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Instrumentation Speed Gearshift control (pg. 114) Fuel gauge (pg. 41) Engine oil (pg. 15) pressure gauge Engine (pg. 16) Speedometer coolant (pg. 14) temperature Tachometer gauge (pg. 15) Charging (pg. 15) system gauge (pg. 16) NO R AL M F H E 40 60 30 20 40 ...
Instrumentation Speed Gearshift control (pg. 114) Fuel gauge (pg. 41) Engine oil (pg. 15) pressure gauge Engine (pg. 16) Speedometer coolant (pg. 14) temperature Tachometer gauge (pg. 15) Charging (pg. 15) system gauge (pg. 16) NO R AL M F H E 40 60 30 20 40 ...
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... and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care section. 8 Stop the engine and check the engine coolant level as soon as possible. Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES LOW FUEL F H E DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 20 20 40 km/h 50 ...60 80 100 70 120 L H 18 C 8 000005 80 140 2 THEFT 3 4 5 ABS BRAKE ! 10 0 90 1 0 RPMx1000 CHECK ENGINE 0 0 1 0 100 6 LOW RANGE 4x4 FUEL RESET Your vehicle is equipped with the following instrument cluster: Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level is low.
... and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care section. 8 Stop the engine and check the engine coolant level as soon as possible. Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES LOW FUEL F H E DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 20 20 40 km/h 50 ...60 80 100 70 120 L H 18 C 8 000005 80 140 2 THEFT 3 4 5 ABS BRAKE ! 10 0 90 1 0 RPMx1000 CHECK ENGINE 0 0 1 0 100 6 LOW RANGE 4x4 FUEL RESET Your vehicle is equipped with the following instrument cluster: Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level is low.
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...if one of the warning lights illuminates, they both do. Oil pressure Illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to Checking and adding engine oil in the ON or START position and any door is open. Also illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. The light ...On. LOW WASH DOOR AJAR Charging system Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. 9 Stop the engine and check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Instrumentation Low washer fluid Illuminates briefly when the ignition is ...
...if one of the warning lights illuminates, they both do. Oil pressure Illuminates briefly when the ignition key is turned to Checking and adding engine oil in the ON or START position and any door is open. Also illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. The light ...On. LOW WASH DOOR AJAR Charging system Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service. 9 Stop the engine and check the engine oil level as soon as possible. Instrumentation Low washer fluid Illuminates briefly when the ignition is ...
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... about the On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system in the On position and the engine is turned to On. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Check engine warning light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. Instrumentation Brake system warning Extinguishes when the parking...
... about the On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system in the On position and the engine is turned to On. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Check engine warning light This light illuminates when the engine's Emission Control System requires service. Instrumentation Brake system warning Extinguishes when the parking...
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... the fuel pump shut-off switch has been activated. Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. For more information , refer to be serviced.
... the fuel pump shut-off switch has been activated. Instrumentation Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter. For more information , refer to be serviced.
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.../h 50 60 80 100 70 120 L H 18 C 8 000005 80 140 2 THEFT 3 4 5 ABS BRAKE ! 10 0 90 1 0 RPMx1000 CHECK ENGINE 0 0 1 0 100 6 LOW RANGE 4x4 FUEL RESET Turn the ignition key to the ON position and the engine is OFF. Safety belt warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating...
.../h 50 60 80 100 70 120 L H 18 C 8 000005 80 140 2 THEFT 3 4 5 ABS BRAKE ! 10 0 90 1 0 RPMx1000 CHECK ENGINE 0 0 1 0 100 6 LOW RANGE 4x4 FUEL RESET Turn the ignition key to the ON position and the engine is OFF. Safety belt warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating...
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If it to Checking and adding engine coolant and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter. The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is ... while refueling the vehicle. H L F E 15 Switch off the engine and allow it enters the red section, the engine is ON. Refer to cool. Fuel gauge For information on the capacity of the engine coolant. Instrumentation Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. 2 1 0 RPMx1000 3 4 5 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the fuel...
If it to Checking and adding engine coolant and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter. The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is ... while refueling the vehicle. H L F E 15 Switch off the engine and allow it enters the red section, the engine is ON. Refer to cool. Fuel gauge For information on the capacity of the engine coolant. Instrumentation Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. 2 1 0 RPMx1000 3 4 5 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the fuel...
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... pressure exists as long as safely possible. 8 18 Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates the engine oil pressure in the system. If the gauge indicates a low pressure and the engine oil level is correct, switch off the engine immediately and have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon... the Ignition information in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the gauge constantly indicates low pressure at normal engine speed, refer to Checking and adding engine oil in the Controls and features chapter for more information on level ground. Instrumentation The fuel gauge indicator ...
... pressure exists as long as safely possible. 8 18 Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates the engine oil pressure in the system. If the gauge indicates a low pressure and the engine oil level is correct, switch off the engine immediately and have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon... the Ignition information in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the gauge constantly indicates low pressure at normal engine speed, refer to Checking and adding engine oil in the Controls and features chapter for more information on level ground. Instrumentation The fuel gauge indicator ...
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Key returns to operate when the engine is running . 2(Lock) - locks the steering wheel and automatic gearshift lever. 3(Off) - shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4(On) - tests the warning lights. Controls and features Positions of the ignition switch 1(Accessory) - allows electrical accessories such as the audio system and wiper/washer to 4(On) when released. 4 3 5 2 1 40 Key remains here when engine is not running . 5(Start) - cranks the engine.
Key returns to operate when the engine is running . 2(Lock) - locks the steering wheel and automatic gearshift lever. 3(Off) - shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4(On) - tests the warning lights. Controls and features Positions of the ignition switch 1(Accessory) - allows electrical accessories such as the audio system and wiper/washer to 4(On) when released. 4 3 5 2 1 40 Key remains here when engine is not running . 5(Start) - cranks the engine.
