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Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 17Entertainment Systems 20AM/FM stereo 20AM/FM stereo with single CD 22AM/FM ste

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

WARNING: Move a child to a different seating location if theshoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder duringuse.WARNING: Follow all instr

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safetyseat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button,to prevent ac

WARNING: An airbag can kill or injure a child in a child seat.Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. Ifyou must use a forw

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt isextracted.6. Allo

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsWARNING: Children should be placed in the rear in anappropriate child safety seat that is properly secu

1. Position the child safety seat onthe front right-hand passenger seat.2. Adjust the front right-handpassenger seat full forward.3. Route the child s

5. Adjust the front right handpassenger seat to the full rearwardposition.6. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safetybe

1. Position the child safety seat onthe second row left hand or righthand bucket seat.2. Route the child safety tetherstrap over the back of the left

2. Route the child safety tetherstrap over the back of the benchseat.3. Clip the center tether strap hookto the tether bracket mountedunder rear rail

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

• Five passenger crew van• Seven passenger wagon• Eight passenger wagon• Twelve passenger wagon2008 Econoline (eco)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fu

• Fifteen passenger wagonrepresents LATCH anchors.represents tether strap anchors.WARNING: Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to thesame anchor

Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properlyattached to the lower anchors and tether anchor. Try to tilt the childseat from side

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICSHow your vehicle differs from other vehiclesSUV and trucks can differ fromsome other vehicles in a fewnoticeable ways. Your veh

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

Traction AA A B CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as me

• Inflation pressure: A measure of the amount of air in a tire.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure.• PSI: Pounds per square inch, a stand

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns

To check the pressure in your tire(s):1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile.If you are checking tire press

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Tire inflation informationAll tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped):This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. As such, theycanno

WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in theillustration.TIRE CAREInspecting your tiresPeriodically inspect the tire treads for uneven

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can b

• DRW – Six tire rotationIf your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatthe front and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only sid

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare, the TPMS system will continue to

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

TPMS reset procedure (if applicable)This procedure is only required after tire rotation on vehicleswith different front and rear tire pressures.WARNIN

TPMS reset toolA special TPMS reset tool to reset your TPMS after tire rotation isprovided with vehicles that have different front and rear tire press

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately by

3. Press and hold the brake pedal for two (2) seconds, then release.4. Turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK (DO NOT remove the key.)5. Cycle the ignition fro

1. Left front tire: Place the TPMS reset tool against the left front tirewhere the tire meets the rim, opposite from the valve stem (1) as shown.This

Rotation, pressure adjustment and TPMS reset exampleThe following example describes all the major steps involved in rotatingtires on a vehicle with di

Sensor position following tirerotationSensor 1: 50 psiSensor 2: 50 psiSensor 3: 80 psiSensor 4: 80 psiPressure adjustment without therequired TPMS res

Rotation, pressure adjustmentand successful completion of theTPMS reset procedureSensor 1: 80 psiSensor 2: 80 psiSensor 3: 50 psiSensor 4: 50 psiTire

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire chains on dry roads.• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent

vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from thepayload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload.WARNING: The ap

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of afully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory o

Low tire pressure warning(if equipped): Illuminates whenyour tire pressure is low. If the lightremains on at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressu

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo andluggage loa

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehiclesWARNING: For important information regarding safe operationof this ty

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)MaximumLoadedTrailer Weight- lb. (kg)Maximumfrontal area of

WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified onthe certification label.WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommendedgross trailer w

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

Overdrive off: Illuminates whenthe overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned off;refer to the Driving chapter. If thelight does not illumi

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changedunless a

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instrume

You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E85ethanol.Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds

See Cold weather starting in the Driving chapter for more informationon starting with ethanol.WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructi

• Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot an

Using ABSWhen hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness

The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light willilluminate, the Traction Control™ button will not turn the system on oroff and yo

WARNING: Aggressive driving in any road conditions can causeyou to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severepersonal injury or death.

