2009 Ford Expedition Owner Guide 2nd Printing
2009 Ford Expedition Manual
2009 Ford Expedition manual content summary:
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83 86 93 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 94 94 98 99 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 106 106 107 112 114 120 125 130 1 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2
291 297 298 304 307 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 319 319 320 321 322 329 338 339 346 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company 3 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 4
automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 5 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. 6 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location, 7 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the feature. See your limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. 8 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 9
. This Owner's Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 9 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 11
Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 11 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 12
. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 12 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 13
brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 13 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 14
the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 14 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated. 15 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 16
fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Four wheel drive (RTT) (if 4x4 equipped): Displays when four-wheel drive is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 17
operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 17 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 18
• With optional message center: see TRIP A/B under Message center in this chapter. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 18 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 19
the vehicle's electrical system checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. information. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. 19 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 20
Entertainment Systems AUDIO SYSTEMS Quick start - How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that station frequency will appear on the display. 20 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 21
listing under the MENU control on your specific audio system. 4. Once you are tuned to the desired system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press CD to enter CD mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 21 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 22
features: SEEK, SEEK to Press access the previous/next tracks. Press and hold REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. Press and hold FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 22 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 23
. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. until the system To auto eject up to six discs, press and hold begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 23 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24
turned off or until either front door is opened. / (Tuner): 1. In radio mode, press to manually or down the radio go up frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. In menu mode, use to select various settings. 24 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. (Phone): Press to access 2. SYNC phone features if your system's / to cycle through the saved songs. When the memory. Press song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. 25 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
Check with your authorized dealer losing your original manually set preset stations feature allows you to display text transmitted by RBDS-equipped stations and to search for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC, COUNTRY, INFORM, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc. 26 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
Systems Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 27 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 28
DVD system. For further information on the DVD system, refer to Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through FES/DVD (if equipped) LINE IN (Auxiliary audio category is in the display, 28 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 29
, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder. : In folder mode, 8. FOLDER to access next press FOLDER folder on MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, 9. press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 29 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 30
until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press , press TEXT/SCAN and then display text. 30 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 31
SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 14 system, CD play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display. 17. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. 18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up. 31 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 32
): 1. In radio mode, press to manually or down the radio go up frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. In menu mode, use to select various settings. In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc. 32 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 33
OK to delete a song from the system's / to cycle through the saved songs. When the memory. Press song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again 33 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 34
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for / system will store the last one in the remaining presets. RBDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 35
Systems Use to adjust the audio between the back (B) will not change the volume feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Track/Folder Mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc. Mode, pressing 35 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 36
DVD system. For further information on the DVD system, refer to Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through FES/DVD (if equipped) LINE IN (Auxiliary audio in the selected category. 36 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 37
folder 9. FOLDER to access mode, press the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): In CD mode, press FF to manually advance in a track. In DVD mode (if equipped), press to advance within the current chapter. 37 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 38
Entertainment Systems 11. REW (Rewind): In radio mode, press REW to manually reverse in a track. In DVD mode (if equipped), press to reverse only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 38 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 39
CD. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. until the system begins To auto eject up to 6 CDs, press and hold ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 39 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 40
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. Your vehicle is equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ) located inside the center console. The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 41
stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. 41 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 42
inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation system supplement - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 43
jack: Use to plug in and play auxiliary audio sources. 7. -: In CD mode, press to access the previous CD. 8. +: In CD mode, press to access the next CD. / : Press to turn the rear speakers on (Single Play mode) or off 9. (Dual Play mode). 43 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 44
Systems Parental control Press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio Press the speaker/headphone control. • Press the MEDIA Control to change audio sources (for headphone mode only) • Use the other controls to 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 45
previously. GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 45 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 46
) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. 46 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 47
labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 48
.mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder. Satellite radio information (if equipped) Satellite away from the antenna as possible. 48 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 49
system include: • Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle. • Use of online media player you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. Satellite 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 50
on this channel. The system is working properly. Song title information Song title information not available. not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. SAT FAULT INVALID CHNL UNSUBSCRIBED NO TEXT NO TEXT 50 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 51
video game systems. The DVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and is compatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and certain CD-ROM media. Please review this material to become familiar with the FES features and controls as well as the very important safety information. 51 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 52
OFF. Press the power button to turn the system off. The indicator light will turn off indicating the system is off. Note: The audio from the DVD system will play over all vehicle speakers and can be adjusted by the radio volume control. 52 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 53
or the ignition is in accessory mode. 2. Insert an MP3 disc into the system, label-side up to turn on the DVD system. It will load and automatically begin to play. If there is already a disc in the system, press PLAY on the DVD player. 53 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 54
on the DVD system to change the video source to DVD-AUX. If your source is properly plugged in, it will appear on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen. If your auxiliary source does not have a video signal, or if the DVD system does not detect a video signal 54 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 55
Non-navigation based radio systems): You may listen to channels A and B over wired or wireless headphones. Refer to Using the infrared wireless headphones and Using wired headphones for further information. • Black (4) - wired headphone output (wired headphones not included) 55 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 56
