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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 V6 engine 4.6L 3V V8

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

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.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, 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)

Code

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Accessories

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

Exterior style Aluminum fuel filler door Bug shields Deflectors Running boards

Interior style Ambient lighting for footwells and cupholders Electrochromic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’s package Cargo organization and management Neutral tow kit Trailer hitch drawbars, and towing accessories

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Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start Vehicle security systems Locking gas plug for capless fuel system 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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Ford Extended Service Plan

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels of coverage. Ask you dealer for details. PremiumCare – Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only discuss what’s not covered! ExtraCare – Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items. BaseCare – Covers 84 components. PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: • Reliable, quality service anywhere you go. • Factory-trained technicians. • Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts. Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs, you are eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls. Transferable coverage If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value! Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including: • Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts. • Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance. • Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car. • Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and

emergency transportation.

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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle! Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that routinely wear out. The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal “wear”: • Brake pads and linings • Wiper blades • Spark plugs (except • Shock absorbers California) • Belts and hoses • Clutch disc Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. Interest free finance options available Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment opportunity.

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Index

Accessory delay ........................124
AdvanceTrac ..............................281
Air cleaner filter ...............384–386
Air conditioning ........................101
Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................202, 211, 213
and child safety seats ............204
description ..............202, 211, 213
disposal ....................................217
driver airbag ............204, 212, 214
indicator light .................211, 216
operation .................204, 212, 214
passenger airbag .....204, 212, 214
side airbag ...............................211

All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road .........................298
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................363
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ......................278–279
Anti-theft system ......................162
Audio system (see Radio) ......................39, 43, 50
Automatic transmission

driving an automatic overdrive .........................288, 291
fluid, adding ............................383
fluid, checking ........................383
fluid, refill capacities ..............387
fluid, specification ..................387
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....58
Auxiliary power point ...............121
Axle

lubricant specifications ..........387

refill capacities ........................387

Battery .......................................361
acid, treating emergencies .....361
jumping a disabled battery ....328
maintenance-free ....................361
replacement, specifications ...386
servicing ..................................361
Belt-Minder威 .............................197
Booster seats .............................232
Brakes ........................................278
anti-lock ...........................278–279
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................279
fluid, checking and adding ....382
fluid, refill capacities ..............387
fluid, specifications .................387
lubricant specifications ..........387
parking ....................................279
shift interlock ..........................287

Calculating load ........................265
Capacities for refilling fluids ....387
Car2U威 Home Automation System .......................................140
Cargo cover ...............................145
Cargo management system ......146
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................317
Child safety seats ......................221
attaching with tether straps ..229
in front seat ............................222
in rear seat ..............................222
LATCH .....................................225
recommendations ...................219

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Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................232
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............344
instrument panel ....................346
interior .....................................347
plastic parts ............................345
washing ....................................342
waxing .....................................343
wheels ......................................343
wiper blades ............................345

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ..........101
Clock adjust

6-CD in dash .............................52
AM/FM/CD .................................45

Compass, electronic

calibration .................................27
set zone adjustment ...........27, 36
Console ..............................120–121
overhead ..................................119
rear ..........................................121

Controls

power seat ...............................170
steering column ......................131

Coolant

checking and adding ..............363
refill capacities ................367, 387
specifications ..........................387

Cruise control (see Speed control) ..................128
Customer Assistance ................308

Ford Extended Service Plan ..........................................397
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada .....................339
Getting roadside assistance ...308
Getting the service you need .........................................335

Index

Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................340
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................338

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ..............................107
Defrost

rear window ............................105

Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................383
engine oil .................................356

Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................384
Driving under special conditions ..................293, 301, 304
sand .........................................303
snow and ice ...........................305
through water .................303, 307

Dual automatic temperature control (DATC) .........................101
DVD system .................................66

Electronic message center ...21, 30
Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................328
running out of fuel .........327, 374
Emergency Flashers .................309
Emission control system ..........379
Engine ........................................392
cleaning ...................................344
coolant .....................................363
fail-safe cooling .......................368
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idle speed control ...................361
lubrication specifications .......387
refill capacities ........................387
service points ..................352–353
starting after a collision .........310
Engine block heater .................277
Engine oil ..................................356
checking and adding ..............356
dipstick ....................................356
filter, specifications ................386
refill capacities ........................387
specifications ..........................387
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................276

Fail safe cooling ........................368
Family entertainment system ....66
Fluid capacities .........................387
Fog lamps ..................................107
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......296
driving off road .......................299
indicator light .........................297
preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................287
Fuel ............................................370

calculating fuel economy ......................27, 32, 376
cap ...........................................372
capacity ...................................387
choosing the right fuel ...........373
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................379
detergent in fuel .....................374
filler funnel .............................374
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................370, 372, 376
filter, specifications ........369, 386

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fuel pump shut-off switch .....310
improving fuel economy ........376
octane rating ...................373, 392
quality ......................................374
running out of fuel .........327, 374
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................370
Fuses ..................................310–311

