1. 1. Table of ContentsIntroductory Information ............................... 1Safety Restraints ............................................ 11Starting Your F-Series .................................. 49Warning Lights and Gauges ....................... 63Instrument Panel Controls .......................... 79Steering Column Controls .......................... 95Features .......................................................... 109Electronic Sound Systems ......................... 139Driving Your F-Series ................................ 169Roadside Emergencies ................................ 253Customer Assistance ................................... 281Reporting Safety Defects........................ 288Accessories .................................................... 293Servicing Your F-Series ............................. 301
2. 2. 1Introductory InformationFords Commitment to YouAt Ford Motor Company, excellence is thecontinuous commitment to achieve the bestresult possible. It is dedication to learning whatyou want, determination to develop the rightconcept, and execution of that concept with care,precision, and attention to detail. In short,excellence means being the standard by whichothers are judged.Our Guiding PrinciplesqQuality comes first. For your satisfaction, thequality of our products and services must beour number one priority.qYou are the focus of everything we do. Ourwork must be done with you in mind,providing better products and services thanour competition.qContinuous improvement is essential to oursuccess. We must strive for excellence ineverything we do: in our products in theirsafety and value and in our services, ourhuman relations, our competitiveness, andour profitability.qEmployee involvement is our way of life.We are a team. We must treat one anotherwith trust and respect.qDealers and suppliers are our partners. Wemust maintain mutually beneficialrelationships with dealers, suppliers, and ourother business associates.
3. 3. qIntegrity is never compromised. Our conductworldwide must be pursued in a manner thatis socially responsible and commands respectfor its integrity and for its positivecontributions to society.Things to Know About UsingThis GuideCongratulations on the purchase of your newvehicle. This guide has information about theequipment and the options for your new vehicle.You may not have bought all of the optionsavailable to you. If you do not know whichinformation applies to your vehicle, talk to yourdealer.This guide describes equipment and givesspecifications for equipment that was in effectwhen this guide was approved for printing. Fordmay discontinue models or change specificationsor design without any notice and withoutincurring obligation.NOTES and WARNINGSNOTES give you additional information aboutthe subject matter you are referencing.WARNINGS remind you to be especially carefulin those areas where carelessness can causedamage to your vehicle or personal injury toyourself, your passengers or other people. Pleaseread all WARNINGS carefully.2RWARNING
4. 4. Finding Information in This GuideAfter you have read this guide once, you willprobably return to it when you have a specificquestion or need additional information. To helpyou find specific information quickly, you canuse the table of contents or the index.The Quick Index at the end of the bookprovides a page number following each itemwhich indicates where detailed information canbe found.This guide has a table of contents at thebeginning of the book to show chapter titles.To use the Index, turn to the back of the bookand search in the alphabetical listing for theword that best describes the information youneed. If the word you chose is not listed, thinkof other related words and look them up. Wehave designed the Index so that you can findinformation under a technical term.Canadian Owners French VersionFrench Owner Guides can be obtained from yourdealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company ofCanada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.Your Maintenance Schedule andRecord BookletThe Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet liststhe services that are most important for keepingyour vehicle in good condition. A record log isalso provided to help you keep track of allservices performed.3
5. 5. About the WarrantiesYour vehicle is covered by three types ofwarranties: Basic Vehicle Warranty, ExtendedWarranties on certain parts, and EmissionsWarranties.Read your Warranty Information Booklet carefullyto find out about your vehicles warranties andyour basic rights and responsibilities.If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, youcan get a new one free of charge. Contact anyFord or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to theaddresses and phone numbers on the first pageof this owner guide.Buying a Ford Extended Service PlanIf you bought your vehicle in the U.S., you canbuy a Ford Extended Service Plan for yourvehicle. This optional contract provides serviceprotection for a longer period of time than thebasic warranty that comes with your vehicle.You do not have to buy this option when youbuy your vehicle. However, your option topurchase the Ford Extended Service Plan runsout after 18 months or 18,000 miles. See yourdealer for more details about the Ford ExtendedService Plan.If you purchased a Canadian vehicle and did nottake advantage of the Ford Extended ServicePlan at the time of purchase, you may still beeligible. See your dealer for the details.4
6. 6. Special NoticesNOTICE TO OWNERS OFFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLESAs with other vehicles of this type, failure tooperate this vehicle correctly may result in lossof control or an accident. Be sure to read theAdditional Special Driving Instructions forFour-Wheel Drive Vehicle Operators, in this bookand the special supplement included withfour-wheel drive vehicles entitled 4-Wheeling withFord.NOTICE TO OWNERS OFLIGHT TRUCK AMBULANCECONVERSIONSIf your light truck is equipped with the FordAmbulance Preparation Package, it can beutilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulancemanufacturers to follow the recommendations ofthe Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, FordTruck Body Builders Layout Book, and theQVM Guidelines as well as pertinentsupplements. For further information, please callthe Light Truck Body Builders Advisory Serviceon 1-800-635-5560.Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance,without the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage voids the Ford New Vehicle LimitedWarranty and may void the EmissionsWarranties. In addition, ambulance usagewithout the preparation package could causehigh underbody temperatures, overpressurizedfuel, and a risk of spraying fuel which couldlead to fires. If your light truck is equipped withthe Ford Ambulance Preparation Package it willsay so on its information decal. The decal islocated on the drivers side door pillar or on the5
7. 7. rear edge of the drivers door. You candetermine whether the ambulance manufacturerfollowed Fords recommendations by directlycontacting that manufacturer. NOTE: FordAmbulance Preparation Package is onlyavailable on certain 7.3L Diesel Econoline andF-Series vehicles.NOTICE TO OWNERS OFDIESEL-POWERED VEHICLESRead the 7.3L Diesel Engine Owners GuideSupplement for information regarding correctoperation and maintenance of yourdiesel-powered light truck.Your Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN)Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is thesame as the warranty number that appears onyour owner card. You should include thisnumber any time you write to Ford MotorCompany about your vehicle.The Vehicle Identification Number is attached toyour vehicle in the following places:Complete Ford Built Vehiclesqon the metal tag attached to the top of the6instrument panel on the drivers side youcan see the tag by looking through thewindshield from outside your vehicle.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN/Serial Number)
8. 8. qon the Safety Compliance Certification Label this label is attached to the left front doorlock facing or the door latch post pillar. It isrequired by the National Highway TrafficSafety Administration and is made of specialmaterial. If someone tampers with it, it willbe destroyed and/or a destruction patternwill appear.The label contains the name of the manufacturer,the month and year of manufacture, thecertification statement and the VehicleIdentification Number. The label also containsGross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross AxleWeight Ratings, wheel and tire data andinformation codes for additional vehicle data.For further information about the SafetyCompliance Certification Label and theinformation contained on it, refer to the Index.Incomplete VehiclesOn completed derivations of incomplete vehicles,the Safety Compliance Certification Label isaffixed at a location determined by a subsequentstage manufacturer of the completed vehicle. Inthese cases the completed vehicle ismanufactured in two (or more) stages by two (ormore) separate manufacturers, with themanufacture of the completed vehicle occurringat a later date than the manufacture of theincomplete vehicle. Consequently, the modelyear of the completed vehicle may be later thanthe model year of its chassis.Federal Highway AdministrationRegulationRegulations such as those issued by the FederalHighway Administration or issued pursuant tothe Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA),and/or state and local laws and regulations may7
9. 9. require additional equipment for the way youintend to use the vehicle. It is the responsibilityof the registered owner to determine theapplicability of such laws and regulations toyour intended use for the vehicle, and toarrange for the installation of requiredequipment. Your Ford dealer has informationabout the availability of many items ofequipment which may be ordered for yourvehicle.Breaking Your Vehicle InYour new vehicle goes through an adjustment orbreak-in period during the first 1,000 miles(1,600 km) that you drive it. During the break-inperiod, you need to pay careful attention to howyou drive your vehicle.qAvoid sudden stops. Because your vehicle8has new brake linings, you should take thesesteps:Watch traffic carefully so that you cananticipate when to stop.Begin braking well in advance.Apply the brakes gradually.The break-in period for new brake liningslasts for 100 miles (160 km) of city driving or1,000 miles (1,600 km) of highway driving.qWheel lug nuts must be retightened to propertorque specifications at 500 miles/800 km ofnew vehicle operation. Proper torquespecifications are provided in this guide. Alsoretighten to proper torque specification at 500miles/800 km after any wheel change or anyother time the wheel lug nuts have beenloosened.
10. 10. 9qUse only the type of engine oil that Fordrecommends. See Engine oil recommendationsin the Index. Do not use special break-inoils.Cleaning the Outside of YourVehicleWashing and Polishing Your VehicleWash the outside of your vehicle, including theunderside, with a mild detergent.DO NOT:qWash your vehicle with hot waterqWash your vehicle while it sits in directsunlightqWash your vehicle while the body is hotPollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damagethe paint, especially in hot weather. Wash yourvehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean.Take similar precautions if your vehicle isexposed to chemical industrial fallout.Paint damage resulting from fallout is notrelated to a defect in paint materials orworkmanship and therefore is not covered bywarranty. Ford, however, believes that continualimprovement in customer satisfaction is a highpriority. For this reason, Ford has authorizedtheir dealers to repair, at no charge to theowner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged byenvironmental fallout within 12 months or 12,000miles (20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comesfirst. Customers may be required to bring theirvehicle in for inspection by a Fordrepresentative.Polish your vehicle to remove harmful depositsand protect the finish.
