tires
Letter
rating

Speed rating - mph
(km/h)

168 (270)

J. Tire Ply Composition and
Material Used: Indicates the
number of plies or the number of
layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.
K. Maximum Load: Indicates the
maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification Label for the correct
tire pressure for your vehicle. See
the completed vehicle's owner's
manual for the location of the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label.
L. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:
*Treadwear The treadwear grade
is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test
course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear 1½ times as well
on the government course as a tire
graded 100.
*Traction: The traction grades,
from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Y
186 (299)
Note: For tires with a maximum
speed capability over 149 mph
(240 km/h), tire manufacturers
sometimes use the letters ZR. For
those with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph (299
km/h), tire manufacturers always
use the letters ZR.
H. U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number: This begins with the
letters DOT and indicates that the
tire meets all federal standards.
The next two numbers or letters
are the plant code designating
where it was manufactured, the
next two are the tire size code and
the last four numbers represent
the week and year the tire was
built. For example, the numbers
317 mean the 31st week of 1997.
After 2000 the numbers go to four
digits. For example, 2501 means
the 25th week of 2001. The
numbers in between are
identification codes used for
traceability. This information is
used to contact customers if a tire
defect requires a recall.
I. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or
AT: All Terrain, or
AS: All Season.

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*Temperature: The temperature
grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
M. Maximum Inflation
Pressure: Indicates the tire
manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. See the
completed vehicle's owner's
manual for the location of the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The cold inflation pressure
should never be set lower than the
recommended pressure on the
vehicle label.
The tire suppliers may have
additional markings, notes or
warnings such as standard load
or radial tubeless.

B
A

D
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information beyond those of P
type tires; these differences are
described below.
A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated
by the Tire and Rim Association,
that is intended for service on light
trucks.
B. Load Range and Load
Inflation Limits: Indicates the
tire's load-carrying capabilities
and its inflation limits.
C. Maximum Load Dual lb (kg)
at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a dual;
defined as four tires on the rear
axle (a total of six or more tires on
the vehicle).

Additional Information
Contained on the Tire Sidewall
for LT Type Tires
Note: Tire Quality Grades do not
apply to this type of tire.

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D. Maximum Load Single lb
(kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates
the maximum load and tire
pressure when the tire is used as
a single; defined as two tires
(total) on the rear axle.

T type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P
type tires; these differences are
described below:
A. T: Indicates a type of tire,
designated by the Tire and Rim
Association, that is intended for
temporary service on cars, sport
utility vehicles, minivans and light
trucks.
B. 145: Indicates the nominal
width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
C. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio
which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width. Numbers of 70 or
lower indicate a short sidewall.
D. D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.
R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.

Information on T Type Tires
T145/80D16 is an example of a
tire size.
Note: The temporary tire size for
your vehicle may be different from
this example. Tire Quality Grades
do not apply to this type of tire.

D
E

Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehicle
requires that your tires are
properly inflated. Remember that
a tire can lose up to half of its air
pressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, check
your tires. If one looks lower than
the others, use a tire gauge to
check pressure of all tires and
adjust if required.

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At least once a month and before
long trips, inspect each tire and
check the tire pressure with a tire
gauge (including spare, if
equipped). Inflate all tires to the
inflation pressure recommended
by Ford Motor Company.
You are strongly urged to buy a
reliable tire pressure gauge, as
automatic service station gauges
may be inaccurate. Ford
recommends the use of a digital
or dial-type tire pressure gauge
rather than a stick-type tire
pressure gauge.
Use the recommended cold
inflation pressure for optimum tire
performance and wear.
Under-inflation or over-inflation
may cause uneven treadwear
patterns

Always inflate your tires to the
Ford recommended inflation
pressure even if it is less than the
maximum inflation pressure
information found on the tire. The
Ford recommended tire inflation
pressure is found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label or
Tire Label. See the completed
vehicle's owner's manual for the
location of the Safety Compliance
Certification Label or Tire Label.
Failure to follow the tire pressure
recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and
adversely affect the way your
vehicle handles
Maximum Inflation Pressure is
the tire manufacturer's maximum
permissible pressure and the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the manufacturer’s recommended
cold inflation pressure which can
be found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label or
Tire Label. See the completed
vehicle's owner's manual for the
location of the Safety Compliance
Certification Label or Tire Label.
The cold inflation pressure should
never be set lower than the
recommended pressure on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label or Tire Label.

WARNING
Under-inflation is the most
common cause of tire failures
and may result in severe tire
cracking, tread separation or
blowout, with unexpected loss of
vehicle control and increased risk
of injury. Under-inflation increases
sidewall flexing and rolling
resistance, resulting in heat
buildup and internal damage to
the tire. It also may result in
unnecessary tire stress, irregular
wear, loss of vehicle control and
accidents. A tire can lose up to
half of its air pressure and not
appear to be flat!

