2003 Ford Expedition Owner Guide 5th Printing
2003 Ford Expedition Manual
2003 Ford Expedition manual content summary:
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stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with CD Rear seat controls Rear seat entertainment system Navigation system 19 19 24 29 34 48 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control 83 83 86 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 94 94 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 2
Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 142 142 142 143 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 155 155 170 183 191 Driving Starting Brakes Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 206 206 209 213 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Low tire warning system Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 281 287 289 291 294 303 315 320 322 322 325 Accessories Index 331 335 All rights reserved - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 4
generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 5
you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 6
to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status. Any of this information could potentially include information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application or steering input - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 7
instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 8
's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Traction Control Master Lighting Switch - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 9
Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 10
. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Service engine soon - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 11
If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. If the ABS light remains on, it means the anti-lock brake system has malfunctioned and is disabled, however, the normal brake system will still function unless the brake warning light also remains - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 12
restraints chapter. Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm that the air bags (front or side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. AdvanceTrac - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 13
signals or the hazard lights are turned on. If the lights stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Door ajar Illuminates when any door is open (or not fully closed). DOOR AJAR O/D off Illuminates when - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 14
high range. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. 4x4 LOW 4x4 HIGH Check air suspension (if equipped) Illuminates when the air suspension CHECK switch is turned OFF or the air SUSP suspension system requires servicing. For information on the air suspension system, refer to the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 15
system can burn you badly. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the oil pressure/engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 16
the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle's electrical system checked - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 17
speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. • Standard instrument cluster TRIP • Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Trip odometer Registers - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 18
and release the TRIP/RESET button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer display. Press and hold the button to reset. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 19
. 2. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a CD. 3. BASS: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Press BASS then press SEL or increase the bass levels. to decrease TREB (Treble): Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. Press TREB or increase the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 20
to shift the sound to the rear 5. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more Side: Press to play the alternate side of the tape. Dolby noise Dolby: reduction: Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. The Dolby noise reduction system - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 21
Entertainment Systems 9. REW (Rewind): Works in tape and CD modes. In tape mode, radio play continues until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. In CD mode, REW control reverses the CD within the current track. FF (Fast Forward): Works in tape and CD - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 22
tape selection or CD track. 14. TUNE: Works in radio mode. / to manually advance Press down/up the frequency band. 15. AM/FM/CD: Press AM/FM to select a radio frequency. Press while in tape or CD mode to return to radio mode. Press CD to enter CD mode and to play a CD already in the system. Press AM - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 23
into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. 19. Tape door: Insert the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 24
Entertainment Systems PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. SEEK: Works in radio or CD mode. Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station or track. 24 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 25
Entertainment Systems 2. REW (Rewind): In CD mode, press to reverse within the current track. FF (Fast forward): In CD mode, press to advance within the current track 3. COMP or DSP COMP (Compression): The compression feature operates in CD mode and brings soft and loud CD passages together for a - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 26
Entertainment Systems 5. EJ (Eject): To eject a single disc, press EJ and SEL front/rear speakers. 9. MENU: Press MENU to access clock mode, RDS features, or compression status (Audiophile systems only). RDS must be turned ON to activate Traffic, Find Program Type and Show functions. To turn RDS ON - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 27
losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press and momentarily hold AM/FM. AUTOSET will flash on the display. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 28
. These signify the six CD slots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot (1-6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty, there is no CD in that particular slot. This six disc CD player is equipped with a CD door. Compact discs should only - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 29
Entertainment Systems 17. DISC TUNE: In radio mode: or to manually tune Press down or up the radio frequency band. to select the previous disc or In CD mode: Press next disc. to select the 18. CD Door: Insert the disc with the playing side down and printed side up. CD units are designed to play - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 30
Entertainment Systems When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat passengers can use the controls to change the playing media for (such as both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. To activate Dual Play mode (rear - VOLUME + - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 31
To adjust the volume The volume control allows the rear seat passengers to adjust the volume level of the audio system. Press the + control to increase - VOLUME + MODE volume. Press the - control to decrease volume. SEEK MEMORY From the rear seat controls, volume control can be - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 32
Entertainment Systems Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape (if equipped), CD, CD changer (if equipped) through the 6 memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2. Push the MEMORY control in CD mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 33
Systems Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: to extreme heat, humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 34
the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 35
Systems DVD player controls 1. MAIN control • NEXT - Press to access the next track on the CD, the next chapter on the DVD, or to go up in cursor mode. • PREV - Press to access the previous track on the CD the disc menu. 6. AUX control Press to switch DVD player from play mode to auxiliary mode. 35 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 36
Entertainment Systems 7. Auxiliary jacks Insert lines for standard video game players. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop DVD play. Press again to eject the DVD. 9. DISPLAY (DISP) control Press to enable on screen display of player menu and user display adjustments. DVD control features Menu - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 37
when in MENU mode. Press the ENTER control to select the desired highlighted item. CD play mode Press NEXT during CD play to advance to the next track. If you press NEXT during the last track, the system will wrap around to the first track and begin play. NEXT REV PREV FWD ENTER - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 38
slow play mode, press the PLAY/PAUSE control. Once the system is in pause mode, press the FWD or REV control for mode. User menu mode To adjust the display setting, press DISP DISP once and the player menu will appear. Press DISP again to adjust the display setting. Use the arrow controls and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 39
Entertainment Systems Remote control 1 REV 2 FWD 3 4 5 6 8 + VOL SEEK DISP MNU ENT MODE reverse or advance the chapter of the DVD or the track of the CD. 5. DISPLAY (DISP) control Press to enable on screen display of player menu and user display adjustments. Once the display is on, use SEEK - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 40
Entertainment Systems In stop mode, press to change to a different playing media (e.g. AM, FM, CD ...) 8. VOLUME control Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) volume level. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 41
