1998 Ford Explorer Owners Manual

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3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 52 Controls and features Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. cassette/compact disc storage CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • utility compartment with • auxiliary power point • cupholders • tissue box holder • cellular phone (if equipped) • ashtray or removable ashcup • compact disc changer (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 53 Controls and features Rear console features The rear console incorporates the following features: • air vents • audio system controls • rear seat climate controls • cupholders Refer to the ‘‘Audio Guide’’ for more information on the rear console audio system controls. AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. 54 Controls and features CENTER ARMREST/REAR CUPHOLDER Do not attempt to raise the console armrest when the rear cupholder is in use. If you find resistance when raising the armrest, make sure the cupholder is fully closed or else damage may occur to the armrest. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area. 55 Controls and features • To open the liftgate window, unlock the liftgate (with the key or power door locks) and push the key lock cylinder. • To open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate and pull up on the handle under the license plate lamp shield. To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window, use the key or the power door locks, depress the key lock cylinder or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area. The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your vehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate door lift cylinders and attaching hardware. Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. 56 Controls and features CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle. To install the shade: 1. Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets (make sure the cover is right side up). 2. Pull the end of the shade toward you and hook the sides into the notches in the rear trim panels. To prevent the possibility of injuries, the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels. Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Rewinding the shade With extended use, the cargo shade may lose its spring tension. If this occurs, the shade must be manually rewound. This is a two-person operation. 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you. 57 Controls and features 2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice. Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap. 3. Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center, making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots. Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to the left side of the tube. 4. Push in the right end cap (marked RH) about 1⁄4 of the total length to disengage the clutch and hold the end cap in while turning the roller tube toward you 14 times. 5. Let go of the right end cap. The clutch will now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension. 6. Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots. 7. Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position. 58 Controls and features Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close all doors. 59 Controls and features Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Memory seat feature (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature. 60 Controls and features Press the control once to unlock the driver’s door and move the memory seat feature to the corresponding memory position, just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle. When your dealer programs new transmitters: • the first transmitter programmed will recall memory position one. • the second transmitter programmed will recall memory position two. • the third transmitter programmed recall memory position three. • the fourth transmitter programmed will not recall a memory position. Memory positions can be changed at any time. The memory feature can be deactivated or reactivated by performing the following: 1. Make sure the alarm system (if equipped) is not armed or triggered, the ignition is off and all doors and the liftgate window are closed. 2. Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON. 3. Press the power door unlock control three times. 4. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 5. Press the power door unlock control three times. 6. Turn the ignition switch back to ON. The horn will chirp. 7. Press the power door unlock switch twice. 8. Press the unlock control two times, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp twice if the remote memory seat feature was deactivated or will sound three times (two short chirps followed by one long chirp) if the feature was activated. 9. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm that you activated or deactivated the remote memory seat feature. The memory feature will continue to work from the door switch even when deactivated at the remote entry module. 61 Controls and features Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: • battery weakness due to time and use • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+ ) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed). To reprogram the transmitters, place the key in the ignition and switch from OFF to ON five times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds). After doors lock/unlock, press any button on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, switch the ignition to OFF. All transmitters must be programmed at the same time. 62 Controls and features Reprogramming transmitters To reprogram all transmitters, place the key in the ignition and switch from OFF to ON eight times in a row (within 10 seconds). After doors lock/unlock, press any button on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, switch the ignition to OFF. All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and the puddle lamps (located on the bottom of the exterior rear view mirrors) illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm. The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the START or ACC position. The dome lamp switch (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control or • any door is open. Battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after the last door is closed. Autolock Autolock is a feature that will automatically lock all doors when: • all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are fully closed • the ignition key is in the ON position • you shift into or through R (Reverse) • the brake pedal is released The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened and then closed • the brake pedal is released Deactivatingautolock Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 63 Controls and features 1. Enter the 5 digit entry code. 2. Press and release the 3/4 control while holding the 7/8 control. 3. Release the 7/8 control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 To reactivate autolock, repeat steps 1 through 3. Autolock can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure: You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition key back to ON. The doors will lock and unlock. 