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IDENTIFYING
YOUR
VEHICLE
Certification
label
The
National
Highway
T
raffic
Safety
Administration
Regulations
require
that
a
Certification
label
be
affixed
to
a
vehicle
and
prescribe
where
the
Certification
label
may
be
located.
The
Certification
label
is
located
on
the
front
door
latch
pillar
on
the
driver
’
s
side.
5
2
3
2004
U137
Excursion
(hdw)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
English
(fus)
Maintenance
and
Specifications
252
251
253
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Warning Symbols in this Guide
5
Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
5
Breaking-In
5
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Notice to Owners of Diesel-Powered Vehicles
7
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
7
Snowplowing
7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Service Engine Soon Light
10
Check Fuel Cap Light
10
Check Gage Light
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
11
Air Bag Readiness Light
11
Safety Belt Light
12
Low Fuel Light
12
Speed Control Light
12
Four Wheel Drive Light
12
Gauges
13
Door Ajar Light
13
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
13
Headlamps on Warning Chime
13
Speedometer
14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Odometer, Trip Odometer
14
Tachometer
14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
15
Fuel Gauge
15
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
15
White Area (Normal)
15
Yellow Area (Warning)
16
Red Area (over Temperature)
16
Entertainment Systems
17
Power/Volume
17
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
17
Scan
17
Dolby Noise Reduction
19
Fade
19
Treble
20
AM/FM Stereo with CD
21
Fast Forward
21
Premium In-Dash Six CD Sound System
21
Compression
22
FIND Program Type
22
Show TYPE
22
Traffic
22
Autoset
23
Seamless Play
23
Setting the Clock
23
Rear Audio Controls
24
Cassette/Player Care
25
Radio Frequencies
25
Radio Reception Factors
25
CD/CD Player Care
26
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System
26
DVD Player Controls
27
DVD Control Features
28
CD Play Mode, Slow Play Mode
29
Enter Control
29
Next/Previous Control
29
REV/FWD Control
29
Remote Control
30
User Menu Mode
30
Battery Replacement (Remote Control)
31
Adjusting the Volume from the Rear Seat Controls
32
Mode Select
32
Rear Seat Controls
32
Memory Preset Control
33
Seek Function
33
Parental Control
34
Using Wired Headphones/Personal Audio Feature
34
Wireless Headphone Operation
35
Wireless Headphones (for DVD System Only)
35
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
36
General Operating Tips (Entertainment System)
37
High Temperature Sensor Circuit
37
Playback and Format
37
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System Protection Circuits
37
Inserting a CD/DVD
38
Playing a Video Game/Auxiliary Device
38
Removing a CD/DVD
38
On-Screen Indicators
39
Safety Information
39
Care and Service of the DVD Player
40
Cleaning Compact Discs
41
Cleaning the DVD Player
41
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
41
Foreign Substances Entering DVD Player
41
Climate Controls
42
Heater Only System
42
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
43
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
44
Auxiliary System
46
Front Auxiliary Controls
46
Rear Auxiliary Controls
47
Rear Window Defroster
47
Lights
48
Autolamp Control
48
Headlight Control
48
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
49
Foglamp Control
49
High Beams
49
Aiming the Headlamp
50
Flash to Pass
50
Panel Dimmer Control
50
Turn Signal Control
50
Dome/Map Lamps
51
Interior Lamps
51
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
51
Bulb Replacement
52
Rear Dome Lamp
52
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
52
Using the Right Bulbs
52
Replacing Front Parking/Turn Signal Bulbs
53
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
53
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
55
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
55
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
56
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
56
Driver Controls
57
Multi-Function Lever
57
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
57
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
57
Changing the Wiper Blades
58
Steering Wheel Adjustment
58
Tilt Steering Wheel
58
(4–Speed Automatic Transmission)
59
(5–Speed Automatic Transmission)
59
Tow/Haul Feature
59
Transmission Control
59
Forward Storage bin
60
Illuminated Visor Mirror
60
Installing a Garage Door Opener
60
Overhead Console
60
Auxiliary Power Point
61
Power Quarter Rear Windows
61
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
63
Mirrors
63
Power Windows
63
Window Lock
63
Heated Outside Mirrors
64
Power Side View Mirrors
64
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator
65
Clearance Lamps
66
Fold-Away Mirrors
66
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
67
Speed Control
67
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
68
Resuming a Set Speed
68
Indicator Light
69
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
69
Turning off Speed Control
69
Climate Control Features
70
Message Center
70
Radio Control Features
70
Steering Wheel Controls
70
Trip Computer
70
Average Fuel Economy
71
English/Metric Display
71
Mode Control
71
Selectable Features
71
Compass
72
Fuel Range
72
Outside Air Temperature
72
Compass Calibration Adjustment
73
Compass Zone Adjustment
73
Homelink Wireless Control System
74
Programming
75
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
76
Erasing Homelink Buttons
77
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
77
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
77
Cell Phone Use
78
Center Console
78
Cargo Net
79
Tridoor
79
Luggage Rack
80
Locks and Security
81
Keys
81
Power Door Locks
81
Smart Locks
81
Childproof Door Locks
82
Remote Entry System
82
Unlocking the Doors
83
Locking the Doors
83
Power Door Lock Disable Feature
83
Anti-Theft System
83
Sounding a Panic Alarm
84
Replacing the Battery in the Remote Entry Transmitter
84
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
85
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
85
Illuminated Entry
86
Keyless Entry System
87
Programming a Personal Entry Code
87
Erasing Personal Code
88
Anti-Scan Feature
88
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
88
Autolock
88
To Deactivate/Reactivate the Autolock Feature Using the Keypad
89
To Deactivate/Reactivate the Autolock Feature Using the Power Door Unlock Control
89
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
90
Theft Indicator
90
Automatic Arming
91
Automatic Disarming
91
Replacement Keys
91
Programming Spare Keys
91
40/20/40 Seat
93
Seating and Safety Restraints
93
60/40 Split Bench Seat
94
Captain’s Chair
94
Memory Seats and Adjustable Pedals
95
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
95
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
96
Heated Seats
96
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest and Console
97
Folding down Rear Seats into Load Floor
98
Head Restraints
98
Rear Seats
98
Returning the Seat to Upright
100
Accessing the Third Row Seat
101
Reclining the Second Row Seatback
101
Third Row Seat
101
Folding down the Third Row Seat
102
Removing the Third Row Seat
102
Installing the Third Row Seat
103
Safety Restraints
104
Automatic Locking Mode
105
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
105
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
105
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
106
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
106
Energy Management Feature
107
Safety Belt Replacement Label
107
Front and Second Row Outboard Safety Belt Height Adjustment
108
Adjusting the Lap Belt
109
Beltminder
110
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
110
Reasons most Often Given for Not Wearing Safety Belts
111
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
113
One Time Disable (Beltminder)
113
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
114
Safety Belt Maintenance
114
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
115
Important SRS Precautions
115
Children and Air Bags
117
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
117
Determining if the System Is Operational
119
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles (Including Pretensioners)
119
Important Child Restraint Precautions
119
Safety Restraints for Children
119
Child Booster Seats
120
Children and Safety Belts
120
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
120
Types of Booster Seats
121
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
122
Safety Seats for Children
122
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
122
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
124
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
126
Driving
130
Starting
130
Positions of the Ignition
130
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
130
Important Safety Precautions
131
Starting the Engine
133
Using the Engine Block Heater
133
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
133
Important Ventilating Information
134
Brakes
134
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
134
ABS Warning Lamp
134
Using ABS
135
Parking Brake
135
Steering
136
Traction-Lok Axle
136
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
136
Automatic Transmission Operation
137
Brake-Shift Interlock
137
P (Park)
138
R (Reverse)
139
N (Neutral)
139
D Overdrive
139
Drive
139
2 (Second)
140
1 (First)
140
Forced Downshifts
140
Shift Strategy
140
Understanding the Shift Positions of the 5–Speed Automatic Transmission (if Equipped - Diesel Engines Only)
141
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
143
Reverse Sensing System (RSS)
144
Four–Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
146
Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) 4X4 System
146
4WD System Indicator Lights
147
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
147
Positions of the Electronic Shift System
147
2H (2WD High) – for General On-Road Driving
147
4H (4WD High)/4L (4WD Low)
148
Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
148
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 2WD (2WD High)
148
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
148
Shifting from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) or 2WD (2WD High)
149
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
149
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
149
Basic Operating Principles
150
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
150
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
151
Emergency Maneuvers
151
Parking
152
4WD Systems
152
Mud and Water Driving
153
Normal Characteristics
153
Sand
153
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
154
Driving on Snow and Ice
155
Tires, Replacement Requirements
156
Maintenance and Modifications
157
Driving through Water
158
Vehicle Loading - with and Without a Trailer
158
Base Curb Weight
158
Vehicle Curb Weight
158
Cargo Weight
159
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
159
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
159
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
159
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
160
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
160
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
160
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
160
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
161
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
161
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
161
Trailer Towing
162
Preparing to Tow
163
Load Equalizing Hitch
163
Safety Chains
163
Trailer Brakes
163
Trailer Lamps
164
Using a Step Bumper
164
Driving While You Tow
164
Servicing after Towing
165
Trailer Towing Tips
165
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
165
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
166
Roadside Emergencies
167
Getting Roadside Assistance
167
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
168
Hazard Flasher Switch
168
Fuses and Relays
169
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
170
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel / Power Distribution Box
170
Fuse Panel Description
171
To Remove a Fuse
171
Fuses Codes Table
171
Changing the Tires
174
Spare Tire Information
175
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
175
Tire Change Procedure
175
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
179
Jump Starting
180
Connecting the Jumper Cables
181
Jump Starting Procedure
182
Removing the Jumper Cables
183
Wrecker Towing
185
Customer Assistance
186
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
194
Cleaning
195
Washing the Exterior
195
Waxing
195
Paint Chips
196
Aluminium Wheels and Wheel Covers
196
Engine Cleaning
196
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
197
Windows and Wiper Blades
197
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
198
Interior Trim
198
Interior Cleaning
198
Leather Seats Cleaning
199
Underbody Cleaning
199
Maintenance and Specifications
201
Service Recommendations
201
Working with the Engine off
201
Working with the Engine on
201
5.4L V8/6.8L V10 Gasoline Engines Components
202
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
202
Opening the Hood
202
Windshield Washer Fluid
203
Checking the Engine Oil
204
Adding Engine Oil
205
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
206
Battery
207
Checking Engine Coolant
209
Adding Engine Coolant
210
Recycled Engine Coolant
212
Coolant Refill Capacity
213
Severe Climates
213
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
213
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
214
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
214
Fuel Information
215
Choosing the Right Fuel
217
Fuel Filler Cap
217
Cleaner Air
218
Fuel Quality
218
Octane Recommendations
218
Running out of Fuel
218
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
219
Filling the Tank
219
Fuel Filter
219
Fuel Measuring Techniques
219
Calculating Fuel Economy
220
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
220
Conditions and Fuel Economy
221
Maintenance and Fuel Economy
221
Emission Control System
222
EPA Window Sticker
222
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
223
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
224
Brake Fluid Reservoir
225
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
225
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
226
Correct Fluid Level
226
Low Fluid Level
226
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
227
High Fluid Level
227
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter
228
Air Filter Maintenance
229
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
229
Changing the Air Filter Element
230
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
230
Temperature a B C
231
Traction AA a B C
231
Treadwear
231
Glossary of Tire Terminology
232
Tire Information
232
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
233
Information on “P” Type Tires
233
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
236
Information on “T” Type Tires
237
Location of the Tire Label
237
Tire Care
237
Tire Inflation Pressure
237
Tire and Wheel Alignment
239
Tire Rotation
239
Tire Wear
241
Tire Replacement Requirements
242
Highway Hazards
243
Snow Tires and Chains
243
Motorcraft Part Numbers
244
Refill Capacities
245
Lubricant Specifications
248
Engine Data
251
Vehicle Dimensions
251
Certification Label
252
Identifying Your Vehicle
252
Engine Number
253
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
253
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
254
Truck Application
254
Passenger Car Application
255
Accessories
256
Index
259
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Model
2004 Excursion
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Language
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