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without cargo. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks. 4. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts. This is the

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maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer weight on the chart.

Trailer towing table (F-150 4x2 automatic transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.2L 4.2L 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

4.2L 4.2L 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55

3.08
3.08
3.55
3.55
3.08
3.55

Regular Cab F-150
4,077 (9,000) 4,530 (10,000) 4,530 (10,000) 5,209 (11,500) 4,983 (11,000) 5,753 (12,700)

2,177 (4,800) 2,582 (5,800) 2,582 (5,700) 3,261 (7,200) 2,948 (6,500) 3,268 (8,000)

SuperCab F-150
4,077 (9,000) 4,530 (10,000) 4,530 (10,000) 5,209 (11,500) 4,983 (11,000) 5,753 (12,700)

2,086 (4,600) 2,540 (5,600) 2,491 (5,500) 3,171 (7,000) 2,857 (6,300) 3,628 (8,000)

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-150 4x2 manual transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.2L 4.2L 4.6L

3.08
3.55
3.08

Regular Cab F-150
2,944 (6,500) 1,041 (2,300) 3,533 (7,800) 1,630 (3,600) 2,944 (6,500) 997 (2,200)

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

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Trailer towing table (F-150 4x2 manual transmission)

4.6L

4.2L 4.2L 4.6L 4.6L

3.55

3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55

3,533 (7,800) 1,587 (3,500) SuperCab F-150
951 (2,100) 2,944 (6,500) 3,533 (7,800) 1,540 (3,400) 907 (2,000) 2,944 (6,500) 3,533 (7,800) 1496 (3,300)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer tow table (F-150 4x4 automatic transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.2L 4.2L 4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55

3.08
3.55
3.08
3.55

Regular Cab F-150
4,077 (9,000) 1,995 (4,400) 4,530 (10,000) 2,449 (5,400) 4,530 (10,000) 2,404 (5,300) 5,209 (11,500) 3,084 (6,800) 4,983 (11,000) 2,721 (6,000) 5,753 (12,700) 3,492 (7,700) SuperCab F-150
4,530 (10,000) 2,313 (5,100) 5,209 (11,500) 2,993 (6,600) 4,983 (11,000) 2,721 (6,000) 5,753 (12,700) 3,492 (7,700)

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-150 4x4 manual transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.2L

3.08

Regular Cab F-150
2,944 (6,500)

861 (1,900)

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60)

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Trailer towing table (F-150 4x4 manual transmission)

4.2L 4.6L 4.6L

4.6L 4.6L

3.55
3.08
3.55

3.08
3.55

3,533 (7,800) 1,451 (3,200) 2,944 (6,500) 816 (1,800) 3,533 (7,800) 1,406 (3,100) SuperCab F-150
2,944 (6,500) 771 (1,700) 3,533 (7,800) 1,360 (3,000)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 automatic transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

4.6L 4.6L 5.4L 5.4L

3.31
3.73
3.31
3.73

3.31
3.73
3.31
3.73

Regular Cab F-250
4,756 (10,500) 2,630 (5,800) 5,436 (12,000) 3,311 (7,300) 5,436 (12,000) 3,265 (7,200) 6,115 (13,500) 3,946 (8,600)

SuperCab F-250

4,756 (10,500) 2,585 (5,700) 5,436 (12,000) 3,265 (7,200) 5,436 (12,000) 3,220 (7,100) 6,115 (13,500) 3,900 (8,600)

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 manual transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

4.6L 4.6L

3.31
3.73

Regular Cab F-250
3,261 (7,200) 1,179 (2,600) 3,533 (7,800) 1,451 (3,200) SuperCab F-250

Maximum frontal area

of trailer m2(ft2)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

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Trailer towing table (F-250 4x2 manual transmission)

4.6L 4.6L

3.31
3.73

3,261 (7,200) 1,133 (2,500) 3,533 (7,800) 1,406 (3,100)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 automatic transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

Maximum

frontal area of trailer m2(ft2)

4.6L

4.6L

5.4L

5.4L

4.6L

4.6L

5.4L

5.4L

3.31

3.73

3.31

3.73

3.31

3.73

3.31

3.73

Regular Cab F-250
4,756 (10,500)

5,436 (12,000)

5,436 (12,000)

6,115 (13,500)

2,449
(5,400) 3,129
(6,900) 3,084
(6,800) 3,764
(8,300)