The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC buttonallows the driver to control theavailability of the AdvanceTrac威with RSC system. AdvanceTrac威with RSC system status is

Some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when theAdvanceTrac威 with RSC performs a system self-check. DuringAdvanceTrac威 with RSC o

• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steering components• improper steering alignmentA high crown in the road or high crosswinds may a

Vehicle stability and handlingThe risk of a rollover crash increases as the number of people and loadin the vehicle increase. This increased risk occu

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such asutility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of

See your authorized dealer for service immediately.WARNING: If your brake lamps are not working properly or ifyou have disconnected the vehicle batter

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmissionThis vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adapti

N (Neutral)With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.(O

Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.Press the SELECT/RESET controlonce to switch from the odometer tothe trip odomet

1 (First)• Provides maximum engine braking.• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.• Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

Tow/Haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting.Tow/Haul also provides engine braking in all forward gears when thetransmission

Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatictransmission (if equipped - diesel engines only)P (Park)This position locks the transmission

D (Drive) without OverdriveD (Drive) without Overdrive can beactivated by pressing thetransmission control switch (TCS)on the end of the gearshift lev

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ea

WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use cautionwhen in reverse and when using the RSS.WARNING: This system is not designed to prevent conta

The RSS automatically turns onwhen the gearshift lever is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is on.An RSS control allows the driver toturn the RSS

Gas engine vehicles are qualified for up to 10 minutes of continuousoperation as a stationary power source, due to the potential for thenormal venting

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to

On commercial stripped chassisvehicles, this switch is located on abracket above the brake pedal.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 — Not used2 10A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description9 5A Wiper control module10 20A Main light switch, Park lamps,License lamp

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description31 10A Right headlamp (low beam)32 20A Power point #1 (instrumentpanel)33 1

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to theBattery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.The high-current fuses

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription10 30A** Trailer tow electric brakecontroller11 40A** 4-Wheel Anti-lock Brake System(

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription27 10A* PCM KAPWR, Canister vent(gasoline engine only)28 — Not usedA — Fuel pump rela

Seating and Safety Restraints 70Seating 70Safety restraints 77Airbags 87Child restraints 97Tires, Wheels and Loading 113Tire information 115Tire infla

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly reco

The relays are coded as follows:Relay location Description1 Interior lamps2 Open3 Open4 Battery saverEngine compartment relay moduleThe engine compart

Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light willilluminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionalityof the

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load ratin

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to:• Towing a trailer• Driving vehicles equipped with a

To remove the spare tire:1. Open the rear doors and removethe thumb screw and anti-theftbracket. If finger pressure will notremove the thumb screw, us

1. Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire you are changing.On E-450 vehicles, the parking brake is on the transmission. Therefore,the ve

WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put anypart of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do notstart the engine when y

Front axle jacking points:Place the jack under the pin on thefront surface of the front axle.Do not place the jack under oron the steering linkage.• R

WARNING: Never usewheels or lug nuts differentthan the original equipment asthis could damage the wheel ormounting system. This damagecould allow the

5. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tirepressure (every six months, as per your scheduled maintenanceinformation), or at

3. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.4. Memory preset buttons: To seta station: Select frequency bandAM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station,

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel or the surface

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarbureto

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caAway

Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Single CD/MP3 Radio(if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, acci

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has sh

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent qu

• Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on yourwheel rims or covers. Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaningchemicals, in combinati

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r

TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radiocomes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satelliterecept

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean and damp white cotton clot

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.• Do not use hous

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/orperso

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTEngine compartment component locationsRefer to the 6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo D

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to releas

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick.6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.• If the oil l

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.4. Install the dipsti

stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strongstations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.Setting

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedtha

It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for anextended period of

Battery relearnBecause your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the batte

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling systemcan burn you badly. Also, you c

water to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles which have acoolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coo

