Home » Ford Manuals » 2008 Ford Expedition » Manual Viewer

2008 Ford Expedition Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 277

2008 Ford Expedition Manual

Get 2008 Ford Expedition PDF manuals and user guides

View all 2008 Ford Expedition manuals

Page 277 highlights

Driving Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage. The occurrence of an AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator's ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in an accident, personal injury, or property damage. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC will illuminate steadily. Verify system, the Љsliding carЉ icon that the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC system is not manually disabled (push the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC button located on the center stack still illuminates of the instrument panel). If the Љsliding carЉ icon steadily, have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC disabled may severely reduce your ability to control your vehicle. Failure to have your vehicle properly serviced will increase the risk of an accident, injury, or property damage. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to decrease the driver's effort in steering the vehicle. To help prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir. • Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer. • Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir. 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. 277 2008 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	6
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	7
Event Data Recording	7
Using your vehicle with a snowplow	8
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles	8
Cell phone use	8
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	9
Instrument Cluster	12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	12
GAUGES	17
Entertainment Systems	20
AUDIO SYSTEMS	20
Quick start — How to get going	20
Listening to the radio	20
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)	21
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)	21
AM/FM single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	24
Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	31
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	39
Rear seat radio controls (if equipped)	40
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	43
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	46
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	48
Quick start	49
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	49
To play a CD in the DVD system:	50
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	50
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	51
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):	52
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	52
Using wired headphones (not included):	52
To adjust display brightness:	53
DVD player controls	53
Remote control	56
Battery replacement	58
Headphones	59
Wireless headphones	59
Wired headphones	61
Operation	61
Single play/Dual play	61
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	63
Menu mode	63
Angle mode	63
Aspect ratio	64
Language	64
Subtitles	65
Audio CDs	65
Playing MP3 discs	66
MP3 disc quality factors	66
CD, MP3 and CD player care	67
Playing a DVD	68
Slow play	68
Frame by frame	69
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	69
Audio displays	70
Audio interaction	70
Parental control for the DVD system	70
General information	71
Safety information	72
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	73
Care and service of the DVD player	73
Environmental extremes	73
Temperature extremes	74
Humidity and moisture condensation	74
Foreign substances	74
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	74
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	74
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	74
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	75
Climate Controls	76
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	76
Manual heating and air conditioning system with rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	77
Operating tips	78
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	80
Dual automatic temperature control with heated and cooled seats and rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	82
Operating tips	84
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	86
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	86
Lights	87
HEADLAMP CONTROL	87
Autolamp control	87
Foglamp control (if equipped)	87
High beams	88
Flash to pass	88
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	88
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	89
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	89
Vertical aim adjustment	89
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	90
INTERIOR LAMPS	91
Front row map lamps (if equipped)	91
Front row map/dome lamp (if equipped)	91
Second row map lamps (if equipped)	91
Rear cargo lamp	92
BULB REPLACEMENT	92
Headlamp Condensation	92
Using the right bulbs	92
Replacing the interior bulbs	93
Replacing exterior bulbs	93
Replacing headlamp bulbs	93
Replacing front parking lamp/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs	94
Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs	95
High-mount brakelamp	96
Replacing foglamp bulbs	96
Replacing license plate lamp bulb	97
Approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulb removal (if equipped)	97
Approach lamp bulb removal (if equipped)	98
Driver Controls	99
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	99
Rear window wiper/washer controls	99
TILT STEERING WHEEL	100
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	100
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	101
Forward storage bin (if equipped)	101
Conversation mirror (if equipped)	101
Power quarter rear windows (if equipped)	102
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	102
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	103
	105
Cupholder/Ashtray (if equipped)	105
POWER WINDOWS	105
One touch up or down (Driver’s window only)	105
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)	106
Security Override	106
Window lock	107
Accessory delay	107
INTERIOR MIRROR	107
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	107
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	108
Power side view mirrors	108
Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)	109
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	109
Signal indicator mirrors (if equipped)	110
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	110
POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED)	110
SPEED CONTROL	112
Setting speed control	112
Resuming a set speed	113
Increasing speed while using speed control	114
Reducing speed while using speed control	114
Turning off speed control	114
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	115
Audio control features	115
Climate control features (if equipped)	117
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	117
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	118
Programming	119
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	120
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	121
Erasing HomeLink buttons	121
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	121
STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	122