B. Headphones side of the DVD system. Each side is labeled plugged into jack A will listen to Channel A and headphones plugged into jack B will listen to Channel B. 2. Adjust the volume levels using the volume controls on the DVD system. 56 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 57
only. Note: Headphone A can access any possible media (AM, FM1, FM2, SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, DVD-AUX). Headphone B can only access DVD and DVD-AUX. For further information, refer to Single play/Dual play later in this section. 57 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 58
and sends audio signals to the infrared (IR) wireless headphones. 9. LCD screen: The eight inch diagonal screen rotates down to view and up into housing to store when not in use. Ensure that the screen is latched into the housing when being stored. 58 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 59
press the 2 and 4 memory preset buttons on the audio system at the same time to perform the same function. For , FM1, FM2, SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, DVD-AUX). Channel B can only access DVD and DVD-AUX sources. 13. RETURN: Press to return to 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 60
remote control directly at the player. Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player. 1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. 2. display of the FES functions and adjustments. 60 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 61
presets on the audio system at the same time DVD, LINE IN (if equipped), DVD-AUX. Channel B can only access DVD and AUX sources. 16. VIDEO: Press to cycle through video states: DVD-DISC, DVD-AUX, NON-DVD, Off. 17. EJECT: Press to eject a disc from the FES. 61 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 62
the remote control and backlight all of the buttons. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player. 62 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 63
infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system. Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer to Wired Headphones following. 63 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 64
remove the screw at the bottom of the cover. Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 64 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 65
infrared signal is received), the wireless headphones will automatically turn off. They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature. If this happens, simply turn the headphones on again and continue use. 65 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 66
attention to driving and to the road. You may purchase wired headphones for your FES (Family Entertainment System). Plug them into control on the DVD system. Operation Single play/Dual play Your DVD and audio system work together with the 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 67
. The system can output two different audio sources over the headphones. These are called Channel A and Channel B. Both Channel A and Channel B can be listened to on the wired headphones (not included) or on the infrared (IR) wireless headphones. 67 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 68
limited to listening to the same radio channel. / headphone/speaker Press the button on the DVD player or navigation radio touch screen. The headphone control will now be active and a green light next to the A or B headphone control buttons will illuminate. The system can output two different audio - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 69
B can listen to either the DVD media or the DVD system auxiliary inputs (DVD-AUX). Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the Family - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 70
from. Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. The system default is Angle 1. Aspect ratio Select ASPECT RATIO to select the viewing size and shape of the video displayed on the LCD screen. This is disc dependent. 70 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 71
for audio output (English, Spanish, French). This is disc dependent. Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. The system default is English. Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on or off. The system default is OFF. 71 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 72
when in CD mode. Press to turn the feature on/off. SHUFFLE: Press to hear all DVD system: 1. Ensure that the vehicle is on or the ignition is in accessory mode. 2. Ensure that the DVD system is on. 3. Insert the MP3 disc into the DVD system, label side up. 72 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 73
, but be sure to close each session or the disc will not play. • Bit rate - The player supports bit rates from 32-320 kbps, as well as variable bit rate MP3 files, but lower bit rates encoding to avoid undesirable noise and distortion. 73 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 74
damage CDs or DVDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Playing a DVD 1. Ensure that the vehicle is on or the ignition is in accessory mode. 2. Ensure that the navigation system is on. 3. Insert a DVD label-side up into the system. 74 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 75
Systems 4. Use the DVD bezel controls to: Press to play or pause a DVD. Press to stop or eject a DVD mode to navigate through the menu selections. Press to adjust volume levels. Slow play 1. With a DVD playing, DVD playing, press pause. 75 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 76
channel audio input 4. Black: wired headphone jack (not included) The B headphone jack (5) is located on the right side of the DVD system. Plug in wired headphones (not included) here. Note: The B headphones can only access DVD and AUX modes. They cannot access radio sources. 76 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 77
) only. The radio will ignore button presses that affect the primary (speaker) audio source. LOCKED (disabled): The FES buttons are locked and all FES button presses are ignored by the radio and the FES except for load and eject. 77 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 78
and/or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems, such as pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications. An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http:// www.mp3licensing.com. 78 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 79
to the driving task when it is safe to do so. Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family Entertainment System (FES). See your dealer. Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 80
. To avoid these outcomes, whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to: • extremely hot or cold temperatures. • direct sunlight. • high humidity. • a dusty environment. • locations where strong magnetic fields are generated. 80 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 81
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. Moisture condensation may cause damage to - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 82
SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation system supplement (if equipped). 82 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 83
later in this chapter for more information. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages (defrost) and (floor/defrost). automatically in MAX A/C, 83 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 84
the fan speed. 3. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear of the floor console (if equipped), or to activate the auxiliary A/C system per the settings on the front control. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. 84 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 85
down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been "aired out". • During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in 85 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 86
's transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. To aid in side - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 87
auxiliary system 5. R or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. Press to manually increase floor/defrost). : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister 8. vents and floor vents. 9. : Distributes air through the floor vents. 87 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 88
the floor console. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. When the REAR button is pressed, the display will show only the rear cabin settings. After the rear setting changes are completed on the front control, the display will automatically show all climate settings. 88 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 89
air system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center cabin settings. After the rear setting changes 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 90
8. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear floor console (if equipped). Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. When the REAR button is pressed, the display will show only the rear cabin settings. After the rear setting changes are completed on the front control, the display will - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 91
or with recirculated air • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in or with the system off when the A/C and recirculated air vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. 91 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 92
. (panel), A/C, and recirculated In Manual Override: Press the air , set the temperature to 60°F (16°C) and the fan to the highest blower setting. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 93
/mode selection: 1 The distribution of air from the 2 overhead and floor registers is based 3 on the temperature remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 93 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 94
from 0-180 seconds after the ignition switch is turned off. See Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise. • To turn autolamps off, rotate the control to the off position. 94 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 95
to turn the fog lamps on. The will fog lamp indicator light illuminate. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash in the off, parking lamps or autolamp position. 95 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 96
been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer. Vertical aim adjustment Before aim adjustment, disable the air suspension system. Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. 96 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 97
