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FCC and RSS-210 Industry CanadaCompliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of IndustryCanada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications to your devicenot expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance can void theuser ’s authority to operate the equipment.

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12 Volt DC Power Point

WARNING

Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket (if equipped). Improper use

of the lighter can cause damage notcovered by your warranty, and can resultin fire or serious injury.

Note: If used when the engine is not running, the battery will discharge. There may be insufficient power to restart your engine.

Note: Do not insert objects other than an accessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the outlet and blow the fuse.

Note: Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.

Note: Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or a fuse may blow.

Note: Do not use the power point for operating a cigar lighter element.

Note: Improper use of the power point cancause damage not covered by your warranty.

Note: Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.

Run the engine for full capacity use of thepower point. To prevent the battery frombeing discharged:• do not use the power point longer than

necessary when the engine is notrunning• do not leave devices plugged in

overnight or when the vehicle is parkedfor extended periods.

LocationsPower points may be found:

• in the front of the center console• inside the center console storage bin• on the rear of the center console.

110 Volt AC Power Points (If Equipped)

WARNINGDo not keep electrical devicesplugged in the power points whenthe devices are not in use. Do not use

any extension cord with the 110 volt ACpower points, since it will defeat the safetyprotection design. Do not use a singlepower point to power multiple devices. It

may cause the power point to exceed the150 watt load limit and overload, resultingin fire or serious injury.

Note: Keep the engine running to use the power points.

Some vehicles may come equipped withmore than one power point. One may belocated on the rear of the center console.

The second one (if equipped) may belocated on the instrument panel. You canuse your power points for poweringelectrical devices that require up to 150watts.

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When the indicator light, located on thepower point, is:• on — the power point is ready to supply

power.• off — the power point power supply isoff; ignition is not on.

• flashing — the power point is in faultmode.

The power point temporarily turns offpower if the 150 watt limit is exceeded. Itcan also switch to a fault mode when it isoverloaded, overheated, or shorted. Unplugyour device and switch the ignition off, andthen switch the ignition back on foroverloading and shorting conditions. Letthe system cool off, and then turn theignition off, and then switch the ignitionback on for an overheating condition.

The power points are not designed forelectric devices such as:• cathode ray tube type televisions• motor loads, for example vacuum

cleaners, electric saws and otherelectric power tools, orcompressor-driven refrigerators

• measuring devices which processprecise data, for example medicalequipment or measuring equipment

• other appliances requiring an extremelystable power supply, for examplemicrocomputer-controlled electricblankets or touch sensor lamps.

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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Stow items in the cupholder carefully as

items may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or collisions, includinghot drinks which may spill.

Available console features include:• Locking storage compartment with

hanging file folder supports• Utility compartment with coin holder

slots, cardholder and pen holder (onunderside of lid)

• Storage for laptop computer• 12-volt power point inside the storage

compartment and one on the rear ofthe console

• Front and rear cupholders• Rear-passenger air registers.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IFEQUIPPED)

Press near the rear edge of the door toopen it.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNINGS

Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and

exhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.

Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats up

the engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.

Do not start the engine in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always

open the garage door before you start theengine.

If you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealer

immediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes.

If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 miles(8 kilometers) after you reconnect it. Thisis because the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.

The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.

IGNITION SWITCH

A (off) - The ignition is off.Note: When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.

B (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories, such as the radio, to operatewhile the engine is not running.

Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this position for too long. This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.C (on) - All electrical circuits areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.

D (start) - Cranks the engine.

STARTING A GASOLINEENGINE

When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases, this helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have yourvehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

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Before starting the engine check thefollowing:• Make sure all occupants have fastened

their safety belts.• Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.

• Make sure the parking brake is on.• Move the transmission selector lever

to position P .• Turn the ignition key to the on position.

Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.1. Fully press the brake pedal.

2. Turn the key to the start position tostart the engine. Release the key whenthe engine starts.

Note: The engine may continue crankingfor up to 15 seconds or until it starts.

