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ENGINE DATA Engine

Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap

Compression ratio

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 0.039–0.043 inch (1.0–1.1mm) 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.

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

Description Five-speed automatic (5R55S) Six-speed automatic (6R80)

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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.fordaccessories.com.

Exterior style Aluminum fuel filler door Bug shields Deflectors Running boards Splash guards Step Bars

Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’s package Cargo organization and management 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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refill capacities ........................390

Index

Accessory delay ........................105
AdvanceTrac ..............................283
Air cleaner filter ...............387–389
Air conditioning ..........................82
Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................204, 213, 216
and child safety seats ............206
description ..............204, 213, 216
disposal ....................................219
driver airbag ............206, 214, 217
indicator light .................213, 219
operation .................206, 214, 217
passenger airbag .....206, 214, 217
side airbag ...............................213

All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road .........................300
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................366
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ......................280–281
Anti-theft system ......................166
Audio system (see Radio) ......................21, 25, 32
Automatic transmission

driving an automatic overdrive .........................291, 293
fluid, adding ............................386
fluid, checking ........................386
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
fluid, specification ..................390
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....40
Auxiliary power point ...............102
Axle

lubricant specifications ..........390

Battery .......................................364
acid, treating emergencies .....364
jumping a disabled battery ....330
maintenance-free ....................364
replacement, specifications ...389
servicing ..................................364
Belt-Minder威 .............................199
Booster seats .............................235
Brakes ........................................280
anti-lock ...........................280–281
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................281
fluid, checking and adding ....385
fluid, refill capacities ..............390
fluid, specifications .................390
lubricant specifications ..........390
parking ....................................281
shift interlock ..........................290

Calculating load ........................267
Capacities for refilling fluids ....390
Cargo cover ...............................149
Cargo management system ......150
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................320
Child safety seats ......................224
attaching with tether straps ..232
in front seat ............................225
in rear seat ..............................225
LATCH .....................................228
recommendations ...................222

Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................235
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Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............347
instrument panel ....................349
interior .....................................350
plastic parts ............................348
washing ....................................345
waxing .....................................346
wheels ......................................346
wiper blades ............................348

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ............82
Clock adjust

6-CD in dash .............................34
AM/FM/CD .................................27
Compass, electronic ..................127
calibration .......................128–129
set zone adjustment ..............128–129, 143
Console ..............................101–102
overhead ..................................100
rear ..........................................102

Controls

power seat ...............................174
steering column ......................112

Coolant

checking and adding ..............366
refill capacities ................370, 390
specifications ..........................390

Cruise control (see Speed control) ..................110
Customer Assistance ................309

Ford Extended Service Plan ..........................................341
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada .....................342
Getting roadside assistance ...309
Getting the service you need .........................................337
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................343

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Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................341

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................88
Defrost

rear window ..............................86

Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................386
engine oil .................................359

Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................387
Driving under special conditions ..................296, 303, 306
sand .........................................305
snow and ice ...........................307
through water .................305, 308

Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) ...........................82
DVD system .................................48

Electronic message center .................................121, 134
Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................330
running out of fuel .........330, 377
Emergency Flashers .................310
Emission control system ..........382
Engine ........................................394
cleaning ...................................347
coolant .....................................366
fail-safe cooling .......................371
idle speed control ...................364

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lubrication specifications .......390
refill capacities ........................390
service points ..................355–356
starting after a collision .........311
Engine block heater .................279
Engine oil ..................................359
checking and adding ..............359
dipstick ....................................359
filter, specifications ........362, 389
recommendations ...................362
refill capacities ........................390
specifications ..........................390
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................278

Fail safe cooling ........................371
Family entertainment system ....48
Floor mats .................................149
Fluid capacities .........................390
Fog lamps ....................................88
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......299
driving off road .......................301
indicator light .........................299
preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................289
Fuel ............................................373

calculating fuel economy ..................122, 136, 379
cap ...........................................375
capacity ...................................390
choosing the right fuel ...........376
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................382
detergent in fuel .....................377
filler funnel .............................377
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................373, 375, 379

Index

filter, specifications ........372, 389
fuel pump shut-off switch .....311
improving fuel economy ........379
octane rating ...................376, 394
quality ......................................377
running out of fuel .........330, 377
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................373
Fuses ..................................312–313

Garage door opener ..................101
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............375
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................379
Gauges .........................................18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................267

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................267

Hazard flashers .........................310
Headlamps ...................................87
aiming ........................................89
bulb specifications ....................92
daytime running lights .............88
flash to pass ..............................89
high beam .................................88
turning on and off ....................87

Heating

heating and air conditioning system .................................80, 82

Homelink wireless control system ........................................115
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Hood ..........................................354
How to get going ........................21

Ignition ...............................275, 394
Illuminated visor mirror .............99
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................224
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................384
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................349
cluster ........................................12

Jack ....................................320, 323
positioning .......................320, 325
storage .............................320, 323
Jump-starting your vehicle ......330

Keyless entry system

autolock ...........................154, 156
keypad .....................................165
locking and unlocking doors ..166
programming entry code .......165
Keys ...........................................168
positions of the ignition .........275

Lamps

bulb replacement specifications chart ..................92
daytime running light ...............88
fog lamps ...................................88
headlamps .................................87

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interior lamps ...........................91
LATCH anchors .........................228
Liftgate ......................................150
remote release ........................161
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........281
Load limits .................................261
Loading instructions .................267
Locks

autolock ...........................154, 156
childproof ................................159
doors ........................................154
Lubricant specifications ...........390
Lug nuts ....................................329
Luggage rack .............................152
Lumbar support, seats .....174, 176

Message center .................121, 134
english/metric button .....124, 139
system check button ......123, 138
warning messages ...........130, 145
Mirrors ...............................105–106

automatic dimming rearview mirror ......................................106
fold away .................................107
heated ......................................107
side view mirrors (power) .....106
Moon roof ..................................114
Motorcraft parts ........351, 372, 389

Navigation system .......................79

Octane rating ............................376

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Oil (see Engine oil) ..................359

Parking brake ............................281
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....389
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................190
Pedals (see Power adjustable foot pedals) ...............................108
Power adjustable foot pedals ...108