Entertainment Systems To install the batteries, lightly press down on the top of the left earpiece and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct (+) and (-) orientation. Wireless headphone operation To operate - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 42
and format • The DVD player of your Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System can only be used in the "playback" mode. (The DVD player does not offer a record feature.) • The system plays standard CDs or DVDs. • The DVD player is only capable of playback of DVDs and CDs. The player is not compatible with - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 43
display. • The DVD player will remain inactive until it cools to a normal operating temperature. Length of time to cool will vary depending on conditions. General operating tips • When the engine is not running, use the system sparingly. Otherwise, it will run the battery down. • When the ignition - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 44
lines to the WHITE and RED auxiliary input jacks respectively. 3. Press the MODE control until DVD/CD AUX (no disc in player) or DVD/CD play (disc in player) illuminates in the radio display. If a disc is in the system, playback should begin. To enable the aux inputs, press the STOP control or press - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 45
is pressed, the operational status of the DVD player is shown on the screen. The following are some possible indicators: 1. CD track 2. DVD chapter 3. SYSTEM COUNTER - displays current viewing time of desired media. (HOURS:MINUTES:SECONDS) 4. DVD/ CD STATUS (PLAY/FF/REW/PAUSE) 5. AUDIO OUTPUT (not - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 46
Manuals for video games and video game equipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System away. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Motor Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 47
period of time, wait until the cabin temperature of the vehicle is at normal temperature before operating the system. Humidity and moisture condensation Moisture in the air will condense in the DVD player under extremely humid conditions or when moving from a cold place to a warm one. If moisture - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 48
and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion. Cleaning the DVD player Clean the exterior of the DVD player with a damp cloth. Do not use CD cleaning kits or CDs intended to clean the interior of your DVD player. Use of these products may damage your system. VEHICLE NAVIGATION - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 49
their vehicle is in motion. Let the voice guide you. If viewing is necessary, pull off the road to a safe location. • Do not use the navigation system to locate emergency services. • For road safety reasons, the driver should program the system only when the vehicle is stationary. Certain functions - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 50
vehicle's current location as home. Pressing the home key after the home location has been set will calculate a route to that set home location. 2. Eject: Press this control to eject an audio CD or a navigation CD. 3. Navigation (NAV): Press the NAV control to access the navigation system menu. NAV - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 51
control to make your selection. 5. BACK: Use this control in the navigation system. Press to return to the previous screen or you can press MENU to return to the main navigation menu. 6. MAP: The MAP control works in all modes. Press to show current location. 7. Memory presets: The memory 1 presets - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 52
to toggle CD, CD DJ and DVD (if equipped). NOTE: Navigation CD's are not operational in the CD DJ. NOTE: To use the navigation system and listen to an audio CD, the navigation CD must be loaded into the VNR and the audio CD must be loaded into the CD DJ. 14. MENU: The MENU control works in both - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 53
to locate a station. AM/FM SEEK To play a CD in the VNR: 1. Ensure that the ignition and the VNR system are ON. 2. Insert a CD into the single slot of the VNR and the CD will automatically begin play. If a CD is already loaded into the system, press the CD control. To play a CD in the CD DJ - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 54
the current location, press HOME. If a home location has not previously been stored, pressing and holding HOME will store the home location. Audio Preset selected 5. Band selected If the navigation system is activated during radio or CD playback (CD DJ), audio output continues but route guidance - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 55
the navigation voice output level, adjust the volume control only when the navigation system is speaking. Otherwise, it will adjust the radio levels. Automatic volume control (AVC) With this feature, radio volume changes automatically with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. To - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 56
CD play (if a CD is already loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last. Press the CD control again to toggle between CD, CD DJ, DVD/Video (or DVD/Aux Mode), if equipped with DVD Rear seat entertainment system - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 57
in the head unit and you press CD, the system will automatically search for an audio CD in the CD DJ and begin play if it is present. Adjusting the levels 1. Press the MENU Processing) The Digital Signal Processing (DSP) feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes. 57 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 58
NEWS - "voice-only" type of sound with a limited audio band This system has three "occupancy modes" of listening: • Driver - Optimizes audio playback for and controls Press the to fast forward or rewind a CD track. Seek function The SEEK control works in all modes. SEEK Seek in radio mode to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 59
Systems Seek in CD or CD DJ mode to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a • Press selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you , the CD you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 60
. This mode is active while the AUTO softkey is highlighted. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Tune adjust The tune feature works in radio mode. • Select the TUNE soft key. or • Press SEEK to go up the frequency band - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 61
FM stations transmit program type codes which can be used to locate different stations transmitting programs of a certain type. Press the soft key next to TYPE to access a list of available program types. Use the cursor control to select the desired program type. The system will search for and begin - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 62
a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment system. Your Vehicle Navigation Radio (VNR) System allows you to have control over the DVD player as well. The VNR system will display DVD status messages in the radio display. The soft keys are PLAY/PAUSE, EJECT and STOP/AUX. Press the CD control until DVD appears in - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 63
Entertainment Systems (STOP) / AUX - If a DVD movie is playing, press to stop. If a movie is not playing, press to activate AUX mode. CD DJ Your vehicle is equipped with a CD DJ (CD changer). It is located in the center console. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the CD DJ. The - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 64
magazine (up to 6 discs). Ensure that the label side is facing up. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine. 3. Insert each CD tray, with the disc loaded, all the way - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 65
Entertainment Systems 4. Insert the CD magazine into the CD DJ. 5. Slide the door to the left to close. Use only compact discs containing this mark. The magazine does not need to be full for the CD DJ to operate. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the CD DJ. The magazine may be - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 66
will not select a disc that it knows is missing. Instead, NO DISC appears in the display and the current disc remains selected. If the selected CD is damaged or upside down, CHECK DISCS and the disc number are displayed. The unit then selects the next available disc. During normal operations - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 67
Entertainment Systems Scan feature When in CD DJ mode, press SCAN for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current CD. Press again to disengage the feature and listen to the selected song. Shuffle mode When in CD DJ mode, press SHUF to engage and disengage the shuffle feature. The tracks will be - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 68
will not function unless a navigation CD is inserted. Ensure that you follow highway code restrictions and do not take any risks. For example, if you are unable to make a U-turn, continue on your journey. The navigation system will recalculate your route to get you back to an appropriate road to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 69
derived from satellites, road maps stored on the CD, sensors in your vehicle and the desired destination. The system compiles all necessary information to guide you to your selected destination. Space satellites determine the vehicle's current location and transmit position and time signals to your - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 70
the wrong item, press the BACK control to return to the previous screen. Or, press NAV to return to the main Destination Entry menu and start again. Map display information When using the navigation system, the map display screen will appear to guide you to your location. On the screen, you are - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 71