Note: If you cannot start the engine on thefirst try, wait for a short period and try again.

Failure to StartIf you cannot start the engine after three

attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow thisprocedure:

1. Fully press the brake pedal.2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and

hold it there.3. Start the engine.

Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary 1. Move the transmission selector lever

to position P .2. Turn the key to the off position.3. Apply the parking brake.

Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving

WARNINGSwitching off the engine when thevehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering assistance.

The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. When the ignition isswitched off, some electrical circuits,warning lamps and indicators may also beoff.

1. Move the transmission selector lever

to position N and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.2. When your vehicle has stopped, move

the transmission selector lever toposition P and turn the key to the offposition.

3. Apply the parking brake.

Cold Weather Starting (FlexibleFuel Vehicles Only)

The starting characteristics of all gradesof E85 ethanol make it unsuitable for usewhen ambient temperatures fall below0°F (-18°C). Consult your fuel distributorfor the availability of winter grade ethanol.As the outside temperature approachesfreezing, ethanol fuel distributors shouldsupply winter grade ethanol (same as withunleaded gasoline). If summer gradeethanol is used in cold weather conditions,0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C), you mayexperience increased cranking times, roughidle or hesitation until the engine haswarmed up.

You may experience a decrease in peakperformance when the engine is cold whenoperating on E85 ethanol.

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Do not crank the engine for more than 10seconds at a time as starter damage mayoccur. If the engine fails to start, turn thekey to off and wait 30 seconds beforetrying again.Do not use starting fluid such as ether inthe air intake system. Such fluid couldcause immediate explosive damage to theengine and possible personal injury.

If you should experience cold weatherstarting problems on E85 ethanol, andneither an alternative brand of E85 ethanolnor an engine block heater is available, theaddition of unleaded gasoline to your tank

improves cold starting performance. Yourvehicle is designed to operate on E85ethanol alone, unleaded gasoline alone, orany mixture of the two.

If the Engine Fails to Start Using thePreceding Instructions (Flexible FuelVehicles Only)

1. Press and hold down the acceleratorone-third to one-half the way to thefloor, then crank the engine.

2. When the engine starts, release thekey, then gradually release theaccelerator pedal as the engine speedsup. If the engine still fails to start,repeat Step 1.

Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

WARNINGIf you smell exhaust fumes insideyour vehicle, have your vehiclechecked by your authorized dealer

immediately. Do not drive your vehicle ifyou smell exhaust fumes. Carbonmonoxide is present in exhaust fumes.Take precautions to avoid its dangerouseffects.

Important Ventilating InformationIf you stop your vehicle and the leave theengine idling for long periods of time, we

recommend that you do one of thefollowing:• Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5

centimeters)• Set your climate control to outside air.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IFEQUIPPED)

WARNINGSFailure to follow engine block heaterinstructions could result in propertydamage or serious personal injury.

Do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk

of electrical shock.

Note: The heater is most effective when

outdoor temperatures are below 0°F (-18°C).

The heater acts as a starting aid bywarming the engine coolant. This allowsthe climate control system to respondquickly. The equipment includes a heaterelement (installed in the engine block) anda wire harness. You can connect thesystem to a grounded 120-volt ACelectrical source.

We recommend that you do the followingfor a safe and correct operation:• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord

that is product certified byUnderwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) orCanadian Standards Association(CSA). This extension cord must besuitable for use outdoors, in cold

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temperatures, and be clearly markedSuitable for Use with OutdoorAppliances. Do not use an indoorextension cord outdoors. This couldresult in an electric shock or become afire hazard.

• Use as short an extension cord aspossible.

• Do not use multiple extension cords.• Make sure that when in operation, the

extension cord plug and heater cordplug connections are free and clear ofwater. This could cause an electricshock or fire.

• Make sure your vehicle is parked in aclean area, clear of combustibles.