11. 11. Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum PartsWash chrome and aluminum parts with thesame detergent you use to wash the vehiclebody, such as Ford Premium Car WashConcentrate. You can use Ford Extra StrengthTar and Road Oil Remover or equivalent toclean grease, oil, and tar from chrome-platedparts, including wheelcovers, aluminum wheels,bumpers, or anodized aluminum parts.Cleaning Plastic PartsSome of your vehicles exterior trim parts areplastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover ifnecessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routinecleaning.Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solventsor petroleum-based cleaners.If you have your vehicle rustproofed, removeoversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oilremover. If rustproofing is not removed fromplastic and rubber parts, it can causedeterioration.10
12. 12. 11Safety RestraintsImportant Safety Belt InformationThe use of safety belts helps to restrain you andyour passengers in case of a collision. In moststates and in Canada the law requires their use.Safety belts provide best restraint when:qthe seatback is uprightqthe occupant is sitting upright (not slouched)qthe lap belt is snug and low on the hipsqthe shoulder belt is snug against the chestqthe knees are straight forwardTo help you remember to fasten your safety belt,a warning light may come on and a chime maysound. See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime inthe Warning Lights and Gauges chapter.See the following sections in this chapter fordirections on how to properly use these safetybelts. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in thischapter for special instructions about usingsafety belts for children.RWARNINGMake sure that you and your passengerswear safety belts. Always drive and ridewith your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.
13. 13. 12RWARNINGPassengers should not be allowed to ridein the cargo area. Persons not riding in aseat with a fastened seat belt are muchmore likely to suffer serious injury in acollision. Cargo should always be securedto prevent it from shifting and causingdamage to the vehicle or harm topassengers.RWARNINGNever let a passenger hold a child on hisor her lap while the vehicle is moving.The passenger cannot protect the childfrom injury in a collision.RWARNINGTo reduce the risk of serious injury in acollision, children should always ride withthe seatback upright.RWARNINGNever wear the shoulder belt under thearm. Never swing it around the neck overthe inside shoulder. Never use a singlebelt for more than one person or acrossmore than one seating position. Eachseating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which ismade up of one buckle and one tonguethat are designed to be used as a pair.Failure to follow these precautions couldincrease the risk and/or severity of injuryin a collision.
14. 14. 13RWARNINGLock the doors of your vehicle beforedriving to lessen the risk of the doorcoming open in a collision.Your vehicle is equipped with a dual lockingmode retractor on the shoulder belt portion ofthe combination lap/shoulder safety belt forfront seat passenger and rear seat outboardpassengers.Dual Locking Mode RetractorsVehicle Sensitive (Emergency) Locking ModeIn this operating mode, the shoulder beltretractor will allow the occupant freedom ofmovement, locking tight only on hard braking,hard cornering or impacts of approximately5 mph (8 km/h) or more.The front seat belt retractor can also be made tolock by pulling/jerking on the belt.Automatic Locking ModeIn this operating mode, the shoulder beltretractor will be automatically locked and remainlocked when the combination lap/shouldersafety belt is buckled, and does not allow theoccupant freedom of movement. This modeprovides the following:qA tight lap/shoulder belt fit on occupantqChild seat/infant carrier installation restraintRWARNINGRear-facing infant seats should never beplaced in the front seat.This mode must be used when installing a childseat on the front passenger seat and rearoutboard seats where dual locking retractors areprovided.
15. 15. To switch the retractor from the emergencylocking mode to the automatic locking mode,perform the following steps:1. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt.2. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and14pull downward until all of the belt isextracted, and when allowed to retract, aclicking sound will be heard. At this time,the belt retractor is in the automatic lockingmode (child restraint mode).3. A clicking sound will continue to be heardas the belt is allowed to retract. Thisindicates that the retractor is in theautomatic locking mode.NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulderbelt is unbuckled and allowed toretract completely, the retractor willswitch back to the vehicle sensitive(emergency) locking mode. See thedetailed instructions under Safety Seatsfor Children in this chapter.Combination Lap and ShoulderBeltsWhile your vehicle is in motion, the combinationlap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement.However, if you brake hard, corner hard or ifyour truck receives an impact of 5 mph(8 km/h) or more, the combination lap/shoulderbelt locks and helps reduce your forwardmovement. The front seat belt systems can alsobe made to lock by jerking on the shoulder belt.NOTE: The rear belts cannot be made to lockup by jerking on shoulder belt.
16. 16. After you get into your vehicle, close the doorand lock it. Then adjust the seat to the positionthat suits you best.To fasten the beltPull the combination lap/shoulder belt from theretractor so that the shoulder portion of the beltcrosses your shoulder and chest. Be sure the beltis not twisted. If it is, remove the twist. Insertthe belt tongue into the proper buckle until youhear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure thetongue is securely fastened to the buckle bypulling on tongue.15RWARNINGUse the shoulder belt on the outsideshoulder only. Never wear the shoulderbelt under the arm. Never swing it aroundthe neck over the inside shoulder. Neveruse a single belt for more than oneperson. Failure to follow these precautionscould increase the risk and/or severity ofinjury in a collision.
17. 17. To tighten the lap portion of the belt, pull up onthe shoulder belt until it fits you snugly. Thebelt should rest as low on your hips as possible.16RWARNINGUse the shoulder belt on the outsideshoulder only. Never wear the shoulderbelt under the arm. Never swing it aroundthe neck over the inside shoulder. Neveruse a single belt for more than oneperson. Failure to follow these precautionscould increase the risk and/or severity ofinjury in a collision.Due to folding rear seats, sometimes the bucklesand tongues toward the center of the vehiclemay be hidden by the rear edge of the seatcushion. Pull them out so they will be accessible.While you are fastened in the seat belt, thecombination lap and shoulder belt adjusts toyour movement. However, if you brake hard,turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impactof 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the lap andshoulder belt will become locked and helpreduce your forward movement.Adjustable Lap Belts Without RetractorsThe lap belts for center side facing (Jump seat)do not have retractors, but do have a lockingadjustable tongue. They should be shortened andfastened to buckle when you are not using them.To lengthen your belt, tip the belt tongue at aright angle to the belt and pull the belt overyour lap until the tongue reaches the buckle.
18. 18. Fastening occupant safety lap beltsTo fasten the belt, pull the belt across your hipsand insert the tongue into the correct buckle onyour seat until you hear a snap and feel it latch.Make sure the buckle is securely fastened bypulling tongue.Adjust the belt so that it fits snugly and as lowas possible around the hips:qIf you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it17and repeat the procedure above.qIf you need to shorten the belt, pull on theloose end of the webbing.To unfasten the belt:1. Push the release button on the buckle. Thisallows the tongue to unlatch from thebuckle.
19. 19. 18DUnfastening the outboard lap/shoulder belts2. While the belt retracts, guide the tongue toits stowed position. If you do not guide thetongue, it may strike you or part of thevehicle.How to Untwist or Unjam a Safety BeltRetractorIf you should jam the lap belt retractor byallowing the belt to retract when it is twisted,you can free the webbing with this procedure:1. Pull on the belt with both hands to tighten iton the retractor spool.2. Feed the belt back into the retractor until itis completely retracted. Repeat previous stepif necessary.3. Pull the belt out of the retractor as far as itwill go and untwist the belt or remove theobject that is jamming the belt. Let the beltretract.4. Then, pull the belt out and let it retractseveral times to make sure that the beltworks properly.
20. 20. 19Procedure to Correct a Twisted SafetyShoulder Belt at the D Ring (if soequipped) Front and/or Rear OutboardSeating PositionsNOTE: The restraint system shown in thefollowing figures may be different thanthe restraint system in your vehicle.However, use these figures and thisprocedure to correct a twisted safetyshoulder belt at any outboard seatingposition that has a D ring.
21. 21. 1. Grasp the belt webbing at the D ring. See20Figure 2.2. Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itselfas required to remove the twist.3. Feed the folded portion of the belt throughthe D ring.
22. 22. 4. When completed, the safety belt should look21like Figure 3.Safety Belt Extension AssemblyFor some people, the safety belt may be tooshort even when it is fully extended. You canadd about eight inches (20 cm) to the belt lengthwith a safety belt extension assembly (partnumber 611C22). Safety belt extensions areavailable at no cost from your dealer.Use only extensions manufactured by the samesupplier as the safety belt. Manufactureridentification is located at the end of the webbingon the label. Also, use the safety belt extensiononly if the safety belt is too short for you whenfully extended. Do not use extension to change thefit of the shoulder belt across the torso.
