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Maintenance and Specifications

ENGINE DATA Engine

Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap

Compression ratio 1Spark plug gap is not adjustable

Engine drivebelt routing

4.0L SOHC V6
engine 245
87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6
EDIS 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) 9.7:1

4.6L 3V V8
engine 281
87 octane 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Coil on Plug 0.040–0.050 inch (1.02–1.27 mm)1
9.8:1

• 4.0L V6 Engine

• 4.6L V8 Engine

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety Compliance Certification Label 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 is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door.

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number

TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents.

Description Five-speed automatic (5R55S) Six-speed automatic (6R60)

Code

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Accessories

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit: • 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or • the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty. Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty. The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.

Exterior style Bed extender Bed mat Bug shields Deflectors Splash guards Step bars Tonneau covers

Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’s package Neutral tow kit

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Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection

Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information.

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician.

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your

vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. • To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver’s side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to

the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability.

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Accessory delay ........................102
AdvanceTrac ..............................256
Air cleaner filter ...............353–354
Air conditioning ..........................80
Airbag supplemental restraint system ................183–184, 192, 194
and child safety seats ............185
description ..............184, 192, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver airbag ............186, 193, 195
indicator light .................192, 197
operation .................186, 193, 195
passenger airbag .....186, 193, 195
side airbag ...............................192
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................333
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................254
Anti-theft system ......................158
Audio system (see Radio) ......................22, 26, 34
Automatic transmission

driving an automatic overdrive .........................263, 266
fluid, adding ............................351
fluid, checking ........................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specification ..................355
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....42
Auxiliary power point .................98
Axle

lubricant specifications ..........355
refill capacities ........................355

Battery .......................................331

Index

acid, treating emergencies .....331
jumping a disabled battery ....299
maintenance-free ....................331
replacement, specifications ...354
servicing ..................................331
Belt-Minder威 .............................178
Booster seats .............................199
Brakes ........................................253
anti-lock ...................................254
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................254
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
fluid, specifications .................355
lubricant specifications ..........355
parking ....................................255
shift interlock ..........................261

Calculating load ........................240
Capacities for refilling fluids ....355
Cargo cage .................................139
Cargo management system ......143
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................290
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................203
attaching with tether straps ..207
in front seat ............................204
in rear seat ..............................204

Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................199
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............315
instrument panel ....................317
interior .....................................318

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plastic parts ............................316
washing ....................................313
waxing .....................................314
wheels ......................................314
wiper blades ............................316

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ............80
Clock adjust

6-CD in dash .............................36
AM/FM/CD .................................28
Compass, electronic ..................118
calibration ...............................120
set zone adjustment .......119, 131
Console ......................................100
overhead ....................................97

Controls

power seat ...............................163
steering column ......................109

Coolant

checking and adding ..............333
refill capacities ................337, 355
specifications ..........................355

Cruise control (see Speed control) ..................107
Customer Assistance ................280

Ford Extended Service Plan ..........................................309
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............310
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service you need .........................................305
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................311
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................309

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Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................86
Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................351
engine oil .................................326

Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................352
Driving under special conditions ..................269, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279

Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...........................80
DVD system .................................50

Electronic message center ......113, 124

Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................299
Emergency Flashers .................281
Emission control system ..........348
Engine ........................................358
cleaning ...................................315
coolant .....................................333
fail-safe cooling .......................338
idle speed control ...................331
lubrication specifications .......355
refill capacities ........................355
service points ..................323–324
starting after a collision .........282
Engine block heater .................252

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Engine oil ..................................326
checking and adding ..............326
dipstick ....................................326
filter, specifications ........329, 354
recommendations ...................329
refill capacities ........................355
specifications ..........................355
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................251

Fail safe cooling ........................338
Family entertainment system ....50
Floor mats .................................137
Fluid capacities .........................355
Foglamps .....................................85
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......271
driving off road .......................272
indicator light .........................271
preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................260
Fuel ............................................340
calculating fuel economy ......114, 126, 345
cap ...........................................342
capacity ...................................355
choosing the right fuel ...........343
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................347
detergent in fuel .....................344
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................340, 342, 345
filter, specifications ........339, 354
fuel pump shut-off switch .....282
improving fuel economy ........345
octane rating ...................343, 358
quality ......................................344
running out of fuel .................344

Index

safety information relating to automotive fuels ................340
Fuses ..................................283–284

Garage door opener ....................98
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............342
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................345
Gauges .........................................19
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................240