SuperCab F-250

4,756 (10,500)

5,436 (12,000)

5,436 (12,000)

6,115 (13,500)

2,449
(5,400) 3,129
(6,900) 3,084
(6,800) 3,764
(8,300)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60)

Trailer towing table (F-250 4x4 manual transmission)

Engine

Rear axle

Maximum

Maximum

ratio

GCWR kg (lb)

trailer weight

kg (lb)

Maximum

frontal area of trailer m2(ft2)

4.6L

3.31

Regular Cab F-250
3,261 (7,200)

952 (2,100)

5.52 (60)

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4.6L

3.73

3,533 (7,800)

1,224
(2,700)

4.6L 4.6L

3.31
3.73

SuperCab F-250
3,261 (7,200) 3,533 (7,800)

952 (2,100)

1,224
(2,700)

TOWING A TRAILER Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the above charts.

Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle. Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation.

5.52 (60)

5.52 (60) 5.52 (60)

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Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on

the Safety Compliance Certification Label.

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury.

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use or install hitches that: • clamp onto the vehicle bumper • attach to the axle.

Underbody hitches are acceptable if installed properly. Distribute the load so that only 10
to 15% of the total is on the tongue. Tie down the load so that it does not shift and change the weight on the hitch.

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Usingaload-equalizinghitch When hooking up a trailer using a load-equalizing hitch, always use the following procedure. 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 2. Turn the air suspension switch to OFF (if equipped). 3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is 0–13 mm (0.5 in). After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher than in step 3. 5. Turn on the air suspension switch.

Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is lower or higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling.

Stepbumper(ifequipped) Step bumpers have a built-in hitch and only require a ball with a 2.5
cm (1 in.) shank diameter. Step bumpers have a Class III capability (2,270 kg [5,000 lb] trailer weight and 91 kg [200 lb] tongue weight.

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If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position, a frame-mounted trailer hitch must be installed. Safetychains Always use safety chains between your vehicle and trailer. Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Connect safety chains to the vehicle frame or hook retainers. Never attach chains to the bumper. Trailerbrakes Trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles weighing over 680 kg (1,500 lbs).

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system

directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.

Trailerlamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to Federal and local regulations. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for the proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.

Driving while you tow Do not drive faster than 88 km/h (55 mph) while towing a trailer. Do not drive faster than 72 km/h (45

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mph) with a trailer while towing in hilly country or on hot days. Speed control may shut off if you are towing on very long, steep grades. Whentowingatrailer If equipped with an automatic transmission, use D (Drive) rather than D (Overdrive) while towing up or down steep hills. This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling.

If equipped with a manual transmission, use 4 (Fourth) rather than D (Overdrive).

• Anticipate stops and brake

gradually.

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OVERDRIVE OFF

3 D

4 R

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with a trailer attached.

Driving • Allow more room for stopping • Practice turning, stopping and backing in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle/trailer combination.

• When turning, drive slightly

beyond the normal turning point so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place the automatic transmission gearshift in P (Park) to increase idle speed. This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency.

• Vehicles with trailers should not

be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. • After you have travelled about 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.

Launchingorretrievingaboat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval, • Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper and • Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (six inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper.

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Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Servicingwhentowing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to the “Service Guide” for more information.

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F-250 4WD Regular Cab

SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends the following specifications for low speed, personal use snow removal: • F-150 4WD long wheelbase or • 4.6L or 5.4L engine • Super engine cooling • Heavy duty front suspension • Automatic transmission with

package

auxiliary automatic transmission fluid cooling

• All-terrain tires Do not install a snowplow and plow with your vehicle until it has been driven at least 800 km (500
miles).

Installing snowplow Read the following instructions before installing a snowplow: • Front GAWR must not exceed 63% of the GVW. Add ballast weight to the back of the

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vehicle, if necessary. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label to find Front GAWR.

• The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity listed on the bottom right of the Safety Compliance Certification Label will determine whether or not the addition of a snowplow will overload your vehicle. • The weight of the snowplow and

supporting components distributed to the front axle must not exceed the front accessory reserve capacity.

• The total weight of the

snowplow and aftermarket equipment must not exceed the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity.

• The weight of the installed snowplow and aftermarket equipment must not load the vehicle beyond the GAWR and GVWR listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.