23. 23. 22RWARNINGFailure to follow these instructions willaffect the performance of the safety beltsand increase the risk of personal injury.Safety Belt MaintenanceCheck your safety belt system periodically tomake sure that it works properly and isntdamaged. If the webbing shows any wear, nicksor cuts, have it examined by a qualifiedtechnician to determine if replacement isnecessary. Always have your safety belt systemchecked after a collision by a qualifiedtechnician.All safety belt assemblies, including retractors,buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies(slide bar) (if so equipped), child safety seattether bracket assemblies (if so equipped), andattaching hardware, should be inspected afterany collision. Ford recommends that all safetybelt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collisionwas minor and a qualified technician finds thatthe belts do not show damage and continue tooperate properly, they do not need to bereplaced. Safety belt assemblies not in useduring a collision should also be inspected andreplaced if either damage or improper operationis noted.Cleaning the Safety BeltsClean the safety belts with any mild soapsolution that is recommended for cleaningupholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye thebelt webbing because this may weaken it.
24. 24. Air Bag Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS)Driver air bag (F-150 F-250 under 8500lbs. only)Your vehicle is equipped with a driver side airbag supplemental restraint system located in thesteering wheel and identified by the lettersSRS in the center of the wheel.The driver air bag is a Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS), provided in addition to the driverlap/shoulder belt, and is designed tosupplement the protection provided to aproperly belted driver in moderate to severefrontal collisions. The supplemental air bagsystem does not provide restraint to the lowerbody.The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts23RWARNINGSafety belts must be worn by all vehicleoccupants to be properly restrained andhelp reduce the risk of injury in acollision.RWARNINGAll occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should always wear their safetybelts, even when an air bag SupplementalRestraint System is provided.
25. 25. There are four very important reasons to usesafety belts even with an air bag system. Useyour safety belts to:qhelp keep you in the proper seating position(away from the air bag) when it inflatesqreduce the risk of harm in rollover, side orrear impact collisions, because an air bag isnot designed to inflate in such situationsqreduce the risk of harm in frontal collisionsthat are not severe enough to activate thesupplemental air bagqreduce the risk of being thrown from yourvehicleThe Importance of Being Properly SeatedIn a collision, the air bag must inflate extremelyfast to help provide additional protection foryou. In order to do this, the air bag must inflatewith considerable force. If you are not seated ina normal riding position with your back againstthe seatback, the air bag may not protect youproperly and could possibly hurt you as itinflates.24RWARNINGDo not place objects or mount equipmenton or near the air bag cover on thesteering wheel or in front seat areas thatmay come in contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow this instruction mayincrease the risk of personal injury in theevent of a collision.
26. 26. How the Air Bag Supplemental RestraintSystem OperatesThe air bag supplemental restraint system hastwo main parts. One part is the air bag systemwith the driver air bag and inflator located inthe center of the steering wheel. The second partis the electrical system, which has impactsensors, and a diagnostic module, and backuppower supply. The diagnostic module monitorsits own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system readiness, including theimpact sensors, the system wiring, the air bagsystem readiness light, air bag power, and theair bag ignitor.25The location of the air bag and warning label
27. 27. The air bag system uses a readiness light and atone to indicate the condition of the system. Thereadiness light is in the instrument cluster. Whenyou turn the ignition to the ON position, thislight will illuminate for approximately six (6)seconds and then turn off. This indicates that thesystem is operating normally. NOTE:Maintenance of the air bag system is notrequired.A problem with the system is indicated by oneor more of the following: the readiness light willeither flash or stay lit, or it will not light, or agroup of five beeps will be heard.26RWARNINGIf any of these things happen, evenintermittently, have the air bag systemserviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercurydealer immediately.Tone generatorThe air bag readiness light indicates the air bagsystem condition. However, a series of five setsof five beeps will be heard only if the readinesslight does not work and there is a problem withthe air bag system. This also means that the AirBag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is inneed of service. The tone pattern will repeat(five sets of five beeps) periodically until theproblem and light are repaired. Unless serviced,the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System maynot function properly in the event of a collision.RWARNINGDo not attempt to service, repair, ormodify the Air Bag SupplementalRestraint System or its fuses. See yourFord or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
28. 28. The air bag system is designed to stay out ofsight until it is activated. The air bag system isdesigned to deploy in frontal and front-angledcollisions more severe than hitting a parkedvehicle of similar size and weight head-on atabout 28 mph (45 km/h). Because the systemsenses the crash severity rather than vehiclespeed, some frontal collisions at speeds above28 mph (45 km/h) will not inflate the air bag.The system activates when the sensors detect aforward deceleration equal to or greater than thedeceleration experienced if you would driveyour vehicle into a solid wall at 14 mph. Insome side impacts, the forward deceleration ofyour vehicle can be great enough to deploy yourair bag.The following four steps show how the air bagsystem works:1. Sensors in the vehicle will detect the degree27of severity of a frontal impact. When thesensor system is activated, electric currentflows to the inflator and the system ignitesthe gas generant.2. The propellant then rapidly burns in themetal container. The rapid burning producesnitrogen gas and small amounts of dust. Thenitrogen gas and dust are cooled and filteredduring inflation of the air bag.3. The inflating supplemental air bag splitsopen the trim cover. The supplemental airbag then rapidly unfolds and inflates in frontof the driver.NOTE: STEPS 1-3 TAKE PLACE IN AFRACTION OF A SECOND.
29. 29. 4. After inflation, the gas empties through holes28in the air bag. The air bag deflates at once.The surface of the air bags and the vehicleinterior may be dusted with a powdery residue.The powder is cornstarch or talcum powder,which is used to lubricate the air bag as itinflates, and sodium compounds such as sodiumcarbonates (e.g., baking soda), and possibly avery small amount of sodium hydroxide thatmay be irritating to the skin and eyes, but is nottoxic.Right after air bag inflation, you may noticesmoke (from the powder and dust) and smellthe burnt propellant. This is normal.RWARNINGAir bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them afterinflation.Air bags may not inflate in certain frontalcollisions, even though the vehicle may be badlydamaged. The fact that your air bag did notinflate in such a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the air bag system.Rather, it means the crash forces were not severeenough to need an air bag to prevent seriousinjury.
30. 30. 29Inflated driver side air bagRWARNINGIf the air bag is inflated, THE AIR BAGWILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN ANDMUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. Ifthe air bag is not replaced, the unrepairedarea will increase the risk of injury in acollision.
31. 31. Disposal of supplemental air bag equippedvehiclesFor disposal of air bags or air bag equippedvehicles, see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercurydealer, or refer to the procedures in the 1995Ford Service Manual. Information on how toorder a service manual is available at anauthorized Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Youcan also order a service manual using the orderform in the Accessories chapter of your OwnerGuide.Service and information labelsService and information labels are attached tothe sun visors, the headliner above the sunvisors (Canadian vehicles), and the radiatorsupport in the engine compartment.30
32. 32. 31The label located on the back of the drivers sun visor
33. 33. Label on radiator support in the engine compartmentSafety Restraints for ChildrenIn the U.S. and Canada, you are required by lawto use safety restraints for children. If smallchildren ride in your vehicle this generallyincludes children who are four years old oryounger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) orless you must put them in safety seats thatare made specially for children. Safety beltsalone do not provide maximum protection forthese children. Check your local and state lawsfor specific requirements.32RWARNINGNever let a passenger hold a child on hisor her lap while the vehicle is moving.The passenger cannot protect the childfrom injury in a collision.
34. 34. 33RWARNINGPassengers should not be allowed to ridein the cargo area. Persons not riding in aseat with a fastened seat belt are muchmore likely to suffer serious injury in acollision. Cargo should always be securedto prevent it from shifting and causingdamage to the vehicle or harm topassengers.RWARNINGCarefully follow all of the manufacturersinstructions included with the safety seatyou put in your vehicle. If you do notinstall and use the safety seat properly,the child may be injured in a sudden stopor collision.When possible, put children in the rear seat ofyour vehicle. Accident statistics suggest thatchildren are safer when properly restrained inthe rear seating positions than in the frontseating positions.RWARNINGDo not install a child seat in a centerfacing jump seat.RWARNINGSafety belts and seats can become hot in avehicle that has been closed up in sunnyweather; they could burn a small child.Check seat covers and buckles before youplace a child anywhere near them.
35. 35. 34RWARNINGNever leave a child unattended in yourvehicle.Safety Belts for ChildrenChildren who are too large for child safety seatsshould always wear safety belts. (See instructionswith your child seat, or contact its manufacturer,to determine maximum size of child that willsafely fit in the seat.)RWARNINGIf safety belts are not properly worn andadjusted as described, the risk of seriousinjury to the child in a collision will bemuch greater.If the shoulder belt portion of one of the lap andshoulder belts can be positioned so that it doesnot cross or rest in front of the childs face orneck, the child should wear the lap and shoulderbelt. Moving the child closer to the center of thevehicle may help provide a good shoulder beltfit.RWARNINGIf the shoulder belt cannot be properlypositioned, move the child to one of theseats with a lap belt only (preferably in arear seat) and use the lap belt.Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap andshoulder belts should always be worn snuglyand below the hips, touching the childs thighs.
