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Roadside Emergencies

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Getting roadside assistance

To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor

Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This

program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service

is available:

• 24-hours, seven days a week

• for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card

included in your Owner Guide portfolio.

Roadside assistance will cover:

• a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been

supplied with a tire inflation kit)

• battery jump start

• lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s

responsibility)

• fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by

state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of

gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel

delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a

12-month period.

• winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or

county maintained road, no recoveries.

• towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized

dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the

nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an

authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement

location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in

excess of 35 miles (56 km).

Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle

requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,

but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any

roadside services.

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide

for information on:

• coverage period

• exact fuel amounts

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• towing of your disabled vehicle

• emergency travel expense reimbursement

• travel planning benefits

In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may

purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside

Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact

1-877-294-2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.

Using roadside assistance

Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your

wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the

Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is

found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment.

U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside

Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673.

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call

1-800-665-2006.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor

Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest

dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement

information, U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call

1-800-241-3673. Customers will be asked to submit their original

receipts.

Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call

1-800-665-2006.

HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL

The hazard flasher is located on the

steering column, just behind the

steering wheel. The hazard flashers

will operate when the ignition is in

any position or if the key is not in

the ignition.

Press in the flasher control and all

front and rear direction signals will

flash. Press the flasher control again

to turn them off. Use it when your

vehicle is disabled and is creating a

safety hazard for other motorists.

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Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.

FUEL

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH

RESET

The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric

fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.

After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump

shut-off switch may have been activated.

The fuel pump shut-off switch is

located in the passenger’s foot well,

by the kick panel.

Use the following procedure to reset

the fuel pump shut-off switch.

1. Turn the ignition to the off

position.

2. Check the fuel system for leaks.

3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset

the fuel pump shut-off switch by

pressing in on the reset button.

4. Turn the ignition to the on

position. Pause for a few seconds

and return the key to the off

position.

5. Make a further check for leaks in

the fuel system.

FUSES AND RELAYS

Fuses

If electrical components in the

vehicle are not working, a fuse may

have blown. Blown fuses are

identified by a broken wire within

15

the fuse. Check the appropriate

fuses before replacing any electrical

components.

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage

rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire

damage and could start a fire.

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Standard fuse amperage rating and color

COLOR

Standard

fuses

Grey

Violet

Pink

Fuse

rating

2A

3A

4A

Cartridge

maxi fuses

Mini fuses

Maxi fuses

Grey

Violet

Pink

Tan

—

5A

Tan

—

7.5A

10A

15A

20A

25A

30A

40A

50A

60A

70A

80A

Brown

Red

Brown

Red

Blue

Yellow

Natural

Green

—

Yellow

—

Green

Orange

Red

Blue

Tan

Natural

—

Blue

—

Pink

Green

Red

Yellow

—

Blue

Yellow

Natural

Green

—

Passenger compartment fuse panel

The fuse panel is located below the

instrument panel on the driver’s

side.

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box.

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4

3

8

7

12

11

16

15

20

19

24

23

28

27

CB1

2

1

6

5

10

9

14

13

18

17

22

21

26

25

The fuses are coded as follows:

Fuse/Relay

Location

1

Fuse Amp

Rating

20A

Protected Circuits

Moon roof, Adjustable pedals,

Memory seats, Lumbar motor

Microcontroller power

Radio, Navigation amplifier, GPS

module

2

3

5A

20A

4

5

10A

5A

On-board diagnostic (OBD II)

connector

Moon roof, Door lock switch

illumination, Auto dimming rear

view mirror

6

20A

Liftglass release motor, Door

unlock/lock

7

8

15A

Trailer stop/turn

Ignition switch power, Passive

anti-theft system (PATS), Cluster

6R Transmission control

module/Powertrain control

module (Ignition RUN/START),

Fuel pump relay

9

2A

10

11

5A

Front wiper RUN/ACC relay in

power distribution box (PDB)