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... terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to normal D (Overdrive) mode. The hazard lights can be operated when the ignition is flashing, contact your Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer as soon as possible. Also deactivate D (Overdrive) when: • driving with a heavy load • towing a trailer... up or down steep hills • additional engine braking is desired Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) The TCIL (OFF), located on the end of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. OVERDRIVE OFF...
... terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to normal D (Overdrive) mode. The hazard lights can be operated when the ignition is flashing, contact your Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer as soon as possible. Also deactivate D (Overdrive) when: • driving with a heavy load • towing a trailer... up or down steep hills • additional engine braking is desired Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) The TCIL (OFF), located on the end of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. OVERDRIVE OFF...
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... anti-theft system. A theft indicator in the Instrumentation chapter. During each vehicle start, the coded key is equipped with the Ford logo to ensure proper functionality. THEFT Programming spare keys Use one of the two electronically coded keys supplied with your special ignition key... be started. Controls and features ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Passive anti-theft system Your ignition key has a unique imbedded transponder which engages engine electronics and allows the vehicle to be purchased through your dealer or selected retailers. Your vehicle is read by the dealer. For...
... anti-theft system. A theft indicator in the Instrumentation chapter. During each vehicle start, the coded key is equipped with the Ford logo to ensure proper functionality. THEFT Programming spare keys Use one of the two electronically coded keys supplied with your special ignition key... be started. Controls and features ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Passive anti-theft system Your ignition key has a unique imbedded transponder which engages engine electronics and allows the vehicle to be purchased through your dealer or selected retailers. Your vehicle is read by the dealer. For...
Owner's Manual
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...toxic. Do not start your vehicle in other dry ground cover. Starting BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in a closed garage or in dry grass or other...have the vehicle checked. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in this chapter for more ...
...toxic. Do not start your vehicle in other dry ground cover. Starting BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in a closed garage or in dry grass or other...have the vehicle checked. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in this chapter for more ...
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... pressing the accelerator before or during starting the vehicle: 1. Before starting . Starting If you have difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the vehicle in this chapter. Only use the accelerator when you ...smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have buckled their proper usage, refer to start the vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all vehicle occupants have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Make sure all...
... pressing the accelerator before or during starting the vehicle: 1. Before starting . Starting If you have difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the vehicle in this chapter. Only use the accelerator when you ...smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have buckled their proper usage, refer to start the vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all vehicle occupants have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Make sure all...
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... illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt icon is light does not fastened, the illuminate. STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the engine 1. If the engine does not start within five seconds, wait ten seconds and try again. 3. Turn the key to 5 (Start) without pressing the accelerator. If the... engine does not start in two attempts OR the temperature 103 Starting LOW FUEL F H E DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 20 20 40 km/h 50 60 ...
... illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt icon is light does not fastened, the illuminate. STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the engine 1. If the engine does not start within five seconds, wait ten seconds and try again. 3. Turn the key to 5 (Start) without pressing the accelerator. If the... engine does not start in two attempts OR the temperature 103 Starting LOW FUEL F H E DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 20 20 40 km/h 50 60 ...
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...) adapters. 104 Using the heater for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Starting is below . After idling for longer than three hours will not harm ...the engine, so the heater can be plugged in at least three hours before starting , warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. They are strongly recommended if ...
...) adapters. 104 Using the heater for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Starting is below . After idling for longer than three hours will not harm ...the engine, so the heater can be plugged in at least three hours before starting , warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. They are strongly recommended if ...
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LO HI OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF COOL WARM Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in an open area for long periods of snow, leaves and other debris. 105 Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Starting Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in fresh air.
LO HI OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF COOL WARM Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in an open area for long periods of snow, leaves and other debris. 105 Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Starting Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in fresh air.
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Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle. 109 Driving Parking brake To engage the parking brake: To disengage the parking brake: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is equipped with power steering. BRAKE STEERING Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission).
Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle. 109 Driving Parking brake To engage the parking brake: To disengage the parking brake: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is equipped with power steering. BRAKE STEERING Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission).
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At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to improve steering feel. This action could damage the power steering pump. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle is running. Speed sensitive steering The steering in your dealer or a qualified service technician. 110 Driving Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering assist will be increased.
At lower speeds, maneuverability will decrease to improve steering feel. This action could damage the power steering pump. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your vehicle is running. Speed sensitive steering The steering in your dealer or a qualified service technician. 110 Driving Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering assist will be increased.
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... of the air suspension system automatically keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is designed to the driver. To avoid injury, never run the engine with poor traction. Driving UNDERSTANDING THE TRACTION-LOK REAR AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off...
... of the air suspension system automatically keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is designed to the driver. To avoid injury, never run the engine with poor traction. Driving UNDERSTANDING THE TRACTION-LOK REAR AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off...
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Driving Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move suddenly and injure someone. When you do not take these precautions, your vehicle may move the automatic gearshift. N(Neutral) - Vehicle is free to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R(Reverse). Never park your vehicle, place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). R(Reverse) - Always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of P (Park). If you leave your vehicle in P (Park). P(Park) - Always come to roll. 115 Set the parking brake fully, and shut off the engine.
Driving Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move suddenly and injure someone. When you do not take these precautions, your vehicle may move the automatic gearshift. N(Neutral) - Vehicle is free to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R(Reverse). Never park your vehicle, place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). R(Reverse) - Always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of P (Park). If you leave your vehicle in P (Park). P(Park) - Always come to roll. 115 Set the parking brake fully, and shut off the engine.