36. 36. 35RWARNINGTo reduce the risk of serious injury in acollision, children should always ride withthe seatback upright.Safety Seats for ChildrenUse a safety seat that is recommended for thesize and weight of the child. Always follow thesafety seat manufacturers instructions wheninstalling and using the safety seat.Ford recommends the use of a child safety seathaving a top tether strap. Install the child safetyseat in a seating position which is capable ofproviding a tether anchorage. For moreinformation on top tether straps see AttachingSafety Seats With Tether Straps in this chapter.When installing a child safety seat, be sure touse the correct safety belt buckle for that seatingposition making sure the tongue is securelyfastened in the buckle and for a shoulder/lapbelt combination with a sliding tongue makesure the retractor is in the automatic lockingmode.All child restraint systems are designed to besecured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by thelap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.RWARNINGIf you do not properly secure the safetyseat, the child occupying the seat may beinjured during a collision or sudden stop.An unsecured safety seat could also injureother passengers.
37. 37. 36RWARNINGCarefully follow all of the manufacturersinstructions included with the safety seatyou put in your vehicle. If you do notinstall and use the safety seat properly,the child may be injured in a sudden stopor collision.RWARNINGSeatbacks should be upright for use withchild safety seats.RWARNINGAlways keep the buckle release buttonpointing upward and away from the childseat, with the tongue between the childseat and the release button as shown inthe following illustration.
38. 38. Installing Child Safety SeatsYour vehicle is equipped with a dual lockingmode retractor on the shoulder belt portion ofthe combination lap/shoulder safety belt for thefront seat passenger and a dual-locking moderetractor for rear outboard passengers.If you choose to install a forward-facing childsafety seat or infant carrier in the front seatingpositions, move vehicle seat as far back aspossible.For seating positions equipped with adual-locking mode retractor, use the followingprocedure:1. Position the child seat in the center of the37passenger seat.2. Pull down on shoulder belt, then graspshoulder belt and lap belt together. Figure 1.
39. 39. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt38portions together, route the tongue throughthe child seat according to the child seatmanufacturers instructions. See Figure 2. Besure that the belt webbing is not twisted.
40. 40. Routing the lap/shoulder belt4. Insert the belt tongue into the buckle for thatseating position until you hear and feel thelatch engage. Figure 3. Make sure tongue islatched securely to buckle by pulling ontongue.39
41. 41. Buckling the belt5. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and40pull downward until all of the belt isextracted and a click is heard. At this time,the retractor is in the automatic lockingmode (child seat restraint mode). Figure 4.NOTE: The dual-locking mode retractor mustbe in the automatic locking mode toproperly restrain a child.
42. 42. 41Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode6. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on theshoulder webbing. A clicking sound will beheard as the belt retracts. This indicates theretractor is in the automatic locking mode.Push down on the child seat while you pullup on the belt to remove any slack in thebelt. Figures 5 and 6.
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44. 44. 437. Before placing the child in the child seat,forcibly tilt the seat from side to side, andtug it forward to make sure that the seat issecurely held in place, Figure 7.Checking that the seat is secure
45. 45. 8. Double check that the retractor is in the44automatic locking mode. Try to pull morebelt out of the retractor. If you cannot, thebelt is in the automatic locking mode,Figure 8.Checking the retractor9. Check to make sure that the child seat isproperly secured prior to each use. If theretractor is not locked, repeat steps 4through 7.To remove the retractor from automatic lockmode, allow webbing to retract fully to itsstowed position and the retractor willautomatically switch back to the vehicle sensitivelocking mode for normal adult usage.
46. 46. 45Installing a Child Safety Seat at the RearCenter Seating Position with LockingAdjustable Lap Belt1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt,hold the tongue so that its bottom isperpendicular to the direction of webbingwhile sliding the tongue up the webbing.2. Place the child safety seat in the centerseating position.3. Route the tongue and webbing through thechild seat according to the child seatmanufacturers instructions.4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper bucklefor the center seating position until you heara snap and feel it latch. Make sure thetongue is securely fastened to the buckle bypulling on tongue.5. Push down on the child seat while pullingon the loose end of the lap belt webbing totighten the belt.6. Before placing the child into child seat,forcibly tilt the child seat from side-to-sideand in forward directions to ensure that theseat is held securely in place. If the childseat moves excessively, repeat steps 5through 6, or properly install the child seatin a different seating position.
47. 47. Attaching Safety Seats With Tether StrapsGeneral InstructionsSome manufacturers make safety seats thatinclude an upper tether strap that goes over theseatback and attaches to an anchoring point.Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as anaccessory. Contact the manufacturer of yourchild safety seat for information about orderinga tether strap.You can install a tether strap anchor bracket tothe cab inner back panel by using a tetheranchor bracket kit (613D74) available at nocharge from any Ford dealer.Read and follow the instructions provided withthe kit carefully for installation of the childtether strap anchor.Follow the child seat manufacturers instructionsto attach the tether strap to the tether bracket.Ford recommends placement of tethered safetyseats in a rear seating position (Crew Cab andSuper Cab with forward facing rear seat only)with the tether strap installed to the tetheranchoring point as shown in the instructionsprovided with the child tether strap anchor kit.46RWARNINGOnly use the tether attachment holelocations shown in the illustrations. Thetether anchor may not perform properly ifthe wrong mounting location is used.
48. 48. If a tethered seat is installed in the front seat,Ford recommends placement of the tetheredsafety seat in the center front seating position,with the tether strap secured to the center rearlap belt tongue or to the webbing of the buckledcenter rear lap belt behind the child safety seat.The rear lap/shoulder safety belts should not beused to secure the tether strap of a safety seatlocated in the front seat.47RWARNINGFailure to follow these precautions couldincrease the chance of injury in anaccident.In SuperCabs equipped with center facing jumpseats, the tether strap anchor bracket should beinstalled only at the center of the cabs backpanel with the child seat in the front centerseating position. Installing an anchor bracket atthe right rear of the cab may increase risk ofinjury to an occupant of the right rear centerfacing jump seat in the event of a collision orsudden stop. If a tethered child seat is installedin the right front seating position, secure thetether strap to the webbing of the buckled rightrear lap belt.RWARNINGDo not install a child seat in a centerfacing jump seat.
49. 49. 49Starting Your F-SeriesIgnitionUnderstanding the Positions of the IgnitionThe positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder.ON allows you to test your vehicles warninglights (except the brake system warning light) tomake sure they work before you start theengine. The key returns to the ON position oncethe engine is started and remains in this positionwhile the engine runs.START cranks the engine. Release the key oncethe engine starts so that you do not damage thestarter. The key should return to ON when yourelease it. The START position also allows youto test the brake warning light.OFF allows you to shut off the engine and allaccessories without locking the steering wheel orthe automatic transmission gearshift lever.LOCK locks the steering wheel. It also locks thegearshift if your vehicles gearshift is on thecolumn.
50. 50. 50RWARNINGLOCK position does not lock the gearshifton floor-mounted gearshifts. If theparking brake is not set and the gearshiftis moved out of Park (automatictransmission) or out of gear (manualtransmission), your vehicle may moveunexpectedly.With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicleis free to move with either the automatictransmission in P (Park) or with the manualtransmission in any driving gear.RWARNINGDo not leave the vehicle unattended withthe transfer case in the N (Neutral)position. Always set the parking brakefully and turn off the ignition whenleaving the vehicle.LOCK is the only position that allows you toremove the key. The LOCK feature helps toprotect your vehicle from theft.If the key is stuck in the LOCK position, movethe steering wheel left or right until the keyturns freely.ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicleselectrical accessories such as the radio and thewindshield wipers to operate while the engine isnot running.In order to turn the key from the ON or OFFposition to the ACCESSORY position, you mustpush the key release button if your vehiclesmanual transmission gearshift is mounted on thefloor.
51. 51. Ignition Key Buzzer or ChimeThe buzzer or chime will sound if you open thedrivers door while the key is in the ignition.Never leave your vehicle unattended with thekey in the ignition.Removing the Key From the IgnitionProcedures for removing your key from theignition will vary, depending on the type ofgearshift your vehicle has. Gearshift levers maybe mounted on the steering column or on thefloor or console.If you have a manual transmission, you have akey release lever which allows you to removeyour key from the ignition. The key release leveris on the upper right of the steering column, justabove the key lock cylinder. The lever saysPUSH.Key release leverIf your vehicles gearshift lever is mountedon the column:1. Put the gearshift in Park.2. Set the parking brake fully before removingyour foot from the service brake. (This willavoid binding or loading the park gearif you park on a grade.)513. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
52. 52. 4. Remove the key.If your vehicles gearshift lever is mountedon the floor:1. Put the gearshift in 1 (First).2. Turn the ignition key to OFF.3. Set the parking brake fully before removing52your foot from the service brake.4. Push and hold in the key release button.5. Turn the key to LOCK.6. Remove the key.RWARNINGAlways set the parking brake fully andmake sure that the gearshift is latched inP (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1(First) (manual transmission).With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicleis free to move with either the automatictransmission in P (Park) or with the manualtransmission in any driving gear.RWARNINGDo not leave the vehicle unattended withthe transfer case in the N (Neutral)position. Always set the parking brakefully and turn off the ignition whenleaving the vehicle.