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When weather temperature
changes occur, tire inflation
pressures also change. A 10°F
(6°C) temperature drop can
cause a corresponding drop of 1
psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure.
Check your tire pressures
frequently and adjust them to the
proper pressure which can be
found on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label or Tire Label.
To check the pressure in your
tire(s):
1. Make sure the tires are cool,
meaning they are not hot from
driving even a mile.
Note: If you are checking tire
pressure when the tire is hot, (for
example, driven more than 1 mile
[1.6 kilometers]), never bleed or
reduce air pressure. The tires are
hot from driving and it is normal for
pressures to increase above
recommended cold pressures. A
hot tire at or below recommended
cold inflation pressure could be
significantly under-inflated.
Note: If you have to drive a
distance to get air for your tire(s),
check and record the tire pressure
first and add the appropriate air
pressure when you get to the
pump. It is normal for tires to heat
up and the air pressure inside to go
up as you drive.
2. Remove the cap from the valve
on one tire, then firmly press
the tire gauge onto the valve
and measure the pressure.

3. Add enough air to reach the
recommended air pressure.
Note: If you overfill the tire, release
air by pressing on the metal stem
in the center of the valve. Then
recheck the pressure with your tire
gauge.
4. Replace the valve cap.
5. Repeat this procedure for each
tire, including the spare.
Note: Some spare tires operate at
a higher inflation pressure than the
other tires. For T type mini-spare
tires, see the Dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly information for
a description. Store and maintain
at 60 psi (4.15 bar). For full-size
and dissimilar spare tires, see the
Dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly information for a
description. Store and maintain at
the higher of the front and rear
inflation pressure as shown on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label or Tire Label.
6. Visually inspect the tires to
make sure there are no nails or
other objects embedded that
could poke a hole in the tire
and cause an air leak.
7. Check the sidewalls to make
sure there are no gouges, cuts
or bulges.

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Tire Inflation Information

All tires with Steel Carcass Plies
(if equipped):
This type of tire utilizes steel cords
in the sidewalls. As such, they
cannot be treated like normal light
truck tires. Tire service, including
adjusting tire pressure, must be
performed by personnel trained,
supervised and equipped
according to Federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration
regulations. For example, during
any procedure involving tire
inflation, the technician or
individual must utilize a remote
inflation device, and ensure that
all persons are clear of the
trajectory area.

WARNING
An inflated tire and rim can
be very dangerous if
improperly used, serviced or
maintained. To reduce the risk of
serious injury, never attempt to
re-inflate a tire which has been run
flat or seriously under-inflated
without first removing the tire
from the wheel assembly for
inspection. Do not attempt to add
air to tires or replace tires or
wheels without first taking
precautions to protect persons
and property.

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signs of damage or excessive
wear. If internal damage to the tire
is suspected, have the tire
demounted and inspected in case
it needs to be repaired or replaced.
For your safety, tires that are
damaged or show signs of
excessive wear should not be used
because they are more likely to
blow out or fail.
Improper or inadequate vehicle
maintenance can cause tires to
wear abnormally. Inspect all your
tires, including the spare,
frequently, and replace them if
one or more of the following
conditions exist:

WARNING
Stay out of the trajectory (1)
as indicated in the illustration.
Inspecting Your Tires and
Wheel Valve Stems
Periodically inspect the tire treads
for uneven or excessive wear and
remove objects such as stones,
nails or glass that may be wedged
in the tread grooves. Check the tire
and valve stems for holes, cracks,
or cuts that may permit air
leakage and repair or replace the
tire and replace the valve stem.
Inspect the tire sidewalls for
cracking, cuts, bruises and other
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Tire Wear

or suspected have the tire
inspected by a tire professional.
Tires can be damaged during
off-road use, so inspection after
off-road use is also
recommended.
Age
WARNING
Tires degrade over time
depending on many factors
such as weather, storage
conditions, and conditions of use
(load, speed, inflation pressure)
the tires experience throughout
their lives.

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When the tread is worn down to
one sixteenth of an inch (2
millimeters), tires must be
replaced to help prevent your
vehicle from skidding and
hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear
indicators, or wear bars, which
look like narrow strips of smooth
rubber across the tread will
appear on the tire when the tread
is worn down to one sixteenth of
an inch (2 millimeters).
When the tire tread wears down
to the same height as these wear
bars, the tire is worn out and must
be replaced.

In general, tires should be
replaced after six years regardless
of tread wear. However, heat
caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading conditions
can accelerate the aging process
and may require tires to be
replaced more frequently.
You should replace your spare tire
when you replace the road tires or
after six years due to aging even if
it has not been used.

Damage

U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number

Periodically inspect the tire treads
and sidewalls for damage (such
as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,
cracks in the tread groove and
separation in the tread or
sidewall). If damage is observed

Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire
manufacturers to place
standardized information on the
sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and

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describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also
provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.
This begins with the letters DOT
and indicates that the tire meets
all federal standards. The next
two numbers or letters are the
plant code designating where it
was manufactured, the next two
are the tire size code and the last
four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean
the 31st week of 1997. After 2000
the numbers go to four digits. For
example, 2501 means the 25th
week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes
used for traceability. This
information is used to contact
customers if a tire defect requires
a recall.