• Make sure the heater, heater cord andextension cord are firmly connected.

• Check for heat anywhere in theelectrical hookup once the system hasbeen operating for approximately 30minutes.

• Make sure the system is unplugged andproperly stowed before driving your

vehicle. Make sure the protective coverseals the prongs of the block heatercord plug when not in use.

• Make sure the heater system ischecked for proper operation beforewinter.

Using the Engine Block HeaterMake sure the receptacle terminals areclean and dry prior to use. Clean them with

a dry cloth if necessary.The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hoursof energy per hour of use. The system doesnot have a thermostat. It achievesmaximum temperature afterapproximately three hours of operation.Using the heater longer than three hoursdoes not improve system performance andunnecessarily uses electricity.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGS

Do not overfill the fuel tank. Thepressure in an overfilled tank maycause leakage and lead to fuel spray

and fire.

The fuel system may be underpressure. If you hear a hissing soundnear the fuel filler door, do not refuel

until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause seriouspersonal injury.

Automotive fuels can cause seriousinjury or death if you misuse ormishandle them.

Fuel ethanol and gasoline maycontain benzene, which is acancer-causing agent.

When refueling always shut theengine off and never allow sparks oropen flames near the filler neck.

Never smoke or use a cell phone whilerefueling. Fuel vapor is extremelyhazardous under certain conditions. Avoidinhaling excess fumes.

The flow of fuel through a fuel pumpnozzle can produce static electricity,which can cause a fire if you pump

fuel into an ungrounded fuel container.

Observe the following guidelines whenhandling automotive fuel:

• Extinguish all smoking materials andany open flames before refueling yourvehicle.

•

Automotive fuels can be harmful orfatal if swallowed. Fuel such asgasoline is highly toxic and ifswallowed can cause death orpermanent injury. If swallowed, call aphysician immediately, even if nosymptoms are immediately apparent.The toxic effects of fuel may not bevisible for hours.

• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling toomuch fuel vapor of any kind can lead

to eye and respiratory tract irritation.In severe cases, excessive or prolongedbreathing of fuel vapor can causeserious illness and permanent injury.

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. Ifyou splash fuel in your eyes, removecontact lenses (if worn), flush withwater for 15 minutes and seek medicalattention. Failure to seek propermedical attention could lead topermanent injury.

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbedthrough the skin. If you splash fuel onyour skin, clothing or both, promptlyremove contaminated clothing andwash your skin thoroughly with soapand water. Repeated or prolonged skincontact with fuel liquid or vapor causesskin irritation.

• Be particularly careful if you are taking“ Antabuse ” or other forms of disulfiramfor the treatment of alcoholism.Breathing gasoline vapors, or skincontact could cause an adversereaction. In sensitive individuals, seriouspersonal injury or sickness may result.If you splash fuel on your skin, promptlywash your skin thoroughly with soapand water. Consult a physicianimmediately if you experience anadverse reaction.

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FUEL QUALITY

Use of any fuel other than thoserecommended may cause powertraindamage and a loss of vehicle performance;repairs may not be covered under warranty.

Choosing the Right Fuel Withouta Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)Use only UNLEADED gasoline orUNLEADED gasoline blended with amaximum of 15% ethanol in your gasolinevehicle. If your vehicle is a Flex Fuel Vehicle(FFV), it will have a yellow bezel placed

over the fuel fill inlet.Do not use:• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol

or E-85 fuel.• Fuel with methanol.• Fuels containing metallic based

additives, including manganese-basedcompounds.

• Fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT)

• Leaded fuel (The use of leaded fuel isprohibited by law).

Note: Use of any fuel other than recommended fuel can cause powertraindamage, impair the emission control systemor cause loss of vehicle performance. Any damage to vehicle that is caused by use of fuel not recommended will not be covered under warranty.