Selectable features	122
Info menu	122
Odometer/Trip odometer	122
Distance to empty (DTE)	123
Average fuel economy (AFE)	123
Outside air temperature (OAT)	124
Compass display (if equipped)	124
Compass zone adjustment (if equipped)	124
Compass calibration adjustment	125
Setup menu	126
System check	127
Oil life	127
Units (English/Metric)	128
Autolamp	128
Autolock	128
Autounlock	129
Language	129
Blank display	129
System warnings	129
OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	132
Selectable features	132
Reset	132
Info menu	133
Odometer/Trip odometer	133
Outside air temperature (if equipped)	133
Compass display (if equipped)	133
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	134
Distance to empty (DTE)	135
Average fuel economy (AFE)	135
Instantaneous fuel economy	136
Trip elapsed drive time	136
Setup menu	137
Reset to English (if in another language)	137
Easy entry/exit (if equipped)	137
Autolamp delay	137
Air Suspension	138
Autolock	138
Autounlock	138
Power Deployable Running Boards (if equipped)	139
Power Liftgate (if equipped)	139
Language	139
Units (English/Metric)	140
System check	140
System warnings	141
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)	145
POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)	146
MANUAL LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)	149
CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	150
Cargo shelf/divider (if equipped)	150
LUGGAGE RACK	151
Locks and Security	152
KEYS	152
POWER DOOR LOCKS	152
Smart unlocking feature	152
Autolock	152
Deactivating/activating autolock	153
Power door unlock/lock procedure	153
Keyless entry key pad procedure	153
Message center procedure	154
Autounlock feature	154
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	154
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	155
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure	155
Message center procedure	155
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	156
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	156
Unlocking the doors/liftgate	157
Locking the doors/liftgate	157
Opening the liftgate window	158
Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)	159
Car finder	159
Sounding a panic alarm	160
Memory feature	161
Activating the memory feature	161
Deactivating the memory seat feature	162
Replacing the battery	162
Replacing lost transmitters	163
Programming remote transmitters	163
Illuminated entry	164
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	164
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	164
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	165
Programming your own personal entry code	166
Erasing personal code	166
Anti-scan feature	166
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry	167
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	167
Automatic arming	168
Automatic disarming	168
Key information	168
Programming spare keys	169
Seating and Safety Restraints	171
SEATING	171
Front row adjustable head restraints	171
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	171
Manual seat recliner (if equipped)	172
Using the armrest (if equipped)	173
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	173
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	174
Adjusting the front power seat	174
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	176
Climate controlled seats (if equipped)	176
Heated seats	177
Cooled seats	177
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)	177
REAR SEATS	179
Folding down the 2nd row 40% seat system	179
Placing the 2nd row outboard 40% seats in cargo mode	180
Adjusting the 2nd row outboard 40% seat for E-Z Entry	181
Reclining the 2nd row outboard 40% seatback	183
Adjusting the 2nd row center 20% seat (if equipped)	185
Folding down the 3rd row seats to the load floor	186
Third row power folding seat (if equipped)	187
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	188
Personal Safety System™	188
How does the Personal Safety System™ work?	188
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	189
Front crash severity sensor	189
Driver’s seat position sensor	189
Front safety belt usage sensors	189
Front safety belt pretensioners	189
Front safety belt energy management retractors	189
Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational	190
Safety restraints precautions	190
Combination lap and shoulder belts	191
Front center lap belt	192
Vehicle sensitive mode	193
Automatic locking mode	193
When to use the automatic locking mode	193
How to use the automatic locking mode	193
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	194
Safety belt pretensioner	194
Safety belt height adjustment	195
Second row comfort guide	196
Safety belt extension assembly	197
Safety belt maintenance	197
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	197
Conditions of operation	198
Belt-Minder	198
One time disable	201
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (if equipped)	201
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	202
Important SRS precautions	202
Children and airbags	204
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	204
Determining if the system is operational	206
Seat-mounted side airbag system	206
How does the side airbag system work?	207
Safety Canopy™ system	208
How does the Safety Canopy™ system work?	209
Determining if the system is operational	211
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	211
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	212
Important child restraint precautions	212
Children and safety belts	212
Child booster seats	213
When children should use booster seats	213
Types of booster seats	214
The importance of shoulder belts	215
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	216
Child and infant or child safety seats	216
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	217
Installing child safety seats in the center front seating position (if equipped)	220
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	221
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	225
Tires, Wheels and Loading	227
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	227
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	228
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	229
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	230
Treadwear	230
Traction AA A B C	230
Temperature A B C	231
TIRES	231
Glossary of tire terminology	231
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	232
TIRE CARE	234
Inspecting your tires	234
Tire wear	235
Damage	235
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	236
Tire replacement requirements	236
Safety practices	237
Highway hazards	238
Tire and wheel alignment	238
Tire rotation	238
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	239
Information on “P” type tires	240
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	243
Information on “T” type tires	244
Location of the tire label	244
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	245
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	247
When your temporary spare tire is installed	247
When you believe your system is not operating properly	247
When inflating your tires	249
How temperature affects your tire pressure	249
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	250
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	250
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles	256
TRAILER TOWING	256
Integrated hitch rating	260