up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Repeat Steps 3-5 for the other headlamp. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. 97 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 98
door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. The map lamps are activated by pressing the controls on either side of the lens. 98 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 99
to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal 99 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 100
Front row map lamps Front row map/dome lamps Rear cargo lamp 2nd row reading lamp Turn/tail/brake/sidemarker lamps Backup lamp 100 Number of bulbs 2 2 2 2 2 3 1 2 2 2 Trade number H13/9008 194 3157 A 9145 W5W 578 578 W5W 3157K or 4157K 921 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 101
2 A6224PF rail system (SOR) High-mount brake lamp 5 W5W All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer * To obtain replacement approach lamp assembly bulbs, see your authorized dealer and reference Ford part no. 2L1Z - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 102
is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. At the back of the headlamp, remove the two headlamp assembly retainer bolts. 4. Slide headlamp assembly forward and off the retaining tab to expose the back of the headlamp assembly. 102 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 103
straight out of socket and snap in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle by securing the lamp assembly with two torx screws. 103 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 104
mount brakelamp To change the high-mount brakelamp bulbs: 1. Remove the two screws holding the lamp assembly in place. 2. Pull the lamp assembly straight out. 3. Disconnect the wire harness. 4. Depress the four tabs that hold the light assembly on, one at a time, and pull the black bulb carrier away - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 105
in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 6. Install the lamp assembly and secure it with the retaining screw. Replacing approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulbs (if equipped) For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 105 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 106
feature damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. 106 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 107
Driver Controls Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp) When the the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. 107 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 108
mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature (if equipped) Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to full open position. 108 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 109
should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window opening. 109 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 110
(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. 110 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 111
center console. The power point is accessible from the rear seats. 1 2 3 4 The rear auxiliary power point is located on the right rear quarter panel. The power point is accessible from the liftgate or the third row seat. Equipped with rear climate control 111 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 112
equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and not in the proximity of the window openings. 112 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 113
, for vehicles equipped with this option One touch up or down (Driver's window only) This feature allows the driver's window to open or close fully without holding the control down. To operate one perform a normal open or one touch down. 113 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 114
until either front door is opened. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 114 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 115
vehicle is equipped with a reverse camera system, a video image will display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). Refer to Reverse camera system in the Driving chapter. 115 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 116
the mirrors out, then in, until the click is heard. After that, the mirrors will operate to their normal positions until they are again moved manually. POWER FOLD 116 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 117
to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. 117 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 118
the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doors are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 118 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 119
board mechanism, possibly leading to unwanted noise. If this occurs, manually set the running boards to the deployed position and flush the system (in particular the front and rear hinge arms) with a high-pressure car wash wand. 119 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 120
the running board under body mounts to lift the vehicle when jacking. Please utilize proper jacking points. Refer to Changing the tires in steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 120 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 121
. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. on the 5. The indicator light instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. the vehicle to the previously set speed. 121 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 122
set speed in small amounts by 1 mph or 2 km/h. • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and : • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle's previously set speed. 122 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 123
speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, or reverse through the CD/USB. 123 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124
DVD system in the Entertainment Systems chapter. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Navigation system hands free control features (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly until icon appears on the the voice Navigation . 124 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 125
system, refer to the SYNC supplement. Navigation system/SYNC hands free control features (if equipped) Press VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature to stop the moon roof. 125 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 126
built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. WARNING: When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 127
of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener). 4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit). 127 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 128
. (The name and color of the button may vary of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. 128 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 129
button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 129 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 130
• Average Fuel Economy (AFE) • Outside air temperature (OAT Compass display (if equipped) Compass zone adjustment (if equipped) Compass calibration adjustment (if equipped) Blank display Setup menu Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 130 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131
. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET stem (press and hold for two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. 131 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 132
RESET stem for approximately two seconds until the message center displays HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK. 4. Press and release the RESET stem to scroll through the system check displays until the message center displays COMPASS ZONE . 132 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 133
is carried out. 6. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph (5 km/h ) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE message changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. Blank display Press the RESET stem once to turn the message center display off. 133 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 134
message center for following selectable features: • System Check • Oil 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 a warning message for two seconds. 134 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 135
WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. DOOR/LIFTGATE/GLASS AJAR 5. BRAKE SYSTEM 6. FUEL LEVEL (will only display if 50 miles or less to empty) Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 136
the ignition is switched off. 1. To change the time delay of the autolamp feature, select this function from the SETUP MENU. feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver's door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 136 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 137
you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 138
Door ajar Liftgate/glass ajar Check charging system Check fuel fill inlet Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault 4x4 shift in progress (if equipped) Brake fluid level low Check park brake Washer fluid level low Oil life change soon Oil change required Check brake - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 139
immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. CHECK PARK BRAKE - Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 139 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 140
features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the following control displays: • Odometer/Trip odometer • Outside air temperature (if equipped) • Distance to Empty (DTE) 140 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 141
fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 141 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 142
. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to display a timer. To operate the Trip Elapsed Drive Time perform the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer. 142 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 143
monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. 143 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 144
WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. DOOR STATUS 5. LIFTGATE/GLASS 6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 7. AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (if equipped) 8. FUEL LEVEL Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 145
closed position. 1. To disable/enable the air suspension feature with the vehicle in P (Park), select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the air suspension OFF or ON. 145 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 146
from the vehicle or for cleaning. 1. To disable/enable the power running board feature with the vehicle in P (Park), select this function from the SETUP control for running boards will remain IN regardless of the doors being open/closed. 146 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 147
