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STEERING
WHEEL
CONTROLS
(IF
EQUIPPED)
These
controls
allow
you
to
operate
some
radio
and
climate
control
features.
Audio
control
features
Press
to
select:
•
AM,
FM1,
FM2,
•
CD,
or
•
DVD
(if
equipped).
In
AM,
FM1,
or
FM2
mode:
•
Press
MEM
to
select
preset
stations
within
the
selected
radio
band.
In
CD
mode:
•
Press
MEM
to
select
the
next
selection
on
the
CD.
In
any
mode:
•
Press
VOL
+
or
−
to
adjust
volume.
2006
Expedition
(exd)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Driver
Controls
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
5
Event Data Recording
6
Service Data Recording
6
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
6
Cell Phone Use
7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Optional Instrument Cluster
10
Standard Instrument Cluster
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Electronic Throttle Control
11
Airbag Readiness
12
Charging System
12
Low Tire Pressure Warning
12
Safety Belt
12
Check Fuel Cap
13
Low Washer Fluid
13
O/D off
13
Speed Control
13
Door Ajar
14
Four Wheel Drive High
14
High Beams
14
Turn Signal
14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
15
Gauges
15
Speedometer
15
Odometer
16
Tachometer
16
Trip Odometer
16
Battery Voltage Gauge
17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
17
Fuel Gauge
17
Audio Systems
18
Entertainment Systems
18
AM/FM Stereo Cassette with CD
18
Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single
18
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
23
Rear Seat Radio Controls
28
To Adjust the Volume
29
Mode Select
30
Turning the Rear Speakers on and off
30
Using Headphones/Dual Play Mode
30
Memory Preset Control
31
Parental Control
31
Seek Function
31
Cassette/Player Care
32
General Audio Information
32
Radio Frequencies
32
Radio Reception Factors
32
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System
33
DVD Player Controls
34
MAIN Control
34
DVD Control Features
35
Menu Control
35
CD Play Mode
36
Enter Control
36
Next/Previous Control
36
REV/FWD Control
36
User Menu Mode
37
Remote Control
38
Battery Replacement
39
Wireless Headphone Operation
40
Wireless Headphones
40
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
41
High Temperature Sensor Circuit
42
Playback and Format
42
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System Protection Circuits
42
Saving MP3 Files
42
Inserting a CD/DVD
43
Removing a CD/DVD
43
On-Screen Indicators
44
Playing an Auxiliary Device
44
Safety Information
45
Care and Service of the DVD Player
46
Environmental Extremes
46
Humidity and Moisture Condensation
46
Temperature Extremes
46
Cleaning Cds and Dvds
47
Cleaning the DVD Player Exterior
47
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
47
Foreign Substances
47
System Overview
49
Quick Start – How to Get Going
52
To Play a CD in the CD DJ
52
To Play a CD in the VNR
52
To Play a Radio Station
52
Audio Features
53
Audio Screen Display
53
Volume/Power Control
53
AM/FM Select
54
Automatic Volume Control (AVC)
54
AM/FM Select in CD Mode
55
AM/FM Select in Navigation Mode
55
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
55
CD Select
55
Adjusting the Levels
56
DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
56
Rewind/Fast Forward
57
Seek in Radio Mode
57
Radio Station Memory Preset
58
Seek in CD or CD DJ Mode
58
Seek in Navigation Mode
58
Setting Memory Preset Stations
58
Starting Autoset Memory Preset
59
Stereo Indicator
59
Tune Adjust
59
Program Type (PTY) Selections
60
Scan Function
60
Traffic Information
60
Compression
61
DVD Functionality
61
Shuffle
61
CD Dj
62
To Access the CD DJ
62
CD DJ Information Screen
65
CD DJ Playback
65
Rewind/Fast Forward Feature
65
Rear Seat Controls (RSC)
66
Scan Feature
66
Shuffle Mode
66
Navigation Features
67
Limited GPS Reception
68
Navigation Screen Display
68
Principles of GPS (Global Positioning System) Operation
68
Map Display Information
69
Selecting a Destination
69
To Enter Navigation Mode
69
Address/Intersection
70
Points of Interest (POI)
70
Previous Destination
71
Deleting a Previous Destination
72
Entering a Destination Using the Keyboard of Lists
72
Selecting Route Criteria
72
Route Calculation
73
Guide Display
74
Arrival
75
True View
75
Adding, Deleting or Editing the Address Book
76
Storing the Current Car Position in the Address Book
76
Current Location
77
Detour Options
77
Detours, Route Interruptions and Changes
77
Navigation System
77
Navigation Menu
78
Route Changes or Cancellations
78
Route Interruptions
78
Display Options
79
Navigation Options
79
System Options
79
Cleaning the Display
80
General Information
80
Cleaning Map Discs
81
Map Coverage
81
Ordering Additional Map Cds
81
Latest Map Cds
82
Climate Controls
83
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
83
Max A/C
83
Operating Tips
84
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
84
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (Datc) System
85
Automatic Temperature Control
87
Auxiliary A/C-Heater Controls
91
Auxiliary Passenger Climate Control
91
Front Auxiliary Controls
91
Rear Auxiliary Controls
92
Rear Window Defroster
92
Autolamp Control
93
Foglamp Control
93
Headlamp Control
93
Lights
93
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
94
Flash to Pass
94
Panel Dimmer Control
95
Vertical Aim Adjustment
95
Front Row Map Lamps
96
Interior Lamps
96
Turn Signal Control
96
Front Row Map/Dome Lamp
97
Rear Cargo Lamp
97
Second Row Map Lamps
97
Bulb Replacement
98
Headlamp Condensation
98
Using the Right Bulbs
98
Map Lamps
99
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
99
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
99
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
99
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs
100
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn/Sidemarker Signal Bulbs
101
Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Sidemarker/Backup Lamp Bulbs
101
High-Mount Brakelamp
102
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
103
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb
103
Approach Lamp Bulb Removal
104
Approach Lamp/Mirror Turn Signal Bulb Removal
104
Driver Controls
105
Multi-Function Lever
105
Speed Dependent Wipers
105
Windshield Wiper
105
Illuminated Visor Mirror
106
Tilt Steering
106
Forward Storage bin and Conversation Mirror
107
Overhead Console
107
Slide on Rod Feature
107
Power Quarter Rear Windows
108
Auxiliary Power Point
109
Center Console
109
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
110
Accessory Delay
111
One Touch down
111
Power Windows
111
Window Lock
111
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
112
Exterior Mirrors
112
Power Side View Mirrors
112
Heated Outside Mirrors
113
Powerfold Mirrors
113
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
114
Signal Indicator Mirrors
114
Speed Control
114
Setting Speed Control
115
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
116
Resuming a Set Speed
116
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
117
Turning off Speed Control
117
Audio Control Features
118
Steering Wheel Controls
118
Climate Control Features
119
Moon Roof
119
Homelink Wireless Control System
120
To Close the Moon Roof
120
To Open the Moon Roof
120
Programming
121
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
123
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
123
Compass
124
Erasing Homelink Buttons
124
Outside Air Temperature
124
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
124
Compass Calibration Adjustment
125
Compass Zone Adjustment
125
Message Center
126
Reset
126
Selectable Features
126
Compass Display
127
Info Menu
127
Odometer/Trip Odometer
127
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
128
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
129
Distance to Empty (DTE)
129
Setup Menu
130
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
130
Autolamp Delay
131
Autolocks
131
Easy Exit Seat
131
Reverse Sensing System
131
Language
132
System Check
132
Units (English/Metric)
132
System Warnings
133
Check Charging System
136
Low Fuel Level
136
Park Brake Engaged
136
Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
136
Advtrac off T/C on
137
Air Suspension off
137
Check Suspension
137
Liftgate
138
Positive Retention Floor Mat
138
Luggage Rack
139
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
139
Locks and Security
140
Keys
140
Power Door Locks
140
Smart Unlocking Feature
140
Childproof Door Locks
141
Remote Entry System
141
Anti-Theft System
141
Unlocking the Doors/Liftgate
142
Locking the Doors/Liftgate
142
Opening the Liftgate Window
142
Sounding a Panic Alarm
143
Memory Feature
143
Activating the Memory Feature
143
Deactivating the Memory Seat Feature
144
Replacing the Battery
144
Replacing Lost Transmitters
145
Programming Remote Transmitters
145
Keyless Entry System
146
Illuminated Entry
146
Autolocking Feature
146
Deactivating/Activating the Autolock Feature
146
Anti-Scan Feature
147
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
148
Activating/Deactivating Autolock with the Keyless Entry System
148
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
149
Theft Indicator
149
Automatic Arming
150
Automatic Disarming
150
Key Information
150
Programming Spare Keys
151
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
153
Front Row Adjustable Head Restraints
153
Seating and Safety Restraints
153
Seat Recliner
154
Using the Armrest
155
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
155
Using the Power Lumbar Support
155
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
156
Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement
157
Climate Controlled Seats Operation
157
Memory Seats/Rearview Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals
157
Rear Seats
159
Second Row Folding Seat System
159
Second Row Seats
159
Adjusting the 2Nd Row Outboard Seat for E-Z Entry
160
Folding 40% Seat System to Full Lowered Load Floor Position
161
Returning to Upright Position from Full Lowered Load Floor Position
162
Folding the 20% Seat System
163
Adjusting the Second Row 20% Seat
165
Reclining the Second Row 40% Seatback
165
Third Row Seats
165
Third Row Adjustable Head Restraints
166
Folding down the Third Row Seat to the Load Floor
167
Third Row Power Folding Seat
168
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
169
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
169
Personal Safety System
169
Safety Restraints
169
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
170
Front Crash Severity Sensor
170
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
170
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
170
Safety Restraints Precautions
171
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
172
Adjusting the Lap Belt
173
First Row Center Lap Belt
173
Automatic Locking Mode
174
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
174
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
174
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
175
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
175
Safety Belt Pretensioner
176
Front and Second Row Safety Belt Height Adjustment
177
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
177
Safety Belt Maintenance
177
Beltminder
178
Conditions of Operation
178
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
178
One Time Disable
180
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
181
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
182
Important SRS Precautions
182
Children and Airbags
184
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
184
Determining if the System Is Operational
186
Safety Canopy System
186
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
187
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
189
Important Child Restraint Precautions
189
Safety Restraints for Children
189
Child Booster Seats
190
Children and Safety Belts
190
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
190
Types of Booster Seats
191
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
192
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
193
Safety Seats for Children
193
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
194
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
197
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Center Front Seating Position
197
Second Row Seating Positions
198
Third Row Seating Position
200
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
201
4WD and AWD Systems
204
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
204
Tires, Wheels and Loading
204
Vehicle Characteristics
204
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
205
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
206
Treadwear
206
Glossary of Tire Terminology
207
Temperature a B C
207
Tires
207
Traction AA a B C
207
Inflating Your Tires
208
Tire Inflation
208
Damage
211
Inspecting Your Tires
211
Tire Care
211
Tire Wear
211
Tire Replacement Requirements
212
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
212
Highway Hazards
213
Safety Practices
213
Tire and Wheel Alignment
214
Tire Rotation
214
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
215
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
215
Information on “P” Type Tires
216
Information on “T” Type Tires
220
Location of the Tire Label
220
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
221
Changing Tires with TPMS
222
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
222
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
223
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
223
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
225
When Inflating Your Tires
225
Snow Tires and Chains
226
Base Curb Weight
227
Vehicle Curb Weight
227
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
227
Payload
228
Cargo Weight
229
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
230
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
230
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
232
Trailer Towing
234
Trailer Towing (Optionally Equipped Trailer Tow Package)
235
Trailer Towing (Standard Equipment)
235
Integrated Hitch Rating
236
Hitches
237
Load Equalizing Hitch
237
Preparing to Tow
237
Driving While You Tow
238
Safety Chains
238
Trailer Brakes
238
Trailer Lamps
238
Servicing after Towing
239
Trailer Towing Tips
239
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
240
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
240
Driving
242
Starting
242
Positions of the Ignition
242
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
242
Important Safety Precautions
243
Starting the Engine
244
Using the Engine Block Heater
245
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
245
Important Ventilating Information
245
Brakes
246
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
246
Using ABS
247
ABS Warning Lamp
247
Brake Assist
247
Parking Brake
248
Steering
252
Air Suspension System
252
Limited-Slip Axle
254
Preparing to Drive
254
Automatic Transmission Operation
255
Brake-Shift Interlock
255
Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
256
Understanding Gearshift Positions
256
Forced Downshifts
258
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
258
Control Trac Four-Wheel Drive (4X4) Operation
260
System Indicator Lights
261
Positions of the Control Trac System
261
Shifting from 2H to A4WD or 4H
263
Shifting from A4WD to 4H
263
Shifting from 2H, A4WD or 4H to 4L
263
Shifting from 4L to 4H, A4WD or 2H
264
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
264
Basic Operating Principles
265
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
265
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
265
Emergency Maneuvers
266
Control Trac Four–Wheel Drive System
267
Normal Characteristics
267
Sand
267
Mud and Water
268
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
269
Driving on Snow and Ice
270
Maintenance and Modifications
270
Driving through Water
271
Roadside Emergencies
272
Getting Roadside Assistance
272
Using Roadside Assistance
273
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
274
Hazard Flasher Switch
274
Fuses and Relays
276
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
276
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel / Power Distribution Box
277
Fuses
278
Changing the Tires
285
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
286
Spare Tire Information
288
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
288
Removing the Jack and Tools
288
Removing the Spare Tire
289
Tire Change Procedure
289
Stowing the Spare Tire
292
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
293
Jump Starting
293
Preparing Your Vehicle
294
Connecting the Jumper Cables
294
Removing the Jumper Cables
297
Wrecker Towing
299
Special Conditions
300
Customer Assistance
301
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
307
Cleaning
308
Exterior Chrome
308
Washing the Exterior
308
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
309
Paint Chips
309
Waxing
309
Engine
310
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
310
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
311
Windows and Wiper Blades
311
Cleaning the Climate Controlled Seats
312
Interior
312
Leather Seats
312
Leather Seats for the King Ranch Expedition Only
313
Scratches
313
Conditioning
314
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
314
Underbody
314
Maintenance and Specifications
316
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
316
Service Recommendations
316
Working with the Engine off
316
Opening the Hood
317
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
318
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
319
Windshield Washer Fluid
319
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
320
Changing the Wiper Blades
320
Checking the Engine Oil
321
Adding Engine Oil
322
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
323
Battery
324
Checking Engine Coolant
326
Adding Engine Coolant
328
Coolant Refill Capacity
330
Recycled Engine Coolant
330
Severe Climates
330
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
331
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
331
Fuel Filter
332
Fuel Information
332
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
332
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
332
Refueling
334
Fuel Filler Cap
335
Choosing the Right Fuel
336
Octane Recommendations
336
Cleaner Air
337
Fuel Quality
337
Measuring Techniques
337
Running out of Fuel
337
Calculating Fuel Economy
338
Filling the Tank
338
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
339
Habits
339
Conditions
340
EPA Window Sticker
340
Maintenance
340
Emission Control System
341
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
342
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
342
Power Steering Fluid
343
Brake Fluid
344
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
344
Transmission Fluid
344
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
345
Correct Fluid Level
345
High Fluid Level
345
Low Fluid Level
345
Air Filter
346
Changing the Air Filter Element
346
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
347
Motorcraft Part Numbers
348
Refill Capacities
349
Lubricant Specifications
352
Engine Data
354
Vehicle Dimensions
355
Identifying Your Vehicle
356
Safety Compliance Certification Label
356
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
357
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
358
Accessories
359
Lifestyle
360
Peace of Mind
360
Index
361
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Model
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Language
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