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EHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
Complete
Ford
built
vehicles
The
vehicle
identification
number
is
attached
to
your
vehicle
in
the
following
places:
•
The
top
of
the
instrument
panel
on
the
driver’
s
side.
2008
Econoline
(eco)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Maintenance
and
Specifications
275
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276
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Perchlorate Material
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
5
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Vehicle Modification Data Recording
7
Special Instructions
7
Notice to Owners of Diesel-Powered Vehicles
7
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
7
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
8
Using Your Vehicle as a Stationary Power Source (PTO)
8
Cell Phone Use
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Service Engine Soon
12
Electronic Throttle Control
13
Check Fuel Cap
13
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
14
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Engine Coolant Temperature
14
Low Tire Pressure Warning
15
Advancetrac
15
Transmission Tow/Haul Feature
15
Anti-Theft System
15
Overdrive off
16
Charging System
16
Speed Control
16
Low Fuel
16
Gauges
17
Speedometer
17
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
17
Odometer
17
Trip Odometer
18
Tachometer
18
Battery Voltage Gauge
18
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
18
Fuel Gauge
19
Entertainment Systems
20
AM/FM Stereo
20
Audio Systems
20
Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Single CD/MP3 Radio
22
Autoset
23
Fade
23
Treble
23
Folder/Track Mode
24
Setting the Clock
24
Cat
25
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
26
Accessory Delay
30
General Audio Information
30
Radio Frequencies
30
CD/CD Player Care
31
Radio Reception Factors
31
Climate Controls
32
Heater Only System
32
Operating Tips
32
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
33
Rear Fan Speed Adjustment
34
Lights
35
Battery Saver
35
Headlamp Control
35
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
36
Flash to Pass
36
High Beams
36
Panel Dimmer Control
37
Vertical and Horizontal Aim Adjustment
37
Vertical Aim Adjustment (Aerodynamic Headlamps)
38
Cargo and Dome Lamps with Rear Headliner
40
Interior Lamps
40
Third Row Courtesy/Reading/Cargo Lamps
40
Turn Signal Control
40
Bulb Replacement
41
Headlamp Condensation
41
Using the Right Bulbs
41
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
42
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
42
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
43
Replacing Headlamps (Sealed Beam)
43
Aerodynamic
44
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs
44
Sealed Beam
44
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
45
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
46
Replacing Stop/Turn/Tail/Side Marker/Backup Lamp Bulbs
46
Driver Controls
47
Courtesy Wipe Feature
47
Multi-Function Lever
47
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
47
Illuminated Visor Mirror
48
Overhead Console
48
Steering Wheel Adjustment
48
Tilt Steering Wheel
48
Installing a Garage Door Opener
49
Storage Compartment
49
Compass
50
Compass Zone Adjustment
50
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display
50
Outside Air Temperature
50
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
51
Compass Calibration Adjustment
51
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
52
Power Windows
52
Exterior Mirrors
53
Interior Mirror
53
Power Side View Mirrors
53
Spotter Mirror
53
Fold-Away Mirrors
54
Speed Control
54
Resuming a Set Speed
55
Setting Speed Control
55
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
56
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
56
Turning off Speed Control
57
Locks and Security
58
Keys
58
Power Door Locks
58
Memory Lock
58
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
59
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
59
Back Cargo Door Lock
60
E-Guard Cargo Protection System
60
E-Guard Cargo Protection System Features
60
E-Guard Cargo Protection System Procedure
60
Emergency Lock Release
61
Remote Entry System
62
Two Step Door Unlocking
63
One Step Door Unlocking
63
Switching from Two Step to One Step Door Unlocking
63
Locking the Doors
64
Car Finder
64
Sounding a Panic Alarm
64
Replacing the Battery
64
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
65
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
65
Illuminated Entry
66
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
66
Anti-Theft Indicator
67
Automatic Arming
67
Automatic Disarming
67
Replacement Keys
68
Programming Spare Keys
68
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
70
Seating and Safety Restraints
70
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
71
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
71
Rear Captains Chair Adjust — Passenger Side Only
72
Rear Seats
72
Quick-Release Captains Chair
73
To Install the Seat
73
To Remove the Seat
73
Rear Bench Seat
74
To Remove the Seats
74
Safety Restraints
77
Safety Restraints Precautions
77
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
78
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
79
Automatic Locking Mode
80
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
80
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
80
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
80
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
81
Safety Belt Pretensioner
81
Belt-Minder
82
Conditions of Operation
82
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
82
One-Time Disable
84
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
85
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
86
Safety Belt Maintenance
86
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
87
Important SRS Precautions
87
To Properly Position Yourself Away from the Airbag
88
Children and Airbags
89
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
89
Determining if the System Is Operational
91
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
91
Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch
92
Turning the Passenger Airbag off
92
Turning the Passenger Airbag Back on
93
NHTSA Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)
95
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)
96
Important Child Restraint Precautions
97
Safety Restraints for Children
97
Child Booster Seats
98
Children and Safety Belts
98
Types of Booster Seats
99
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
99
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
100
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
101
Safety Seats for Children
101
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
101
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt
102
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
105
Front Passenger Seating Position
105
Second Row Bucket Seats (Quads)
107
Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Row Bench Seats
108
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH
109
Fifteen Passenger Wagon
111
Tires, Wheels and Loading
113
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
113
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
114
Vehicle Characteristics
114
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
115
Treadwear
115
Glossary of Tire Terminology
116
Temperature a B C
116
Tires
116
Traction AA a B C
116
Inflating Your Tires
117
Tire Inflation
117
All Tires with Steel Carcass Plies
120
Tire Inflation Information
120
Inspecting Your Tires
121