Choosing the Right Fuel With aFlex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)Use only UNLEADED gasoline orUNLEADED gasoline blended with amaximum of 85% ethanol (E-85) in yourFlex Fuel Vehicle (FFV). If your vehicle isflex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezelplaced over the fuel fill inlet.

Do not use:• Fuels containing more than 85%

ethanol or E-100 fuel.• Fuel with methanol.• Fuels containing metallic based

additives, including manganese-basedcompounds.

• Fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT)

• Leaded fuel (The use of leaded fuel isprohibited by law).

Note: Use of any fuel other than recommended fuel can cause powertraindamage, impair the emission control systemor cause loss of vehicle performance. Any damage to vehicle that is caused by use of fuel not recommended will not be covered under warranty.

Octane Recommendations

Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However, if itknocks heavily under most drivingconditions while you are using fuel with the

recommended octane rating, see yourauthorized dealer to prevent any enginedamage.

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3.7L V6, 5.0L V8 and 6.2L V8 Engines

Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is

recommended. Some stations offer fuelsposted as Regular with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in high altitude areas.Fuels with octane levels below 87 are notrecommended.

3.5L V6 EcoBoost Engine

Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some stations offer fuelsposted as Regular with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in high altitude areas.Fuels with octane levels below 87 are notrecommended.

Premium fuel will provide improvedperformance and is recommended forsevere duty usage such as trailer tow.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

Avoid running out of fuel. This situation

may have an adverse effect on powertraincomponents.

If you have run out of fuel:• You may need to cycle the ignition from

Off to On several times after refuelingto allow the fuel system to pump thefuel from the fuel tank to the engine.On restarting, cranking time will take afew seconds longer than normal.

• Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of

fuel is enough to restart the engine. Ifthe vehicle is out of fuel and on a steepgrade, more than 1 gallon (3.8 liters)may be required.

• The service engine soon indicator maycome on. For more information on theservice engine soon indicator, SeeWarning Lamps and Indicators(page 82).

• For information on calculating DTE(Distance to empty), See InstrumentCluster (page 81).

Refilling With a Portable FuelContainer

WARNINGSDo not insert the nozzle of portablefuel containers or aftermarketfunnels into the Easy Fuel “ no cap ”

fuel system. This could damage the fuelsystem and its seal, and may cause fuel torun onto the ground instead of filling thetank, which could result in serious personalinjury.

Do not try to pry open or push openthe Easy Fuel “ no cap ” fuel systemwith foreign objects. This could

damage the fuel system and its seal andcause injury to you or others.

Note: When filling the vehicle ’ s fuel tankfrom a portable fuel container, use thefunnel included with the vehicle.

With the Easy Fuel “ no cap ” fuel system,use the following directions when fillingfrom a portable fuel container:

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1. Locate the white plastic funnel.• In SuperCab and SuperCrew

vehicles, it is located under the

second row driver side seat nearthe spare tire toolbox.• On regular cab vehicles, the funnel

is located behind the driver seat.Slowly insert the portable fuelcontainer into the fuel filler opening.

2. Fill the vehicle with fuel from theportable fuel container.

3. When done, clean the funnel orproperly dispose of it. You canpurchase extra funnels from yourauthorized dealer if you choose todispose of the funnel. Do not useaftermarket funnels; they will not workwith the Easy Fuel system and candamage it. The included funnel hasbeen specially designed to work safelywith your vehicle.

REFUELING

WARNINGSFuel vapor burns violently and a fuelfire can cause severe injuries.

Read and follow all the instructionson the pump island.

Turn off your engine when you arerefueling.

Do not smoke if you are near fuel orrefueling your vehicle.

Keep sparks, flames and smokingmaterials away from fuel.

Stay outside your vehicle and do notleave the fuel pump unattendedwhen refueling your vehicle. This is

against the law in some places.

Keep children away from the fuelpump; never let children pump fuel.

WARNINGSDo not use personal electronicdevices while refueling.