WARNINGS
may be found on either the Safety
Compliance Certification Label or
the Tire Label. If this information
is not found on these labels then
you should contact your
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Use of any tire or wheel
not recommended by Ford can
affect the safety and performance
of your vehicle, which could result
in an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death.
Additionally the use of
non-recommended tires and
wheels could cause steering,
suspension, axle, transfer case or
power transfer unit failure. If you
have questions regarding tire
replacement, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
To reduce the risk of serious
injury, when mounting
replacement tires and wheels, you
should not exceed the maximum
pressure indicated on the sidewall
of the tire to set the beads without
additional precautions listed
below. If the beads do not seat at
the maximum pressure indicated,
re-lubricate and try again

Tire Replacement
Requirements
Your vehicle is equipped with tires
designed to provide a safe ride
and handling capability.
WARNINGS
Only use replacement tires
and wheels that are the same
size, load index, speed rating and
type (such as P-metric versus
LT-metric or all-season versus
all-terrain) as those originally
provided by Ford. The
recommended tire and wheel size
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It is recommended that the two
front tires or two rear tires
generally be replaced as a pair.

WARNINGS
When inflating the tire for
mounting pressures up to 20 psi
(1.38 bar) greater than the
maximum pressure on the tire
sidewall, the following
precautions must be taken to
protect the person mounting the
tire:

Replacing a Tire That is
Greenhouse Gas Certified
The tires installed on this vehicle
at the factory as original
equipment are certified for
Greenhouse Gas and Fuel
Efficiency regulations.
Replacement tires must be of
equal or lower rolling resistance
level (TRRL or Crr). Consult with
your tire supplier(s) for
appropriate replacement tires.

1. Make sure that you have the
correct tire and wheel size.
2. Lubricate the tire bead and
wheel bead seat area again.
3. Stand at a minimum of 12 feet
(3.6 meters) away from the wheel
and tire assembly.

Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck in
snow, mud, or sand, do not
rapidly spin the tires; spinning the
tires can tear the tire and cause
an explosion. A tire can explode in
as little as three to five seconds.
Do not spin the wheels at
over 35 mph (56 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a
passenger or bystander.

4. Use both eye and ear
protection.
For a mounting pressure more
than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than
the maximum pressure, a Ford
dealer or other tire service
professional should do the
mounting.
Always inflate steel carcass tires
with a remote air fill with the
person inflating standing at a
minimum of 12 feet (3.6 meters)
away from the wheel and tire
assembly

Driving habits have a great deal
to do with your tire mileage and
safety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects on
the road

Important: Remember to replace
the wheel valve stems when the
road tires are replaced on your
vehicle
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*Do not run over curbs or hit the
tire against a curb when parking

Wheel misalignment in the front
or the rear can cause uneven and
rapid treadwear of your tires and
should be corrected by an
authorized dealer. Front-wheel
drive vehicles and those with an
independent rear suspension may
require alignment of all four
wheels.
The tires should also be balanced
periodically. An unbalanced tire
and wheel assembly may result in
irregular tire wear.

Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drive
there’s always the possibility that
you may eventually have a flat tire
on the highway. Drive slowly to the
closest safe area out of traffic.
This may further damage the flat
tire, but your safety is more
important.
If you feel a sudden vibration or
ride disturbance while driving, or
you suspect your tire or vehicle
has been damaged, immediately
reduce your speed. Drive with
caution until you can safely pull
off the road. Stop and inspect the
tires for damage. If a tire is
under-inflated or damaged,
deflate it, remove wheel and
replace it with your spare tire and
wheel. If you cannot detect a
cause, have the vehicle towed to
the nearest repair facility or tire
dealer to have the vehicle
inspected.

Tire Rotation
Note: If your tires show uneven
wear ask an authorized dealer to
check for and correct any wheel
misalignment, tire imbalance or
mechanical problem involved
before tire rotation.
Note: Your vehicle may be
equipped with a dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly. A
dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly is defined as a spare
wheel and tire assembly that is
different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and
wheels. If you have a dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly it is
intended for temporary use only
and should not be used in a tire
rotation.
Note: After having your tires
rotated, inflation pressure must be
checked and adjusted to the
vehicle requirements.

Tire and Wheel Alignment
A bad jolt from hitting a curb or
pothole can cause the front end
of your vehicle to become
misaligned or cause damage to
your tires. If your vehicle seems to
pull to one side when you’re
driving, the wheels may be out of
alignment. Have an authorized
dealer check the wheel alignment
periodically.

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Rotating your tires at the
recommended interval (as
indicated in the Scheduled
Maintenance chapter) will help
your tires wear more evenly,
providing better tire performance
and longer tire life.
Dual rear wheel drive vehicle - six
tire rotation

rear wheels. Rotate them side to
side as a set. After tire rotation,
inflation pressures must be
adjusted for the tires new
positions in accordance with
vehicle requirements.
Sometimes irregular tire wear can
be corrected by rotating the tires.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING
Snow tires must be the same size,
load index, and speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury,
and death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case, or power transfer unit failure. It is also
strongly advised to follow the Ford
recommended tire inflation pressure found
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post, next to the
driver’s seating position), or Tire Label
which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and adversely
affect the way your vehicle handles.