cargo area control button are off. The instrument panel button will continue to function the liftgate in power mode. Easy entry/exit (if equipped) This feature still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 148
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. 148 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 149
drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes control cycles the message center through each of the language change back to English. Press and hold the RESET control to set the language choice. 149 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 150
Check fuel fill inlet Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Air suspension off (if equipped) Status Warning can be reset. Will return if reset and warning is cleared and set again within the same ignition cycle. Will return on ignition cycle. 150 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 151
Driver Controls Warning display Brake fluid level low Check park brake Washer fluid level low Oil change required Oil life change soon Check air suspension (if equipped) Check park aid (if equipped) Check brake system Status Warning can be reset. Will NOT return if reset and warning is cleared and - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 152
immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. CHECK PARK BRAKE - Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 152 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 153
to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the manual park brake is set - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 154
of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED) The liftgate can be operated by the following: • instrument panel control button • key fob button • outside control button • control button in the rear cargo area Note - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 155
. If any excessive load is removed and you still have a faster chime, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Do not attempt to manually force the liftgate to travel faster than the power system will permit. This will activate the obstacle detection feature. Note: Cycling the - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 156
three seconds. Press and release the control to open or reverse the liftgate. Rear cargo area control button will not open the liftgate when the liftgate is latched. WARNING: Keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch. 156 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 157
with the outside release handle or rear cargo area control button. The power liftgate is still operational through the use of the Remote entry transmitter and IP button when the power liftgate is turned off in the message center. 157 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 158
the vehicle. The liftgate cannot be opened from the cargo area control button, only closed. Note: In the event of a power failure, the latch can be accessed and released from the inside using the access panel on the liftgate trim. 158 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 159
SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The cargo management system consists of a storage compartment located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 1. To open, lift up on the handle and cover. 2. To close, lower the cover and press down on the handle until the latch clicks. 159 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 160
panels and snap vertically in place. WARNING: Do not load any objects on the shelf that may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. WARNING: Do not place people or pets on or under the parcel shelf. 160 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 161
cross-bar. Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight each time load is added or removed from the roof rack, Ford Motor Company recommends loading the roof rack only when equipped with (optional) crossbars, to avoid unintended damage to the roof panel. 161 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 162
all the doors. The transmitter system section later in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle's IKTs were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference. 162 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 163
turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder, place your thumb on the center thumb rest of the IKT and forefinger on the logo badge on the opposite side. To gain control can be adjacent to the utilized. 163 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 164
autolock feature will lock all the doors, liftgate and liftgate window when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 164 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 165
feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, • Performing the keyless entry keypad (if equipped) procedure, or • Performing the message center to confirm the procedure is complete. 165 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 166
(if equipped), or • by using the instrument cluster message center (if equipped). Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. 166 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 167
a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autounlock feature using the vehicle's message center, refer to Message center information in the Driver Controls chapter. 167 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 168
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 168 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 169
and release again within three seconds to unlock all the 2. Press doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the on position. 169 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 170
liftgate stops mid travel, it may have detected an obstacle, Check to ensure the power liftgate swing zone is free from obstruction and reset the power assist by manually closing the power liftgate. Normal operation can then be resumed. 170 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 171
exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air a second tone is heard after five seconds. 171 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 172
the memory feature To deactivate this feature: 1. Press to remove the battery cover. Note instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 172 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 173
on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Perimeter lamps illuminated entry The following items will illuminate when the remote entry transmitter is pressed: • Head lamps • Park lamps • Tail lamps (unlock) control on the 173 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 174
chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Illuminated exit • When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle lamps, if equipped) will illuminate. 174 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 175
1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. Three unique personal entry codes can be stored: 175 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 176
the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. Note: The driver's door must be closed. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. To open the liftglass, press the 5 • 6 after entering the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. 176 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 177
engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded IKT and restart the engine. Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. 177 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 178
two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from your authorized dealer. Your authorized dealer can program your key or you can "do it yourself." Refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter. 178 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 179
: • Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standard SecuriLock™ keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. 179 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 180
engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. 180 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 181
close the door. • Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (driver's door must be closed). There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occur before the vehicle becomes armed. 181 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 182
armed system will be triggered if: • Any door, the hood or the liftgate is opened without using the keypad or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT. • The ignition is turned to the on position with an invalid unprogrammed SecuriLock™ key or IKT. 182 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 183
release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 183 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 184
3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 184 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 185
the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. 185 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 186
Safety Restraints Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Manual seat recliner (if equipped) WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug . Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. 186 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 187
down. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Turn the lumbar support control clockwise for more support. Turn the lumbar support counter-clockwise for less support. 187 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 188
of the seat cushion. Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. 188 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 189
control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. Note: On vehicles with memory seats, to prevent damage to the seat, the power seats are designed to set a stopping position just short of the feel the seat bounce back slightly. 189 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 190
and the easy entry feature is enabled. Climate controlled seats (if equipped) Note: It is recommended for optimal performance that the vehicle air conditioning system be run in the automatic temperature control (DEATC) system. 190 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 191
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must lights), low cool (one indicator light) or off. If the engine falls below 350 RPMs while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. 191 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 192