Tire Care
121
Damage
122
Tire Wear
122
Tire Replacement Requirements
123
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
123
Safety Practices
124
Highway Hazards
125
Tire and Wheel Alignment
125
Tire Rotation
125
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
126
DRW – Six Tire Rotation
127
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
127
Information on “P” Type Tires
128
Information on “T” Type Tires
132
Location of the Tire Label
132
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
133
Changing Tires with TPMS
134
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
134
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
135
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
135
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
137
When Inflating Your Tires
137
Overview
138
TPMS Reset Procedure (if Applicable)
138
TPMS Reset Procedure
139
TPMS Reset Tips
139
TPMS Reset Tool
139
TPMS Reset Sequence
140
Left Front Tire
141
Before Tire Rotation
142
Rotation, Pressure Adjustment and TPMS Reset Example
142
Snow Tires and Chains
144
Base Curb Weight
145
Payload
145
Vehicle Curb Weight
145
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
145
Cargo Weight
147
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
147
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
147
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
149
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
149
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
149
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
151
Trailer Towing
151
Hitches
158
Preparing to Tow
158
Safety Chains
158
Trailer Brakes
158
Driving While You Tow
159
Servicing after Towing
159
Trailer Lamps
159
Using a Step Bumper
159
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
160
Trailer Towing Tips
160
Recreational Towing
161
Driving
162
Starting
162
Positions of the Ignition
162
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
162
Important Safety Precautions
163
Before Starting the Vehicle
163
Starting the Engine
164
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
164
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
165
Important Ventilating Information
165
Engine Block Heater
165
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
167
Brakes
167
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
167
Using ABS
168
ABS Warning Lamp
168
Parking Brake
168
Traction Control
169
Traction Control™/Advancetrac
170
Steering
173
To Help Prevent Damage to the Power Steering System
173
Traction-Lok Axle
174
Preparing to Drive
174
Vehicle Stability and Handling
175
Emergency Maneuvers
175
Automatic Transmission Operation
176
Brake-Shift Interlock
176
P (Park)
178
R (Reverse)
178
N (Neutral)
179
Drive
179
1 (First)
180
Forced Downshifts
180
D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul off
181
D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul on
181
To Put Your Vehicle in P (Park)
181
Understanding the Shift Positions of the 5–Speed Automatic
183
D (Drive) Without Overdrive
184
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
185
Reverse Sensing System
185
Vehicle Used as a Stationary Power Source
187
Driving through Water
188
Roadside Emergencies
189
Getting Roadside Assistance
189
Using Roadside Assistance
190
Hazard Flasher Control
190
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
191
Fuses and Relays
192
To Reset the Switch
192
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
193
Power Distribution Box
196
High-Current Fuses
197
Relay Modules
199
Instrument Panel Relay Module
199
Engine Compartment Relay Module
200
Changing the Tires
200
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
201
Full-Size Matching Spare Tire/Wheel Information
203
Stopping and Securing Your Vehicle
203
Spare Tire Information
203
To Remove the Spare Tire
204
Tire Change Procedure
204
Replacing the Tire
205
Front Axle Jacking Points
207
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
208
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
209
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
210
Preparing Your Vehicle
211
Connecting the Jumper Cables
211
Jump Starting
213
Removing the Jumper Cables
214
Emergencieswrecker
216
Wrecker Towing
216
Emergency Towing
217
Getting the Services You Need
218
Away from Home
218
Customer Assistance
218
Additional Assistance
219
Away from Home–Motorhome Service
219
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
224
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
225
Cleaning
226
Exterior Chrome
226
Washing the Exterior
226
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
227
Paint Chips
227
Waxing
227
Engine
228
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
229
Windows and Wiper Blades
229
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
230
Interior
230
Leather Seats
231
Underbody Preservation
231
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
232
Maintenance and Specifications
233
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
233
Service Recommendations
233
Working with the Engine off
233
Opening the Hood
234
Working with the Engine on
234
Engine Compartment Component Locations
235
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
235
Windshield Washer Fluid
236
Changing the Wiper Blades
237
Checking the Engine Oil
237
Engine Oil
237
Adding Engine Oil
238
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
239
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
239
Battery
240
Auxiliary Battery
241
Battery Relearn
242
Checking Engine Coolant
243
Engine Coolant
243
Adding Engine Coolant
244
Coolant Refill Capacity
247
If You Drive in Extremely Hot Climates
247
Recycled Engine Coolant
247
Severe Climates
247
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
248
If the Engine Begins to Overheat
248
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
248
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
248
Fuel Filter
249
Fuel Information
249
Fuel Filler Cap
252
Refueling
252
When Fueling Your Vehicle
252
FFV (Flex Fuel Vehicle) Fuel Cap
253
Choosing the Right Fuel
254
Cleaner Air
254
Octane Recommendations
254
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
254
FFV Engine
255
Fuel Quality
255
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
256
Filling the Tank
256
Measuring Techniques
256
Running out of Fuel
256
Calculating Fuel Economy
257
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
257
For Consistent Results When Filling the Fuel Tank
257
Conditions
258
Habits
258
Maintenance
258
Emission Control System
259
EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
259
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
260
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
261
Power Steering Fluid
262
Brake Fluid
263
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
264
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
264
Transmission Fluid
264
Correct Fluid Level
265
Low Fluid Level
265
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
267
High Fluid Level
267
Air Filter
268
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter
268
Changing the Air Filter Element
269
Motorcraft Part Numbers
270
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
271
Engine Data
274
Engine Drivebelt Routing
274
Complete Ford Built Vehicles
275
Vehicle Identification Number
275
Certification Label for Incomplete Vehicles
276
Transmission Code Designations
277
Accessories
278
Genuine Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
278
Exterior Style
278
Interior Style
278
Index
280
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Language
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