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If your vehicle is equipped with
dual rear wheels it is
recommended that the front and
rear tires (in pairs) be rotated only
side to side. We do not
recommend splitting up the dual

The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
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Note: The suspension insulation and
bumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Do
not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.

If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and
tire, then it is intended for temporary use
only. This means that if you need to use it,
you should replace it as soon as possible
with a road wheel and tire assembly that
is the same size and type as the road tires
and wheels that were originally provided
by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel
is damaged, it should be replaced rather
than repaired.

Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
•
•
•

•

If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
Use only SAE Class S chains.
Install chains securely, verifying that
the chains do not touch any wiring,
brake lines or fuel lines.
Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains
rub or bang against your vehicle, stop
and retighten the chains. If this does
not work, remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
Remove the tire chains when they are
no longer needed. Do not use tire
chains on dry roads.

A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
is defined as a spare wheel and tire
assembly that is different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1. T-type mini-spare: This spare tire
begins with the letter T for tire size and
may have Temporary Use Only molded in
the sidewall.
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label
on wheel: This spare tire has a label on
the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY.

If you have any questions regarding snow
chains or cables, please contact your
authorized dealer.

When driving with one of the dissimilar
spare tires listed above, do not:

CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL

•
•

If you get a flat tire while driving, do not
apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease your speed. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.

•
•

Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information

•

WARNING

•

Failure to follow these guidelines
could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

•

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Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
Tow a trailer.
Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
Use commercial car washing
equipment.
Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.

Wheels and Tires
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location can
lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.

Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without
label on wheel

To help prevent the vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure to place the transmission in park
(P), set the parking brake and block (in
both directions) the wheel that is
diagonally opposite (other side and end of
the vehicle) to the tire being changed.

Tire Change Procedure
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent the vehicle from
moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
transmission is in park (P).

When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.

Never get underneath a vehicle that
is supported only by a jack. If the
vehicle slips off the jack, you or
someone else could be seriously injured.
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 or changing the wheel.

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.

Always use the jack provided as
original equipment with your vehicle.
If using a jack other than the one
provided as original equipment with your
vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is
adequate for the vehicle weight, including
any vehicle cargo or modifications.
1.

Park on a level surface, set the parking
brake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park (P) and
turn the engine off.

When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.

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Wheels and Tires

E161440

10.
E175447

11.
12.

3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.
The parking brake is on the
transmission. Therefore, the vehicle will
not be prevented from moving when a
rear wheel is lifted, even if the parking
brake is applied. Be sure to block both
directions of the wheel that is
diagonally opposite to the wheel that
is being lifted.
4. Remove the spare tire and jack from
the storage location.
5. Loosen the wheel nut by pulling up on
the handle of the lug nut wrench about
one-half turn (counterclockwise). Do
not remove the wheel lug nuts until you
raise the tire off the ground.
6. Position the jack to raise the front or
rear wheel. Raise the vehicle with the
jack applied to the axle(s).
Note: Never use the rear differential as a
jacking point.

Use the lug nut wrench to screw the
lug nut snugly against the wheel.
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the jack and fully tighten the
lug nuts in the order shown. See
Technical Specifications (page
117).
1
6

8
E161441

8-lug nut wheel
10

Raise the vehicle until the wheel is
completely off the ground.
8. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut
wrench.
9. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

6
7

E169375

4
2

10-lug nut wheel
13. Replace any wheel trim.
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14. Stow the jack, handle and lug wrench.

15. Unblock the wheels.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING
When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials
present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub,
brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners
that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting
surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the
wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off
while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.
Bolt size

Ib-ft (Nm)

M14 x 1.5
(19.5 inch wheels)

150 (200)

M22 x 1.5
(22.5 inch wheels)

450 (610)

Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford
recommended replacement fasteners.
On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified
torque at 100 miles (160 kilometers), and again at 500 miles (800 kilometers) of new
vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat
tire, wheel removal).
On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer
and the nut. Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads.

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Capacities and Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine

6.8L Engine

Displacement

415 in³ (6,800 cm³)

Firing order

1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9

Ignition system

Coil on plug

Spark plug gap

0.039 in (1 mm) - 0.043 in (1.1 mm)

Compression ratio

9.2:1
Engines without Air Conditioning

Drivebelt Routing
Engines with Air Conditioning

E161789

E161788

MOTORCRAFT PARTS
Component

6.8L V10 engine

Air filter element

FA-1782

Battery

BXT-65-750

Oil filter

FL-820-S

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Component

6.8L V10 engine

Spark plugs

SP-509

Transmission fluid filter

FT-180

We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any
damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 128).