• Federal and most local

regulations require additional exterior lamps for snowplow-equipped vehicles. Consult your dealer for additional information.

• After installing a snowplow to the vehicle, ensure the vehicle’s front toe alignment and front ride height are within specification (reset if required).

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These specifications are located in the vehicle’s Service Manual. Adherence to the toe and ride height specification is important for proper tire wear, ride, handling and headlight aim.

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on

the Safety Compliance Certification Label.

Removing snowplow Read the following instructions before removing a snowplow: • After removing a snowplow from the vehicle, ensure the vehicle’s front toe alignment and front ride height are within specification (reset if required). These specifications are located in the vehicle’s Service Manual. Adherence to the toe and ride height specification is important for proper tire wear, ride, handling and headlight aim.

Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with driver and passenger air bags. The air bags are designed to deploy in a collision with a solid barrier at a range of 13 to 23 km/h (8 to 14
mph) or a parked car at a range of 25 to 45 km/h (16 to 28 mph).

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Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results in vehicle decelerations equivalent to or greater than the air bag deployment impact speeds listed above can deploy the air bag. Such driving also increases the risk of accidents.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the

driver, should always wear their safety belts.

Never remove or defeat the “tripping mechanisms” designed into the snow removal equipment by its manufacturer. Doing so may cause damage to the vehicle and the snow removal equipment as well as possible air bag deployment.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air

Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Enginetemperaturewhile plowing When driving with a plow, your engine may run at a higher temperature than normal because the attached snowplow blade will restrict airflow to the radiator.

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If you are driving more then 24 km (15 miles) at temperatures above freezing, angle the plow blade either full left or full right to provide maximum airflow to the radiator. If you are driving less than 24 km (15 miles) at speeds up to 64 km/h (40 mph) in cold weather, you will not need to worry about blade position to provide maximum airflow. Transmissionoperationwhile plowing • Shift transfer case to 4L (4WD Low) when plowing in small areas at speeds below 8 km/h (5
mph). • Shift transfer case to 4H (4WD High) when plowing larger areas or light snow at higher speeds. Do not exceed 24 km/h (15
mph). • Do not shift the transmission

from a forward gear to R (Reverse) until the engine is at idle and the wheels are stopped. • If the vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine can overheat.

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Driving

Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.

FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel economy can be improved by avoiding: • lack of regular, scheduled • excessive speed • rapid acceleration.

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HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. Depress to activate all indicators simultaneously. Depress again to switch off. The warning lights can be operated when the ignition is off.

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH If the engine cranks but does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut–off switch may have been activated. The shut–off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. 2. Check fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in the button on the switch. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.

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REPLACING BLOWN FUSES If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken element. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Even after a fuse is replaced, it may continue to blow if the cause of the overload is not identified and corrected. If a fuse continues to blow, have the vehicle’s electrical system checked.

Standard fuse amperage ratings and colors

Fuse rating 7.5 amp 10 amp 15 amp 20 amp 30 amp 30 amp fuse link 40 amp 60 amp fuse link 80 amp fuse link 100 amp fuse link

Color Brown Red Blue Yellow Light green Pink Green Yellow Black Blue

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Instrument panel fuses

Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified

amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.

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10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

Position

Amps

Description

15
25

15

Stop/turn lamps and turn indicators Instrument cluster Cigarette lighter Power mirrors, autolamp, remote anti-theft/keyless entry, headlamp relay and parking lamp relay Speed control, daytime running lamps, climate control blend door, backup lamps, A/C clutch coil Brake-shift interlock, generic electronic module (GEM)/central timer module (CTM) and air suspension module Not used Radio, remote anti-theft/keyless entry, GEM module/CTM module

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Position

Amps

Description

Not used Not used

30 Wiper system

On-board diagnostic (OBD II) data link connector Brake ON/OFF switch, rear anti-lock brake module and brake pressure switch Interior lamps and accessory delay relay GEM module/CTM module High beam headlamps Not used Instrument illumination Air bag diagnostic monitor, instrument cluster GEM module/CTM module and powertrain control module (PCM) Starter relay Air bag diagnostic monitor and passenger air bag deactivate switch 4WD clutch relay, electronic flasher, 4WD/2WD vacuum solenoids and trailer tow battery charge relay I/P blower relay 4WABS module and relay Right low beam headlamp and DRL module Foglamp relay Left low beam headlamp Autolamp, instrument cluster, transmission control indicator lamp and switch Ignition coils and PCM relay Not used

15

15
20
10

15
10

10

10
10
10

30

10
11
12

13

14
15
16
17
18
19
20

21
22

23

24
25
26
27
28
29

30
31

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Relays

Description

Interior lamps relay Battery saver relay Not used One touch down relay Accessory delay relay

Position

Power distribution box Lift cover towards left of vehicle to access the power distribution box.