53. 53. 53RWARNINGDo not leave children, unreliable adults,or pets alone in your vehicle. They couldaccidentally injure themselves or othersthrough inadvertent operation of thevehicle. Further, on hot, sunny days,temperatures in a closed vehicle couldquickly become high enough to causesevere and possibly fatal injuries topeople as well as animals.Fuel-Injected EnginesNOTE: For owners of diesel-powered vehicles,refer to the Diesel Engine Owners GuideSupplement for information on startingyour vehicle.When starting a fuel-injected engine, the mostimportant thing to remember is to avoidpressing down on the accelerator before orduring starting. Only use the accelerator whenyou have problems getting your vehicle started.See Starting Your Engine in this chapter fordetails about when to use the accelerator whileyou start your vehicle.Because your vehicles engine is electronicallycontrolled by a computer, some controlconditions are maintained by power from thebattery. If you ever disconnect the battery, installa new battery, or experience a dead battery, youmust allow the computer to relearn its idleconditions before your vehicle will idle at itsbest. To let the engine do this, apply the parkingbrake, put the gearshift in Park (automatictransmission) or Neutral (manual transmission),turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle.Let the engine idle for at least one minute.
54. 54. If you do not let the engine relearn its idle, theidle quality of your vehicle may be adverselyaffected until the idle is relearned. Your vehiclewill eventually relearn its idle while you driveit, but it takes much longer than if you use theprevious procedure.Starting your vehiclePreparing to Start Your Vehicle54RWARNINGDo not start your vehicle in a closedgarage or other enclosed area. Never sit ina stopped vehicle for more than a shortperiod of time with the engine running.Exhaust fumes are toxic. See GuardingAgainst Exhaust Fumes in this chapter formore instructions.Before you start your vehicle, do the following:1. Make sure you and all your passengersbuckle your safety belts. See Safety Restraintsin the Index for more details.2. Make sure the headlamps and otheraccessories are turned off when starting.3. If you have an automatic transmission,make sure that the gearshift lever is in P(Park) and the parking brake is set beforeyou turn the key.4. If you have a manual transmission, makesure that the parking brake is fully set, pushthe clutch pedal to the floor, and put thegearshift into Neutral before you turn thekey. (Remember, the starter will operate onlyif the clutch pedal is pushed in all the way).
55. 55. Testing the Warning LightsBefore you start your vehicle, you should testthe warning lights on the instrument panel tomake sure that they work. Refer to the WarningLights and Gauges chapter.If your Brake Warning Light does light up withthe key in the ON position, you may not havefully released the parking brake or the brakefluid may be low.Starting Your EngineTo start your engine:1. Follow the steps under Preparing to StartYour Vehicle at the beginning of this section.2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.3. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when55starting your engine. DO NOT use theaccelerator while the vehicle is parked.4. Turn the key to the START position(cranking) until the engine starts. Allow thekey to return to the ON position after theengine has started.If you have difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel slightly because itmay be binding.For a cold engine:qAt temperatures 10F (-12C) and below: Ifthe engine does not start in fifteen (15)seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF,wait approximately ten (10) seconds so youdo not flood the engine, then try again.
56. 56. qAt temperatures above 10F (-12C): If theengine does not start in five (5) seconds onthe first try, turn the key to OFF, waitapproximately ten (10) seconds so you do notflood the engine, then try again.qDo not hold the key in the START positionfor more than fifteen (15) seconds at a time.For a warm engine:qDo not hold the key in the START position56for more than five (5) seconds at a time. Ifthe engine does not start within five (5)seconds on the first try, turn the key to theOFF position. Wait a few seconds after thestarter stops, then try again.Whenever you start your vehicle, release the keyas soon as the engine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter or flood the engine.After you start the engine, let it idle for a fewseconds. Keep your foot on the brake pedal andput the gearshift lever in gear. Release theparking brake. Slowly release the brake pedaland drive away in the normal manner.NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with abrake-shift interlock feature. Thisfeature prevents you from shiftingfrom P (Park) unless you have thebrake pedal depressed. (The ignitionmust be in the ON position.) If youcannot shift from P (Park) with thebrake pedal depressed:1. Apply the parking brake.2. Remove the key.3. Insert the key and rotate one positionclockwise (ignition in the OFF position).
57. 57. 574. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N(Neutral). (If the vehicle is shifted to P(Park), you must repeat the previous steps.)5. Start the vehicle.If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using thealternate procedure described above, it ispossible that a fuse has blown and that yourbrakelamps may also not be functional. Pleaserefer to the chapter titled Servicing Your F-Seriesin this Owner Guide for instructions on checkingand replacing fuses.RWARNINGDO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTILYOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPSARE WORKING.For cold or warm engines:If the engine still does not start after twoattempts:1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floorand hold it.3. Turn the ignition key to the START position.4. Release the ignition key when the enginestarts.5. Release the accelerator gradually as theengine speeds up. Then drive away in thenormal manner.If the engine still does not start, the fuel pumpshut-off switch may have been triggered. Fordirections on how to reset the switch see FuelPump Shut-Off Switch later in this chapter.
58. 58. A computer system controls the engines idlespeed. When you start your vehicle, the enginesidle speed normally runs higher than when itswarmed up. These faster engine speeds willmake your vehicle move slightly faster than itsnormal idle speed. It should, however, slowdown after a short time. If it does not, have theidle speed checked.If the engine idle speed does not slow downautomatically, do not allow your vehicle to idlefor more than 10 minutes. Have the vehiclechecked.58RWARNINGExtended idling at high engine speeds canproduce very high temperatures in theengine and exhaust system, creating therisk of fire or other damage.RWARNINGDo not park, idle, or drive your vehicle indry grass or other dry ground cover. Theemission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system, whichcan start a fire.If you consistently start your vehicle in subzerotemperatures, use an engine block heater (ifyour vehicle has this option).Engine Block Heater (If equipped)(Standard in Canada)Engine block heaters are strongly recommendedif you live in a region where temperatures reach-10F (-23C) or below. An engine block heaterwarms the engine coolant, which improvesstarting, warms up the engine faster, and allowsthe heater-defrost system to respond quickly.
59. 59. 59RWARNINGTo prevent electrical shock, do not useyour heater with ungrounded electricalsystems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.For best results, plug the heater in at least threehours before you start your vehicle. Using theheater for longer than three hours will notdamage the engine, so you can plug it in atnight to start your vehicle the followingmorning.NOTE: Be sure to disconnect the engine blockheater before driving your vehicle.If the Engine Cranks but DoesNot Start or Does Not Start Aftera CollisionFuel Pump Shut-off SwitchIf the engine cranks but does not start or doesnot start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-offswitch may have been triggered. The shut-offswitch is a device intended to stop the fuelpump when your vehicle has been involved in asubstantial jolt.Once the shut-off switch is triggered, you mustreset the switch by hand before you can startyour vehicle.
60. 60. Fuel pump shut-off switch locationNOTE: Refer to the Motorhome Class A60Chassis Owner Guide for informationregarding the fuel pump shut-offswitch for your motorhome chassis.RWARNINGIf you see or smell fuel, do not reset theswitch or try to start your vehicle. Haveall the passengers get out of the vehicleand call the local fire department or atowing service.If your engine cranks but does not start after acollision or substantial jolt:1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the redreset button down. If the button is alreadyset, you may have a different mechanicalproblem.4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position fora few seconds, then turn it to the OFFposition.
61. 61. 615. Check under the vehicle again for leakingfuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not startyour vehicle again. If you do not see orsmell fuel, you can try to start your vehicleagain.6. Check all vehicle warning lights beforedriving your vehicle.Reset button for fuel pump shut-off switchGuarding Against Exhaust FumesCarbon monoxide, although colorless andodorless, is present in exhaust fumes. Takeprecautions to avoid its dangerous effects.RWARNINGDo not start your vehicle in a closedgarage or other enclosed area. Never sit ina stopped vehicle for more than a shortperiod of time with the engine running.Exhaust fumes are toxic. See GuardingAgainst Exhaust Fumes in this chapter formore instructions.RWARNINGIf you smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your dealer inspect yourvehicle immediately. Do not drive if yousmell exhaust fumes.
62. 62. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systemschecked whenever:qyour vehicle is raised for serviceqthe sound of the exhaust system changesqyour vehicle has been damaged in a collisionImprove your ventilation by keeping all air inletvents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.If the engine is idling while you are stopped inan open area for long periods of time, open thewindows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjustthe heating or air conditioning to bring inoutside air.qHEATING Set fan speed at MEDIUM orHIGH, the function selector knob on VENT,FLOOR, MIX, or the DEFROST symbol andthe temperature control knob on any desiredposition.qAIR CONDITIONING Set the fan speed atMEDIUM or HIGH, the function selectorknob on NORM or VENT and thetemperature control knob on any desiredposition.62
63. 63. 63Warning Lights andGaugesThe instrument panel (dashboard) on yourvehicle is divided into several different sections.The illustrations on the following pages showthe major parts of the instrument panel that aredescribed in this chapter. Some items shownmay not be on all vehicles.Your vehicle has one of the following clusters:qA mechanical clusterqA mechanical cluster with tachometerIf you are not sure which cluster your vehiclehas, check the diagrams on the following pagesof this section.