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION
LABEL

The vehicle identification number is
located near the cowl to the right of the air
filter.
If you ever find it necessary to
communicate with Ford Motor Company
about your vehicle, always include the VIN
in your communication. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) contains the
following information:

E167469

The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require that a
Safety Compliance Certification Label be
affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where
the Safety Compliance Certification Label
may be located. The Safety Compliance
Certification Label shall be affixed to either
the door hinge pillar, the door latch post,
or the edge of the door near the door latch,
next to the driver's seating position.

E142477

World manufacturer identifier

Brake system, Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating, Restraint Devices
and their locations

Make, vehicle line, series, body
type

Engine type

Check digit

Model year

Assembly plant

Production sequence number

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Capacities and Specifications
The transmission code is on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. The
following table shows the transmission
code along with the transmission
description.

TRANSMISSION CODE
DESIGNATION

E167814

Description

Code

Six Speed Automatic Transmission (6R140)

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Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
Item

Capacity

Engine oil

7.0 qt (6.6 L)

Engine coolant

30.6 qt (29 L)

Brake fluid

Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Rear axle lubricant
(Dana M80 axle)

4.1 qt (3.9 L)

Rear axle lubricant
(Dana S110 axle)

8.0 qt (7.6 L)

Rear axle lubricant
(Dana S130 axle)

7.0 qt (6.6 L)

Rear axle lubricant
(Dana Spicer 107060S axle)

16.0 qt (15.1 L)
17.2 qt (16.3 L)

Automatic transmission fluid
Power steering fluid

Keep in FULL range on dipstick

Windshield washer fluid

Fill as required

Fuel tank (Motorhome)

80 gal (303 L)

Fuel tank (Commercial chassis)

40 gal (151 L)

A/C refrigerant

2.13 lb (0.966 kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

8 fl oz (236.6 ml)

Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.

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Specifications
Materials
Name

Specification

Recommended motor oil (U.S.):
WSS-M2C946-A
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil
XO-5W30-QSP
Recommended Motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LSP12

WSS-M2C946-A

Optional motor oil (U.S.):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QFS

WSS-M2C946-A

Optional Motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LFS12

WSS-M2C946-A

Engine coolant (U.S.):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
VC-3DIL-B

WSS-M97B44-D2

Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
CVC-3DIL-B

WSS-M97B44-D2

1
WSS-M6C65-A2
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-20

Brake fluid:
Motorcraft DOT 5.1 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-21

WSS-M6C65-A3

Rear axle lubricant (U.S.):
Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
XY-75W140-QL

WSL-M2C192-A

Rear axle lubricant (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant
CXY-75W140-1L

WSL-M2C192-A

Automatic transmission fluid and power steering fluid
(U.S.):

WSS-M2C938-A
MERCON LV

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Name

Specification

Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
Automatic transmission fluid and power steering fluid
(Canada):
Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-LV12

WSS-M2C938-A
MERCON LV

Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)

WSS-M14P19-A

A/C refrigerant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19

WSH-M17B19-A

A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R

WSH-M17B19-A

A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D

WSH-M1C231-B

Transmission, steering, parking linkages and pivots and
brake pedal shaft grease:
Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1

ESA-M1C75-B

Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5

ESB-M1C93-B

Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid is for
vehicles with Hydroboost brake booster systems. This include chassis with gross vehicle
weight ratings of 16,000 lb (7257 kg), 18,000 lb (8165 kg) and 19,500 lb (8845 kg).
2

Motorcraft DOT 5.1 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid is for vehicles with Hydromax brake booster
systems. This is includes chassis with gross vehicle weight ratings of 20,500 lb (9299
kg), 22,000 lb (9979 kg), 24,000 lb (10886 kg) and 26,000 lb (11793 kg).

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If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this may lead to:
• Component damage which is not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.

Note: Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid
or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use
of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause degraded brake
performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid
clean and dry. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require
MERCON LV transmission fluid should only
use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The
use of any other fluid may cause
transmission damage.

We recommend Motorcraft motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft oil is not
available, use motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SN requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do
not use oil labeled with API SN service
category unless the label also displays the
API certification mark.

E142732

An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
the International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC).
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by your vehicle warranty.

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Extended Service Plan (ESP)
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.

That means you get:
• Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership
• Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts

SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)
More than 32 million Ford owners have
discovered the powerful protection of Ford
Extended Service Plan. It is the extended
service plan backed by Ford Motor
Company, and provides peace of mind
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty coverage.

Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
You take advantage of replacement
transportation if your vehicle is at your
authorized dealer for same day covered
repairs.

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and
labor – can easily exceed the price of your
Ford Extended Service Plan. With Ford ESP
you minimize your risk for unexpected
repair bills and rising repair costs.

Extended Rental Benefits

Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components

Roadside Assistance

If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, including bumper to bumper
warranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.

Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:

There are four core Extended Service Plans
with different levels of coverage. Ask your
authorized dealer for details.

•

PremiumCARE - Our most
comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components,
and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical
components.

