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... Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 183 185 186 189 196 214 215 216 2 Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 128 128 132 136 137 138 143 144 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch...
... Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 183 185 186 189 196 214 215 216 2 Table of Contents Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 128 128 132 136 137 138 143 144 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch...
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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8
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..., refer to confirm that the air bags (front or side) are turned on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb. Traction Controlி off light Illuminates when the Traction Control system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). AIR BAG T/C OFF 12 Charging system Illuminates when...
..., refer to confirm that the air bags (front or side) are turned on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb. Traction Controlி off light Illuminates when the Traction Control system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). AIR BAG T/C OFF 12 Charging system Illuminates when...
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.... This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you to empty • traction control • ride control System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by closing the door(s). Driver Controls This option may be useful to cycle through the status of each of these systems, the message...
.... This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you to empty • traction control • ride control System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by closing the door(s). Driver Controls This option may be useful to cycle through the status of each of these systems, the message...
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... still exist within the vehicle. If the warning stays on or continues to ON Check/Tighten fuel cap Brake Lamp Out Check Traction Control Check Ride Control Trunk Ajar Check Steering Assist Low Washer Fluid Air Leveling Disabled Tail Lamp Out Check FRT Turn Lamps Turn on Headlamps DOOR AJAR.... DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. Driver Controls • They will reappear on , contact your dealer as soon as possible. 76 CHECK ENGINE TEMP. Displayed when the driver's door is ...
... still exist within the vehicle. If the warning stays on or continues to ON Check/Tighten fuel cap Brake Lamp Out Check Traction Control Check Ride Control Trunk Ajar Check Steering Assist Low Washer Fluid Air Leveling Disabled Tail Lamp Out Check FRT Turn Lamps Turn on Headlamps DOOR AJAR.... DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. Driver Controls • They will reappear on , contact your dealer as soon as possible. 76 CHECK ENGINE TEMP. Displayed when the driver's door is ...
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...lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. If this warning stays on /off switch is not illuminated, the Traction Control system will be displayed if the vehicle is burned out. This is a normal condition if the vehicle is not operating properly.... full. Displayed when the air suspension system is not completely closed. Displayed when the trunk is not operating properly. Displayed when the Traction Control system is in the Driving chapter. For further information, refer to Air suspension in the OFF position. Remove or redistribute the...
...lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. If this warning stays on /off switch is not illuminated, the Traction Control system will be displayed if the vehicle is burned out. This is a normal condition if the vehicle is not operating properly.... full. Displayed when the air suspension system is not completely closed. Displayed when the trunk is not operating properly. Displayed when the Traction Control system is in the Driving chapter. For further information, refer to Air suspension in the OFF position. Remove or redistribute the...
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... DRIVER 2" for temporary position/setting changes which will display the following: • Traction control (returns to confirm the change various MENU convenience settings throughout the vehicle. Driver Controls TURN ON HEADLAMPS. These will be automatically recalled when the drivers identify themselves to ...assist parking using reverse). • English/metric (changes the odometer and display readouts) 79 MENU Press this control to Basic Operation of the MENU control will not be stored. When a vehicle setting is started). • Express window (completely goes down with...
... DRIVER 2" for temporary position/setting changes which will display the following: • Traction control (returns to confirm the change various MENU convenience settings throughout the vehicle. Driver Controls TURN ON HEADLAMPS. These will be automatically recalled when the drivers identify themselves to ...assist parking using reverse). • English/metric (changes the odometer and display readouts) 79 MENU Press this control to Basic Operation of the MENU control will not be stored. When a vehicle setting is started). • Express window (completely goes down with...
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Driving road dust, salt or mud. If you to retain full steering control of front braking traction. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on top) during ABS braking events. The ABS operates by detecting the onset of ... hard braking with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from locking even when the brakes are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a controlled stop. 133 Do not apply your vehicle and, providing there is normal and indicates proper functioning of wheel lockup during this tendency. This is present...
Driving road dust, salt or mud. If you to retain full steering control of front braking traction. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on top) during ABS braking events. The ABS operates by detecting the onset of ... hard braking with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from locking even when the brakes are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a controlled stop. 133 Do not apply your vehicle and, providing there is normal and indicates proper functioning of wheel lockup during this tendency. This is present...
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...the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If the amount of effort required to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces. TRACTION CONTROLி Traction Control helps maintain the stability and steerability of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will ...rev-up" when you should become stuck in snow or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control system off. During Traction Control operation, TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE is speed sensitive. If you push further on the accelerator. Driving • Wheels out of alignment ...
