Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving, Cleaning

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Instrument Cluster Table of ContentsIntroduction Entertainment SystemsDriving Seating and Safety RestraintsCleaning Roadside EmergenciesIndex Maintenance and SpecificationsAccessories Table of ContentsCONGRATULATIONS IntroductionCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Protecting the environment SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guideWarning symbols on your vehicle BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEEvent Data Recording SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warrantyService Data Recording IntroductionNotice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehiclesSpecial instructions IntroductionUsing your vehicle as an ambulance IntroductionOwner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehiclesMiddle East/North Africa vehicle specific information IntroductionHazard Warning Flasher Vehicle Symbol GlossaryIntroduction Introduction Vehicle Symbol GlossaryBattery Acid Engine OilInstrument Cluster Service engine soon The Serviceon, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESAnti-lock brake system If the Instrument ClusterCHECK GAGE Transmission control indicatorInstrument Cluster the engine is overheating. Stop GAUGESSpeedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Instrument ClusterInstrument Cluster Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individualEngine oil pressure gauge AM/FM STEREO IF EQUIPPED 4. Memory preset buttons To setEntertainment Systems press and hold a preset button until sound returnsEntertainment Systems 7. CLK Clock To set the hour, press and hold CLK until CLOCKAM/FM STEREO CASSETTE IF EQUIPPED Entertainment SystemsEntertainment Systems 6. REW rewind Press to rewind the tapeFF fast forward Press to advance the tape AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO IF EQUIPPED Entertainment Systems8. Memory presets To set a Entertainment SystemsCD units are designed to play Entertainment SystemsPREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Entertainment SystemsEntertainment Systems 6. Bass Press BASS then press11. CD Press to select CD mode 10. Memory presets To set aEntertainment Systems CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE RADIO FREQUENCIESRADIO RECEPTION FACTORS CD/CD PLAYER CAREREAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICEQuick Start - How to get going Clean using a circular motionEntertainment Systems To operate the systemTo play a video game Entertainment Systems Safety informationFederal Communication Commission FCC Compliance Care of the videocassette player VCP Temperature extremesHigh/low temperature sensor circuit Environmental extremesDew sensor circuit Cleaning video headsHumidity and moisture condensation Foreign substancesPlayback and format FeaturesAutoVision system VCP protection circuitsVCP controls 2. POWER key7. HEADPHONE VOLUME UP/DOWN KEYS button 3. PLAY key4. RETRACKING button Remote control2. ENCORE button 5. TRACKING + buttonBattery replacement Entertainment SystemsEntertainment Systems AutoVision controlsParental control Entertainment Systems Adjusting the volumeUsing headphones/Personal Audio Feature Entertainment Systems Speakers ON/OFF modeMedia select Entertainment Systems Memory preset controlSeek function Entertainment Systems Flip-down screensGeneral operation To play a video game Inserting/removing cassette Inserting cassetteRemoving cassette Entertainment SystemsFast-forward or rewind no picture On-screen indicators Playback operationStill playback/Frame-to-frame playback on remote control Fast-forward or rewind with pictureEntertainment Systems Encore on remote controlAuxiliary input jacks Indications on the VCP AutoPlay featureVideo source selection Entertainment SystemsIlluminates when a videocassette is ejected from the system Entertainment SystemsIn-home use Entertainment SystemsDC jack in Auxiliary jacks for home useVIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT LROperating tips Climate ControlsHEATER ONLY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Climate Controls 1. Fan speed adjustment ControlsMANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Operating tipsREAR FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT IF EQUIPPED Climate ControlsHEADLAMP CONTROL Battery saverLights Daytime running lamps DRL if equippedPANEL DIMMER CONTROL High beamsFlash to pass LightsINTERIOR LAMPS Cargo and dome lamps with rear headliner TURN SIGNAL CONTROLAIMING THE HEADLAMPS Third row courtesy/reading/cargo lampsBULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Using the right bulbsFront and rear courtesy/reading lamps FunctionReplacing headlamp bulbs aerodynamic LightsLights Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbsReplacing headlamp bulbs low series 1. Remove the two screws from the high-mount brakelamp assembly and Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbsReplacing license plate lamp bulbs LightsReplacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs LightsWindshield washer Push the end of the stalk Driver ControlsMULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Changing the wiper bladesOVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED Installing a garage door opener if equippedTILT STEERING WHEEL Storage compartment if equippedCompass Electronic compass/temperature display if equippedOutside air temperature Driver ControlsDriver Controls Compass zone adjustmentCompass calibration adjustment Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINTCELL PHONE USE POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPEDACCESSORY DELAY Spotter mirrorDriver Controls Telescoping mirrorFold-away mirrors Resuming a set speed Setting speed controlSPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Driver ControlsRES SET ACCEL COAST release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed 1.6 km/h 1 mphin increments by RES SET ACCEL COASTThere are two ways to turn off the speed control Turning off speed controlDriver Controls Press the speed control OFF controlKEYS POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPEDLocks and Security Memory lockLocks and Security Unlocking the doorsLocking the doors Locks and Security Sounding a panic alarmReplacing the battery Locks and Security How to reprogram your remote entry transmittersReplacing lost remote entry transmitters Illuminated entry Locks and SecuritySEATING Seating and Safety RestraintsAdjusting the front manual seat if equipped Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar supportAdjusting the front power seat if equipped Seating and Safety Restraints Quick release captains chair 7 passenger second row onlyTo remove the seat To install the seat Seating and Safety RestraintsTo remove the seats REAR SEATS Accessing the 3rd, 4th and 5th row seats if equippedRear bench seat Seating and Safety RestraintsTo install the seat Seating and Safety Restraints4. With assistance, remove the seat assembly SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Seating and Safety RestraintsAutomatic locking mode Combination lap and shoulder beltsVehicle sensitive mode Seating and Safety RestraintsHow to disengage the automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking modeHow to use the automatic locking mode Seating and Safety RestraintsSafety belt pretensioner Seating and Safety RestraintsLap belts Front safety belt height adjustmentAdjusting the center lap belt Seating and Safety RestraintsThen Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeConditions of operation BeltMindergood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be Reasons givenConsider seriously injured in a crash duringPrime time for an accident times more likely to DIE. SafetyOne time disable reduce risk of death to front seatDeactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints Safety belt extension assemblySafety belt maintenance AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Important SRS precautions Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag moduleSeating and Safety Restraints Children and air bagsHow does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? Seating and Safety Restraints one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and toneSeating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENDetermining if the system is operational Important SRS precautions Seating and Safety RestraintsChild booster seats Children and safety beltsWhen children should use booster seats Seating and Safety RestraintsTypes of booster seats Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seatsThe importance of shoulder belts Seating and Safety Restraints When installing a child safety seatInstalling child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints the belt webbing is not twistedAttaching safety seats with tether straps Seating and Safety RestraintsFront passenger seating position Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints 4. Clip the tether strap hook to the seat pedestal to the location shownSecond row bucket seats Chateau Quads Seating and Safety RestraintsSecond, Third and Fourth row three passenger bench seats Seating and Safety RestraintsSeating and Safety Restraints Fifteen passenger wagon represents LATCH anchors Seating and Safety RestraintsSeven passenger wagon Eight passenger wagon Twelve passenger wagon represents tether strap anchorsSeating and Safety Restraints child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or deathPositions of the ignition DrivingSTARTING Preparing to start your vehicleImportant safety precautions DrivingStarting the engine DrivingImportant ventilating information Using the engine block heater if equippedGuarding against exhaust fumes BRAKESParking brake Using ABSABS warning lamp DrivingPREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE STEERINGTRACTION-LOK AXLE IF EQUIPPED DrivingVEHICLE STABILITY AND HANDLING DrivingAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock DrivingDriving P ParkR Reverse Drive not shown N NeutralOverdrive 2 SecondIf your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement 1 FirstForced downshifts If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snowP Park D Drive with OverdriveDriving R ReverseDriving D Drive without Overdrive3 Third 2 SecondDriving DRIVING THROUGH WATEREMERGENCY MANEUVERS VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER DrivingDriving GCW must never exceed the GCWR DrivingDriving Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/towTRAILER