•
•
•

Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Extended Service Plan coverage expires,
you can transfer any remaining coverage
to the new owner. Whenever you sell your
vehicle, prospective buyers may have a
higher degree of confidence that vehicle
was properly maintained with Ford ESP,
thereby improving resale value.

Ford Extended Service Plan is honored by
all authorized Ford dealers in the U.S.,
Canada and Mexico. It is the extended
service plan authorized and backed by Ford
Motor Company.

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Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts
Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle,
rental car coverage and emergency
transportation.

Extended Service Plan (ESP)
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)

Avoid the Rising Cost of Properly
Maintaining Your Vehicle!

You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended
Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan
is the only service contract backed by Ford
Motor Company of Canada, Limited.
Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford
Extended Service Plan provides benefits
such as:

Ford Extended Service Plan also offers a
Premium Maintenance Plan that covers all
scheduled maintenance, and selected
wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so
you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle’s maintenance. It covers
regular checkups, routine inspections,
preventive care and replacement of select
items that require periodic attention for
normal wear:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•

Windshield wiper blades.
Spark plugs.
The clutch disc.
Brake pads and linings.
Shock absorbers.
Struts.
Engine Belts.
Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment.

•

There are several Ford Extended Service
Plans available in various time, distance
and deductible combinations. Each plan
is tailored to fit your own driving needs,
including reimbursement for towing and
rental. When you purchase Ford Extended
Service Plan, you receive added
peace-of-mind protection throughout
Canada, the United States and Mexico,
provided by a network of participating
authorized Ford Motor Company dealers.

Interest Free Finance Options
Available
Take advantage of our interest free
installment payment plan. Just a 10%
down payment will provide you with an
affordable, no interest, no fee payment
program allowing you all the security and
benefits Ford ESP has to offer while paying
over time. You are pre-approved with no
credit checks, no hassles! To learn more,
call our Ford ESP specialists at
800-367-3377.

Note: Repairs performed outside of
Canada, the United States and Mexico are
not eligible for Ford Extended Service Plan
coverage.
This information is subject to change. For
more information, visit your local Ford of
Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the
Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for
you.

Ford ESP
P.O. Box 321067
Detroit, MI 48232

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Rental reimbursement.
Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.
Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
Roadside Assistance benefits.

Scheduled Maintenance
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft
Replacement Parts

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION

Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft and
Ford-authorized branded re-manufactured
replacement parts. These parts meet or
exceed our specifications. Parts installed
at your dealership carry a nationwide
24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer)
parts and labor limited warranty.

Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenance
schedule helps protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and may help to
increase the value of your vehicle when
you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for
completed maintenance with your vehicle.

If you do not use Ford authorized parts they
may not meet our specifications and
depending on the part, it could affect
emissions compliance.

We have established regular maintenance
intervals for your vehicle based upon
rigorous testing. It is important that you
have your vehicle serviced at the proper
times. These intervals serve two purposes;
one is to maintain the reliability of your
vehicle and the second is to keep your cost
of owning your vehicle down.

Convenience
Many dealerships have extended evening
and Saturday hours to make your service
visit more convenient and they offer one
stop shopping. They can perform any
services that are required on your vehicle,
from general maintenance to collision
repairs.

It is your responsibility to have all
scheduled maintenance performed and to
make sure that the materials used meet
the specifications identified in this owner's
manual. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 118).

Note: Not all dealers have extended hours
or body shops. Please contact your dealer
for details.

Failure to perform scheduled maintenance
invalidates warranty coverage on parts
affected by the lack of maintenance.

Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that pays
dividends in the form of improved
reliability, durability and resale value. To
maintain the proper performance of your
vehicle and its emission control systems,
make sure you have scheduled
maintenance performed at the designated
intervals.

Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?
Factory-trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensive
factory-sponsored certification training to
help them become experts on the
operation of your vehicle. Ask your
dealership about the training and
certification their technicians have
received.

Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.

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Scheduled Maintenance
Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.

Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.

We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.

Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.

Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information.

Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.

Check every month

Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.

Check every six months

Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.

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Scheduled Maintenance
Check every six months

Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.

Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection

Accessory drive belt(s)

Horn operation

Battery performance

Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses

Engine air filter

Suspension component for leaks or
damage

Exhaust system

Steering and linkage

Exterior lamps and hazard warning system Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
**
operation
pressure
Fluid levels ; fill if necessary

Windshield for cracks, chips or pits

For oil and fluid leaks

Washer spray and wiper operation

Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
**

If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.

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Scheduled Maintenance
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of

your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)

Change engine oil and filter.
*

Rotate tires , inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
*

Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.

Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)

Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.

Other maintenance items

Every 30000 miles (48000 Replace engine air filter.
km)
Change automatic transmission fluid. Consult dealer for
Every 60000 miles (96000 requirements.
km)
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if nonsealed bearings are used.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)

Replace spark plugs.

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Other maintenance items
*

Change engine coolant.
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km)

Replace rear axle fluid.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).

Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)
Every two years

Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the
last 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed
bearings are used.
Replace brake fluid.

Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers), then every three
years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
**

If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).

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perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician.