...the anti-lock braking system (ABS). If the amount of effort required to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces. TRACTION CONTROLி Traction Control helps maintain the stability and steerability of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will ...rev-up" when you should become stuck in snow or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control system off. During Traction Control operation, TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE is speed sensitive. If you push further on the accelerator. Driving • Wheels out of alignment ...
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... shut-off switch is located on the message center and your vehicle should be serviced. A limited Traction Control function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from overheating. OFF Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by this switch is in ... certain road conditions • steering maneuvers • braking • accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle. Driving If the Traction Control system is cycled excessively, the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the front brakes from over-spinning. If...
... shut-off switch is located on the message center and your vehicle should be serviced. A limited Traction Control function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from overheating. OFF Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by this switch is in ... certain road conditions • steering maneuvers • braking • accelerations This system keeps the rear of your vehicle. Driving If the Traction Control system is cycled excessively, the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the front brakes from over-spinning. If...
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... determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 211 Department of Transportation has set. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on them called Tire Quality Grades. Tire Quality Grades apply to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. They do...
... determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 211 Department of Transportation has set. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on them called Tire Quality Grades. Tire Quality Grades apply to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as measured under controlled conditions on passenger cars. They do...
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...Check the tire pressure when tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of vehicle control. If you notice that is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. To make sure your vehicle's tires perform different jobs... represent higher levels of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. The temperature grade for this tire is properly inflated and not overloaded...
...Check the tire pressure when tires are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of vehicle control. If you notice that is based on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. To make sure your vehicle's tires perform different jobs... represent higher levels of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. The temperature grade for this tire is properly inflated and not overloaded...
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Maintenance and Specifications Tires that provide traction in rain or snow. Driving at very high speeds for ...vehicle's original tires may also affect the accuracy of time may need to use any type of vehicle control. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Cabin Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV ... to vehicle components. Do not use snow tires. However, during the winter months in damage to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for conditions creates the possibility of loss of tire chains on this vehicle. SNOW TIRES ...
Maintenance and Specifications Tires that provide traction in rain or snow. Driving at very high speeds for ...vehicle's original tires may also affect the accuracy of time may need to use any type of vehicle control. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Cabin Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV ... to vehicle components. Do not use snow tires. However, during the winter months in damage to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for conditions creates the possibility of loss of tire chains on this vehicle. SNOW TIRES ...
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... ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11, 134 brake ...11 charging system ...12 high beam ...13 oil pressure ...12 safety belt ...12 service engine soon ...10 traction control active ...12 turn signal indicator ...12 Load limits ...143 GAWR ...143 GVWR ...143 trailer towing ...143 Locks autolock ...93 childproof ...83 doors ...83 Lubricant specifications...
... ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11, 134 brake ...11 charging system ...12 high beam ...13 oil pressure ...12 safety belt ...12 service engine soon ...10 traction control active ...12 turn signal indicator ...12 Load limits ...143 GAWR ...143 GVWR ...143 trailer towing ...143 Locks autolock ...93 childproof ...83 doors ...83 Lubricant specifications...
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...Spark plugs, specifications ...214, 217 Specification chart, lubricants ...216-217 Speed control ...61 Speedometer ...15 Starting your vehicle ...128-129, 131 jump starting ...160 Steering speed sensitive ...136 Steering wheel controls ...52, 61, 64 tilting ...52 T W Tachometer ...15 Tires ...157...snow tires and chains ...214 tire grades ...212 treadwear ...211 Towing ...144 recreational towing ...147 trailer towing ...144 wrecker ...165 Traction control ...136 off light ...12 Transaxle automatic operation ...138 fluid, refill capacities ...215 Warning chimes ...13 Warning lights (see Lights) ...
...Spark plugs, specifications ...214, 217 Specification chart, lubricants ...216-217 Speed control ...61 Speedometer ...15 Starting your vehicle ...128-129, 131 jump starting ...160 Steering speed sensitive ...136 Steering wheel controls ...52, 61, 64 tilting ...52 T W Tachometer ...15 Tires ...157...snow tires and chains ...214 tire grades ...212 treadwear ...211 Towing ...144 recreational towing ...147 trailer towing ...144 wrecker ...165 Traction control ...136 off light ...12 Transaxle automatic operation ...138 fluid, refill capacities ...215 Warning chimes ...13 Warning lights (see Lights) ...