Radio start

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Fuse/Relay

Location

12

Fuse Amp

Rating

5A

Protected Circuits

Rear wiper motor RUN/ACC,

Trailer battery charge relay in

PDB, Radio

13

15A

Heated mirror, Manual climate

rear defrost indicator

Horn

14

15

16

17

20A

10A

Reverse lamps

Trailer reverse lamps

Restraints control module,

Passenger occupancy

Reverse park aid, Roll Stability

Control™ (RSC௡) switch, RSC௡,

4x4 module, 4x4 switch, Heated

seat switches, Auxiliary climate

control

18

10A

19

20

—

10A

Not used

Climate control system, Brake

shift

21

22

—

15A

Not used

Brake switch, Bi-color stop lamps,

High-mount brake lamp, All turn

lamps

23

15A

Interior lamps, Puddle lamps,

Battery saver, Instrument

illumination, HomeLink௡

Cluster, Theft indicator light

Trailer tow park lamps

License plate/rear park lamp,

Front park lamps, Manual climate

Tri-color stop lamps

24

25

26

10A

15A

27

28

CB1

15A

10A

25A

Climate controls

Windows

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The following relays are located on either side of the passenger

compartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of these

relays.

Fuse/Relay Location

Description

Relay 1

Delayed accessory relay

Power distribution box

The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The

power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your

vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.

WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high

current fuses.

WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace

the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the

battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the

Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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The high-current fuses are coded as follows:

Fuse/Relay

Location

1

Fuse Amp

Rating

Protected Circuits

50A**

Battery feed 2 (passenger

compartment fuse panel)

Battery feed 3 (passenger

compartment fuse panel)

Battery feed 1 (passenger

compartment fuse panel)

Fuel pump, Injectors

Third row seat (left)

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

pump

2

3

50A**

4

5

6

30A**

40A**

7

40A**

Powertrain control module

(PCM)

8

—

Not used

9

—

Not used

10

11

12

13

14

30A**

40A**

30A**

20A*

Power seat (right)

Starter

Third row seat (right)

Trailer tow battery charger

Memory seats

Non-memory seats

Rear defrost, Heated mirrors

Front blower motor

Trailer electronic brakes

Auxiliary blower motor

Running boards

Front wiper motor

Rear power point

Subwoofer

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

20A*

10A*

4x4

PCM – keep alive power, Canister

vent

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Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

20A*

Protected Circuits

25

26

27

Front power point/Cigar lighter

4x4 module (4.6L engine only)

6R Transmission module (4.6L

engine only)

20A*

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

20A*

15A*

25A*

15A*

5A*

30A*

15A*

10A*

20A*

30A*

15A*

Heated seats

Headlamps (right)

Rear wiper

Fog lamps

Power mirrors

ABS valve

Headlamps (left)

A/C clutch

Console bin power point

Driver window motor

5R Transmission (4.0L engine

only)

39

40

15A*

PCM power

Fan clutch, Positive crackcase

ventilation (PCV) valve, A/C

clutch relay

41

42

15A*

Satellite radio module, DVD,

SYNC௡

Redundant brake switch,

Electronic vapor management

valve, Mass air flow sensor,

Heated exhaust gas oxygen

(HEGO) sensor, EVR, Variable

cam timing (VCT)1 (4.6L engine

only), VCT2 (4.6L engine only),

CMCV (4.6L engine only),

Catalyst monitor sensor

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Fuse/Relay

Location

43

Fuse Amp

Rating

15A*

Protected Circuits

Coil on plug (4.6L engine only),

Coil tower (4.0L engine only)

Injectors

Not used

Fuel pump relay

A/C clutch relay

Fog lamps relay

Not used

44

45B

45A

46B

46A

49

50B

50A

51

15A*

—

52

—

Not used

53

—

One touch integrated start

(OTIS) (diode)

Trailer battery charger relay

Front wiper relay

PCM relay

54

—

55B

55A

56B

56A

Starter relay

Blower relay

* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses

CHANGING THE TIRES

If you get a flat tire while driving:

• do not brake heavily.

• gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.

• hold the steering wheel firmly.

• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.

Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will

illuminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality of

the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure

monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage

to the TPMS sensor, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in the Tires,

Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as

soon as possible.

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WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire

Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used.

WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important

information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it

will no longer function.

Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information

WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an

increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

Note: Turn off the power running boards (if equipped) before driving

with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. Refer to Running boards in the

Driver Controls chapter.

If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for

temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should

replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size

and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by

Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be

replaced rather than repaired.

A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that

is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels

and can be one of three types:

1. T-type mini-spare: This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire

size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall

2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has

a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR

TEMPORARY USE ONLY”

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:

• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)

• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the

Safety Compliance Label

• Tow a trailer

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare

tire

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• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time

• Use commercial car washing equipment

• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel

location can lead to impairment of the following:

• Handling, stability and braking performance

• Comfort and noise

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs

• Winter weather driving capability

• Wet weather driving capability

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not:

• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h)

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time

• Use commercial car washing equipment

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare

tire/wheel

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to

impairment of the following:

• Handling, stability and braking performance

• Comfort and noise

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs

• Winter weather driving capability

• Wet weather driving capability

• All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable)

• Load leveling adjustment (if applicable)

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional

caution should be given to:

• Towing a trailer

• Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body

• Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack

Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and

seek service as soon as possible.

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Stopping and securing the vehicle

1. Park on a level surface, activate

the hazard flashers and set the

parking brake.

2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)

and turn engine off.

3. Turn off the power running boards (if equipped). Refer to Running

boards in the Driver Controls chapter.

Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is

being jacked.

Location of the spare tire and tools

The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following

locations:

Tool

Location

Spare tire

Under the vehicle, just in front of

the rear bumper. The spare tire

winch drive nut is located at the

rear center of the cargo area

under a lid.

Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle, Behind the rear seat under the

wheel chock

carpeted floor lid in the cargo

floor. The tools are located in a

bag attached to the jack.

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Removing the jack and tools

1. Open liftgate and remove the

carpeted floor lid.

2. Turn jack screw eyelet (1)

counterclockwise to release

pressure.

3. Rotate the locking pin (2)

clockwise until loose then pull out

until it stops and remove the jack

and tool bag from the bracket.

4. Remove the chock and jack tools

from the provided bag rotate the

wrench socket out from the handle.

Removing the spare tire

Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This will

damage the spare tire winch.

1. Open the cover from the

carpeting on cargo floor to expose

the winch drive nut.

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2. Insert the lug wrench on the

winch drive nut.

The wrench will stop moving and

forward resistance to turning will be

felt when properly engaged.

3. Turn the wrench

counterclockwise until the tire is

lowered to the ground and the cable

has slack. When turning the wrench,

make sure that it does not scuff the

kick plate.

4. Slide the tire rearward, lift one

side and remove the retainer from

the spare tire.

Changing the spare tire

WARNING: When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the

transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or

slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park).

WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you

change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the

wheel that is diagonally opposite (other end of the vehicle) to the tire

being changed.

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WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else

could be seriously injured.

WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the

vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to

avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the

wheel.

WARNING: Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before

working under the vehicle, jacking, or placing any object under

the vehicle. Never place your hand in the hinge assemblies. A moving

running board may cause injury.

Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is

being jacked.

1. Block the wheel that is diagonally

opposite of the flat tire using the

wheel chock provided with your

vehicle.

2. Use the tip of the lug wrench to

remove the beauty cap by twisting

the tip under the cap. On

5–passenger vehicles, the carpeted

floor lid can be used as a kneeling

pad.

3. Loosen each wheel lug nut by half

a turn, but do not remove them

until the wheel is raised off the

ground.

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4. Assemble the jack handle

extension on the lug nut wrench by

sliding the square end of the jack

handle through the plastic grommet

on the lug nut wrench and into the

square hole on the other side.

5. Position the jack according to the

illustrated guides and turn the jack

handle clockwise until the tire is a

maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off the

ground.

Note: Do not use the running

boards, front and rear hinge

assemblies, running board motors,

or the running board underbody

mounts to lift the vehicle with the

jack.

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WARNING: To lessen the

risk of personal injury, do

not put any part of your body

under the vehicle while changing a

tire. Do not start the engine when

your vehicle is on the jack. The

jack is only meant for changing

the tire.

• Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point.