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier

Inspect frequently, service
as required

Inspect U-joints.

Every 5000 miles (8000
km)

Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.

See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.

Rotate tires , inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months

Change engine oil and filter.
Inspect U-joints.

Every 30000 miles (48000 Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
km)
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 60000 miles (96000 Replace spark plugs.
km)
*

Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;
rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)

Every 5000 miles (8000
km)

Inspect brake system.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
*

Rotate tires , inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months

Inspect U-joints.

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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)

Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months or 200
engine hours

Change engine oil and filter.

Every 30000 miles (48000 Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
km)
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 60000 miles (96000 Replace spark plugs.
km)
*

Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;
rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.

Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)

Inspect frequently, service
as required

Replace engine air filter.

Every 5000 miles (8000
km)

Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.

Replace cabin air filter, if equipped.

Rotate tires , inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months

Change engine oil and filter.
Inspect U-joints.

Every 30000 miles (48000 Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
km)
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 50000 miles (80000 Change rear axle fluid.
km)
*

Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;
rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods

Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:

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of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or
three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add
friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 118).

Hot climate oil change intervals:
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5000 miles (8000
kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter and cabin air filter
replacement: The life of the engine air
filter and cabin air filter is dependent on
exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and
cabin air filter.

California fuel filter replacement: If you
register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE RECORD

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Dealer stamp

Repair Order #:

Distance:

Engine hours (optional):

Multi-point inspection (recommended):
Signature:
E146852

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Index

Car Wash
See: Cleaning the Exterior................................94

Changing a Fuse............................................80

About This Manual...........................................3
ABS

Fuses........................................................................80

Changing a Road Wheel.............................114

See: Brakes.............................................................35

Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.......................................................114
Tire Change Procedure......................................115

ABS driving hints
See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes..................................................................35

Changing the 12V Battery.............................91

Accessories

Battery relearn.......................................................92

See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation..............................................6

Changing the Engine Air Filter...................93
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.........................95
Cleaning the Engine......................................94
Cleaning the Exterior....................................94

Adjusting the Steering Wheel......................9
Audible Warnings and Indicators...............17
Fail-Safe Cooling Warning Chime...................17
Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................17
Key in Ignition Warning Chime..........................17
Parking Brake On Warning Chime...................17
Shift to Park Warning Chime.............................17

Exterior Chrome Parts........................................94
Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................94
Stripes or Graphics..............................................94
Underbody..............................................................94

Coolant Check

Automatic Transmission.............................32

See: Engine Coolant Check..............................84

Brake-Shift Interlock...........................................34
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow....................................................................34
Understanding the Positions of Your
Automatic Transmission...............................32

Cruise Control....................................................9
Principle of Operation.........................................37

Cruise control
See: Using Cruise Control..................................37

Customer Assistance....................................57

Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check...............................................................87

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid
levels....................................................................88
Automatic transmission fluid filter...............88
Correct fluid level..................................................87
High fluid level.......................................................88
Low fluid level........................................................87

Daytime Running Lamps..............................12
Direction Indicators.........................................12
Driving Hints......................................................51
Driving Through Water..................................52
DRL

See: Daytime Running Lamps..........................12

Brake Fluid Check..........................................88
Hydroboost............................................................89
Hydromax...............................................................89

Economical Driving.........................................51
Emission Control System............................29

Brakes.................................................................35

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....................30
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) Testing.....................................................30

General Information............................................35

Breaking-In........................................................51

Engine Block Heater......................................24
Using the Engine Block Heater........................24

California Proposition 65...............................5
Capacities and Specifications.................122
Specifications.......................................................123

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Engine Coolant Check..................................84
Adding Engine Coolant......................................84
Recycled Engine Coolant..................................85
Severe Climates....................................................85
What you Should Know About Fail-Safe
Cooling................................................................86

Gauges.................................................................13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................14
Fuel Gauge...............................................................14
Speedometer..........................................................14
Transmission Fluid Temperature
Gauge....................................................................14

Engine Oil Check............................................83
Adding Engine Oil.................................................83

Engine Oil Dipstick.........................................83
Engine Specifications..................................118

General Maintenance Information.........128

Drivebelt Routing.................................................118

Multi-point Inspection......................................130
Owner Checks and Services...........................129
Protecting Your Investment............................128
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................128
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?......................................................128

Environment.......................................................8
Essential Towing Checks.............................47
Before Towing a Trailer......................................48
Hitches......................................................................47
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)..........................................49
Safety Chains.........................................................47
Trailer Brakes.........................................................48
Trailer Lamps.........................................................48
When Towing a Trailer.......................................48

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada...........................................................60
Getting the Services You Need..................57
Away From Home.................................................57

Export Unique Options...................................7
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................126
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)..............127
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)..........................126

Handbrake
See: Parking Brake...............................................36

Hazard Warning Flashers............................54
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes..............................................................35

F
Ford Credit...........................................................5

(U.S. Only).................................................................5

Fuel and Refueling.........................................25
Fuel Consumption.........................................28