6. Press the power door unlock switch. The horn will chirp once upon successful toggling of the Autolock feature. 7. Turn ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp to confirm procedure is complete. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Keyless entry system (if equipped) With the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doors • arm and disarm the perimeter • activate/deactivate the autolock feature alarm system (if equipped) without using the key 64 Controls and features See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment • taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the buttons to ensure a good activation. Programmingyourownpersonalentrycode 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press the 1/2 control within five seconds of step 1. 3. Enter your personal 5 digit code. Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one. 9 0 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes. Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you. You can use either code to unlock your vehicle. If a second personal code is entered, the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code. If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: 65 Controls and features Erasingpersonalcode 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within five seconds of step one. 3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time within five seconds of step two. The system will now only respond to the factory-set code. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Unlockingthedoorswiththekeylessentrysystem To unlock the driver’s door, enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within 5 seconds of the prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press the 3/4 control within 5 seconds. 9 0 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 Lockingthedoorswiththekeylessentrysystem To lock all the doors, press 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time. It is not necessary to first enter the keypad code. This will arm your perimeter alarm system (if equipped). Refer to Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information. 3 4 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 0 66 Controls and features Operatingyourperimeteralarmsystem(ifequipped)fromthe keylessentrypad The keyless entry system arms by pressing 7/8 and 9/0. To disarm or reset a triggered alarm, enter the five digit code. All doors must be fully closed for the alarm system to arm. Refer to the Perimeter alarm system section, if equipped, in this chapter for more details. 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 9 0 PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Arming the system When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the headlamps, parking lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will chirp the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is turned OFF. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the remote entry lock • Open a door and press the power control door lock control to lock the doors 67 Controls and features • Pressing 7/8 and 9/0 on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (doors opened or closed). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 If a door is open, the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close. The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will be lit continuously when the system is prearmed. Once the doors are closed, the system will arm in 30 seconds. When you press the lock control twice within 5 seconds, the horn will chirp once to let you know that the system is armed. If the doors are not closed and you press the remote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that the system is not arming. 68 Controls and features Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter. of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms. • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front • Unlock the doors by using your • Turn ignition to ACC or ON. keyless entry keypad. 9 0 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 • Press the panic control on the remote entry transmitter. This will disarm the system only if the alarm is sounding. SecuriLockY anti-theft system The SecuriLocky anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two 69 Controls and features special SecuriLocky electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the SecuriLocky key is read by the SecuriLocky anti-theft system. If the SecuriLocky key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLocky anti-theft system, the vehicle’s engine is allowed to start. If the SecuriLocky key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLocky key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle’s engine will not operate. Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLocky anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare SecuriLocky keys for more information. If one or both of your SecuriLocky keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle, bring your vehicle and all available SecuriLocky keys to your dealership for reinitialization. Theftindicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will operate as follows: • When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLocky system is protecting your vehicle. • When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. ProgrammingspareSecuriLockY keys Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLocky anti-theft system (up to a total of 8 keys). Your dealership can program your new SecuriLocky key(s) to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure. To program a new SecuriLocky key yourself, you will need two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine). If two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys are not available (one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key(s) programmed. 70 Controls and features ProceduretoprogramspareSecuriLockY keystoyourvehicle New SecuriLocky keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-SecuriLocky) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLocky key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLocky key from the ignition switch. 3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the second previously programmed SecuriLocky key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second but no more than 5 seconds). 4. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLocky key from the ignition switch. 5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the unprogrammed SecuriLocky key (new key) into the ignition switch and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition switch in RUN for at least one second). This step will program your new SecuriLocky key. 6. If it is desired to program additional SecuriLocky key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new SecuriLocky key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument cluster) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new SecuriLocky key(s) will not operate the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key(s) programmed. 