Entertainment Systems Selecting - Use to select a destination that is a point of interest location (i.e., airport, restaurant, hospital). Not available when the vehicle is destination from the last 50 destinations entered. • Address Book - Use to select a destination from previously stored entries. - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 72
Entertainment Systems Points of Interest (POI) This destination option enables you to in alphabetical order. • Sort by Distance - Lists the closest POI entries to the vehicles's current location. • Within a Town/City - Lists entries for a specific city in alphabetical order. Certain categories may - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 73
the selection. A highlight bar will automatically begin searching the current files for the listing. • To move back to previously selected characters, press DELETE. List - Your VNR system shows a list of town/cities, streets or points of interest and a highlight bar indicates the line selected - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 74
Shortest distance - Creates a driving route the shortest distance from the current location. 3. Avoid toll roads - Creates a driving route which avoids toll Route calculation Once the route criteria is selected, the navigation system automatically calculates a route to the selected destination. The - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 75
Entertainment Systems Please proceed Once the route is calculated, 'Please Proceed' is displayed with a map on the display. Also included in the display: • the planned route is shown in pink • major roadways are shown in blue • other streets are shown in white • your vehicle location is shown as a - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 76
input to go to the 'next' maneuver instruction, and pressing up to go to the 'previous' maneuver. Pressing the NAV control at any time will set you back to the current maneuver/turn instruction. True view As you approach an intersection, the Guide display screen will automatically change book feature - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 77
key to save your entry under the name you spelled. Storing the current car position in the address book If you are at a location you would like to store in the address book, such as a new restaurant: • Select ADDRESS BOOK from the Destination Entry menu. • Press the ADD soft key. • Press the CURRENT - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 78
display. Detours, route interruptions and changes If need be, your navigation system can easily and quickly find the most efficient detour around road construction, unexpected traffic or undesirable roads. Detour options You may engage the detour option when in the Guide display, True view or Map - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 79
one of the following options: • Resume route - The navigation system displays the Select Route Criteria screen. Refer to Selecting Route Criteria along your highlighted route. Route changes or cancellations To cancel or change your current route: • Press BACK, then select 'Cancel Guidance' or - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 80
select from miles or kilometers. Display options Use this feature to change the display setting. This feature can be accessed by selecting "Display manual adjustment for screen brightness. • 'Turn display off' - Select turn the display off. Press any button to turn the display back on again. System - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 81
. General information Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford or Lincoln Mercury a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 82
of this map CD. • The navigation system will only work with CDs specifically intended for your navigation system. • Always store the map CDs in their protective cases when not in use. Ordering additional map CDs If you wish to order additional maps, or report possible problems with your current - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 83
Climate Controls Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature control 2. Mode selector control 3. A/C control FAN SPEED CONTROL Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 4. Rear defrost control 5. Fan speed control 1 2 3 4 TEMPERATURE - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 84
and cannot be manually disabled. • • (Panel) - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. The system will allow some airflow through the floor ducts. (Panel & Floor) - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts and side window demisters - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 85
before driving as the air conditioning removes moisture from the air. To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under warm weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the Off mode. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under cold weather conditions, do not drive - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 86
CONTROL (DEATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 9. Panel & Floor control 1. A/C control 10. Panel control 2. Recirculated air control 11. OFF Floor control The DEATC system will maintain a selected temperature setting and automatically control the fan speed and airflow location. The dual temperature zone - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 87
system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and whether outside or recirculated air AUTO OFF is required. When in automatic operation and weather conditions require heat, the air will be sent to the floor ducts. However, until the engine the passenger may manually enable the dual - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 88
control on the trip computer and message center (if equipped) will not change the temperature display. FAN SPEED ( ) system will remain in automatic operation. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. • A/C control (air conditioning) - Used to manually enable or disable air conditioning - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 89
clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain. • Recirculation control (recirculated air) - Used to manually enable or disable the operation of recirculated air in all modes except Defrost. When the air conditioning is operating, recirculated air helps to reduce the amount of time - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 90
outside or recirculated air through the instrument panel registers. The system will allow some airflow through the floor ducts. (Panel & Floor) - Distributes outside or recirculated air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts, and side window demisters. The air distributed through - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 91
before driving as the air conditioning removes moisture form the air. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the Off mode. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions, don't drive with - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 92
climate control system is on, the auxiliary air will not be cooled unless the air conditioning is functioning on the main climate control system. The auxiliary Press the mode selector once to select air distribution through the overhead vents. The Panel icon will illuminate on the temperature control - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 93
in all modes. After approximately 10 minutes of rear defrost operation, the climate control system will automatically disable the rear defrost operation. If desired, the rear defrost can be manually disabled through the use of the rear defrost button. When operating, the rear defrost indicator - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 94
Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for approximately 20 seconds or on vehicles equipped with a message center, you can select a delay - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 95
or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 96
to prevent the interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened. A VERTICAL center of your headlamp (indicated by a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 97
Lights 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then use a 10 mm socket/wrench to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust down) or clockwise (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 98
by pressing the controls on either side of the lens. Second row map lights (if equipped) The second row map lights are located in the headliner above the second row seats. • Press the controls to activate the lights. Rear cargo lamp The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened, and the switch is - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 99
. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer * To obtain replacement approach lamp assembly bulbs, see your dealer and reference Ford part no. 2L1Z-13B374-BB for the passenger side mirror and 2L1Z-13B375-BB for the driver side mirror. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 100
Lights Map lamps To change the map lamp bulbs: 1. Use a small screwdriver to remove the map lamp lens. 2. To remove the old bulb, twist 1⁄4 turn and pull it out. 3. Twist in a new bulb. 4. Align and press the map lamp lens back on and test the lamp operation. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 101
Lights 7. Once the bulb covers are removed, the bulbs can be removed by new bulb clockwise to install. 9. Reinstall the bulb covers. 10. Replace the headlamp assembly and tighten all three retainer bolts to secure. Replacing front parking lamp/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs 1. Make sure that the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 102
socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 8. Replace the lamp assembly and install all three retainer bolts on the lamp assembly. Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 103