all the way forward and up to ease access. To remove an air filter: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate toward the front of the vehicle once tabs are released. 3. Remove filter. 192 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 193
in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. REAR SEATS Folding down the 2nd row 40% seat system WARNING: Use caution the head restraints by pulling on the strap. 193 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 194
door. cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 194 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 195
injury. To place the seats in the cargo mode: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. 2. Pull the cargo mode lever up to release the seat into a kneel down load floor position. A moderate force may be required to move the seat forward and down. 195 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 196
releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat upward and fold it away from the third row. WARNING: Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 196 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 197
that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 197 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 198
the seat back to release the seat from the floor, and rotate the seat up towards the front seat center 20% seat system (if equipped) 1. Locate the release handle located in the upper left seat back, and pull the handle to release the folding seat latch. 198 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 199
cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 199 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 200
2nd row center 20% , spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care , needles, or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 201
no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the third row seats or on the seat cushion before lowering them. Ensure that the head restraints are lowered. Ensure that the second row seats are not reclined. 201 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 202
that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 202 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 203
on the right-hand rear quarter trim panel (accessible from the liftgate area). Push feature, the power 3rd row seat will be disabled 10 minutes after turning the vehicle off. If the power 3rd row seat is disabled after 10 minutes, the seat can be enabled by 203 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 204
to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 204 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 205
allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt safety belts firmly against the occupant's body during frontal collisions, and in side limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Safety restraints section in this chapter. 205 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 206
problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 206 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 207
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. WARNING: . 207 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 208
2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. • Front and rear locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 209
mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver return to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 209 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 210
system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the "automatic locking retractor" feature airbags or Safety Canopy and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. 210 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 211
row outboard lap/shoulder belt is equipped with a belt comfort guide. This guide is attached to the quarter trim panel and is used to adjust the comfort of the shoulder belt for smaller occupants in the outboard second row seats. 211 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 212
extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 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 to fasten their safety belts. 212 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 213
while the system is activated. Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 213 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 214
...Then...The Belt-Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime are rare events" Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to "rare" events, even for 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 215
performance of the vehicle's air bag system One-time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition on cycle, Belt-Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. 215 Reasons given..."I was in a hurry" 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 216
for three seconds. • This will enable the Belt-Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds, followed by three 216 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 217
should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. 217 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 218
and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. 218 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 219
instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airbags airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 219 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 220
and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags), • seat-mounted side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • Safety Canopy system. Refer to Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. 220 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 221
use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 221 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 222
provided occupants in side impact collisions. The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. 222 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 223
Canopy. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy could injure you as it deploys from the headliner. 223 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 224
above the doors (one on each side of vehicle). • A headliner designed to flex open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same readiness airbag light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. 224 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 225
inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. The Safety Canopy system is designed to activate when the vehicle Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 225 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Unless serviced, the system an airbag (front, side, side curtain or Safety Canopy) or the safety belt pretensioners. 226 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 227
or on the internet at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov. Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age, and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 227 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 228
reChild size, height, weight, or age straint type 45 meters) tall or greater than 80 lb shoulder belt centered across the (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) 45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 229
belt belt and belt ReChild anchors anchors and LATCH only straint Weight and top only) top (lower Type tether tether anchors anchor) X child seat (21 kg) WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear- 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 230
arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 230 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 231
) should always properly wear safety belts. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. 231 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 232
follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you is securely fastened in the buckle. 232 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 233
to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 233 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 234
the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 235
. This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 236
provided with your child seat. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. The locator symbols are on round plastic buttons on the center seat and on rectangular tags on the outboard seats. 236 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 237
check accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap, or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle. 237 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 238
behind the seats as described below. In the third row center seating position, the tether anchor is a loop at the bottom using either the safety belt, the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top tether strap. 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 239
row outboard seating positions • Second row center seating position (if equipped) 3. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame. 4. Rotate the tether strap, and clip the tether strap to the anchor on the seat frame. 239 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 240
child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. Third row center seating position 1. Route the child safety seat tether of the hinged panel along the bottom of the seat back to access the tether anchor. 240 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 241
four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight, height, and age limits specific to your child safety seat. Keep your child in the seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. 241 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 242
the edge of the seat cushion? • Can the child sit without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 242 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243
• Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 243 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 244
not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. 244 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 245
Interior in the Cleaning chapter. WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 245 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 246
with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 246 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 247
inclines and drive over the crest of a hill without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 247 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 248
light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. 248 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 249
-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 249 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 250