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling systemand engin

2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.4. Check the coo

18. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency band; tuneto a station, press and hold a presetbutton until sound returns.19. Power/volume: Pres

WARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene,which is a cancer-causing agent.Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor, beerand wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field cor

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplightor “c

Choosing the right fuelIf your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADEDFUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85).If your vehicle is not a f

common abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for thatregion. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may causepowertrain damage, a loss of vehic

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading wil

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econom

For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website atwww.siriusradio.com

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel, properly tightening the fuel cap or letting theelectrica

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine m

5. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level isbetween the arrows in the FULL COLD range.6. If the fluid is low, add flui

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKEYour vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that requirelubrication. Refer to the scheduled maintenance

Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstickand the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C).Correct fl

The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operatingtemperature (150°F-170°F [66°C-77°C]).The transmission fluid should be in this ra

High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/o

An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/or possible damage.Do not use supplemental transmission flui

Changing the air filter element1. Disconnect the fresh air inlet tubefrom the radiator support.2. Open the clamp that secures thetwo halves of the air

2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), songtitle (So), artist text (Ar) or albumtext (AL) may be viewed whileplaying an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent14.6L V8 engine5.4L V8engine6.8L V10engineAir filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632Battery- standard /(auxiliary)BXT-

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationEngine oil-diesel engineRefer to the 6.0L and 6.4L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationFuel tank–all regular and extendedlength vans and wagons35.0 gallons(132.4L)——Fuel tan

ENGINE DATAEngine14.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engineCubic inches 281 330 415Required fuel87 octane or(E-85)287 octane 87 octaneFiring order

• 4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 Engines with A/C• 6.8L V10 EngineVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERComplete Ford built vehiclesThe vehicle identification number is a

• On the certification label. Thislabel is required by the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration and is made ofspecial material. If it is tampe

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONSYou can find a transmission code onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmis

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:• When adding accessories,

Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to therear/front speakers.9. Menu: Press to access thefollowing functions:Compression: Brings soft and

AAccessory delay ...53AdvanceTrac ...170Air cleaner filter ...268–270Airbag supplemental

safety belts ...230washing ...226waxing ...227wheels ...

Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...249Fluid capacities ...271Four-Wheel Drive vehiclespreparing to drive yourvehicle ...

LLampsbulb replacementspecifications chart ...41daytime running light ...36headlamps ...35hea

extension assembly ...86for adults ...78–80for children ...97–98safety belt maintenance

WWarning lights (see Lights) ...12Washer fluid ...236Water, Driving through ...188Windowspower ...

14. FF(Fast forward): In CD/MP3mode, press until desired selectionis reached.15. REW(Rewind): In CD/MP3mode, press until desired selectionis reached.1

Cleaning 226Underbody preservation 231Maintenance and Specifications 233Engine compartment 235Engine oil 237Battery 240Engine coolant 243Fuel informat

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re

Radio reception factors:There are three factors that can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, thewea

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature sele

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C po

HEADLAMP CONTROL• The first position turns on theparking, tail, license plate andside marker lamps.• The outer position turns on theheadlamps.Battery

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate:• the ignition must be in the on position and• the h

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLTo adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel, rotate the dimmercontrol clockwise/counterclockwisewhen the headlamp control is i

3. Turn on the low beam headlampsand open the hood.4. Locate the high intensity area ofthe beam pattern and place the topedge of the intensity zone ev

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height from thece

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSCargo and dome lamps with rear

Front and rear courtesy/readinglampsThe dome portion of the lamp, thecenter light, can be turned on whenthe headlamp control is rotated fullycountercl

Function Number ofbulbsTrade numberSide marker withsealed beam2 194Back-up lamps 2 3156K or 3156License plate lamp 1 168Stop/tail/turn/sidemarker lamp

4. Remove the bulb assembly byturning it counterclockwise andpulling it straight out.WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keepout of

AerodynamicSealed beam3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove.4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket.To complete installa