Use the following guidelines to avoidelectrostatic charge build-up when fillingan ungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the

ground.• Do not fill a fuel container while it is in

the vehicle (including the cargo area).• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact

with the fuel container while filling.• Do not use a device that would hold

the fuel pump handle in the fill position.

Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System

WARNINGThe fuel system may be underpressure. If you hear a hissing soundnear the fuel filler door, do not refuel

until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause seriouspersonal injury.

When fueling your vehicle:

1. Put the vehicle in P (Park) and turn theignition off.

2. Open the fuel filler door.

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3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fullyinto the fuel system, and leave thenozzle fully inserted to open both doorsuntil you are done pumping. Holdhandle higher during insertion for easieraccess.

4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowlyremove the fuel filler nozzle — allowabout 5 to 10 seconds after pumpingfuel before removing the fuel fillernozzle. This allows residual fuel todrain back into the fuel tank and notspill onto the vehicle.

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill thetank. The fill pipe is equiped with a drain hole. Excess fuel due to overfill may drainthrough the drain hole and drip onto the ground."

If the fuel fill inlet was not properly closed,a Check Fuel Fill Inlet message mayappear on the instrument cluster.

At the next opportunity, do the following:

1. Safely pull off the road.2. Put the vehicle in P (Park) and turn the

ignition off.3. Open the fuel filler door and remove

any visible debris from the fuel fillopening.

4. Insert either the fuel fill nozzle or thefuel fill funnel provided with the vehicleseveral times to allow the inlet to closeproperly. This will dislodge any debrispreventing the inlet from sealing.

If this action corrects the problem, themessage may not reset immediately. Itmay take several driving cycles for themessage to turn off. A driving cycleconsists of an engine start-up (after 4 ormore hours with the engine off) followedby city or highway driving. Continuing todrive with the message on may cause theservice engine soon lamp to turn on aswell.

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Empty reserve is the amount of fuelremaining in the tank after the fuel gaugeindicates empty. The amount of usablefuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range.• The usable capacity of the fuel tank is

the amount of fuel that can be addedinto the tank after the gauge indicatesempty

• The advertised capacity is the total fueltank size. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 296). It is thecombined usable capacity plus theempty reserve.

• Due to the empty reserve, you may notbe able to refuel the full amount of theadvertised capacity of the fuel tank

even when the fuel gauge reads empty.Filling the TankFor consistent results when filling the fueltank:

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• Turn the ignition off before fueling; aninaccurate reading results if the engineis left running.

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Use the same fill rate(low-medium-high) each time the tankis filled.

• Allow no more than two automaticclick-offs when filling.

Results are most accurate when the fillingmethod is consistent.

Calculating Fuel Economy Do not measure fuel economy during the

first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) ofdriving (this is your engine ’s break-inperiod); a more accurate measurement isobtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuelgauge readings are not accurate ways tomeasure fuel economy.

1. Fill the fuel tank completely and recordthe initial odometer reading.

2. Each time you fill the tank, record theamount of fuel added.

3. After at least 3 to 5 tank fill ups, fill thefuel tank and record the currentodometer reading.

4. Subtract your initial odometer readingfrom the current odometer reading.

5. Calculate fuel economy by dividingmiles traveled by gallons used (ForMetric: Multiply liters used by 100, thendivide by kilometers traveled).

Keep a record for at least 1 month andrecord the type of driving (city or highway).This provides an accurate estimate of thevehicle ’s fuel economy under currentdriving conditions. Additionally, keepingrecords during summer and winter showhow temperature impacts fuel economy.In general, lower temperatures mean lowerfuel economy.

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a

trailer may reduce fuel economy at any

speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may

reduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400pounds [180 kilograms] of weightcarried).

• Adding certain accessories to yourvehicle (for example bug deflectors,rollbars/light bars, running boards, skiracks) may reduce fuel economy.

•

Using fuel blended with alcohol maylower fuel economy.• Fuel economy may decrease with lower

temperatures during the first 8 – 10miles (12 – 16 kilometers) of driving.