the bulb socket in the foglamp turning clockwise. High-mount brakelamp To change the high-mount brakelamp bulbs: 1. Remove the two screws holding the that hold the light assembly on, one at a time, and pull the black bulb carrier away from the lamp. 5. Pull the old bulb out and replace with the new - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 104
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly on the liftgate. To change the retaining screw. Approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulb removal (if equipped) To change the bulbs: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 105
(if equipped) To change the bulbs: 1. Make sure that all the doors are closed and the interior lights have automatically turned off or the opposite mirror approach lamp has turned off. 2. With a small flat tipped screwdriver, insert the tip into the approach light module slot located on the outboard - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 106
When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle's speed changes. Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 107
Driver Controls Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe is heard. Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Lift and hold the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 108
up to its original position to lock the steering column. Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. 108 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 109
objects. Press the release control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The conversation mirror on the cover allows the driver to view the rear seating area. This does not replace the rear view mirror. One-touch moon roof (if equipped) To - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 110
roof from the vent position, press and hold the bottom portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. • The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is in tilt/vent and shut positions. • To close the shade, pull it toward the front - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 111
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power point can cause damage not covered by your warranty. On vehicles equipped with a center console there are three power points located in the console. On vehicles without a center console there is one power point - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 112
Driver Controls Not equipped with rear climate control POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. 112 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 113
top part of side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches and audio system may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 114
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. OFF AUTO Power side view mirrors The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: to adjust the left 1. Select to adjust the right mirror or - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 115
Driver Controls Reverse tilt down mirrors (if equipped) The side mirrors may be programmed to tilt down when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). Refer to the Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter to turn this feature ON or OFF. Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated, - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 116
P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the bottom of the control to adjust the pedals toward you 76 mm (3 inches) of maximum travel. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. SPEED CONTROL - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 117
your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 118
release COAST/CST − to operate the Tap-Down function. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or RES SET + COAST • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET +. RES SET + COAST 118 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 119
Driver Controls To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 120
Driver Controls Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. The vehicle speed must be at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 121
, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. 121 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 122
System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with any garage door a new battery be placed light begins to flash located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view. 122 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 123
until step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the "Gate Operator and Canadian Programming" section for Canadian residents. 4. The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons when the red - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 124
outlined in the "Programming" section, replace step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 125
be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the red indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink display. To turn the display off or change the display from English to metric see your dealer. 125 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 126
normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 3 2 of zone values are from 01 to 15 and "wraps" back to 01. 6. When you get to the desired ZONE - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 127
an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. To enter the compass calibration mode, press and hold the TRIP/RESET - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 128
the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 129
to "lock in" your change, press and release the RESET control. Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 130
• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another Drive the vehicle at least 8 km (5 miles) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 131
normal driving conditions. Remember to battery is disconnected. Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • Autolock • Easy Exit Seat • Reverse Mirrors • Autolamp Delay • Language Autolocks This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 132
automatically tilts the side view mirrors down when bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 1. To disable/enable the reverse sensing system feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the backup aid - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 133
displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 134
of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows: 1. FUEL LEVEL 2. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 3. ADVANCETRAC (if equipped) 4. ENGINE TEMP 5. OIL PRESSURE 6. TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM (if equipped) 7. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. CHARGING SYSTEM System warnings System warnings alert - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 135
PRNDL error no backup aid (if equipped) Door ajar Warning returns after 10 minutes Liftgate or liftglass ajar Warning-tire very low (if equipped) Low fuel level Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Reduced engine power Stop engine safely Tire pressure - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 136
. Refer to Servicing your tires in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped). Displayed when a tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system checked by your dealer. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 137
stays on while the engine is running, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system in the Driving chapter. CHECK AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped). Displayed when the air suspension system is not operating properly - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 138
. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid • Compass • Outside temperature • Engine sensor Contact your dealer as the transmission control switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 139
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center console offers several useful storage features. These include: 1. Pen holder 2. Tissue holder 3. Cassette/CD to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. A driver's first - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 140
does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. LIFTGATE • To open the liftgate window, push the control button under the center of the license plate lamp shield. • To open the liftgate, position your - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 141
lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle), then slide the cross-bar forward and lock the adjusting levers by pushing them down (toward the back of the vehicle). Pull the cross-bar rearward to ensure that it is locked in place. Load luggage at the front cross-bar and adjust - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 142
vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS If the door does not unlock when the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 143
. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors/liftgate Press this control to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate with the ignition - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 144
a second time within three seconds; the park/turn signal lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp. If any of the doors or liftgate are ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close all doors. Opening the liftgate window Press the control to unlatch the liftgate - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 145
equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory feature. Press the control once to unlock the driver's door. Pressing the control will To deactivate this feature: 1. Press the SET control on the driver's door panel. 2. Within 5 five seconds, press any control on the remote transmitter - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 146
replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 3. Place the positive (+) side of new battery - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 147
lamp control must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 148
feature locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions are met: • All doors, including the liftgate, are closed. • The brake is pressed while the doors are closed and electronically locked by the remote entry transmitter, key pad, or power door control (if pressed while the door was open - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 149
-set code is located: • on the owner's wallet card in the glove compartment • or at your dealer. When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. This system will disable the power door lock controls. These will not work until - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 150
, use the following instructions: 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control and release. The system will now only respond to the factory set code. Anti-scan feature The anti-scan feature prevents repeated attempts at arriving at a valid key code. The keyless entry pad is disabled for 1 minute - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 151
SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel. • When - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 152
a momentary "no start" condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key. If your keys - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 153
Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience. The correct coded key must be used for your vehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a "no start" condition - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 154
indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 155
Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver's the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Seat recliner Always drive and ride with your - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 156
Seating and Safety Restraints Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to move the armrest up or down. 156 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 157
Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Turn the lumbar support control forward for more support. Turn the lumbar support backward for less support. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 158
seats/rearview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 159
SEATS (if equipped) The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the center console. To operate the climate controlled seats the engine must be running. • Push the icon on the button to activate cooled seats. A blue light illuminates on the button. Push the icon again to disengage - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 160
filter located under both front seats. ;;;; • It can be accessed from the second row seat. Move the front seat all the way forward and up to ease access. To remove climate controlled seat air filter: • Remove key from ignition. • Push on the outside rigid edge of the air filter at the center and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 161
restraints can be raised by lifting. To lower the head restraint, press the release button. If the head restraint becomes detached, replace the notched bar into the bezel while holding the release button. Second row folding seat system Ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 162
row outboard seats allow for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat. To enter the 3rd row seat: 1. Locate the handle on the side of the seat, lifting it to release the seatback. 2. Pull up on the handle located at the back of the seat. The seat will flip forward. 162 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 163
. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. Folding 40% seat system to full lowered load floor position 1. Locate the handle on the side of the seat, lifting it to release the seatback. 2. Ensure that the seat back is locked in the down position by applying pressure to the seat - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 164
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the latch strap at the front of the seat and pull kneel down position. 2. With the seat in the flat back position, lift up on the lever located on the side of the seat cushion. This will allow the seat back to be lifted to the upright locked position. 164 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 165
. Position the rear legs of the seat over the floor strikers and engage. Folding the 20% seat system (if equipped) 1. Locate the release strap located between the front cushion and the seat back, and pull the strap to release the folding seat latch. 2. With the latch released the seatback can - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 166
fully engaged. Adjusting the second row 20% seat (if equipped) Lift the handle to move the seat forward or backward. Note: This . Reclining the second row 40% seatback Locate the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat cushion and lift gently to allow the seatback to be adjusted to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 167
the event of a collision. Third row seats Ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the third row seats to the load floor position. Pull up on the handle located behind the seatback while pushing the seatback forward and down into the seat cushion - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 168
The control buttons are located on the right-hand rear quarter trim panel (accessible from the liftgate , or liftgate glass must be open. Similar to the Battery Saver feature, the power 3rd row seat will be disabled enabled by opening any door, pressing the unlock key on the key fob, - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 169
these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. The head restraints can be moved up and down. Push - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 170
• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the air bags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, and indicator lights. How does the personal safety system work? The Personal Safety System can adapt - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 171
are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the air bag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon body during a collision. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 172
or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning Light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required. The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the air bag - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 173
the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a than one person. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 174
Seating and Safety Restraints Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Front seats • Rear - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 175
center safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front center safety restraint (if equipped) is a manually . For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, Anytime a child safety seat (except a booster) is installed in the vehicle. Children - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 176
properly, in addition to other checks for proper seat belt system function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly belt system at the start of a crash. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy system. When - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 177
Safety Restraints When the Safety Canopy system and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front air bags or Safety - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 178
Seating and Safety Restraints First row center lap belt (if equipped) Adjusting the lap belt . Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 179
Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If...The driver safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver safety belt is buckled - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 180
risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles "I was in a hurry" "Seat belts don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 181
an air bag" Consider...Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • All vehicle doors are - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 182
NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. light off, then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 183
and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 183 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 184
Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying air bag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 185
to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 186
air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. The driver and passenger airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 187
sensors, the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors). Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 188
fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS and Safety Canopy system is provided. To reduce - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 189
of automotive safety experts known as the Side Air Bag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including the Safety Canopy). The Safety Canopy system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 190
Canopy will not function again unless replaced. The Safety Canopy system (including the A, B and C pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. If the Safety Canopy is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 191
• The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 192
a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with restraint and air bag precautions that closer to the center of the vehicle may help booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 193