Preparing to tow	260
Hitches	260
Weight distributing hitch	261
Safety chains	261
Trailer brakes	261
Trailer lamps	262
Driving while you tow	262
Servicing after towing	262
Trailer towing tips	262
Launching or retrieving a boat	263
RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND)	264
Driving	265
STARTING	265
Positions of the ignition	265
Preparing to start your vehicle	265
Important safety precautions	266
Starting the engine	267
Guarding against exhaust fumes	268
Important ventilating information	268
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	268
BRAKES	270
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)	271
Using ABS	271
ABS warning lamp	271
Parking brake	272
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	273
STEERING	277
Variable assist steering	278
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	278
LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)	279
PREPARING TO DRIVE	279
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	280
Brake-shift interlock – column-shift transmission	280
Brake-shift interlock – floor-shift transmission	281
Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission	282
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	285
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	285
REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	288
CONTROL TRAC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	290
System indicator messages	290
Positions of the Control Trac system	291
Shifting between modes	292
Shifting from 2H to 4A or 4H	292
Shifting from 4A to 4H	292
Shifting to/from 4L	292
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	293
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	293
Basic operating principles	293
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	293
If your vehicle gets stuck	294
Emergency maneuvers	295
Control Trac four–wheel drive system (if equipped)	295
Normal characteristics	296
Sand	296
Mud and water	296
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	297
Driving on snow and ice	298
Maintenance and Modifications	299
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	299
Roadside Emergencies	300
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	300
Getting roadside assistance	300
Using roadside assistance	301
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	301
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	301
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	302
FUSES AND RELAYS	303
Fuses	303
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	303
Passenger compartment fuse panel	304
Power distribution box	307
CHANGING THE TIRES	310
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	311
Stopping and securing the vehicle	313
Location of the spare tire and tools	313
Removing the jack and tools	313
Removing the spare tire	314
Tire change procedure	314
Stowing the spare tire	317
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	318
JUMP STARTING	319
Preparing your vehicle	320
Connecting the jumper cables	320
Jump starting	323
Removing the jumper cables	323
WRECKER TOWING	326
Customer Assistance	328
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	328
At home	328
Away from home	328
Additional Assistance	329
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	330
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	331
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	332
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	332
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	333
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	334
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	334
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	335
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	335
Cleaning	335
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	335
WAXING	336
PAINT CHIPS	337
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	337
ENGINE	337
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	338
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	338
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	339
INTERIOR	340
CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	340
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH EXPEDITION)	341
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH EXPEDITION ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)	341
UNDERBODY	342
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	343
Maintenance and Specifications	344
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	344
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	344
Working with the engine off	344
Working with the engine on	344
OPENING THE HOOD	345
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	346
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	347
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate	347
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	348
Changing the rear window wiper blade	348
ENGINE OIL	349
Checking the engine oil	349
Adding engine oil	350
Engine oil and filter recommendations	351
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	351
BATTERY	352
ENGINE COOLANT	354
Checking engine coolant	354
Adding engine coolant	355

Match case Limit results 1 per page

Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose

control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or

property damage. The occurrence of an AdvanceTrac

with RSC event

is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their

ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator’s ability to

control the vehicle potentially resulting in an accident, personal injury,

or property damage. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW

DOWN.

If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac

with RSC

system, the

sliding car

icon

will illuminate steadily. Verify

that the AdvanceTrac

with RSC system is not manually disabled

(push the AdvanceTrac

with RSC button located on the center stack

of the instrument panel). If the

sliding car

icon

still illuminates

steadily, have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately.

Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac

with RSC disabled may

severely reduce your ability to control your vehicle. Failure to have

your vehicle properly serviced will increase the risk of an accident,

injury, or property damage.

STEERING

Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy

from the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle.

To help prevent damage to the power steering pump:

•

Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left

for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.

•

Do not operate the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level

below the MIN mark on the reservoir.

•

Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check

for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your

authorized dealer.

•

Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steering

pump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level before

seeking service by your authorized dealer.

•

Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on

the reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir.

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.

2008 Expedition

(exd)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA

(fus)

Driving

277