2003 Ford Excursion Owner's Manual - Page 154
2003 Ford Excursion Manual
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Driving 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely. This condition may occur when: • front wheels are turned • front wheel is against the curb 4 3 5 2 1 • steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator 4 pedal and release as soon as the 3 engine starts. The key will return to 5 4 (ON). 2. If the temperature is above -12° 2 C (10° F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 1 seconds and try again. 154 light may not illuminate.