• Driving on flat terrain offers improvedfuel economy as compared to drivingon hilly terrain.

• Transmissions give their best fueleconomy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressureon the gas pedal.

• Close windows for high speed driving.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

WARNINGSDo not park, idle, or drive your vehiclein dry grass or other dry ground cover.The emission system heats up the

engine compartment and exhaust system,which can start a fire.

Exhaust leaks may result in entry ofharmful and potentially lethal fumesinto the passenger compartment. If

you smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your dealer inspect yourvehicle immediately. Do not drive if yousmell exhaust fumes.

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Your vehicle is equipped with variousemission control components and acatalytic converter that will enable yourvehicle to comply with applicable exhaustemission standards. To make sure that thecatalytic converter and other emissioncontrol components continue to workproperly:• Use only the specified fuel listed.• Avoid running out of fuel.• Do not turn off the ignition while your

vehicle is moving, especially at highspeeds.

• Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.

The scheduled maintenance items listedin scheduled maintenance information areessential to the life and performance ofyour vehicle and to its emissions system.

If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraftor Ford-authorized parts for maintenancereplacements, or for service ofcomponents affecting emission control,such non-Ford parts should be theequivalent to genuine Ford Motor Companyparts in performance and durability.

Illumination of the service engine soonindicator, charging system warning light orthe temperature warning light, fluid leaks,strange odors, smoke or loss of enginepower could indicate that the emissioncontrol system is not working properly.

An improperly operating or damaged

exhaust system may allow exhaust toenter the vehicle. Have a damaged orimproperly operating exhaust systeminspected and repaired immediately.

Do not make any unauthorized changes toyour vehicle or engine. By law, vehicleowners and anyone who manufactures,repairs, services, sells, leases, tradesvehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehiclesare not permitted to intentionally remove

an emission control device or prevent itfrom working. Information about yourvehicle ’s emission system is on the VehicleEmission Control Information Decallocated on or near the engine. This decalalso lists engine displacement

Please consult your warranty informationfor complete details.

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)Your vehicle is equipped with an on-boarddiagnostics system (OBD-II) that monitorsthe engine ’s emission control system. Thissystem protects the environment by

ensuring that your vehicle continues tomeet government emission standards. TheOBD-II system also assists your authorizeddealer in properly servicing your vehicle.

When the service engine soonindicator illuminates, the OBD-IIsystem has detected a

malfunction. Temporary malfunctions maycause the service engine soon indicator toilluminate.

Examples of temporary malfunctions are:• the vehicle has run out of fuel — the

engine may misfire or run poorly• poor fuel quality or water in the

fuel — the engine may misfire or runpoorly

• the fuel fill inlet may not have beenproperly closed See Refueling (page142).

• driving through deep water — theelectrical system may be wet.

You can correct these temporarymalfunctions by filling the fuel tank withgood quality fuel, properly closing the fuelfill inlet or letting the electrical system dryout. After three driving cycles without theseor any other temporary malfunctions

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present, the service engine soon indicatorshould stay off the next time you start theengine. A driving cycle consists of a coldengine startup followed by mixedcity/highway driving. No additional vehicleservice is required.

If the service engine soon indicator remainson, have your vehicle serviced at the firstavailable opportunity. Although somemalfunctions detected by the OBD-II maynot have symptoms that are apparent,continued driving with the service enginesoon indicator on can result in increasedemissions, lower fuel economy, reducedengine and transmission smoothness, andlead to more costly repairs.

Readiness forInspection/Maintenance (I/M)TestingSome state/provincial and localgovernments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programsto inspect the emission control equipmenton your vehicle. Failure to pass this

inspection could prevent you from gettinga vehicle registration.

If the service engine soonindicator is on or the bulb doesnot work, you may need to have

the vehicle serviced. See On-BoardDiagnostics (OBD-II).

Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test ifthe service engine soon indicator is on ornot working properly (bulb is burned out),

or if the OBD-II system has determinedthat some of the emission control systemshave not been properly checked. In thiscase, your vehicle is not ready for I/Mtesting.

If the vehicle ’s engine or transmission hasjust been serviced, or the battery hasrecently run down or been replaced, theOBD-II system may indicate that thevehicle is not ready for I/M testing. Todetermine if the vehicle is ready for I/Mtesting, turn the ignition key to the onposition for 15 seconds without crankingthe engine. If the service engine soonindicator blinks eight times, it means thatthe vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; ifthe service engine soon indicator stays onsolid, it means that the vehicle is ready forI/M testing.

The OBD-II system monitors the emissioncontrol system during normal driving. Acomplete check may take several days. Ifthe vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, youmay need to perform the following drivingcycle consisting of mixed city and highwaydriving:

Drive on an expressway or highway for asteady 15 minutes, followed by 20 minutesof stop-and-go driving with at least four30-second idle periods.

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eighthours without starting the engine. Then,start the engine and complete the abovedriving cycle. The engine must warm up toits normal operating temperature. Oncestarted, do not turn off the engine until theabove driving cycle is complete. If thevehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, youwill have to repeat the above driving cycle.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

WARNINGS

Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition

to the off position and remove the keywhenever you leave your vehicle.

Do not use the tow/haul featurewhen driving in icy or slipperyconditions as the increased engine

braking can cause the rear wheels to slideand the vehicle to swing around with thepossible loss of vehicle control.

Understanding the Shift Positionsof a 6 – Speed AutomaticTransmission (If Equipped)

Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:

1. Fully press down the brake pedal.2. Move the gearshift lever into the

desired gear.3. Come to a complete stop.4. Move the gearshift lever and securely

latch it in P (Park).

P (Park)

This position locks the transmission andprevents the rear wheels from turning.

R (Reverse)

With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), thevehicle will move backward. Always come

to a complete stop before shifting into andout of R (Reverse).

N (Neutral)

With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), thevehicle can be started and is free to roll.Hold the brake pedal down while in thisposition.

D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul off

D (Overdrive) with tow/haul off is the

normal driving position for the best fueleconomy. The overdrive function allowsautomatic upshifts and downshifts throughgears one through six.

D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul on

Column-shift transmission:

Floor-shift transmission:

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The tow/haul feature improvestransmission operation when towing a

trailer or a heavy load. All transmissiongear ranges are available when usingtow/haul.

To activate tow/haul, press thebutton on the gearshift lever.The TOW HAUL indicator light

will illuminate in the instrument cluster.

Tow/haul delays upshifts to reducefrequency of transmission shifting.Tow/haul also provides engine braking inall forward gears when the transmission isin the D (Overdrive) position; this enginebraking will slow the vehicle and assist thedriver in controlling the vehicle whendescending a grade. Depending on drivingconditions and load conditions, thetransmission may downshift, slow thevehicle and control the vehicle speed whendescending a hill, without the acceleratorpedal being pressed. The amount ofdownshift braking provided will vary basedupon the amount the brake pedal ispressed.

To deactivate the tow/haul feature andreturn to normal driving mode, press thebutton on the end of the gearshift lever.The TOW HAUL light will no longer beilluminated.

Tow/haul will also deactivate when thevehicle is powered down.

WARNINGDo not use the tow/haul featurewhen driving in icy or slippery

conditions as the increased enginebraking can cause the rear wheels to slideand the vehicle to swing around with thepossible loss of vehicle control.

M (Manual) without Overdrive

With the gearshift lever in M (Manual), thedriver can change gears up or down asdesired. This is called SelectShiftAutomatic ™ transmission (SST) mode.

By moving the gearshift lever from driveposition D (Overdrive) to M (Manual) younow have control of selecting the gear youdesire using buttons on the shift lever.

To return to normal D (Overdrive) position,move the shift lever back from M to D.The transmission will operate in gears onethrough six.