is when they weigh about 80 lbs (about 8 to 12 years old). Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 194
- the safest place for children to ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 195
seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 196
injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 197
together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 198
placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward. There should be no more than one inch of movement for - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 199
as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap. Some of the rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. In the third row center seating - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 200
row bench seat • Second row bucket seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. Second row seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 201
seating position (if equipped) 3. Route the child safety seat tether strap under the head restraint (outboard seats) and over the back of the seat. 4. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame. 5. Rotate the tether strap, and clip the tether strap to the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 202
's instructions. Third row seating position 1. Position the child safety seat on the center of the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Locate the anchor webbing loop for the seating position. • You may need to pull back the top of the hinged panel - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 203
to secure the child safety seat. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 204
. The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the second row seat between the cushion and seat back. The LATCH anchors are below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 205
lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor. Try to move the child seat from side to side - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 206
, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key 2 removal. 4 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 1 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. START, cranks the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 207
. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 208
key to 4 (START). 3 2 4 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. light may not illuminate. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 209
the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle's brake system. In normal - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 210
events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to drive away. A brief - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 211
remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 212
. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • Uneven vehicle loading • High crown in center of road • High crosswinds - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 213
the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while maintaining a constant engine speed, have the power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The air suspension system is designed to improve ride comfort, vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 214
Driving The air suspension shut-off switch is located behind two access panels on the left rear quarter trim panel, near the liftgate. To remove the first panel, turn the control counterclockwise and remove the panel. On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn the air suspension and the ignition - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 215
air suspension. LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the limited slip axle functions like a standard rear axle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car. 215 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 216
road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice-covered roads. If your vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 217
reducing engine power. Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTrac include: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Hitting a patch of ice • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 218
All these conditions are normal during AdvanceTrac operation. Do not alter or modify your vehicle's suspension or steering; the resulting changes to the vehicle's handling can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system. Also, do not install a stereo loudspeaker near the front center console or under - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 219
brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless brake and the brake pedal depressed, 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to all the way up. 3. Locate the round access plug on the brake pedal and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 220
temperature, or if the downshifts and other throttle conditions do not function normally, see your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible. Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move gearshift lever out of - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 221
(TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate in the instrument cluster. O/D OFF Drive - Not one through three. (Overdrive) and is useful when: more engine braking than • driving with a heavy load. • towing a trailer up or down steep - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 222
provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine engine may overheat. If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac, it may be beneficial to turn the system - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 223
or moving objects. To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section. Reverse sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at "parking speeds". Inclement - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 224
cm (10 in.) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the center allows the driver to disable the system only when the ignition is ON and the gear selector in R (Reverse). Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/ - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 225
system will not engage. This is normal and should be no reason for concern. Before 4L (4x4 LOW) can be engaged, the vehicle must be brought to a complete stop, the brake System indicator lights The Control Trac system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions. If these lights - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 226
the stability enhancement feature when you shift the Control Trac A4WD system into 4L (4X4 LOW). The brake traction enhancement feature will still be enabled. The AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system can be turned off manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac button (refer to AdvanceTrac Stability - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 227
system Shifting from 2H to A4WD or 4H Move the control to the A4WD or 4H position at any forward speed up to 88 km/h (55 mph). The "4X4" light the brake pedal depressed. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 3. Move the control to the 4L position. Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 228
manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac button (refer to AdvanceTrac Stability Enhancement System in this chapter) while operating in 2H, A4WD or 4H while driving in deep sand, very deep snow or more strenuous off-road maneuvers. This will disable the engine sudden changes in braking control of your - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 229
surfaced roads. This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can , slow down, but avoid severe brake application. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 230
brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. 230 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 231
equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system, the system indocator light may illuminate depending on how much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive the vehicle under these conditions. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 232
are submerged in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should be replaced. After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 233
a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer. When engine and the possibility of stalling. If you do stall out, do not try to turn around because you might roll over. It is better to back down to a safe location - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 234
Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure as well as the increased risk of loss of vehicle control. Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications, whether or not they are used with larger tires and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 235
that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 236
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. VEHICLE LOADING - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 237
axle system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 238
and/or personal injury. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. Calculating the load your to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. Weigh your vehicle as you - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 239
lamps, back up lamps, battery charge, electric brakes (when a customer provided controller is installed) and ground. A kit containing a wiring harness/adapter and installation instructions to attach an electric brake controller may be obtained from any Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer (part number - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 240