TOWING Maximum GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer WeightsRear DrivingRear GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer WeightsDriving MaximumRear GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer WeightsDriving MaximumDriving passenger 8600 GVWRGCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer Weights Rearpassenger 9300 GVWR axleratio GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer WeightsE-350 Stripped Chassis 158” wheelbase, dual rear wheel 11500 GVWR EngineE-350 Chassis Cab 138” wheelbase, dual rear wheel GVWR E-350 Chassis Cab 176” wheelbase, dual rear wheel GVWRGCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer Weights E-450 Cutaway and Chassis Cab all wheelbases, all GVWRsE-450 Stripped Chassis all wheelbases, all GVWRs DrivingHitches Maximum trailer weight for all cutaway E-350 and E-450 vehiclesPreparing to tow GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating/Trailer WeightsUsing a step bumper if equipped Safety chainsDo not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakesDriving Servicing after towingTrailer towing tips 2WD vehicles with automatic transmissions Launching or retrieving a boatRECREATIONAL TOWING ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND DrivingGETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCERoadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTYFUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH Roadside EmergenciesTo reset the switch 1. Turn the ignition OFF Roadside EmergenciesStandard fuse amperage rating and color FUSES AND RELAYSFuses COLORDescription Fuse/RelayFuse Amp Roadside EmergenciesRoadside Emergencies DescriptionFuse Amp Roadside EmergenciesFuse/Relay DescriptionRoadside Emergencies Power distribution boxPower Distribution Box Fuse/RelayFuse/Relay Power Distribution BoxRoadside Emergencies Fuse AmpRoadside Emergencies Relay modulesInstrument panel relay module Roadside Emergencies Relay locationEngine compartment relay module DescriptionRoadside Emergencies CHANGING A FLAT TIREDissimilar spare tire/wheel information Roadside Emergencies Spare tire informationTo remove the spare tire Roadside Emergencies Tire change procedurePreparing to change the tire Roadside Emergencies Replacing the tire Roadside EmergenciesDo not place the jack under or on the steering linkage Rear axle jacking points - E-350 Dual Rear Wheel DRW and E-450Front axle jacking points Roadside EmergenciesStowing the flat/spare tire Roadside EmergenciesWheel lug nut torque Wheel lug nut torque specificationsBolt size Roadside EmergenciesJUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Roadside Emergencies1. Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle Connecting the jumper cablesPreparing your vehicle Roadside Emergencies2. Connect the other end of the positive + cable to the positive + terminal of the assisting battery Roadside EmergenciesJump starting Roadside EmergenciesRemoving the jumper cables Roadside Emergencies3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive + terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery Roadside EmergenciesWRECKER TOWING Roadside EmergenciesAway from home GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At homeCustomer Assistance Customer Assistance Customer Assistance FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLANTHE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD U.S. ONLY Customer Assistance What kinds of cases does the Board review?Board membership Customer Assistance What the Board needsOral presentations UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY Making a decisionTo request a DSB Brochure/Application Customer AssistanceGETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Customer AssistanceObtaining a French owner’s guide ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATUREFor a free publication catalog, order toll free IN CALIFORNIA U.S. ONLYREPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U.S. ONLY Customer AssistanceWAXING CleaningWASHING THE EXTERIOR ENGINE PAINT CHIPSALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS CleaningCleaning PLASTIC NON-PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTSWINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES INTERIOR INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENSINTERIOR TRIM CleaningFORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPEDUNDERBODY CleaningCleaning Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC-15PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance and SpecificationsSERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS Working with the engine offEngine compartment component locations OPENING THE HOODIDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Maintenance and SpecificationsWINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Maintenance and SpecificationsENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Maintenance and SpecificationsAdding engine oil Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications Engine oil and filter recommendationsUse SAE 5W-20 engine oil BATTERY Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brakeENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant Enables calibrated gauges to work properlyRETURN 