2 (Second)

Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slipperyroads or to provide additional enginebraking on downgrades.

1 (First)• Provides maximum engine braking• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift

lever• The transmission will not downshift

into 1 (First) at high speeds; it will

downshift to a lower gear and thenshift into 1 (First) when the vehiclereaches slower speeds.

Forced downshifts• Allowed in D (Overdrive) with the

tow/haul feature on or off• Press the accelerator to the floor• Allows transmission to select an

appropriate gear

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Understanding your SelectShiftAutomatic® transmission (If Equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShiftAutomatic ™ transmission gearshift lever.The SelectShift Automatic transmissiongives you the ability to change gears up ordown (without a clutch) as desired. TheSelectShift Automatic transmissionfeature has two modes: PRS and M mode.

By moving the gearshift lever from the D(Drive) position to the M (Manual) positionyou may now manually select the gear youdesire. Only the current gear will bedisplayed.

Column-shift transmission:

Floor-shift transmission:

Use the buttons on the gearshift lever tomanually select gears. Press the + buttonto upshift or the – button to downshift.

When manual control is no longer desired,return the transmission to the D (Drive)position.

Recommended shift speeds

Upshift according to the following chart:

Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy)

Shift from:

15 mph (24 km/h)1 – 2

25 mph (40 km/h)2 – 3

40 mph (64 km/h)3 – 4

45 mph (72 km/h)4 – 5

50 mph (80 km/h)5 – 6

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In order to prevent the engine from runningat too low an RPM, which may cause it tostall, SelectShift will still automaticallymake some downshifts if it has determinedthat you have not downshifted in time.Although SelectShift will make somedownshifts for you, it will still allow you todownshift at any time as long as theSelectShift determines that the engine willnot be damaged from over-revving.

SelectShift will not automatically upshift,even if the engine is approaching the RPMlimit. It must be shifted manually bypressing the + button.

Note: Engine damage may occur if excessive engine revving is held without shifting.

PRS (Progressive Range Selection)

With the gearshift lever in D (Drive), pressthe – button to active PRS. The availableand selected gears will be indicated on theinstrument cluster.

All available gears will be displayed with

the current gear indicated. Press the–

button again to lock out gears beginningwith the highest gear. Example: press the– button twice to lock out 6th and 5thgears. Only the available gears will bedisplayed and the transmission willautomatically shift between the availablegears. Press the + button to unlock gearsto allow the transmission to shift to highergears. The transmission will shiftautomatically within the gear range youselect.

Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning

This feature is designed to increasedurability and provide consistent shift feelover the life of the vehicle. A new vehicleor transmission may have firm shifts, softshifts or both. This operation is considerednormal and will not affect function or

durability of the transmission. Over time,the adaptive learning process will fullyupdate transmission operation.Additionally, whenever the battery isdisconnected or a new battery installed,the strategy must be relearned.

Brake-Shift Interlock

WARNINGSDo not drive your vehicle until youverify that the brake lamps areworking.

When doing this procedure, you willbe taking the vehicle out of parkwhich means the vehicle can roll

freely. To avoid unwanted vehiclemovement, always fully set the parkingbrake prior to doing this procedure. Usewheel chocks if appropriate.

If the parking brake is fully released,but the brake warning lamp remainsilluminated, the brakes may not be

working properly. See your authorizeddealer.

Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shiftinterlock feature that prevents thegearshift lever from being moved from P(Park) when the ignition is in the onposition and the brake pedal is not pressed.

If you cannot move the gearshift lever outof P (Park) position with the ignition in theon position and the brake pedal pressed,a malfunction may have occurred. It ispossible that a fuse has blown or thevehicle ’s brake lamps are not operatingproperly. See Fuse Specification Chart(page 225).

If the fuse is not blown and the brakelamps are working properly, the followingprocedure will allow you to move thegearshift lever from P (Park):

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