Driving Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 maximum) kg (lbs.) Engine 4x2 4.6L All 4762 ( the tendency of the AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system to activate. Towing trailers beyond the maximum ball. The draw bar supports all the vertical tongue load of the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 241
in the ON position, and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand (without passengers) for several minutes so that it can level. 2. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF. 3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 241 Mode - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 242
for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 243
lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 244
Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed equipped with Control Trac four-wheel drive system: Vehicles equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive system cannot be towed with any wheels on - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 245
separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a on Lincoln vehicles. Roadside assistance will cover: • changing a flat tire • jump-starts • lock-out States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 246
, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off. 246 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 247
but does not start, this switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the left rear quarter trim panel, near the liftgate. The switch is located behind two access panels; the second panel has a tab that needs to be pushed down to remove the access panel door. 247 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 248
vehicle is not equipped with air suspension, the fuel pump shut-off switch's red reset button will still be visible behind this access 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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 249
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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 250
panel / power distribution box The fuse panel is located under the right-hand side of the instrument panel. To remove the trim panel for access to the fuse box, pull the panel toward you and swing it out away from the side the top part of the cover on the fuse panel, then push the bottom part of the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 251
Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 Fuse Amp Rating 10A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Run/Accessory - Front wiper motor, Instrument cluster, Rear wiper motor, Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) module Turn signal/Hazard flasher, Stoplamp - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 252
Compartment Fuse Panel Description DVD player, Rear seat audio controls, CDDJ (navigation radio) Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (KA power), Speed control deactivation switch, Manual climate control mode switch, Stoplamp switch, Brake-shift interlock (BSI) solenoid, EATC control head, Body Security - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 253
charge relay coil Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ignition relay coil, Digital Transmission Range Sensor (DTRS) back-up lamps, Trailer tow back-up lamps relay coil, Electrochromatic mirror, Navigation radio, Manual A/C blend door actuator AdvanceTrac switch, Instrument cluster (Run/Start feed) ABS - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 254
Compartment Fuse Panel Description Auxiliary A/C temperature blend door actuator, Auxiliary A/C front auxiliary control, Turn signal flasher, Electrochromatic mirror, Auxiliary mode motor, Climate controlled seat modules Restraints Control Module (RCM) Air suspension module (air spring solenoids - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 255
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 27 Fuse Amp Rating 5A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Compass module, Reverse sensing system module, Brake shift interlock (BSI) solenoid, Overdrive cancel switch, Air suspension module (Run/Start sense) PCM relay coil, Speed control relay coil, - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 256
Rear wiper motor, Washer pump (rear window wash) Console power points (front and rear of console), Instrument panel power point (bench seat) DRL relays, DRL foglamps, DRL headlamp relay coil, Headlamp switch (headlamps), Multifunction switch (flash-to-pass), BSM (autolamp headlamps relay), High beam - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 257
Location 109 Fuse Amp Rating 30A** Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Driver seat motor switch (non-memory), Memory module, Power memory mirrors, Adjustable pedals switch and motor Spare Air suspension compressor, Air suspension compressor relay ABS Starter relay Delayed accessory relay - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 258
Fuse/Relay Location R03 R04 Fuse Amp Rating Hi-beam relay Rear window defrost relay Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description solenoids and sensors Trailer tow 7-wire connector (back-up lamps) R05 R06 R201 R202 R203 Trailer tow battery charge relay Front blower relay Trailer tow park lamp - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 259
. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Jack tools and jacking instructions Under the access panel - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 260
equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the rear floor compartment behind the 3rd row seat with the jack tray tools assembly kit) for detailed tire change instructions. 260 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 261
turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel. (If changing the tire on a grade, block the diagonally opposite wheel on the downward side of the grade.) 3. Obtain the spare tire and jack tools from their storage locations. 4. Use the tip of the jack handle to remove any wheel trim. Loosen - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 262
parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked. If the vehicle slips off the jack, someone could be seriously injured. • Front • Rear 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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 263
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 on the air suspension switch (if equipped). Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem side facing up. - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 264
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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 265
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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 266
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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 267
they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 268
of the booster vehicle's battery. 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. 268 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 269
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 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 270
Conditions: • Release the parking brake. • Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF. • Turn the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). If the vehicle's battery manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 271
or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level, please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 272
1-800-387-9333 www.lincolncanada.com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting the ) • The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located • The year and make of your vehicle • The date of vehicle purchase - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 273
pursuing replacement or replacement or repurchase laws. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed after your Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 274
The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 275
license. • The date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s). • The current mileage. • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 276
following address/phone number: Dispute Settlement Board P.O. Box 5120 Southfield, MI 48086-5120 1-800-428-3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 277
and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or can only get fuel with an anti-knock index lower than is recommended emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 278
in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check or money order.) Obtaining a French owner's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. 278 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 279
to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle. California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturer has (a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 280
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 281
can cause damage to the vehicle's paintwork and trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained body-side cladding, roof racks, bumper step surfaces, mirror housings or the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 282
color code (printed on a sticker in the driver's door jam) agitation to remove brake dust and dirt parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 283
Cleaning • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • 4.6L V8 engine • 5.4L V8 engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 283 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 284
parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system. - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 285
or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 285 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 286
These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 287
in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 288
OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 288 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 289