support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 250 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 251
lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change. A 10°F (6°C) temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop 251 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 252
. 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 252 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 253
tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. 253 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 254
Wheels can accelerate the codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. Tire replacement requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 254 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 255
pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft. (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 255 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 256
tire is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. 256 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 257
a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you're driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. Wheel misalignment - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 258
dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel to width. 258 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 259
If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner's Guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 260
25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle wheel. 260 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 261
Wheels the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits. 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 262
Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 262 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 263
the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 263 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 264
tire is removed. The pressure sensor is located opposite (180 degrees) from the valve stem. Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor. It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 265
the system functions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. TPMS If your tires are properly inflated and your malfunc- spare tire is not in use and the light remains tion ON, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 265 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 266
, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 266 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 267
or chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent. Other conventional link type chains may contact and cause damage to the vehicle's wheel house and/or body. • Do not install chains on the front wheels. Chains on the front wheels may interfere with suspension components. • Chains are not - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 268
Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 269
and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 269 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 270
in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 271
mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of 10-15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15-25% (fifth wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 272
being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 273
the center of gravity of the vehicle. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing. 273 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 274
) and lamps are properly connected and functional. Electronic trailer brakes (if equipped) refer to the instructions provided by the aftermarket electronic brake controller manufacture for determining trailer brake functionality. 274 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 275
exceed the frontal area of the vehicle (36.5 square feet [3.4 square meters]). Note: For vehicles equipped with the optional trailer tow package, the maximum frontal area of trailer should not exceed 60 square feet (5.6 square meters). 275 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 276
total weight. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 276 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 277
tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 278
local and Federal regulations. WARNING: Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. 278 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 279
stability enhancement system to activate. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for more information. 279 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 280
(80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C rear bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 280 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 281
. See your authorized dealer if you must flat-tow a vehicle equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive system. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 281 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 282
: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 282 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 283
WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 284
in starting the engine. After releasing the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position. 284 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 285
and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to floor, then crank the engine. 2. When the engine starts, release the key, then gradually release the accelerator pedal as the engine speeds up. If the engine still fails to start, repeat Step 1. 285 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 286
is below 0°F (-18°C). See Cold weather starting in the Driving chapter for more information on starting with ethanol. WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. 286 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 287
. Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour. • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it's in good working order. 287 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 288
chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. WARNING: If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. 288 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 289
-lock ! P brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released. If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately. 289 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 290
fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. 290 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 291
quickly and reduce fuel economy. ADVANCETRACா WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSCா) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 292
of the remains steadily instrument panel. If the "sliding car" icon illuminated, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. The message center will also indicate a failure with the AdvanceTrac with RSC system. 292 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 293
condition and will continue to function during the cool-down period. The Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control system may be deactivated in certain situations. See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac with RSC section following. 293 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 294
flash. "sliding car" icon Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Roll Stability Control system, which include: • Emergency lane-change • Taking a turn too fast • Quick maneuvering to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle 294 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 295
button . again will turn off the lighted button and the Љsliding carЉ icon In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function; however, ESC km/h) (40 km/h) Flashes then illuminated solid 295 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 296
, the assist will adjust to improve steering feel at high speeds. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes while driving at a constant engine RPM, have the power steering system checked by your authorized dealer. 296 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 297
conditions • Steering maneuvers • Braking • Acceleration This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. If you exceed the load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate. The air suspension system will stay active for - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 298
center of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes brake. 2. Turn the key to the off position. 298 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 299
from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal depressed, or when the ignition is in 299 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 300
to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage during coasting or deceleration. When you take your foot off the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down the torque converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to the 300 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 301
Driving engine while decelerating. This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy. The Adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy offers the optimal - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 302
transmission • Floor-shift transmission The TOW HAUL indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Tow/Haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting. Tow/Haul also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the 302 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 303
into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Drive) only. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. 303 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 304
-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the reverse sensing system may create false beeps. 304 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 305
down immediately until the tone either changes to a slower rate or stops. While receiving a warning the radio volume will be reduced to a predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio will return to the previous value. 305 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 306
elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 306 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 307
) and into any gear other than P (Park), the image in the navigation screen will remain until the vehicle speed reaches five mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, or until any navigation radio button is depressed. 307 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 308