Always disconnect the battery before servicing

high current fuses.

Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution

Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.

29

28

27

26

25

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

16

15

14

13

11

12

10

Position

Amps

Description

Fuses

20
10
15
15
20
15

Trailer tow back-up and tail lamps Air bag diagnostic monitor Power locks Air suspension Horn Audio system

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Position

Amps

Description

Fuses

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29

15
30
15
25

60/20

50
40
30
30
20
50
50
50
40
30
30
30

Parking and tail lamps Headlamps Daytime running lamps and fog lamps Auxiliary power point Not used Not used Not used 4WABS/rear anti-lock brake Air suspension compressor Trailer tow battery charge and stop/turn lamps 4WD transfer case shift motor and clutch Driver power seat Fuel pump Instrument panel fuse panel ignition switch feed Instrument panel fuse panel ignition switch feed I/P fuse panel battery feed I/P blower PCM power Power windows Not used Not used Trailer tow electronic brake Not used

Position

Diodes

Description

Rear ABS diode PCM diode

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Position

Relays

Description Windshield wipers HI/LO speed Windshield wipers run/park relay Washer pump relay Fuel pump relay Horn relay PCM power relay

Primary battery fuses (megafuses) Primary battery fuses are located under the PRIMARY BATTERY FUSE cover next to starter relay. Ford recommends that megafuses only be serviced by a qualified service technician.

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Location Amperage

175
175
20

Description Power network box megafuse Alternator megafuse Alternator field minifuse

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Engineminifusepanel The minifuse panel is located behind the power distribution box.

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Location Amperage

Description

20

Powertrain control module (PCM) Trailer tow stop/turn lamps Not used Not used Not used Not used

CHANGING FLAT TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brakes heavily. Instead, gradually reduce the speed while holding the steering wheel firmly. Move the vehicle to a safe spot off to the side of the road.

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Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface. 2. Activate the hazard flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). For 4WD vehicles equipped with Lever-operated transfer case, make sure that the lever is not in the N (Neutral) position. 5. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 6. Remove the jack and lug wrench from under the passenger seat.

On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle.

To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel

off the ground, such as when changing a tire.

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Removingsparefromstorage Your vehicle is equipped with a full-size spare tire. To remove the spare tire:

1. Carefully remove the jack handle from the retaining clips (above radiator in engine compartment).

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2. To lower the spare tire, insert the jack handle into the rear bumper opening and turn it counterclockwise. Removingflattireandinstalling spare 1. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove the wheel ornament. Insert the lug wrench tip into the notch in the wheel ornament. 2. Loosen the wheel nuts with the lug wrench. Do not remove the lug nuts yet. 3. Position the jack as shown for your specific vehicle (4WD or 2WD). Use the thumbwheel to raise the jack to the desired height. • Front (2WD)

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• Rear

Never use the differential as a jacking point.

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4. Raise the vehicle high enough for the spare tire to clear the ground when installed. 5. Remove the wheel lug nuts. 6. Remove the flat tire and install the spare. 7. Install the lug nuts and tighten until the wheel is seated.

Installing wheels without a good metal-to-metal

contact at the wheel mounting surface can cause the wheel lug nuts to loosen and could allow the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion.

If your vehicle is equipped with seven-lug hubs, use the following tightening pattern:

If your vehicle is equipped with five-lug hubs, use the following tightening pattern:

8. Position the wheel ornament on the wheel nuts and secure to the wheel.

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9. To stow the flat tire, lay the tire on the ground with the inboard side facing up. Install the retainer through the wheel center and slide the wheel under the vehicle. Turn the spare handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle. The spare handle ratchets when the tire is raised to the stowed position. It will not allow you to overtighten. 10. Unblock the wheel. 11. Stow the jacking equipment under the passenger seat and stow the jack handle in the engine compartment. 12. As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts with a torque wrench to 115–165 Nm (85–115 lb-ft).