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L V8 engines 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 290
Maintenance and Specifications 5.4L V8 engines 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 290 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 291
level is low. In very cold weather, do not fill the ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 292
brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 293
and Specifications Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 294
, however, try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 295
sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 296
disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance. To begin this process: 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 297
of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the "cold fill level" or within the "cold fill range" as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 298
Specifications • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 299
above), to within the "cold fill range" or the "cold full" level on the reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 300
than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 301
. • The HI TEMP/LOW OIL indicator will illuminate. • The "Service Engine Soon" indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 302
. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 303
may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury. Automotive fuels can cause serious injury - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 304
if you experience an adverse reaction. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 305
. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 306
under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 307
filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 308
gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing 's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 309
. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 310
. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 311
pass the I/M test with the "Check Engine/Service Engine Soon" light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 312
engine until the above driving cycle is complete. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 313
brake system could be compromised, seek service from your dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 314
above 10°C (50°F). ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66°C- the safe range may result in transmission failure. ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 315
original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 316
the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 5. Replace the air - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 317
or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 318
. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, located on the inside of the fuel filler door. • Check tires for proper air pressure monthly. Check spare tire for proper air pressure every six months. Check - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 319
tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Due to exposure to the elements and exhaust you should replace the spare tire when you replace the other tires. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 320
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 321
(washer) between the wheel and the tire pressure sensor needs to be replaced when any tire is changed to minimize air leaks. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge, refer to Checking the tire pressure in this chapter. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 322
information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil N/A Application All Capacity Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil (includes filter change) All 5.7L (6.0 quarts) Fuel - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 323
Specifications Fluid Engine coolant 3 Ford Part Name Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Application 4.6L V8 engine with 1 row radiator 5.4L V8 engine with 1 row radiator 4.6L V8 engine with 1 row radiator and aux rear heat 5.4L V8 engine with 1 row radiator and aux rear heat - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 324
for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time the axle has been submerged in water. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 325
rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring Lock cylinders, Penetrating and swing-away Lock Lubricant spare tire carrier padlock Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, double Life Grease Cardan joint center ball Engine - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 326
Maintenance and Specifications Ford part Ford part name number 4x4 front wheel High E8TZ-19590-A bearings, 4x4 Temperature spindle needle 4x4 Front Axle bearings, spindle & Wheel Bearing thrust bearings Grease & front drive axle u-joint/slip spline Motorcraft XT-5-QM Automatic MERCONV transmission - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 327
Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service Slip rear axles. ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 4.6L V8 engine 281 87 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 328
Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions 4x2 mm (in) (1) Overall length 5228 (205.8) (2) Vehicle width 2000 (Body) (78.7) (2) Vehicle width 2390 including mirrors (94.1) (2) Vehicle width 2029 with mirrors folded (79.9) (2) Vehicle width 2074 (81.7) with optional running - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 329
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the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. (Please note that in - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 331
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 332
Accessories Comfort and convenience Battery warmer Cargo organizers Cargo trays Carpeted cargo mat Dash trim (wood grain) Door edge guards Molded in color running boards Rear seat entertainment system - DVD Remote Start System Tail lamp surrounds (chrome, black and prime) Smoker's pack Swivel hitch/ - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 333
Accessories Removable luggage rack adapters Roof rack cross bars Ski/snowboard carrier Soft luggage cover Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch receiver cover Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Fender flares Front end covers ( - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 334
of such equipment. • Do not install equipment which modifies the vehicles suspension or steering. Such modifications can cause adverse effects to the AdvanceTrac system. • Do not install a loudspeaker in the area of the front floor console or under the front driver or passenger seats. The speaker - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 335
air bag ...186, 189 Air cleaner filter ...315, 322 Air conditioning ...86 auxiliary heater and air conditioner ...91 manual heating and air conditioning system ...83 Air suspension ...213 description ...213 warning light ...14 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...297 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 336
rear seat ...196, 199 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...282 instrument panel ...284 interior ...285 plastic parts ...284 safety belts ...285 washing ...281 waxing ...281 wheels ...282 wiper blades ...284 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...83 Compass, electronic ...125-126 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 337
...325, 327 refill capacities ...322 service points ...289-290 starting after a collision ...247 Engine block heater ...209 Engine oil ...291 change oil soon warning, message center ...291 checking and adding ...291 dipstick ...291 filter, specifications ...293, 322 recommendations ...293 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 338
94 bulb specifications ...99 daytime running lights ...95 flash to pass ...95 high beam ...13, 95 replacing bulbs ...100 turning on and off ...94 warning chime ...14 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...83, 86 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...121-122, 124-125 Hood - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 339
...12 air bag ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11, 211 brake ...11 charging system ...12 check coolant ...13 cruise indicator ...13 door ajar ...13 engine oil pressure ...13 high beam ...13 low fuel ...12 low washer fluid ...12 overdrive off ...13 safety belt ...12 service engine soon ...10 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 340
...183 340 warning light and chime ...12, 14, 178-179 Safety seats for children ...195 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...170 Seats ...155 child safety seats ...195 climate control ...159 memory seat ...145, 158 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...151-153 Servicing your vehicle ...287 - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 341
Index checking the pressure ...318 replacing ...319 rotating ...318 snow tires and chains ...321 tire grades ...317 treadwear ...317 Towing ...239 recreational towing ...244 trailer towing ...239 wrecker ...269 Traction control active light ...12 Transmission ...219 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ... - 2003 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 342
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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Rear seat controls
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Rear seat entertainment system
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Navigation system
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Electronic automatic temperature control
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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