Sealed beam3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove.4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket.To complete installation, follo

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Turn the headlamp switch to theoff position.2. Remove the two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly fromthe r

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt

Storage compartment (if equipped)Press the release on the door toopen the storage compartment.The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped)Outside air temperatureThe outside temperature display iscontained in the overhead console.The tem

3. Press and hold the SELECTcontrol until VAR appears in thedisplay, then release. The displayshould show the current zonenumber.4. Press the SELECT c

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigarlighter socket

Accessory delayWith accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for upto 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off posi

Fold-away mirrorsThe mirrors can be manually folded forward or backwards for narrowspaces like driving through an automatic car wash or backing out of

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET ACCELcontrol until you get to thedesired sp

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off thespeed control:• Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set sp

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.If

Deactivating/activating autolock featureYour vehicle comes with the autolock feature disabled; there are twomethods to enable/disable this feature:• T

SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited

Back cargo door lock (if equipped)The passenger side rear cargo doorhas a power door lock controlmounted on the inside of the door.When this lock is p

For vehicles equipped with manual door locks:• The front door locks can be locked by using either the key or themanual door lock.• In order to activat

• The rear door handle is located inthe rear door below the glass.To open the side or back cargo doors from the inside:1. Unlock the E-Guard Cargo Pro

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. Note:• The lock and unlock featureswork when the ignition is in an

seconds and release. The park lamps will flash twice to indicate that thevehicle has switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure toswitch bac

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery.Note: Please refer to localreg

3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (off)position and 4 (on). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (on)position.4. The d

program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keysyourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how toprogram the cod

Replacement keysIf your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer

5. Within 10 seconds of removing the second coded key, insert the newunprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn theignition from

Vehicle Modification Data RecordingSome aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmissiondamage; refer to the What is not covered secti

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.WARNING: Beforereturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are nottrapped behi

Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down.REAR SEATSRear captains ch

Quick-release captains chair(7 passenger configuration- second row only)To remove the seat:1. Disengage the lap/shoulder beltfrom the seat by insertin

1. Position the seat to the floormount.2. Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position.3. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted

2. Find the clips attached near theends of the lap/shoulder belts.3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out

4. With assistance, pull the LH/RH seat latch release straps (1) (locatedbehind the latch mechanisms) to release the latch from the rear strikers.5. L

5. After the front LH/RH hooks are engaged to the LH/RH front strikerpins, pull LH/RH seat latch release straps to allow engagement of thelatch to the

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person issignificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safetybelt.WARNING: Each seating position

• Front and rear seats2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle.• Front and rear seatsAll safety restraints in the

Using your vehicle as an ambulanceIf your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford

Automatic locking modeWhen to use the automatic locking modeIn this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systemsat all outboard seating positions (except the driver position,which does not have this fe

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that thebelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjustthe safety belt properly

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately5 seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off...The Belt-Minder威 featur

Reasons given... Consider...“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.Belt-Minder威 reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.“Safety belts don’

Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder姞 featureRead Steps1-5thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure.The Be

• This will enable the Belt-Minder威 feature for that seating position if itis currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willf

WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace thesafety belt assembly under the above conditions could result insevere personal injuries in the

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under inthe back seat and always properly use appropriate childrestraints. Never place a rear-faci

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

Cell phone useThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Ref

Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)Note: The passenger airbag ON/OFFswitch (if equipped) may be onvehicles with no rear seats and agross vehi

WARNING: In order to avoid inadvertent activation of theswitch, always remove the ignition key from the passenger airbag ON/OFF switch.WARNING: An inf

WARNING: The safety belts for the driver and right frontpassenger seating positions have been specifically designed tofunction together with the airba

NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seatbecause:• the vehicle has no rear

Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seatbecause:• my vehicle has no

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag suppleme

WARNING: Because the last row of seats in the 12 passengerand 15 passenger configuration is not equipped with LATCHanchors and is spaced closer to the

When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the