Garage door opener ..........120, 134
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............372
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................376
Gauges .........................................18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................265

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

calculating ...............................265

Hazard flashers .........................309
Headlamps .................................106
aiming ......................................108
bulb specifications ..................111
daytime running lights ...........107
flash to pass ............................108
high beam ...............................107
turning on and off ..................106

Heating

heating and air conditioning system ...............................99, 101

Homelink wireless control system ........................................135
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How to get going ........................39

Ignition ...............................273, 392
Illuminated visor mirror ...........118
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................221
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................381
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................346
cluster ........................................12

Jack ....................................317, 321
positioning .......................317, 322
storage .....................317, 320–321
Jump-starting your vehicle ......328

Keyless entry system

autolock ...........................150, 152
keypad .....................................161
locking and unlocking doors ..162
programming entry code .......161
Keys ...........................................164
positions of the ignition .........273

Lamps

bulb replacement specifications chart ................111
daytime running light .............107
fog lamps .................................107
headlamps ...............................106
interior lamps .........................110

Index

LATCH anchors .........................225
Liftgate ......................................147
remote release ........................157
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........279
Load limits .................................258
Loading instructions .................265
Locks

autolock ...........................150, 152
childproof ................................155
doors ........................................150
Lubricant specifications ...........387
Lug nuts ....................................326
Luggage rack .............................148
Lumbar support, seats .....170, 172

Message center .....................21, 30
english/metric button .........27, 36
system check button ..........27, 36
warning messages ...............27, 36
Mirrors ...............................124–125

automatic dimming rearview mirror ......................................124
fold away .................................126
heated ......................................125
side view mirrors (power) .....125
Moon roof ..................................133
Motorcraft威 parts ......348, 369, 386

Navigation system .......................98

Octane rating ............................373
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Oil (see Engine oil) ..................356

Parking brake ............................279
Parts (see Motorcraft威 parts) ...........386
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................188
Pedals (see Power adjustable foot pedals) ...............................126
Power adjustable foot pedals ...126
Power deployable running boards ........................................126
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................314
Power door locks ......................150
Power mirrors ...........................125
Power point ...............................121
Power steering ..........................286
fluid, checking and adding ....382
fluid, refill capacity ................387
fluid, specifications .................387
Power Windows .........................122
Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................287

Radio ................................39, 43, 50
Rear seat entertainment system ..........................................66
Rear window defroster .............105
Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ......................................219
Relays ........................................310
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Remote entry system .......155–156
illuminated entry ....................160
locking/unlocking doors ................................156–157
panic alarm .............................157
replacing the batteries ...........158
Reverse sensing system ...........294
Roadside assistance ..................308
Roof rack ...................................148

Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..................187, 190–195
Safety Canopy ...........211, 213–214
Safety defects, reporting ..........341
Safety restraints ........187, 190–195
Belt-Minder威 ...........................197
extension assembly ................196
for adults .........................191–194
for children .............................217
Occupant Classification Sensor ......................................188
warning light and chime ........197

Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ......................................225
Safety seats for children ..........221
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................393
Satellite Radio Information ........63
Seats ..........................................166
child safety seats ....................221
easy access/easyout feature ..173
front seats ...............................169
heated ..............................174–175
memory seat ...................157, 172

SecuriCode keyless entry system ........................................161

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Setting the clock

AM/FM single CD .....................45
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................52
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............216
Spark plugs, specifications .....................386, 392
Special notice

ambulance conversions ..............6
utility-type vehicles ....................6

Specification chart, lubricants ...................................387
Speed control ............................128
Starting your vehicle ........................273–274, 276
jump starting ..........................328

Steering wheel

controls ....................................131
tilting .......................................118
SYNC威 ..........................................98

Index

inflating ...................................240
label .........................................252
replacing ..........................244, 322
rotating ....................................247
safety practices .......................246
sidewall information ...............248
snow tires and cables .............258
spare tire .................318, 320–321
terminology .............................240
tire grades ...............................239
treadwear ........................239, 243
Towing .......................................266
recreational towing .................271
trailer towing ..........................266
wrecker ....................................333

Transfer case

fluid checking .........................383
Transmission .............................288
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....287
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................383
fluid, refill capacities ..............387
lubricant specifications ..........387
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Turn signal

Third-row power fold seat .......185
Tilt steering wheel ....................118
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Driving .....................................303
Roadside Emergencies ...........317
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....253
Warning Displays ..........12, 27, 36
Tires ...........................238–239, 317
alignment ................................246
care ..........................................243
changing ..........................317, 322
checking the pressure ............243

Universal garage door opener ..134
USB port ......................................60

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................393
Vehicle loading ..........................258
Ventilating your vehicle ...........276

Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
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Washer fluid ..............................354
Water, Driving through .............307
Windows ....................................157
power .......................................122
rear wiper/washer ...................118

Windshield washer fluid and wipers ........................................117
checking and adding fluid .....354
liftgate reservoir .....................354
replacing wiper blades ...........355
Wrecker towing .........................333

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