6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.

7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is

facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts, cone side in, until the wheel is

snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel

has been lowered.

8. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.

9. Remove the jack and fully tighten

the lug nuts in the order shown.

Refer to Wheel lug nut torque

specifications later in this chapter

for the proper lug nut torque

specification.

1

3

4

5

2

Stowing the flat/spare tire

Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in

failure of cable or loss of spare tire.

1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up, toward the

vehicle.

2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer

through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at

the end of the cable.

3. Turn the lug wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed

position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle

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increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when

the tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your

ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The spare

tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier

ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized

dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience.

4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly

tightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will not

move. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow the

spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire.

5. If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire lock and key, be sure to

install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire

lock key and jack handle.

6. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire

pressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance information),

or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other

components.

Re-stowing the jack and tools

1. Unblock the wheels.

2. Stow the wheel ornament (if removed) in a safe location in the vehicle

(such as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will not

become damaged. Re-install the wheel ornament onto the wheel once the

tire is repaired or replaced.

3. Stow the jack and tools in their respective locations, making sure they

are fully secured so they do not rattle when you drive.

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km)

after any wheel disturbance (rotation, flat tire, wheel removal, etc.).

Lug nut socket

size/Bolt size

Lug nut socket size: ⁄

Wheel lug nut torque*

lb.ft.

100

N•m

3

4

135

inch (19 mm) hex

1

Bolt size: ⁄

2

x 20

* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and

rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.

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WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any

corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting

surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or

brake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that

attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with

the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct

metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the

wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in

motion, resulting in loss of control.

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole

prior to installation. If there is

visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,

remove loose particles by wiping

with clean rag and apply grease.

Apply grease only to the wheel pilot

hole surface by smearing a “dime”

(1 square cm) sized glob of grease

around the wheel pilot surface (1)

with end of finger. DO NOT apply

grease to lugnut/stud holes or

wheel-to-brake surfaces.

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable

fuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and

Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable

fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel. Do not insert the

nozzle of portable fuel containers or any type of aftermarket funnels into

the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system as it can be damaged. You must

use the included funnel in such circumstances.

WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers

or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could

damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto

the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in

serious personal injury.

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JUMP STARTING

WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if

exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could

result in injury or vehicle damage.

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,

eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission

vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start

capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic

transmission may cause transmission damage.

Preparing your vehicle

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the

automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the

transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is

considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the

transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update

transmission operation.

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could

damage the vehicle’s electrical system.

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle

making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on

both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving

parts.

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before

you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.

5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical

surges. Turn all other accessories off.

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Connecting the jumper cables

–

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of

the discharged battery.

Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the

assisting (boosting) battery.

–

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the assisting battery.

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–

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the

assisting battery.

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4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground stud

located toward the front of the vehicle (forward of the battery) on the

radiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery and

the carburetor/fuel injection system.

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Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable fuel lines, engine rocker

covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding

points.

WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the

negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may

cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery.

5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of

both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.

Jump starting

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at

moderately increased speed.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an

additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.

Removing the jumper cables

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were

connected.

1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface.

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2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the

booster vehicle’s battery.

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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster

vehicle’s battery.

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4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the

disabled vehicle’s battery.

After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables

removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can

relearn its idle conditions.

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WRECKER TOWING

Note: Turn off the power running boards (if equipped) prior to

preparing the vehicle for towing. Refer to Power deployable running

boards in the Driver Controls chapter.

If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing

service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your

roadside assistance service provider.

It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed

equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not

approved a slingbelt towing procedure.

If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to Automatic transmission

operation in the Driving chapter for directions on how to move the

gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position, for proper towing.

On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels

on the ground (without dollies) and the rear wheels off the ground.

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On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a

wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the

ground.

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle

damage may occur.

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow

truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for

proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.

Emergency towing

In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access

to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your

vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat

towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:

• Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward

direction.

• Place the transmission in N (Neutral). Refer to Brake-shift interlock

in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the

gear shift lever into N (Neutral).

• Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).

• Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).

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