64. 64. Mechanical cluster64
65. 65. 65Mechanical cluster with tachometer
66. 66. The Mechanical ClusterThe following warning lights and gauges are onthe mechanical cluster. All of the warning lightsand gauges alert you to possible problems withyour vehicle. Some of the lights listed areoptional. The following sections detail what eachof these indicators means.Brake System Warning LightThe red warning light for the brakes can showthree things that either the parking brake isnot fully released, that the brake fluid level islow in the master cylinder reservoir or thevacuum pressure is low on diesel enginevehicles. If the fluid level is low, the brakesystem should be checked by a qualified servicetechnician.This light comes on when you turn the ignitionkey to START to verify that the indicator bulb isworking. If the light stays on or comes on afteryou have released the parking brake fully, havethe hydraulic brake system serviced.66RWARNINGThe BRAKE light indicates that the brakesmay not be working properly. Have thebrakes checked immediately.Brake warning light symbols
67. 67. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning LightTo check the amber ABS brake warning lightturn the ignition key to ON. The ABS brakewarning light should glow momentarily.NOTE: If it does not glow momentarily, haveyour vehicles electrical system checkedimmediately.NOTE: If the ABS brake warning light beginsto flash in a repeatable flash sequence,check the rear anti-lock systemcontinuous power fuse and brake lightsfor proper operation.67Anti-lock warning light symbolRWARNINGIf the anti-lock brake system warninglight remains on or comes on whiledriving, have the braking system checkedby a qualified service technician as soonas possible.NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-locksystem, and the brake warning light isnot lit, the anti-lock system is disabledbut normal brake function remainsoperational.
68. 68. Safety Belt Warning Light and ChimeThis warning light and chime remind you tofasten your safety belt. The following conditionswill take place:qIf the safety belt is not buckled when the keyis turned to the ON position, the light comeson for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime soundsfor 4 to 8 seconds.qIf the safety belt is buckled while the light ison and the chime is sounding, both the lightand chime turn off.qIf the safety belt is buckled before theignition is turned to the ON position, neitherthe light nor the chime will come on.Safety belt warning light symbolCheck Engine Warning LightThe Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II)system consists of the hardware and softwarenecessary to monitor the operation of thepowertrain. The OBD II system is designed tocheck the function of the vehicles powertraincontrol system during normal operation. If anemission problem is detected, the Check EngineWarning Light (in the cluster) is turned on.68
69. 69. Check engine warning light symbolModification or additions to the vehicle maycause incorrect operation of the OBD II system.Additions such as burglar alarms, cellularphones, and CB radios must be carefullyinstalled. Do not install these devices by tappinginto or running wires close to powertrain controlsystem wires or components.The light comes on briefly when you turn theignition key to ON, but it should turn off whenthe engine starts. If the light does not come onwhen you turn the ignition to ON or if it comeson and stays on when you are driving, haveyour vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Thisindicates a possible problem with one of thevehicles emission control systems. You do notneed to have your vehicle towed in.If the light turns on and off at one (1) secondintervals while you are driving the vehicle, itmeans that the engine is misfiring. If thiscondition persists, damage could occur to theengine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicleserviced at the first opportunity. You do notneed to have your vehicle towed in.If the light turns on and off on rare occasionswhile you are driving, it means that amalfunction occurred and the condition correcteditself.69
70. 70. NOTE: If your light truck is equipped with70dual fuel tanks, the CHECK ENGINElight may come on if fuel is restrictedto the engine or if the fuel flow ismomentarily disrupted because of anempty fuel tank before you switched tothe auxiliary fuel tank. This conditionis normal and the light should go offafter full fuel flow is restored.An example of a condition which corrects itselfoccurs when an engine running out of fuelbegins to misfire. In this case, the Check EngineWarning Light may turn on and will then set aDiagnostic Trouble Code indicating that theengine was misfiring while the last of the fuelwas being consumed. After refueling, the CheckEngine Warning Light will turn off after thevehicle has completed three consecutive warmup cycles without a misfire condition occurring.A warm up cycle consists of engine start from acold condition (engine at ambient temperature)and running until the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.On the fourth engine start up, the Check EngineWarning Light will turn off as soon as theengine begins to crank. It is not necessary tohave the engine serviced.Under certain conditions, the Check EngineWarning Light may come on if the fuel cap isnot properly installed. If the Check EngineWarning Light comes on and you suspect thatthe fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off theroad as soon as it is safely possible and turn offthe engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap,making sure it is properly seated.
71. 71. After completing the three consecutive warm upcycles and on the fourth engine start up, theCheck Engine Warning Light should turn off. Ifthe light does not go off after the fourth enginerestart, have your vehicle serviced by yourdealer or a qualified technician.Charging System LightThis light, shown as a battery symbol on yourcluster, indicates that your battery is not beingcharged and that you need to have the electricalsystem checked.The charging system lightThis light comes on every time you turn theignition to the ON or START position (engineoff). The light should go off when the enginestarts and the alternator begins to charge.If the light stays on or comes on when theengine is running, have the electrical systemchecked as soon as possible.Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Light andTone GeneratorThis light illuminates for six seconds when theignition is turned to the ON position. If the lightfails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,or if a series of five beeps is heard, have thesystem serviced as soon as possible.71
72. 72. Supplemental air bag readiness lightBattery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)This gauge shows you the battery voltage whenthe ignition key is in the ON position.If you are running electrical accessories (whenthe engine is off, or idling at a low speed), thepointer may move toward the lower end of thenormal band. If it stays outside the normal bandarea, have your vehicles electrical systemchecked as soon as it is safely possible.If the battery is operating under cold weatherconditions, the pointer may indicate in the upperrange of the NORMAL band while the battery ischarging. If you are running electrical accessorieswith the engine off or idling at a low speed, orthe battery is not fully charged, the pointer maymove toward the lower end of the NORMALband.If it stays outside the NORMAL band, have yourvehicles electrical system checked as soon as itis safely possible.Battery voltage gauge72
73. 73. Engine Oil Pressure GaugeThis gauge indicates the engines oil pressure,not the oil level. However, if your engines oillevel is low, it could affect the oil pressure. Withthe engine running, the pointer should moveinto the NORMAL band. If the pointer dropsbelow the NORMAL band while the engine isrunning, you have lost oil pressure andcontinued operation will cause severe enginedamage.If you lose engine oil pressure:1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe73engine damage could result.3. Check the engines oil level, following theinstructions on checking and adding engineoil. Refer to Engine oil in the Index. If youdo not follow these instructions, you orothers could be injured. To assure anaccurate reading, your vehicle should be onlevel ground.4. If the level is low, add only as much oil asnecessary before you start the engine again.Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine ifthe pointer is below the NORMAL band,regardless of the oil level. Contact yournearest dealer for further service actions.Engine oil pressure gauge
74. 74. High Beam LightThis light comes on when the headlamps areturned on high beam or when you flash thelights.High beam indicator lightHeadlamps On Alert ChimeThis chime will sound if you open the doorwhile the headlamps or parklamps are on.Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge displays approximately howmuch fuel is in the fuel tank only when theignition switch is ON.The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly whenthe vehicle is in motion.With ignition switch OFF, the fuel gaugeindicator may drift from the ignition switch ONposition.Fuel gauge74
75. 75. Engine Coolant Temperature GaugeThis gauge tells you the temperature of theengine coolant, not the coolant level. If thecoolant is not at its proper level or mixture, thegauge indicator will not be accurate.The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark intothe Normal band as the engine coolant warmsup. It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuatewithin the Normal band under normal drivingconditions. Under certain driving conditions,such as heavy stop and go traffic or driving uphills in hot weather, the pointer may indicate atthe top of the Normal band.If, under any circumstances, the pointer movesabove the NORMAL band, the engine coolant isoverheating and continued operation may causeengine damage.If your engine coolant overheats:1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely75possible.2. Turn off the engine. If you do not stop theengine as soon as safely possible, severeengine damage could result.3. Let the engine cool. DO NOT REMOVECOOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTILTHE ENGINE IS COOL.4. Check the coolant level following theinstructions on checking and adding coolantto your engine, see Engine Coolant in theIndex. If you do not follow theseinstructions, you or others could be injured.For instructions on checking and adding coolantto your engine, see Engine coolant in the Index. Ifyou do not follow these instructions, you orothers could be injured.
76. 76. Engine coolant temperature gaugeSpeedometerThe speedometer tells you how many miles(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.Your vehicle contains a speedometer whichreceives its input from the Anti-Lock brakesensor. The speedometer is also used to providea speed signal for correct operation of thevehicles Powertrain Control Module (PCM),electronic transmission, and speed control (if soequipped). Because of this, it is veryIMPORTANT to change the speedometersinternal conversion constant if the size of thetires on the vehicle is changed. Changing theconversion constant to the proper value whenthe tires are changed will also ensure that thespeedometer retains the original factory-setaccuracy. NOTE: The conversion constant canonly be changed six times once the vehicleleaves the factory. Your Ford dealership servicepersonnel can change the conversion constant.Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle speed(MPH/km/h) limiting device that is containedwithin the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).The purpose of this device is to maintain peakvehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehiclespeed limits may vary based on enginedisplacement).76
77. 77. If you are experiencing an engine cut-outcondition at high speeds, it may be the result ofthis limiting device. It is a normal condition andcan be avoided by reducing vehicle/enginespeed.SpeedometerOdometer/Trip OdometerThe Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) odometer is acombination trip odometer and total odometer.The total odometer is normally displayed. To seethe trip odometer, press and release the Selectbutton on the upper right side of thespeedometer. To zero out the trip odometer,press and release the Reset button on theupper left side of the speedometer while the tripodometer is displayed. If the trip odometer isdisplayed, press and release the Select buttonto return the display to the total odometer value.77
78. 78. Tachometer (If equipped)The tachometer will show you the enginesspeed measured in revolutions per minute(RPM).The tachometer may move slightly when the keyis placed in the ACC or ON position, with theengine off. This is normal and does not affectthe performance of the tachometer when theengine is running.Some vehicles are equipped with an enginespeed (RPM) limiting device contained withinthe Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Thepurpose of this device is to maintain peakengine speed (RPM) below a specified limit. Thisfeature is only evident on automatic transmissionvehicles when shifting manually (1, 2, D) and onall manual transmission units. (Engine speedlimits may vary based on engine displacement).If you are experiencing an engine cut-outcondition at high speeds, it may be the result ofthis limiting device. It is a normal condition andcan be avoided by reducing vehicle/enginespeed.Tachometer78
79. 79. Instrument Panel Controls79NOTE: The following section does not applyto Stripped Chassis vehicles. See yourBody Builders instructions for locationand operation of controls for climatecontrol systems, lamps, radio andwindshield wiper/washer.
80. 80. Instrument Panel, Controls and Mechanical Cluster withTachometer80
81. 81. The Climate Control SystemsYour vehicle is equipped with a controlassembly designed to handle either acombination A/C-Heater System or aHeater-Only System.Instrument Panel RegistersThere are four registers in the instrument panel.Each of these registers contain a louver assemblywhich can be manually adjusted to direct airflowup, down, left, right, and positive shut-off. Anillustration of the register locations follows.Instrument panel registersAir Conditioner and Heater (If equipped)The control for your air conditioning and heatersystem is located at the center of the instrumentpanel below the radio and will operate onlywhen the ignition key is turned to the ONposition. Your air conditioner and heater willheat and/or cool your vehicle interior dependingon the function position and temperature youselect. The function selector control knob allowsyou to select heating or cooling and determinewhere the air will be directed. The temperaturecontrol knob setting determines the temperatureof the air that flows into the vehicle.81
82. 82. To turn your air conditioner and heater systemon, select any position except OFF. This will turnthe fan on and allow airflow into the vehicle. Toturn your air conditioner and heater off, selectOFF. This will turn the fan off and stop airflowfrom coming into the vehicle.Temperature selectionThe temperature knob is the rotating knoblocated at the center of of the control withtapered RED and BLUE bands surrounding mostof the knob. The wide RED part of the band(full right) is the heat or warmer area. The wideBLUE area (full left) is the cooling or cooltemperature area. Any position selected betweenfull right and full left will give a temperaturebetween the two extreme temperatures.H Fan speed adjustmentThe H knob on the control is the fan speedknob which controls the volume of air flow.Rotate the H knob to the right to increase theamount of air entering the vehicle. Four fanspeed positions are available and are indicatedby LO, two separate dots and HI beside the Hcontrol knob. The HI position provides the mostair flow.Airflow selectionsVENTUse VENT to bring outside air through theinstrument panel registers. You can heat the airin this position by rotating the center knob intothe RED area. The air CANNOT be cooledbelow the outside temperature regardless of thecenter knob setting. Select NORM A/C or MAXA/C to get cool air through the instrumentpanel registers.82
83. 83. NORM A/CSelect NORM A/C to get refrigerated outside airthrough the instrument panel registers. The A/Cposition is used for cooling except when it isextremely hot or fast cooling of the vehicle isneeded. Then, select MAX A/C for fast coolingand return to NORM A/C when you arecomfortable.MAX A/CThe MAX A/C position produces cool air morerapidly to provide faster cooling of your vehicle.This is possible because cooler air is drawn frominside the passenger area and refrigerated againinstead of using warmer outside air. Usinginside air will also make the fan sound louderwhich is normal when using MAX A/C. The airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.FLOORAir flow will be to the floor when FLOOR isselected. The air cannot be cooled in the FLOORposition but can be heated by rotating the centerknob in the RED area.MIXSelect MIX to get air to the floor and windshielddefrosters at the same time. If the outsidetemperature is about 50 (10C) or warmer, theair will also be dehumidified to removemoisture. This feature will help prevent foggingin humid weather. The air can be cooled orheated.V DEFSelect V DEF to obtain maximum air flow tothe windshield. Rotate the center knob into theRED area for the air temperature required todefrost. When the outside air temperature is83
84. 84. about 50F (9C) or warmer, the air will bedehumidified to remove moisture. The air can becooled or heated. Rotate the H knob on the leftto increase the air flow.Operating TipsThe following tips will help you to get the mostsatisfaction from your air conditioning andheater system.qIn humid weather, select V DEF. This willhelp to prevent windshield fogging. After afew minutes of operation, you may selectanother air flow position. Rotate the controlknob to obtain your desired comfort level.qTo prevent humidity buildup inside yourvehicle, always drive with the AirConditioning and Heater System turned on.qDo not put objects under the front seats thatwill interfere with the flow of air under theseats to the back seat area of your vehicle.qRemove any snow, ice or leaves from the airintake area of your Air Conditioner andHeater System which could block the airintake. The intake area is located at thebottom of the windshield.Standard HeaterThe control for your Heater system is located inthe center of the instrument panel below theradio and will operate only when the ignitionkey is turned to the RUN position. Your Heaterwill heat and/or ventilate your vehicle interiordepending on the Function and temperature youselect. The Function Selector knob allows you toselect heating or ventilation and determinewhere the air will be directed. The Temperatureknob setting determines the temperature of theair that flows into the vehicle.84
85. 85. To turn your Heater system on, select anyposition except OFF. This will turn the fan ONand allow air flow into the vehicle. Select OFF toturn your Heater off. This will turn the fan offand stop outside air from coming into thevehicle.Temperature selectionThe Temperature knob is the rotating knoblocated at the center of the control with taperedRED and BLUE bands surrounding most of theknob. The wide RED part of the band (full right)is the heat or warmer area. The wide BLUE area(full left) is the cool or unheated temperaturearea. Any position selected between full rightand full left will give a temperature between thetwo extreme temperatures. The cool temperatureyou select will not be cooler than the outsidetemperature.H Fan speed adjustmentThe H knob on the control is the fan speedknob which controls the volume of air flow.Rotate the H knob to the right to increase fanspeed and increase the amount of of air enteringthe vehicle. Four fan speed positions areavailable and are indicated by LO, two separate85
86. 86. dots and HI beside the H control knob. The HIposition provides the most air flow.Air flow selectionsVENTUse VENT to bring outside air through theinstrument panel registers. You can heat the airin this position by rotating the temperature knobinto the RED area. The air CANNOT be cooledbelow the outside temperature regardless of thetemperature knob setting.FLOORAir flow will be to the floor when FLOOR isselected. The air can be heated by rotating thetemperature knob into the RED area.MIXSelect MIX to get air to the floor and windshielddefrosters at the same time.V DEFSelect V DEF to obtain maximum air flow tothe windshield. Rotate the temperature knob intothe RED area for the air temperature required todefrost. Rotate the H knob to increase ordecrease the air flow.Operating TipsThe following tips will help you to get the mostsatisfaction from your heater system.qIn humid weather, select V DEF. This willhelp to prevent windshield fogging. After afew minutes, you may select another airflowposition.qTo prevent humidity buildup inside yourvehicle, always drive with the heater systemturned on.86
87. 87. qDo not put objects under the front seats thatwill interfere with the flow of air under theseats to the back seat area of your vehicle.qRemove any snow, ice, or leaves from the airintake area at the bottom of the windshield.87Climate control knobs (Heater A/C system)Climate control knobs (heater only)
88. 88. Dual Fuel Tank Selector SwitchNot Available on F-Series StandardWheelbase (117") (4 x 4)To choose which fuel tank that you want yourengine to draw fuel from (front or rear) youmust use this switch. Your fuel gauge willdisplay the amount of fuel available in thecurrently selected tank.The fuse that protects the fuel tank selectorcircuit is labeled AUX FUEL TANK SELECTORon your fuse panel cover.Fuel tank selector switch88
89. 89. The Interior and Exterior LightsTurning On the Exterior LightsTo turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,marker lamps, and tail lamps, use the headlampswitch to the left of the steering column.1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you89to the first position. Parking lamps, taillamps and marker lamps are now on.2. Pull the headlamp control knob toward youto the outer position. Headlamps are now onin addition to the above.3. Rotate the knob when it is in an on positionto brighten or dim the instrument panellamps. Rotate fully counterclockwise tooperate courtesy and cargo lamps.Headlamp switch
90. 90. Cleaning the Exterior LampsDo not use dry paper towel, chemical solventsor abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as thesemay cause scratches or crack the lamps.Fog Lamps (If equipped)The fog lamps rocker switch is located on theinstrument panel to the right of the steeringcolumn.Fog lamp switchThe fog lamps act as a supplement to the lowbeam headlamps under limited visibilityconditions such as rain, snow, dust or fog andoperate only when the low beam headlamps areon.To maximize fog lamp bulb life it isrecommended that the fog lamp switch beturned off after each use prior to turning off theheadlamps.qTo turn the fog lamps on, push the ON sideof the rocker switch. An indicator light willglow when the lamps are on.qTo turn off, push the OFF side of the switch.90
91. 91. Daytime Running Light System(Canadian vehicles only)The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turnsthe high beam headlamps on, with a reducedlight output, when:qThe headlamp system is in the OFF position,91andqThe vehicle is running, andqThe vehicle has a fully released parkingbrake.NOTE: You may notice that the lights flickerwhen the vehicle is turned on or off.This is a normal condition.RWARNINGThe Daytime Running Light (DRL) systemwill not illuminate the tail lamps andparking lamps. Turn on your headlampsat dusk. Failure to do so may result in acollision.Lighting Up the Instrument Panel and theInterior of Your VehicleThe instrument panel lights can be turned on bypulling the headlamp switch toward you toeither the first or outer position. You canbrighten or dim the instrument panel lights byrotating the headlamp switch knob.