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the followingAdding engine coolant Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications make it difficult to see through the windshieldRecycled engine coolant Maintenance and SpecificationsIt may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50% Coolant refill capacitySevere climates NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%How fail-safe cooling works When fail-safe mode is activatedWhat you should know about fail-safe cooling if equipped Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications Important safety precautionsWHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Maintenance and Specifications Always turn off the vehicle before fuelingFuel Filler Cap Maintenance and SpecificationsFuel quality Choosing the right fuelOctane recommendations Maintenance and SpecificationsFuel Filter Cleaner airRunning out of fuel ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniquesMaintenance and Specifications Calculating fuel economyCalculation 2 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Habits MaintenanceDriving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Maintenance and SpecificationsEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ConditionsEPA window sticker Maintenance and SpecificationsOn board diagnostics OBD-II Maintenance and SpecificationsReadiness for Inspection/Maintenance I/M testing Maintenance and SpecificationsCHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Maintenance and SpecificationsTRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRDRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Maintenance and SpecificationsHigh fluid level Low fluid levelCorrect fluid level Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsAn overfill condition of Maintenance and Specifications AIR FILTER MAINTENANCEAutomatic transmission fluid filter if equipped INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature AChanging the air filter element Maintenance and SpecificationsTraction AA A B C Temperature A B CTreadwear Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications TIRESGlossary of tire terminology Maintenance and Specifications INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLInformation on “P” type tires Maintenance and Specifications Letter ratingSpeed rating - km/h mph 12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual aTIRE CARE Information on “T” type tiresLocation of the tire label Tire inflation pressureMaintenance and Specifications To check the pressure in your tiresTire inflation information Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications Tire and wheel alignmentTire rotation Maintenance and Specifications Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles front tires at top of diagramTire wear Maintenance and SpecificationsMaintenance and Specifications Tire Replacement RequirementsSafety practices Maintenance and Specifications Highway hazardsSNOW TIRES AND CHAINS 4.6L V8 engine MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent1 6.8LFluid Refer to the Power Stroke Direct Injection TurboREFILL CAPACITIES Ford PartFluid Maintenance and SpecificationsRefer to the Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Ford PartFord Part Maintenance and SpecificationsFluid ApplicationFord Part Maintenance and SpecificationsFluid ApplicationMaintenance and Specifications 1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicleFord part LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSspecification FordFord part Maintenance and Specificationsspecification Ford partFord part Maintenance and Specificationsspecification Ford part5.4L ENGINE DATA4.6L 6.8L V10 engineE-250 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Van/wagon modelsE-150 E-350Body style DimensionCutaway/commercial stripped chassis models E-450Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERComplete Ford built vehicles Body styleTRUCK APPLICATION Certification label for incomplete vehiclesTRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS Manual transmissionElectric CodeTransmission Description PASSENGER CAR APPLICATIONNot all accessories are available for all models AccessoriesGENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE Exterior styleAccessories Interior styleLifestyle Peace of mind AccessoriesIndex dipstick Indexsee Lamps see Fuel economy IndexGas cap see Fuel cap replacing bulbsIndex specifications chartside view mirrors power Jump-starting your vehicleServicing your vehicle Safety seats for childrenIndex see Changing the TireWater, Driving through powerIndex wipers

Seating and Safety Restraints	75

Seating	75
Safety restraints	81
Air bags	91
Child restraints	95

Driving	111

Starting	111
Brakes	114
Transmission operation	118
Vehicle loading	125
Trailer towing	128
Recreational towing	139

Roadside Emergencies	140

Getting roadside assistance	140
Hazard flasher switch	141
Fuel pump shut-off switch	141
Fuses and relays	143
Changing tires	151
Jump starting	159
Wrecker towing	165

Customer Assistance	166

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	174

Cleaning	175

Underbody preservation	179

Ford AM/FM stereo manual Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving, Roadside Emergencies, Cleaning

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