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................240

Hazard flashers .........................281
Head restraints .........................161
Headlamps ...................................85
aiming ........................................87
bulb specifications ....................90
daytime running lights .............86
flash to pass ..............................86
high beam .................................86
turning on and off ....................85

Heating

heating and air conditioning system .................................78, 80
Hood ..........................................322
How to get going ........................22

Ignition ...............................248, 358

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Illuminated visor mirror .............96
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................203
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................350
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................317
cluster ........................................12

Locks

autolock ...........................146, 148
childproof ................................151
doors ........................................146
Lubricant specifications ...........355
Lug nuts ....................................298
Luggage rack .............................144
Lumbar support, seats .....163, 165

Jack ....................................290, 293
positioning .......................290, 294
storage .....................290, 292–293
Jump-starting your vehicle ......299

Keyless entry system ...............156
autolock ...........................146, 148
keypad .....................................156
locking and unlocking doors ..157
programming entry code .......156
Keys ...........................................159
positions of the ignition .........248

Lamps

bulb replacement specifications chart ............89–90
daytime running light ...............86
fog lamps ...................................85
headlamps .................................85
interior lamps ...........................89
replacing bulbs .........................93
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........254
Load limits .................................234
Loading instructions .................240

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Message center .................113, 124
english/metric button .....116, 128
system check button ......115, 128
warning messages ...........120, 133
Mirrors ...............................104–105

automatic dimming rearview mirror ......................................104
fold away .................................106
heated ......................................106
side view mirrors (power) .....105
Moon roof ..................................112
Motorcraft parts ........319, 339, 354

Navigation system .......................77

Octane rating ............................343
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................326

Parking brake ............................255
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....354
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................169

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Pedals (see Power adjustable foot pedals) ...............................106
Power adjustable foot pedals ...106
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................286
Power door locks ......................146
Power mirrors ...........................105
Power point .........................98, 100
Power steering ..........................260
fluid, checking and adding ....351
fluid, refill capacity ................355
fluid, specifications .................355
Power Windows .........................100
Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................260

Radio ................................22, 26, 34
Rear seat entertainment system ..........................................50
Relays ........................................283
Remote entry system .......151–152
illuminated entry ....................155
locking/unlocking doors ................................152–153
panic alarm .............................153
replacing the batteries ...........153
Reverse sensing system ...........269
Roadside assistance ..................280
Roof rack ...................................144

Safety Belt Maintenance ..........183

Index

Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ............168, 171–176
Safety Canopy ...........192, 194–195
Safety defects, reporting ..311–312
Safety restraints ........168, 171–176
Belt-Minder威 ...........................178
extension assembly ................177
for adults .........................172–175
for children .............................198
Occupant Classification Sensor ......................................169
safety belt maintenance .........183
warning light and chime ........178
Safety seats for children ..........203
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................359
Satellite Radio Information ........47
Seats ..........................................161
child safety seats ....................203
front seats ...............................162
heated ......................................165

SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........................................158
Setting the clock

AM/FM single CD .....................28
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................36
Snowplowing .................................8
Spark plugs, specifications ......354, 358

Special notice

ambulance conversions ..............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8

Specification chart, lubricants ...................................355
Speed control ............................107

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Starting your vehicle ........................248–249, 251
jump starting ..........................299

Steering wheel

controls ....................................109
tilting .........................................96

Tailgate ......................................137
Tilt steering wheel ......................96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Driving .....................................276
Roadside Emergencies ...........290
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....229
Warning Displays ......12, 120, 133
Tires ...........................214–216, 290
alignment ................................222
care ..........................................219
changing ..........................290, 294
checking the pressure ............219
inflating ...................................217
label .........................................228
replacing ..........................220, 294
rotating ....................................223
safety practices .......................222
sidewall information ...............224
snow tires and chains ............234
spare tire .........................290, 292
terminology .............................216
tire grades ...............................215
treadwear ........................215, 219
Tonneau cover ...........................140
Towing .......................................241
recreational towing .................247
trailer towing ..........................241
wrecker ....................................304

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Transfer case

fluid checking .........................352
Transmission .............................261
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....261
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................351
fluid, refill capacities ..............355
lubricant specifications ..........355
Trunk .........................................142
..................................89
Turn signal

USB port ......................................44

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................359
Vehicle loading ..........................234
camper bodies ........................246
Ventilating your vehicle ...........251

Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................325
Water, Driving through .............279
Windows

power .......................................100

Windshield

defrosting ..................................83

Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................95
checking and adding fluid .....325
replacing wiper blades ...........326
Wrecker towing .........................304

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