71 Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. 72 Seating and safety restraints Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Memory seats (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and outside rearview mirrors to three programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is illuminated, press control 1. SET • To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control • To program position three, repeat the previous procedure but press 2. controls 1 and 2 simultaneously. A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time. The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control. To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter . 73 Seating and safety restraints Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. REAR SEATS Head restraints Push or pull the head rests to the desired position. 74 Seating and safety restraints Folding rear seats (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with a built-in child seat, the seatback cannot be folded down unless the built-in child seat is fully stowed. 1. Press the lower release control downward to unlatch the seatback. 2. Rotate the seatback downward into the load floor position. 3. Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard. The seat is now latched in the floor position. PUSH PUSH 75 Seating and safety restraints To return the seat to the upright position: • Press downward on the upper corner of the seatback and hold. • Pull the release handle upward to • Rotate the seatback upward until unlatch the seat. the seatback latches in the upright position. The seatback will click when it is locked into position. PUSH PUSH SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. 76 Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. To fasten, insert the tongue into the slot in the buckle. 77 Seating and safety restraints 2. To unfasten, push the red release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. Whentousetheautomaticlockingmode • When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired. • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. 78 Seating and safety restraints Howtousetheautomaticlockingmode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. Howtodisengagetheautomaticlockingmode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 79 Seating and safety restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height control down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjustment assembly to make sure it is locked in place. Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 80 Seating and safety restraints Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition key is turned to ON... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition key is turned to ON... Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates for one to two minutes and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. Safety belt maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Check the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies (slide bar)(if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section. 81 Seating and safety restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) RPM x 1000 40 30 60 20 10 40 20 km/h 50 60 70 o o o o 80 120 100 80 140 0 0 0 0 0 0 160 180 90 100 110 120 OFF ON OFF P R N D 2 1 SRS RSM SET ACC COAST VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET PUSH SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to: • work with the safety belt to protect the driver and right front passenger. • reduce certain upper body injuries. Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury. The right front passenger air bag is not designed to restrain occupants in the center front seating position. 82 Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when air bag SRS is provided. Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children should always wear their safety belts. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. 83 Seating and safety restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 84 Seating and safety restraints If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. air bags), The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and • one or more impact and safing sensors, • a readiness light and tone • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 85 Seating and safety restraints Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children ride in your vehicle (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less), you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. When possible, place children in the rear seat of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Children and safety belts Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. If the shoulder belt cannot be properly positioned: • move the child to one of the seats with a lap belt only (if equipped) or • if the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. 86 Seating and safety restraints Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter, firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child. A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child’s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion. You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your pediatrician. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. When installing a child safety seat: • Use the correct safety belt buckle • Make sure the tongue is securely • Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. for that seating position. fastened in the buckle. • Place seat back in upright position. 87 Seating and safety restraints • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tether straps, refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. 88 Seating and safety restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 89 Seating and safety restraints 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. 90 Seating and safety restraints 10. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap. Tether anchorage hardware A tethered seat can be installed in the front seat. Put the tether strap over the seatback and attach it to a anchor bracket. An anchor bracket can be installed on the rear edge of the front seat cushion. The provision (attaching hole) is provided in the rear edge of the front passenger seat cushion frame. The anchorbracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit. Tether anchorage hardware kits (part number 613D74) including instructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Tighten the anchor according to specifications. Otherwise, the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. BUILT-IN CHILD SEATS Built-in child safety seat (if equipped) The rear seat may include a built-in child seat. This child seat conforms to all Federal and local motor vehicle safety standard. Read the labels located on the child seat cushion and shoulder belt for information on the built-in child seat. 91 Seating and safety restraints Use the built-in child seat only if the child is at least 9 months old, weighs 9–29 kg (20–60 lb) and the child’s shoulders (top) are below the shoulder harness slots in the built-in child seat. Children not meeting these requirements should be secured in an approved aftermarket seat. Refer to Children and infant or child safety seats in this chapter. Placingyourchildinthebuilt-inchildseat Failure to follow all of the instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle’s interior during a sudden stop or crash. The second row seatback must be fully locked before operating the child restraint system. Check the position of the seatback release lever. Never use the Built-In Child Seat as a booster cushion with the adult safety belts. A child using the adult belts could slide forward and out from under the safety belts. 