Driving Note: The default setting for the camera delay is off. Push the "Settings" button found on the navigation screen (if equipped) to set the camera delay feature to on or off. When towing, the camera system will only see what is being towed behind the vehicle; this might not provide adequate - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 309
driving in 2H, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. • 4X4 AUTO - displays when 4A is selected. • 4X4 - displays when 4H is selected. • 4X4 LOW - displays when 4L is selected. 309 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 310
in 2H, 4A or 4H while driving in deep sand, very deep snow or more strenuous off-road maneuvers. This will disable the engine management feature, allowing the vehicle to maintain full power and enhanced momentum through the obstacle. 310 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 311
characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. The AdvanceTrac with RSC stability enhancement system can be turned off manually by pressing the AdvanceTrac with RSC button (refer to 311 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 312
System in this chapter) while operating in 2H, 4A or 4H while driving in deep sand, very deep snow or more strenuous off-road maneuvers. This will disable the engine management feature you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. 312 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 313
released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 313 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 314
) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Control Trac four-wheel drive system (if equipped) When a four-wheel drive mode is selected, the Control Trac system uses all four wheels to power the vehicle - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 315
can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. 315 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 316
driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 317
lower gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake forcefully and steadily. Do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 317 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 318
and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 318 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 319
shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled, but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services. 319 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 320
Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. 320 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 321
apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the on position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the off position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. 321 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 322
Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Maxi fuses Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Blue Blue - - Pink Pink Green Green Red Red Yellow Yellow - Brown Black Black 322 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 323
off. To reinstall the fuse box cover, place the top part of the cover on the fuse panel, then push the bottom part of the cover until you hear it click shut. Gently pull on the cover to make sure it is seated properly. 323 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 324
lamps, Glovebox, Visor Instrument panel cluster 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 324 20A 10A 10A 15A 15A 10A 7.5A 5A 10A 10A 15A 20A 20A 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 325
is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 325 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 326
Control Module power relay Starter relay Not used Trailer tow relay Fuel pump relay Trailer tow park lamp relay Heated backlite/Mirror relay Not used Run/Start (R/S) relay Rear air suspension (RAS) relay Power running board motors 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 327
used Not used Not used Not used Trailer brake Rear air suspension relay feed 4x4 module Trailer tow battery charge Passenger power seat A/C clutch relay tow left hand stop/turn relay Trailer tow right hand stop/turn relay Back up lamps relay Blower motor relay 327 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 328
power Not used Brake on/off switch Fuel pump relay Trailer tow stop turn relay feed Not used Not used Rear air suspension module Not used Front wiper motor Heated backlite/mirror relay Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) R/S feed Rear air suspension module R/S feed TCM R/S power Fuel pump relay R/S feed - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 329
soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. 329 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 330
wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance 330 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 331
be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 331 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 332
the bag, because it will have to be reinstalled after changing the tire. 3. Unsnap the wheel lug nut wrench, jack extension and handle from the plastic tray. Remove the jack and instruction sheet from the tray assembly. 332 Item Spare tire 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 333
changed. If on a grade, block both opposite wheels on the downward side of the hill. WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off the Air Suspension system prior to jacking, hoisting or towing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 334
air suspension, refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter for instructions on turning the air suspension system off. 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 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 335
rear) on the opposite end of the vehicle from the wheel being changed. If on a grade, block both opposite wheels on the downward side of the hill. If the vehicle slips off the jack, someone could be seriously injured. • Front • Rear 335 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 336
put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts with so it does not rattle when you drive. 336 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 337
the air suspension system on. Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem side facing up. 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. If equipped, you may have to remove the wheel center - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 338
grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a "dime" (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger. DO NOT apply grease to lugnut/stud holes or wheel-to-brake surfaces. Bolt size 338 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 339
the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. 339 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 340
all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 340 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 341
end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - - + + - + + 341 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 342
fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 342 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - + + - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 343
at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 344
to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 344 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 345
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. 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - - + + 345 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 346
off the ground. On 4x4 vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. 346 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 347
N (Neutral). Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 347 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 348
online at www.genuineservice.com. • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 348 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 349
authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle's current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 349 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 350
Code of service for Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 350 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 351
authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). 351 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 352
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty expires. You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating authorized dealer. There are several plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 353
control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S. If your vehicle must be serviced while - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 354
guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 355
a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes, then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag. • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 355 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 356
. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 356 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 357
your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23). 357 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 358
on the instrument panel and interior trim areas. • Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. 358 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 359
damage the finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens. WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system . 359 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 360
the clear, protective coating. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. 360 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 361
of the material. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes scrubbing pad. • Clean spills as quickly as possible. • Test any cleaner or stain remover on instructions as in the Conditioning section. 361 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 362
Clear Coat Polish (ZC-8-A) Motorcraft Custom Vinyl Protectant (ZC-40-A) Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (U.S. only) (ZC-11-A) Motorcraft Leather Care Kit (U.S. only) (ZC-11-D) 362 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 363
and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Wash and Wax (Canada only) (CXC-95) Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 363 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 364
cause injury. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 364 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 365
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. 365 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 366