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The gases around the battery can explode if

exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage.

Do not push-start your vehicle. You could damage

the catalytic converter. For further information, see Jumper Cables in the Index.

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Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin,

eyes, and clothing.

CONNECTING THE JUMPER CABLES 1. Position the vehicles so that they do not touch one another. 2. Switch off the engine. Switch off any unnecessary electrical equipment. 3. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (1) to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (2). 4. Connect one end of the second lead to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (3) and the other end to a metal part of the engine to be started (4), not to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery.

5. Make sure that the jump leads are clear of moving parts of the engine.

Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative ([-]) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery.

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JUMP STARTING 1. Start the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 3. Once the engine has been started, run both vehicles for a further three minutes before disconnecting the leads.

REMOVING THE JUMPER CABLES 1. Remove the jumper cables in reverse order. Take the cable off the metallic surface (1) first, followed by the cable on the negative (-) booster battery terminal (2). 2. Remove the cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (3) and then the discharged battery (4). 3. After the disabled vehicle has been started, allow it to idle for a while so the engine can “relearn” its idle conditions.

WRECKER TOWING It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with slingbelt equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure.

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Ford recommends using one of the above methods for towing.

Recreational towing (all wheels on the ground) Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication. 2WD(manualandautomatic transmissions) 1. Place transmission in N (Neutral).

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2. Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35
mph). 3. Maximum distance is 80 km (50
miles). If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the rear driveshaft. With the rear driveshaft disconnected, the maximum speed is 88 km/h (55 mph) and there are no mileage restrictions. See your dealer for help with disconnecting the driveshaft. 4WD–Leveroperatedtransfer case(manualandautomatic transmissions) 1. Place transmission in P (Park). 2. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). 3. Lockout the center disconnect by capping off one of the front axle vacuum motor lines. See your Ford dealer for assistance. 4. Vehicle speed should not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) and there are no mileage restrictions. 4WD–Electronicshifttransfer case 1. Place transmission in N (Neutral). 2. Shift the transfer case to 2H (2WD high). 3. Lockout the center disconnect by capping off one of the front axle vacuum motor lines. See your dealer for assistance.

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4. Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35
mph). 5. Maximum distance is 80 km (50
miles). If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the rear driveshaft. With the rear driveshaft disconnected, the maximum speed is 88 km/h (55 mph) and there are no mileage restrictions. See your dealer for help with disconnecting the driveshaft.

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SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE

Service recommendations To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location.

• As possible, we design parts that can be replaced without tools. • We provide you with a “Service Guide” which makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy.

If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service. Check your “Warranty Information Booklet” to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle. Precautionswhenservicing yourvehicle Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle. Here are some general precautions for your safety: • Do not work on a hot engine. • If you must work with the

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could get caught in moving parts. Take precautions with long hair. • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.

• Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts.

If you disconnect the battery, the engine must “relearn” its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in Battery in this chapter. Workingwiththeengineoff • Automatic transmission 1. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Workingwiththeengineon • Automatic transmission

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1. Set the parking brake fully and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.

Do not start your engine with the air cleaner

removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. • Manual transmission 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.

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Opening the hood 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel.

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2. While applying downward pressure on the hood, push the hood latch handle located just left of the center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood.

After closing the hood, try to lift it to be sure that it is closed securely. Lubricate the hood latch every six months to ensure proper operation.

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4.2L engine 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped) 5. Brake master cylinder 6. Power distribution box 7. Engine coolant recovery reservoir 8. Radiator cap 9. Air cleaner 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)

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12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

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4.6/5.4L engine 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 3. Engine oil filler 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped) 6. Brake master cylinder 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine coolant recovery reservoir 9. Air cleaner 10. Radiator cap

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11. Power steering fluid reservoir 12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

ENGINE OIL

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Oil specifications Use WSS-M2C153–F motor oil CERTIFIED FOR GASOLINE ENGINES by the American Petroleum Institute. Engine oils with an SAE 5W-30
viscosity and displaying the American Petroleum Institute certification mark are preferred for your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel economy and engine protection for all climates down to –25°C (-15°F). Do not use: • “non-detergent” oils • oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, • additional engine oil additives,

SE, SF or SG

oil treatments or engine treatments

Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments, or engine treatments are never needed and could, under certain conditions, lead to engine damage which is not covered by your Ford warranty. Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred