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OPENING
THE
HOOD
1.
Inside
the
vehicle,
pull
the
hood
release
handle
located
under
the
bottom
of
the
instrument
panel
near
the
steering
column.
2.
Go
to
the
front
of
the
vehicle
and
release
the
secondary
hood
latch
that
is
located
under
the
front
center
of
the
hood.
3.
Lift
the
hood
and
support
it
with
the
prop
rod.
2008
Edge
(edg)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Maintenance
and
Specifications
293
292
294
Table of Contents
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1
Table of Contents
1
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
4
Introduction
4
Perchlorate Material
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Event Data Recording
6
Service Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
6
Cell Phone Use
7
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Service Engine Soon
10
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Anti-Lock Brake System
12
Airbag Readiness
12
Safety Belt
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Low Tire Pressure Warning
13
Low Fuel
13
Speed Control
13
O/D off
13
Low Washer Fluid
14
Turn Signal
14
High Beams
14
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
14
Gauges
15
Speedometer
15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
15
Fuel Gauge
16
Tachometer
16
Odometer
16
Trip Odometer
17
Audio Systems
18
Entertainment Systems
18
Listening to the Radio
18
Quick Start — How to Get Going
18
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if Equipped)
19
Listening to Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
19
Accessory Delay
22
AM/FM Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
22
AM/FM Stereo with CD
22
In Satellite Radio Mode (if Equipped)
22
SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if Equipped)
23
Autoset
24
Rbds
24
Setting the Clock
24
COMPRESS (Compression)
26
Single Play/Dual Play
26
Track/Folder Mode
26
In Satellite Radio Mode
27
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
30
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
38
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
38
USB Port (if Equipped)
39
CD/CD Player Care
40
General Audio Information
40
Radio Frequencies
40
Radio Reception Factors
40
Audio System Warranty and Service
41
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
42
Sample MP3 Structure
42
Satellite Radio Channels
43
Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)
43
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
43
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
44
Family Entertainment System
45
Quick Start
46
To Play a DVD in the DVD System
46
To Play a CD in the DVD System
47
To Play an MP3 Disc in the DVD System
47
To Play an Auxiliary Source through the DVD System
48
To Listen to Audio over the Headphones (Dual Play Mode)
49
Using the Infrared (IR) Wireless Headphones
49
Using Wired Headphones (Not Included)
49
DVD Player Controls
50
To Adjust Display Brightness
50
Remote Control
53
Battery Replacement
56
Headphones
57
Wireless Headphones
57
To Operate the Headphones
59
Operation
60
Wired Headphones
60
Angle Mode
62
Menu Mode
62
Operation with an Aftermarket Audio System
62
Aspect Ratio
63
Language
63
Audio Cds
64
Subtitles
64
Playing MP3 Discs
65
CD, MP3 and CD Player Care
66
MP3 Disc Quality Factors
66
Playing a DVD
67
Frame by Frame
68
Headphone/Auxiliary Jacks
68
Slow Play
68
Audio Displays
69
Audio Interaction
70
Parental Control for the DVD System
70
General Information
71
Safety Information
71
Care and Service of the DVD Player
73
Environmental Extremes
73
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
73
Temperature Extremes
73
Cleaning DVD and CD Discs
74
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
74
Navigation System (if Equipped)
74
Sync (Late Availability — if Equipped)
74
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
75
Max A/C
75
Climate Controls
75
For Maximum Cooling Performance in MAX A/C Mode
76
Operating Tips
76
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
76
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (Datc) System with Heated Seats (if Equipped)
77
Cabin Air Filter (if Equipped)
80
Rear Window Defroster
80
Autolamp Control
81
Headlamp Control
81
Lights
81
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
82
Flash to Pass
82
Fog Lamp Control (if Equipped)
82
Aiming the Headlamps
83
Panel Dimmer Control
83
Vertical Aim Adjustment
83
Front Row Map Lamps (if Equipped)
85
Interior Lamps
85
Map/Dome Lamp (if Equipped)
85
Turn Signal Control
85
Bulb Replacement
86
Headlamp Condensation
86
Rear Courtesy Lamp
86
Using the Right Bulbs
86
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
87
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
87
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
87
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
88
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Sidemarker/Backup Lamp Bulbs
89
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
90
Courtesy Wipe Feature
91
Driver Controls
91
Multi-Function Lever
91
Windshield Washer
91
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
92
Steering Wheel Adjustment
92
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel
92
Forward Storage bin (if Equipped)
93
Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
93
Overhead Console
93
Slide on Rod Feature
93
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
94
Center Console (if Equipped)
94
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
95
One Touch down (AUTO)
96
Power Windows
96
Rear Window Buffeting
96
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
97
Interior Mirror
97
Window Lock
97
Exterior Mirrors
98
Power Side View Mirrors
98
Fold-Away Mirrors
99
Heated Outside Mirrors
99
Setting Speed Control
99
Disengaging Speed Control
100
Resuming a Set Speed
100
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
101
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
101
Radio Control Features
102
Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
102
Turning off Speed Control
102
Navigation System Hands Free Control Features (if Equipped)
103
Navigation System/Sync Hands Free Control Features (if Equipped)
104
Panoramic Vista Roof and Power Sunshades
104
SYNC System Hands Free Control Feature (if Equipped)
104
Homelink Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
106
Programming
106
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
108
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
108
Erasing Homelink Buttons
109
Mini Message Center (if Equipped)
109
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
109
Selectable Features
109
Autolamp (if Equipped)
110
Message Center (if Equipped)
110
Odometer/Trip Odometer
110
Reverse Sensing System (Park Assist) (if Equipped)
110
Distance to Empty (DTE)
111
Info Menu
111
Reset
111
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
112
Average Speed
112
Compass Display (if Equipped)
112
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
113
Setup Menu
114
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
114
Autolamp Delay
115
System Check
115
Units (English/Metric)
115
Autolock
116
Autounlock
116
Easy Entry/Exit (if Equipped)
116
Power Liftgate (if Equipped)
117
Reverse Sensing System (Park Aid) (if Equipped)
117
System Warnings
117
Manual Liftgate (if Equipped)
120
Positive Retention Floor Mat (if Equipped)
120
To Install Floor Mats that Have a Retention Post
120
Liftgate Ajar Signal
121
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
121
Power Liftgate (Plg) (if Equipped)
121
To Manually Operate the Liftgate
123
To Power Close the Liftgate with the Rear Cargo Area Control Button
123
To Power Open the Liftgate with Outside Liftgate Control Button
123
Cargo Management System (if Equipped)
124
Obstacle Detection
124
Resetting the Power Liftgate
124
Luggage Rack (if Equipped)
125
Locks and Security
126
Keys
126
Recommended Handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
127
Power Door Locks
128
Smart Locks
128
Autolock Feature
128
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
129
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
129
Keyless Entry Key Pad Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
130
Autounlock Feature
130
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
130
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
131
Keyless Entry Key Pad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
131
Childproof Door Locks
132
Remote Entry System
132
Unlocking the Doors/Two Stage Unlock
134
Locking the Doors
134
Opening the Power Liftgate (if Equipped)
135
Car Finder
135
Sounding a Panic Alarm
135
Memory Seat Feature (if Equipped)
135
Activating the Memory Feature
136
Deactivating the Memory Feature
136
Replacing the Battery
136
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
137
How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
137
Illuminated Entry
137
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
138
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
138
Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
139
Battery Saver
139
Programming a Personal Entry Code and Keypad Association to Memory Seats and Mirrors (if Equipped)
140
Erasing Personal Code
140
Anti-Scan Feature
141
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
141
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
141
Anti-Theft Indicator
142
Automatic Arming
142
Automatic Disarming
142
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
143
Programming Spare Keys
143
Adjustable Head Restraints
145
Seating and Safety Restraints
145
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat (if Equipped)
146
Using the Manual Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
146
Folding down the Front Passenger Seatback (if Equipped)
147
Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
148
Tilt Function
149
Easy-Entry/Easy-Exit Feature (if Equipped)
150
Memory Seat and Mirrors (if Equipped)
150
Head Restraints
151
Heated Seats (if Equipped)
151
Rear Seats
151
Folding down the 60/40 Rear Seats
152
2Nd Row Easyfold Seatback Release
153
2Nd Row Manual Folding Seat
153
Adjusting the Second Row Seatback
154
Returning the 2Nd Row Seatback to the Upright Position
154
Returning the 2Nd Row Armrest to the Upright Position
155
Seat Mounted Armrest and Cupholders
155
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
156
Personal Safety System
156
Safety Restraints
156
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
157
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
157
Front Crash Severity Sensor
157
Front Passenger Sensing System
157
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
158
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
158
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
158
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
158
Safety Belt Precautions
159
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
160
Automatic Locking Mode
161
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard
161
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
161
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
161
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
162
Safety Belt Pretensioner
162
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
162
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
163
Second Row Comfort Guide
163
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
164
To Adjust the Comfort Guide
164
Safety Belt Maintenance
165
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
165
Belt-Minder
166
Conditions of Operation
166
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
169
One Time Disable
169
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
171
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
171
Children and Airbags
173
How Does the Safety Belt Pretensioner and Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
173
Determining if the System Is Operational
179
If the Airbag Readiness Light Is Lit
179
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
180
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
181
Safety Canopy System
183
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
184
Children and Safety Belts
186
Important Child Restraint Precautions
186
Safety Restraints for Children
186
Child Booster Seats
187
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
187
Types of Booster Seats
188
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
189
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
190
Safety Seats for Children
190
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
191
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
194
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
195
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System (if Equipped)
198
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
198
Tires, Wheels and Loading
198
Vehicle Characteristics
198
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
199
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
200
Traction AA a B C
200
Treadwear
200
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades
200
Glossary of Tire Terminology
201
Temperature a B C
201
Tires
201
Inflating Your Tires
202
Tire Inflation
202
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
203
Inspecting Your Tires
204
Tire Care
204
Damage
205
Tire Wear
205
Tire Replacement Requirements
206
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
206
Safety Practices
207
Highway Hazards
208
Tire and Wheel Alignment
208
Tire Rotation
208
Front Wheel Drive
209
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
209
Information on “P” Type Tires
210
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
213
Information on “T” Type Tires
214
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (if Equipped)
215
Changing Tires with TPMS
216
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
216
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
217
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
217
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
218
When Inflating Your Tires
218
Base Curb Weight
219
Snow Tires and Chains
219
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
219
Payload
220
Vehicle Curb Weight
220
Cargo Weight
221
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
221
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
222
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
222
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
222
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
223
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
223
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
223
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
223
Trailer Towing
225
Hitches
227
Safety Chains
227
Trailer Brakes
227
Trailer Lamps
227
Driving While You Tow
228
Servicing after Towing
228
Trailer Tow Connector (Equipped on Vehicles with a Class II Trailer Tow/Prep Package)
228
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
229
Recreational Towing
229
Trailer Towing Tips
229
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicles
230
Driving
231
Starting
231
Positions of the Ignition
231
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
231
Important Safety Precautions
232
Starting the Engine
233
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
234
Important Ventilating Information
234
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
235
Brakes
236
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
236
Using ABS
236
ABS Warning Lamp
237
Parking Brake
237
Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (Rsc) Stability Enhancement System
238
Traction Control
238
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
239
Roll Stability Control (RSC)
239
Advancetrac with RSC Button and Icon Functionality
240
Steering
241
Automatic Transmission Operation
242
Brake-Shift Interlock
242
Automatic Transaxle Adaptive Learning
243
Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 6–Speed Automatic Transaxle
243
Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
245
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
245
Driving Off-Highway with AWD Vehicles
247
Basic Operating Principles
248
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
248
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
248
Emergency Maneuvers
249
AWD Systems (if Equipped)
249
Sand
249
Mud and Water
250
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
251
Driving on Snow and Ice
252
Maintenance and Modifications
252
Driving through Water
253
Roadside Emergencies
254
Getting Roadside Assistance
254
Using Roadside Assistance
255
Hazard Flasher Control
255
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
256
Fuses and Relays
256
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
257
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
257
Fuses Codes
258
Power Distribution Box
260
High-Current Fuses
261
Changing the Tires
264
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
264
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
266
Removing the Spare Tire and Jack
266
Tire Change Procedure
267
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire and Jack
268
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
269
Jump Starting
270
Preparing Your Vehicle
270
Connecting the Jumper Cables
271
Removing the Jumper Cables
273
Wrecker Towing
275
Customer Assistance
277
Additional Assistance
279
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
283
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
284
Cleaning
285
Exterior Chrome
285
Washing the Exterior
285
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
286
Paint Chips
286
Waxing
286
3.5L Engine
287
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
287
Panoramic Roof Deflector (if Equipped)
288
Windows and Wiper Blades
288
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
289
Interior
290
Leather Seats (if Equipped)
290
Underbody
290
Maintenance and Specifications
292
Service Recommendations
292
Working with the Engine off
292
Working with the Engine on
292
Opening the Hood
293
3.5L V6 Engine
294
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
294
Changing the Wiper Blades
295
Windshield Washer Fluid
295
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
296
Checking the Engine Oil
296
Adding Engine Oil
298
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
299
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
299
Battery
300
Checking Engine Coolant
302
Adding Engine Coolant
303
Coolant Refill Capacity
305
Recycled Engine Coolant
305
Severe Climates
305
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
306
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
306
Fuel Filter
307
Fuel Information
307
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
307
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
307
Refueling
309
Fuel Filler Cap
310
Choosing the Right Fuel
311
Octane Recommendations
311
Cleaner Air
312
Fuel Quality
312
Running out of Fuel
312
Calculating Fuel Economy
313
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
313
Filling the Tank
313
Measuring Techniques
313
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
314
Habits
314
Conditions
315
EPA Window Sticker
315
Maintenance
315
Emission Control System
316
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
317
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
318
Brake Fluid
319
Power Steering Fluid
319
Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid
320
Correct Fluid Level
320
Low Fluid Level
320
Air Filter(S)
321
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
321
Changing the Air Filter Element
322
Motorcraft Part Numbers
323
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
324
Engine Data
326
Engine Drivebelt Routing
326
Identifying Your Vehicle
327
Safety Compliance Certification Label
327
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
327
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
328
Accessories
329
Index
331
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Model
2008 EDGE
Category
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Language
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