V8 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 366 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 367
washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. and capacities system may harm engine and cooling system components. Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. 367 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 368
To remove, press the retaining clip (A) to disengage the wiper blade, then pull the blade down toward the windshield to remove many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. Changing the rear window wiper blade 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 369
heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 369 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 370
install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until the cap is fully seated. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 370 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 371
does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. 371 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 372
storage. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 372 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 373
the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. 373 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 374
center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RE LE AD TU RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked . • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 374 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 375
you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 375 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 376
other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. 376 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 377
and remove the engine coolant per month, have your authorized 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. 377 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 378
characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. 378 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 379
that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 379 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 380
the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 381
adverse reaction. • FFV fuel tanks may contain zero to 85 percent ethanol. Any fuel blends containing gasoline and ethanol should be treated the same as "Fuel Ethanol." Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. 381 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 382
certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 382 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 383
you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle-allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. 383 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 384
the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ "no cap" fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. 384 2009 Expedition - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 385
an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty. Many of the world's automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. 385 2009 Expedition (exd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 386
to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. FFV engine Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel around the fuel fill inlet. It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 387
your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel. Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy Fuel™ system and can damage it. The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle. 387 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 388
measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 389
. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. 389 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 390
give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. 390 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 391
that the emission control system is not working properly. An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately. 391 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 392
of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. indicator remains on, have your vehicle If the service engine soon serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions 392 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 393
driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. 393 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 394
normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. 394 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 395
not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element 1. Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connector on the air outlet tube. This connector will need to be unplugged. 395 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 396
to completely remove the clamp. 4. Pull the air tube off from the air cleaner housing. 5. Release the three clamps that secure the cover to the air filter housing. Push the air filter cover toward the center of the vehicle and up slightly to release it. 396 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 397
bolt snugly, but do not overtighten it. 10. Reconnect the mass air flow sensor electrical connector to the outlet tube. Make sure the locking tab on the connector is in the "locked" position (connector shown from below for clarity). 397 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 398
Fuel filter Oil filter Spark plugs 1 5.4L 3V V8 engine FA-1883 BXT-65-650 or BXT-65-750 (if equipped) FG-10362 FL-820-S 1 For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. 2 Long wheel - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 399
Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B XL-1 / None 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Hinges, latches, striker plates and rotors, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring - Lock cylinders - Motorcraft - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 400
coolant (Base radiator with aux rear heat) Engine coolant (Heavy-duty trailer tow radiator with aux rear heat) Cooling system stop leak pellets Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 401
Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) 4.5 pints (2.13L) Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lube6 XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A Rear axle fluid -Conventional differential (9.75 inch axle) Rear axle fluid-Limited - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 402
402 Item 33.5 gallons (126.8L) 33.5 gallons (126.8L) Fuel tank (Expedition EL - U.S. only) Fuel tank (Expedition Max - Canada only) 1 Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Add the - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 403
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio 5.4L V8 engine 330 87 octane or (E-85) 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Coil on plug 0.039-0.043 inch (1.05 +/- 0.05mm) 9.85:1 403 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ( - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 404
Maintenance and Specifications Engine drivebelt routing IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 404 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 405
: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 405 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 406
Specifications TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Six-speed automatic (6R80 ) Code 6 406 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 407
shields Chrome exhaust tips Deflectors Splash guards Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker's package Cargo organization and management Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories 407 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 408
Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 408 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 409
Index A ABS (see Brakes) ...289 Accessory delay ...114 AdvanceTrac ...291 Air cleaner filter ...395, 398 Air suspension ...297 description ...297 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...217, 221, 223 and child safety seats ...219 description ...217, 221, 223 disposal ...227 driver airbag ...219, 222 - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 410
...379 idle speed control ...372 lubrication specifications ...399 refill capacities ...399 service points ...366 starting after a collision ...321 Engine block heater ...286 Engine oil ...369 change oil soon warning, message center ...369 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 411
system ...51 Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...380 Floor mats ...154 Fluid capacities ...399 Fog lamps ...95 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...309 control trac ...309 description ...310 driving off road ...311 indicator light ...309 preparing to drive your vehicle ...297 Fuel ...380 calculating fuel economy - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 412
98, 101 replacing bulbs ...101, 104 LATCH anchors ...235 Liftgate ...154, 158, 170 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...289 Limited-slip axle ...297 Load limits ...267 Loading instructions ...273 Locks autolock ...164 childproof ...168 doors ...164 Lubricant specifications - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 413
maintenance ...245 warning light and chime ...212-213 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ...235 Safety seats for children ...231 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...404 Satellite Radio Information ...48 Seats ...183 child safety seats ...231 413 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 414
towing ...281 trailer towing ...273 wrecker ...346 Transmission ...298 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...298-299 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...395 fluid, refill capacities ...399 lubricant specifications ...399 Turn signal ...98 U USB port ...42 414 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide - 2009 Ford Expedition | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 415
fluid ...367 Water, Driving through ...318 Windows power ...112 rear wiper/washer ...107 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...106 checking and adding fluid ...367 liftgate reservoir ...367 replacing wiper blades ...368 Wrecker towing ...346 415 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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How to get going
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
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Table of Contents
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2009 Expedition
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