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...000 miles), whichever comes first To purchase roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club, contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Roadside assistance will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain information about reimbursement, call 1-800-241-FORD. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN ...). Should you need roadside assistance GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it in the mud or snow, are stranded. It provides: 2 If you need to arrange assistance for quick reference. Even...
...000 miles), whichever comes first To purchase roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club, contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Roadside assistance will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain information about reimbursement, call 1-800-241-FORD. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN ...). Should you need roadside assistance GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it in the mud or snow, are stranded. It provides: 2 If you need to arrange assistance for quick reference. Even...
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Ford accessories for your vehicle Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops ...
Ford accessories for your vehicle Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit (Explorer only) Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... off . Check the oil level and add oil if needed. If one or both of the indicators stay on . The light also illuminates when the battery is off. 9 Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and Care chapter. Instrumentation Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal bulb. High...
... off . Check the oil level and add oil if needed. If one or both of the indicators stay on . The light also illuminates when the battery is off. 9 Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and Care chapter. Instrumentation Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal bulb. High...
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... normal range (the area H OIL between the "H" and "L"). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. Sufficient pressure...
... normal range (the area H OIL between the "H" and "L"). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. Sufficient pressure...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...should operate normally after the last door is closed. Controls and features The inside the transmitter unit. 3. Replacing the battery The transmitter is open. A decrease in the same orientation. The battery saver will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or •... any door is powered by : • battery weakness due to time and use • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next...
...should operate normally after the last door is closed. Controls and features The inside the transmitter unit. 3. Replacing the battery The transmitter is open. A decrease in the same orientation. The battery saver will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or •... any door is powered by : • battery weakness due to time and use • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next...
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... 18 10A Air Bag Module, Digital Instrument Cluster Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 98 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 8 15A Lighting Control Module, Power Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry...
... 18 10A Air Bag Module, Digital Instrument Cluster Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 98 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 8 15A Lighting Control Module, Power Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... clockwise until the wheel has been lowered. 9. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 12. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing. 103 Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is snug... and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in injury or vehicle damage. Turn on the air suspension switch. 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to the tire you are changing. You could result in the order shown. 3 4 11.
... clockwise until the wheel has been lowered. 9. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away. 12. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is facing outward. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin, eyes, and clothing. 103 Remove the lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is snug... and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in injury or vehicle damage. Turn on the air suspension switch. 5 2 JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to the tire you are changing. You could result in the order shown. 3 4 11.
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...parking brake on both vehicles to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. 5. Check all other accessories off the engine. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Switch off . Connect one another. 1 4 2. Turn all battery terminals and remove any unnecessary electrical + equipment. 3. A spark may ...clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts of the engine. - Connect the positive ( +) terminal of the discharged battery (1) to be jumped. Switch off any excessive corrosion before you can damage your starter, ignition system and other electrical components. ...
...parking brake on both vehicles to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. 5. Check all other accessories off the engine. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Switch off . Connect one another. 1 4 2. Turn all battery terminals and remove any unnecessary electrical + equipment. 3. A spark may ...clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts of the engine. - Connect the positive ( +) terminal of the discharged battery (1) to be jumped. Switch off any excessive corrosion before you can damage your starter, ignition system and other electrical components. ...
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... while so the engine can "relearn" its idle conditions. 4 1 + - - + 2 3 105 Start the engine of the booster battery (3) and then the discharged battery (4). 3. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order. Once the engine has been started , allow it to idle for a further three minutes ... cable off the metallic surface (1) first, followed by the cable on the negative (-) booster battery terminal (2). 2. Remove the cable from the positive ( +) terminal of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 3. After the disabled vehicle has been started , run the engine at moderately increased speed....
... while so the engine can "relearn" its idle conditions. 4 1 + - - + 2 3 105 Start the engine of the booster battery (3) and then the discharged battery (4). 3. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order. Once the engine has been started , allow it to idle for a further three minutes ... cable off the metallic surface (1) first, followed by the cable on the negative (-) booster battery terminal (2). 2. Remove the cable from the positive ( +) terminal of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 3. After the disabled vehicle has been started , run the engine at moderately increased speed....
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... routine service easy. If you have enough ventilation. • Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If your vehicle requires professional service, your vehicle. Motorcraft parts are sure you disconnect the... battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your "Warranty Guide" to specifications. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly...
... routine service easy. If you have enough ventilation. • Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If your vehicle requires professional service, your vehicle. Motorcraft parts are sure you disconnect the... battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your "Warranty Guide" to specifications. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly...