1. Grasp the strap and pull toward you approximately 25 mm (1 inch), then slide hand under the head restraint and slide upwards to the full position. 92 Seating and safety restraints 2. Pull both Velcrot straps to release the child seat cushion. 3. Lower the child seat cushion. 93 Seating and safety restraints 4. Unfold the cushion protector flap onto adult seat cushion 5. If connected, disconnect the chest clip and buckles. 6. Place the child in the seat and position the left shoulder belt over the child’s left shoulder first, then place the right shoulder belt over the child’s right shoulder. 94 Seating and safety restraints 7. Insert the left and right safety belt tongues into the left and right slots of the crotch buckle. Verify that the indicator window on each tongue is green to ensure proper safety belt connections. If both tongues do not latch in the buckle, do not use the child seat. See your dealer for repairs. 8. Fasten the right and left chest clip halves together and adjust the clip to comfortably hold the shoulder belts in place over the child’s chest. The chest clip is designed to easily pull apart in a collision. The clip helps to keep belts snug on a sleeping or squirming child. 95 Seating and safety restraints 9. Pull on the safety belt tongues to ensure that they are both securely latched. If they are not properly latched, repeat steps seven and eight. If necessary, the shoulder belt may be put in automatic locking mode (ALR) to limit the child’s movement in the seat. The ALR mode should be used if the child is sleeping or attempting to get out of the seat. If not placed in ALR mode, the child seat shoulder belts are in vehicle sensitive (emergency locking) mode, which allow some movement of the shoulder belts (like adult shoulder belts). In emergency locking mode, the shoulder belts of the child seat will lock in response to hard braking, hard cornering or if your vehicle is involved in a collision with an impact of 8 km/h (5 m.p.h.) or more. Activatingtheautomaticlockingmode(ALR)onthebuilt-inchild safetyseat 1. Fully extend the right shoulder belt. 2. Allow the belts to tighten snugly against the child’s shoulders. Deactivatingtheautomaticlockingmode(ALR)onthebuilt-in childsafetyseat 1. Disconnect the chest clip and remove the left and right safety belt tongues from the crotch buckle. 2. Allow the shoulder belts to fully retract. 96 Seating and safety restraints Removingyourchildfromthebuilt-inchildsafetyseat 1. Disconnect the chest clip by squeezing the release tabs together and pulling the two sides apart. 2. Press the release button on the crotch buckle. 3. Slide the shoulder belts off the child’s shoulders and remove the child from the seat. If ALR is activated, hold either the left or right shoulder belt out fully while helping the child slide arms out of the belts. 4. Fold the cushion protector flap onto the child seat cushion. Slide the belt tongues up and out of the way of the cushion, then return the child seat cushion to the stowed (upright) position. 5. Slide the Velcrot straps through the D-rings on the child seat cushion and attach. 6. Slide the head restraint down until the top of the head restraint is flush with the top of the adult seat back. 97 Seating and safety restraints 7. Press firmly on the top center of the built-in child safety seat head restraint to ensure it is stowed properly. Inspecting the built-in child seat after a collision Inspect all built-in child restraints, including seats, buckles, retractors, seat latches. Interlocks and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. If the child seat was in use during a collision, Ford recommends replacing it. Built-in child restraints not in use during a collision should be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. 98 Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter. 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. 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. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 99 Starting If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Push the clutch pedal to the floor. 100 3. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). Starting CHECK GAGE 60 70 0 0 0 50 80 100 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 DOOR AJAR 40 60 30 40 20 20 10 MPH 80 140 90 001 160 180 101 km/h 201 RPMx1000 R N D 2 1 THEFT CHECK ENGINE DOOR AJAR ABS BRAKE SPEED CONT 4WD 4WD LOW O/D OFF Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light ( ) will not illuminate. 101 Starting STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return to 4 (ON). 2. If the engine does not start within five seconds, wait ten seconds and try again. 3. If the engine does not start in two attempts or if the temperature is below -12°C (10°F), depress the accelerator and start the engine while holding the accelerator down. Release the accelerator when the engine starts. 4. After idling 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, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. They are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23°C (-10°F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 102 Starting Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and could kill you. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. 103 Driving BRAKES Your brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the ‘‘Service Guide’’ for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning; however, they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a ‘‘metal-to-metal’’, ‘‘continuous grinding’’ or ‘‘continuous squeal’’ sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle’s anti-lock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking, felt mainly in the steering wheel, the vehicle most likely needs service. The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lock up during brake applications and compensating for this tendency. The front wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking. ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates for about five seconds when starting the vehicle. If an ABS fault is detected, the 104 Driving light will remain on and your vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible. Normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE warning lamp is also illuminated. BRAKE Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is required, apply continuous full force on the brake. The ABS will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is sufficient space, will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. BRAKE 105 Driving Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will be adversely affected. Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride, handling and general vehicle performance during: • certain road conditions • steering maneuvers • braking • accelerations This system maintains the vehicle height at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs to offset changes in vehicle loads. 106 Driving The air suspension shut-off switch is located in the cargo area behind the left rear quarter trim panel. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver. TRANSMISSION OPERATION Automatic transmission operation Brake-shiftinterlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift out of P (Park) with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). 3. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift, it is possible that a fuse has blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. 107 Driving Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission (5.0L engines only) Understandinggearshiftpositions Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move the automatic gearshift. Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. P(Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). R(Reverse) With the gearshift in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). 108 N(Neutral) With the gearshift in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Driving O/D ON/OFF O/D OFF Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position. The TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Transmission operates in gears one through three. more engine braking than • driving with a heavy load • towing a trailer up or down steep hills • additional engine braking is desired. If towing a trailer, refer to (Overdrive) and is useful when: Driving while you tow in the Towing a trailer chapter. (Drive) provides 109 Driving (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch. To return to The TCIL will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired. 2(Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1(First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (4.0L engines only) Understandinggearshiftpositions Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Pull the gearshift lever towards you and downward to move the automatic gearshift. 110 P(Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of P (Park). Make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). R(Reverse) With the gearshift in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N(Neutral) With the gearshift in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through five. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. O/D ON/OFF Driving 111 Driving The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. O/D OFF Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position. The TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster. (Overdrive) and (Drive) provides (Overdrive) when: (Drive). Also deactivate Transmission operates in gears one through four. more engine braking than (Overdrive) and is useful whenever driving conditions (i.e., city traffic, hilly terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to excessively shift between • driving with a heavy load • towing a trailer up or down steep hills • additional engine braking is desired. To return to The TCIL will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode. 2(Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. Transmission operates in third gear. (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch. 1(First) Use 1 (First) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear 112 Driving and will shift to 1 (First) after the vehicle decelerates to the proper vehicle speed. Driving a manual transmission (if equipped) Usingtheclutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Hold down the brake pedal. 2. Put the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Depress the clutch pedal. 4. Crank the engine and let it idle for a few seconds. • Put the gearshift in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 5. Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down on the accelerator pedal. • Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal. Do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions may reduce clutch life. 113 Driving Recommendedshiftspeeds Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy) Transfer case position (if equipped) AUTO or HIGH LOW Shift from: 1 - 2 2 - 3 3 -4 4 - 5 (Overdrive) 5 km/h (4 mph) 11 km/h (9 mph) 19 km/h (13 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 14 km/h (10 mph) 32 km/h (22 mph) 50 km/h (33 mph) 71 km/h (41 mph) Shift from: 1 -2 2 - 3 3 - 4 4 - 5 (Overdrive) Transfer case position (if equipped) AUTO or HIGH 16 km/h (10 mph) 26 km/h (19 mph) 43 km/h (28 mph) 68 km/h (40 mph) LOW 6 km/h (4 mph) 10 km/h (8 mph) 16 km/h (12 mph) 26 km/h (16 mph) Maximum downshift speeds Shift from: 5 (Overdrive) - 4 4 - 3 3 - 2 2 - 1 Transfer case position (if equipped) AUTO or HIGH LOW 88 km/h (55 mph) 72 km/h (45 mph) 56 km/h (35 mph) 32 km/h (20 mph) 34 km/h (22 mph) 34 km/h (18 mph) 21 km/h (14 mph) 11 km/h (8 mph) 114 Parking 1. Apply the brake and shift into N (Neutral). Driving 2. Engage the parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. Turn the ignition to Off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse Ensure that the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. Put the gearshift into N and wait at least several seconds before shifting into R. 115 Driving You can shift into R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift from left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) gears before you shift into R (Reverse). This is a special lockout feature that protects you from accidentally shifting into R (Reverse) when you downshift from 5 (Overdrive). CONTROL-TRAC AUTOMATIC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The 4WD system uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive your 4x4 over terrain and road conditions not normally traveled by two-wheel drive vehicles. Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case that allows you to select a four-wheel drive mode best suited for your current driving conditions. Positions of the Control-Trac system The Control-Trac system functions in three modes: • The 4WD AUTO mode provides four-wheel drive with full power delivered to the rear axle, and to the front axle as required for increased traction. This is appropriate for normal on-road operating conditions, such as dry road surfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. AUTO HIGH LOW AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles. It is only intended for severe winter or off-road conditions, such as deep snow and ice (where no dry or wet pavement remains uncovered), and shallow sand. 116 Driving AUTO HIGH LOW • The 4WD LOW mode supplies four-wheel drive with full power to both axles and includes a lower gear ratio for low-speed. It is only intended for off-road applications that require extra power including deep sand, steep grades and pulling a boat and trailer out of the water.

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