Ignition Switch.................................................22
In California (U.S. Only)...............................58
Information Displays......................................18

Calculating Fuel Economy................................28
Filling the Tank......................................................28

Fuel Filter............................................................91
Fuel Quality......................................................26

General Information.............................................18

Information Messages..................................19

Choosing the Right Fuel....................................26

Engine.......................................................................20
Maintenance...........................................................21
Transmission...........................................................21

Fuses...................................................................63
Fuse Specification Chart.............................63
Diode and Relay Module....................................73
F53/F59 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel.....................................................................74
F53 Power Distribution Box..............................63

Instrument Cluster..........................................13
Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................11
Introduction........................................................3

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Perchlorate..........................................................5
Power Steering Fluid Check.......................90
Steering linkage lubrication points.................91

Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................54

Protecting the Environment.........................8

Connecting the Jumper Cables.......................55
Jump Starting........................................................56
Preparing Your Vehicle.......................................55
Removing the Jumper Cables.........................56

R
Recommended Towing Weights..............45
Reduced Engine Performance...................51
Refueling............................................................27

Fuel Filler Cap.........................................................27

Lighting Control................................................11
Headlamp Flasher..................................................11
High Beams..............................................................11

Replacement Parts
Recommendation.........................................6

Lighting.................................................................11
Load Carrying..................................................38
Load Limit.........................................................38

Collision Repairs......................................................6
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical
Repairs...................................................................6
Warranty on Replacement Parts......................6

Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer...................................................................38

Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)................................................................62
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only).................................................................61
Roadside Assistance.....................................53

Lug Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel.........................114

Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance..........................................................53
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside
Assistance..........................................................53
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting
Roadside Assistance......................................53
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using
Roadside Assistance......................................53

Maintenance.....................................................81
General Information.............................................81

Message Center
See: Information Displays..................................18

Mobile Communications Equipment.........7
Motorcraft Parts.............................................118

Roadside Emergencies................................53
Running-In
See: Breaking-In.....................................................51

Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............131

Running Out of Fuel......................................26

Oil Change Indicator Reset.........................83

See: Engine Oil Check.........................................83

Safety Precautions........................................25
Scheduled Maintenance Record............135
Scheduled Maintenance............................128
Snow Chains

Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature.........................................................61

Special Notices.................................................6

Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System................................................................83

Oil Check

See: Using Snow Chains...................................113
New Vehicle Limited Warranty..........................6
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................6
Special Instructions...............................................6

Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual.............61

P
Parking Brake...................................................36

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Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance................................................133
Exceptions.............................................................134

Under Hood Overview..................................82
Using Cruise Control......................................37

Speed Control
See: Cruise Control...............................................37

Switching Cruise Control Off............................37
Switching Cruise Control On............................37

Starter Switch
See: Ignition Switch.............................................22

Using Snow Chains.......................................113
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only)...........................59

Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................22
Failure to Start.......................................................23
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes..................23
Important Ventilating Information.................23
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is
Moving.................................................................23
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is
Stationary...........................................................23

V
Vehicle Care.....................................................94
General Information............................................94

Vehicle Certification Label........................120
Vehicle Identification Number.................120
Vehicle Storage...............................................95

Starting and Stopping the Engine............22
General Information............................................22

Steering Wheel..................................................9
Symbols Glossary.............................................3

Battery.....................................................................96
Body..........................................................................96
Brakes.......................................................................96
Cooling system.....................................................96
Engine......................................................................96
Fuel system............................................................96
General.....................................................................95
Miscellaneous.......................................................96
Removing Vehicle From Storage....................96
Tires..........................................................................96

T
Technical Specifications
See: Capacities and Specifications..............118

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only).........................59
Tire Care............................................................98
Glossary of Tire Terminology...........................99
Information About Uniform Tire Quality
Grading...............................................................98
Information Contained on the Tire
Sidewall............................................................100
Temperature A B C..............................................99
Traction AA A B C.................................................98
Treadwear...............................................................98

VIN
See: Vehicle Identification Number.............120

W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................15
Anti-Lock Braking System.................................15
Battery.......................................................................15
Brake Reserve System.........................................16
Brake System..........................................................16
Cruise Control.........................................................16
Direction Indicator................................................16
Electronic Throttle Control................................16
Fasten Safety Belt................................................16
High Beam...............................................................16
Service Engine Soon............................................16
Transmission Tow/Haul......................................17

Tires
See: Wheels and Tires.......................................98

Towing a Trailer...............................................44
Load Placement...................................................44

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......50
Emergency Towing..............................................50

Towing................................................................44
Transmission Code Designation..............121
Transmission....................................................32
Transmission

Washers

See: Transmission................................................32

See: Cleaning the Exterior................................94
See: Wipers and Washers..................................10

Transporting the Vehicle.............................49

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Wheel Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel.........................114

Wheels and Tires...........................................98
Technical Specifications...................................117

Windshield Washers......................................10
Windshield Wipers.........................................10
Wipers and Washers......................................10
Wrecker Towing
See: Transporting the Vehicle.........................49

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