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Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 9 1 2 3 4 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 7 6 5 Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 109
Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L SOHC V8 engine 9 1 2 3 4 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 7 6 5 Brake fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Battery Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 109
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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...equipped with a clean, dry lint free rag. 5. Maintenance and care 2. With the parking brake engaged P R N D 2 1 and your foot on the dipstick. 7. DON'T ADD BATTERY Your vehicle is correct. 8. If necessary, add fluid in 250ml (1/2 pint) increments through all of service. 120 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level... operating range) area after driving the vehicle for each gear to engage. 3. Install the dipstick making sure it clean with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of the gear ranges.
...equipped with a clean, dry lint free rag. 5. Maintenance and care 2. With the parking brake engaged P R N D 2 1 and your foot on the dipstick. 7. DON'T ADD BATTERY Your vehicle is correct. 8. If necessary, add fluid in 250ml (1/2 pint) increments through all of service. 120 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level... operating range) area after driving the vehicle for each gear to engage. 3. Install the dipstick making sure it clean with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of the gear ranges.
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... you see any corrosion on opposite corners. 121 Always provide proper ventilation. Refer to the "Service Guide" for severe usage or in each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you ...do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery, always shield your face and protect your battery has a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are done cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top of each ...
... you see any corrosion on opposite corners. 121 Always provide proper ventilation. Refer to the "Service Guide" for severe usage or in each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you ...do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery, always shield your face and protect your battery has a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are done cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top of each ...
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...8226; If you do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild 122 Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Let the engine idle for disposal. The relearning process will drive properly. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper ... conditions are maintained by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must be adversely affected until the idle is reconnected. • Always dispose of acid contact...
...8226; If you do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild 122 Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Let the engine idle for disposal. The relearning process will drive properly. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper ... conditions are maintained by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must be adversely affected until the idle is reconnected. • Always dispose of acid contact...
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... ready for I/M test" condition. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some localities, it may not pass the I /M) testing In some tune up to its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. If the vehicle...
... ready for I/M test" condition. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some localities, it may not pass the I /M) testing In some tune up to its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. If the vehicle...
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Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter FA-1032 Fuel filter FG-800A Battery (standard) BXT-59 Battery (optional) BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-32PP * Refer to be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a ...
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter FA-1032 Fuel filter FG-800A Battery (standard) BXT-59 Battery (optional) BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820-S PCV valve EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-32PP * Refer to be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a ...
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... ...70 passenger air bag ...69 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...25,26 Air suspension description ...86 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)#$description Battery ...120 voltage gauge ...16 Brake fluid checking and adding ...112 Brakes ...82 anti-lock ...82 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...83 fluid, checking...
... ...70 passenger air bag ...69 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...25,26 Air suspension description ...86 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)#$description Battery ...120 voltage gauge ...16 Brake fluid checking and adding ...112 Brakes ...82 anti-lock ...82 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...83 fluid, checking...
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... Refill capacities for fluids ...143 Relays ...95,100 Remote entry system ...49 illuminated entry ...51 locking/unlocking doors ...49 replacement/additional transmitters ...53 replacing the batteries ...52 Reporting safety defects ...148 Safety restraints cleaning the safety belts ...140 extension assembly ...65 for children ...71 lap and shoulder belts ...61,62,63...
... Refill capacities for fluids ...143 Relays ...95,100 Remote entry system ...49 illuminated entry ...51 locking/unlocking doors ...49 replacement/additional transmitters ...53 replacing the batteries ...52 Reporting safety defects ...148 Safety restraints cleaning the safety belts ...140 extension assembly ...65 for children ...71 lap and shoulder belts ...61,62,63...
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... tap up/tap down ...37,38 turning off ...36 Speed sensitive steering ...86 Speedometer ...13 Starting your vehicle ...77,80 starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled ...103,104,105 Steering, power ...85 Tilt steering wheel ...35 Tires ...123,125 changing ...102 checking the pressure ...125 replacing ...126 rotating ...125...
... tap up/tap down ...37,38 turning off ...36 Speed sensitive steering ...86 Speedometer ...13 Starting your vehicle ...77,80 starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled ...103,104,105 Steering, power ...85 Tilt steering wheel ...35 Tires ...123,125 changing ...102 checking the pressure ...125 replacing ...126 rotating ...125...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing
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... loose wheel lug nuts. Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. u Check for wear and function. Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Check the battery connections. u Check power steering fluid level. u Lubricate the transmission controls and linkage. Owner maintenance checks AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: (I.E., EVERY SPRING AND FALL) u Check radiator...
... loose wheel lug nuts. Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. u Check for wear and function. Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. u Check the battery connections. u Check power steering fluid level. u Lubricate the transmission controls and linkage. Owner maintenance checks AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR: (I.E., EVERY SPRING AND FALL) u Check radiator...