92. 92. Cargo, Courtesy and Dome LampsThe interior/courtesy lamp is automaticallyturned on when the driver or passenger door isopened. Turning the headlamp switch fullycounterclockwise will operate the interior lampwhen the doors are closed.Interior/Courtesy lampCombination Cargo and High-MountBrakelampThe combination cargo/high-mount brakelamp islocated outside the vehicle, directly over the rearwindow. Use the headlamp control switch toturn on the cargo lamp and interior courtesylights.A high-mount brakelamp feed is provided in thetaillamp wiring, in the event an aftermarket capis installed on the vehicle obscuring thecargo/high-mount brakelamp on the cab. Thefeed is located at the left rear of the vehicle,behind the bumper and is marked with a whitetag center high-mount stop lamp.92
93. 93. 93Cargo/High-mount brakelampRWARNINGDo not drive your vehicle with thecargo/courtesy light on. Showing a whitelight to the rear while driving on publicroads is illegal in some places.Turning On the Dome/Map ReadingLamps (If equipped)The map lamps are located inside the dome lightassembly, on each side of the dome light. Eachlamp has its own switch.Map lamps
94. 94. Cleaning the Instrument Panel LensClean the instrument panel lens with a soft clothand a glass cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-ClearSpray Glass Cleaner, or equivalent. Do not usepaper towel or an abrasive cleaner to clean thelens as these may cause scratches.Cleaning the Interior LampsYour interior dome lamps and map lamps areplastic and should be cleaned with a milddetergent diluted in water. Rinse them with clearwater.94
95. 95. Steering Column ControlsThe controls on the steering column and wheelare designed to give you easy access to thecontrols while you are driving.The Turn Signal LeverYou can use the turn signal lever on the left sideof the steering column to:qoperate the turn signals and cornering lampsqturn the high beams on/offqflash the lightsqturn the windshield wipers and washer95on/offTurn SignalsMove the lever up to signal a right turn. Moveit down to signal a left turn. The correspondingindicator light in the instrument cluster willflash.If the turn signal stays on after you turn, movethe lever back to the center (off) position.
96. 96. Turn signal lever and functionsIf the turn indicator light in the instrumentpanel does not illuminate or remains on (doesntflash) when you signal a turn, the turn signalingsystem is malfunctioning. Have this conditioncorrected as soon as possible, but make sure thatyou use the accepted hand signals in themeantime.High BeamsTo turn on the high beams, turn the headlampcontrol knob to the headlamp ON position andpush the turn signal lever away from you untilit latches. When the high beams are ON, thehigh beam indicator light on the instrumentpanel comes on.To turn off the high beams, pull the levertoward you until it latches. The high beamindicator light turns off.96
97. 97. Headlamp high beam switch and turn signal leverFlashing the LightsTo flash the headlamps, pull the lever towardyou for a moment and then release it. Theheadlamps will flash whether the headlampknob is on or off.Windshield Wipers and WasherTo turn on the windshield wipers, the ignitionkey must be turned to the ON or ACC position.Turn the knob on the end of the turn signallever toward the front of the vehicle. You canturn it to either the LO or HI speed position.Variable Interval WipersIn addition to two speed wipers, your vehicle isequipped with wipers that you can set tooperate at varying intervals. For example, youcan set the interval so they wipe less often whenit drizzles or more often in heavier rain.97
98. 98. Interval wiper on turn signal leverTo set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at theend of the turn signal lever toward or awayfrom the instrument panel to the intervaloperation you desire.Windshield WasherTo clean the windshield, push in the end of thewiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knobpushed in. After you release the knob, thewipers operate for two to three cycles beforeturning off (if wipers were off) or returning toHI, LO, or the interval setting selected.Do not try to clean the windshield when thewasher fluid container is empty or activate thewashers at any time for more than 15 secondscontinuously. This could damage the washerpump system.98
99. 99. 99RWARNINGIn freezing weather, the washer solutionmay freeze on the windshield and obscureyour vision. Always warm up thewindshield with the defroster before youuse the washer fluid. If you cannot seethrough the windshield clearly, it canincrease the risk of being involved in acollision.For information about refilling the washer fluidor replacing your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and Wipers in the Index.Hazard FlasherThe hazard flasher is used to alert other driversto hazardous situations.The flashers will continue to flash with the brakepedal depressed.The flashers work whether your vehicle isrunning or not. The flashers work for up to twohours when the battery is fully charged and ingood condition without draining the batteryexcessively. If the flashers run for longer thantwo hours or if the battery is not fully charged,the battery can be drained.To use the hazard flasher:1. Push in the flasher button; it will pop outand the lamps will begin to flash.2. To stop the flashers, push in the flasherbutton again.NOTE: The flasher button will be sticking upslightly higher when ON than whenOFF.
100. 100. Hazard flasherHornTo sound the horn, press either horn pad.Horn location (with speed control option)100
101. 101. 101Tilt Steering (If equipped)RWARNINGNever adjust the steering wheel when thevehicle is moving.Turn signal and tilt release wheel leverTo change the position of the steeringcolumn/wheel, pull the release lever on thecolumn toward you. Tip the steering wheel tothe desired position. Release the lever to lock thesteering wheel in place.Be sure the steering wheel locks in a notch. It isnot infinitely adjustable. Do not adjust thesteering wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
102. 102. Speed Control (If equipped)Your vehicle has speed control, so you canautomatically maintain a constant speed above30 mph (50 km/h). The switches to operate thespeed control are on the steering wheel.Use of radio transmitting equipment that is notFederal Communications Commission (FCC) orin Canada the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC)approved may cause the speed control tomalfunction. Therefore, use only properlyinstalled FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radiotransmitting equipment in your vehicle.The speed control switchesTo set the speed control:1. Press and release the ON switch.2. Accelerate to the desired speed above10230 mph (50 km/h) using the acceleratorpedal.3. Press the SET ACCEL switch and release itimmediately to set your speed. If you keepthis switch pressed, your speed will continueto increase.4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.Your vehicle will maintain the speed you set.
103. 103. If you drive up or down a steep hill, yourvehicle may momentarily slow down or speedup, even though the speed control is on. This isnormal.NOTE: If your speed increases above your setspeed while driving in j (Overdrive)on a downhill grade, you may want todepress the transmission control switchlocated on the shift lever to turn offoverdrive to reduce vehicle speed.Speed control cannot reduce the vehiclespeed if it goes above your set speedon a downhill grade. For the best fueleconomy during normal drivingconditions, leave the shift select in j(Overdrive), or resume as soon aspractical.103RWARNINGDo not use the speed control in heavytraffic or on roads that are winding,slippery, or unpaved.In mountainous areas, at higher elevations, orwhen pulling a trailer, the speed control maynot be able to maintain the preset speed withthe transmission in overdrive.If your vehicle comes with a 5-speed manualtransmission, you may prefer to drive in 4(Fourth) gear, in mountainous areas or at highaltitudes, to improve speed control performance.In order to downshift (with a manualtransmission) with the speed control operating,you must press either the brake or clutch pedallong enough to disengage the speed control.Wait a second before depressing the clutch againand making the shift so that the speed controlcan fully return to the idle position.
104. 104. 104RWARNINGDo not shift the transmission into N(Neutral) with the speed control on.To maintain a preset speed under the aboveconditions, with electronically controlledtransmissions press the Transmission ControlSwitch. The indicator light will turn on andilluminate the word OFF. This will cancelOverdrive. You can press the TransmissionControl Switch on or off at any speed. For thebest fuel economy during normal drivingconditions, press the Transmission ControlSwitch to turn off the light. This allowsoverdrive operation.Transmission control switch and Indicator light
105. 105. Accelerating With the Speed ControlOperatingYou can use the accelerator pedal to speed upmomentarily. When you take your foot off theaccelerator, the vehicle will return to the setspeed.Resetting the Speed ControlTo reset the speed control to a lower speed,press and hold the COAST switch. Let yourvehicle slow down to the desired speed andrelease the COAST switch.Your vehicle has a tap-down featur