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128 Towing Consult an authorized dealer to determine the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle if you are not sure. Engine Maximum trailer weight E-350 Cutaway single rear wheel 5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5896 kg) 8000 lb (3629 kg) 6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) E-350 Cutaway dual rear wheel 5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 7700 lb (3493 kg) 6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) E-350 Stripped chassis 138-inch wheelbase 5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 8400 lb (3810 kg) 6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) E-350 Stripped chassis 158-inch and 176-inch wheelbase 5.4L 4.10 13000 lb (5897 kg) 8300 lb (3765 kg) 6.8L 4.10 18500 lb (8391 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) E-450 Cutaway 5.4L 4.56 14050 lb (6373 kg) 8500 lb (3856 kg) 6.8L 4.56 22000 lb (9979 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) E-450 Stripped chassis 5.4L 4.56 14050 lb (6373 kg) 9200 lb (4173 kg) 6.8L 4.56 22000 lb (9979 kg) 10000 lb (4536 kg) Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS Follow these guidelines for safe towing: • Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). • Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer. • See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your scheduled maintenance information. • If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency gives you. For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle's load, refer to Load limit in the Load Carrying chapter.

Section	Page
Table of Contents	2
Introduction	8
ABOUT THIS MANUAL	8
Protecting the Environment	9
SYMBOL GLOSSARY	9
DATA RECORDING	11
Service Data Recording	11
Event Data Recording	11
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65	13
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	13
FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY)	13
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION	13
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs	13
Collision Repairs	14
Warranty on Replacement Parts	14
SPECIAL NOTICES	14
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	14
Special Instructions	14
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles	15
Using your vehicle as an ambulance	15
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT	16
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION	16
Child Safety	17
GENERAL INFORMATION	17
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING	19
BOOSTER SEATS	21
Types of Booster Seats	22
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS	24
Child Seats	24
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts	24
Using Tether Straps	28
Safety Belts	30
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION	30
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS	32
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy	33
Safety Belt Locking Modes	33
Vehicle Sensitive Mode	34
Automatic Locking Mode	34
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode	34
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode	34
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode	35
Safety Belt Extension Assembly	35
SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT	35
SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME	36
Conditions of Operation	36
SAFETY BELT-MINDER™ (IF EQUIPPED)	36
Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature	37
CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE	38
Supplementary Restraints System	39
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION	39
SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™	40
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS	41
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment	41
Children and Airbags	42
Passenger Airbag ON and OFF Switch (If Equipped)	42
Turning the Passenger Airbag Off	43
Turning the Passenger Airbag Back On	43
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Deactivation Criteria (excluding Canada)	45
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)	46
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR	47
AIRBAG DISPOSAL	48
Keys and Remote Control	49
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES	49
REMOTE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	49
Replacing the Battery	50
Car Finder	51
Sounding a Panic Alarm	51
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL	51
Reprogramming Your Remote Controls	51
Locks	52
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING	52
Power Door Locks (If Equipped)	52
Remote Control (If Equipped)	52
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)	52
Locking the Doors	52
Memory Lock	52
Autolock and Unlock	53
Enabling or Disabling Autolock and Autounlock	53
Illuminated Entry	54
Rear Cargo Door Lock (If Equipped)	54
E-Guard Cargo Protection System™ (If Equipped)	54
System Features	54
System Procedure – Power Door Locks	55
System Procedure – Manual Door Locks	55
Security	56
SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	56
Anti-Theft Indicator	56
Automatic Arming	57
Automatic Disarming	57
Replacement Keys	57
Programming a Spare Key	57
Steering Wheel	59
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL	59
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	59
CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	59
Wipers and Washers	60
WINDSHIELD WIPERS	60
WINDSHIELD WASHERS	60
Lighting	61
LIGHTING CONTROL	61
High Beams	61
Headlamp Flasher	61
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER	62
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) (IF EQUIPPED)	62
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	63
INTERIOR LAMPS	63
Front and Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps (If Equipped)	63
Cargo Lamps	63
Windows and Mirrors	64
POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)	64
One-Touch Down	64
Accessory Delay	64
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	65
Power Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)	65
Foldaway Exterior Mirrors	65
Telescoping Mirror (If Equipped)	65
Spotter Mirror (If Equipped)	66
On Standard Mirror	66
On Telescoping Mirror	66
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)	67
INTERIOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	68
Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)	68
SUN VISORS	68
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)	68
Instrument Cluster	69
GAUGES	69
Fuel Gauge	69
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	70
Battery Voltage Gauge:	70
Information Display	70
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge	70
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS	71
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS	74
Key In Ignition Warning Chime	74
Headlamps On Warning Chime	74
Parking Brake On Warning Chime	74
Information Displays	75
GENERAL INFORMATION	75
Base Information Display Controls	75
Optional Information Display Controls	75
System Check and Vehicle Feature Customization	76
INFORMATION MESSAGES	80
Climate Control	83
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM	83
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL	84
REAR FAN SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	85
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE INTERIOR CLIMATE	85
General Hints	85
Heating the Interior Quickly	85
Recommended Settings for Heating	86
Cooling the Interior Quickly	86
Recommended Settings for Cooling	86
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods during Extreme High Ambient Temperatures	86
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather	86
Seats	87
SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION	87
HEAD RESTRAINTS	88
MANUAL SEATS	88
POWER SEATS	90
Auxiliary Power Points	91
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS	91
Locations	91
	110
Brake-Shift Interlock	111
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow	112
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning	113
AXLE INFORMATION	113
Traction-Lok axle (if equipped)	113
Brakes	114
GENERAL INFORMATION	114
Brake Over Accelerator	114
Anti-Lock Brake System	114
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES	115
PARKING BRAKE	115
Traction Control	116
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION	116
USING TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	116
System indicator lights and messages	116
Cruise Control	117
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION	117
USING CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	117
Switching Cruise Control On	117
Setting a Speed	117
Changing the Set Speed	118
Canceling the Set Speed	118
Resuming the Set Speed	118
Switching Cruise Control Off	118
Driving Aids	119
STEERING	119
Load Carrying	120
LOAD LIMIT	120
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer	120
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type Vehicles	126
Towing	127
TOWING A TRAILER	127
Load Placement	127
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS	128
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS	129
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7–Pin Connector)	130
Hitches	130
Weight-Distributing Hitches	130
Safety Chains	131
Trailer Brakes	131
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped)	132
Procedure for Adjusting Gain	134
Explanation of Information Display Warning Messages	134
Points to Remember	135
Trailer Lamps	136
Before Towing a Trailer	136
When Towing a Trailer	136
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)	137
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE	138
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS	139
Emergency Towing	139
Recreational Towing	139
Driving Hints	140
PREPARING TO DRIVE	140
Vehicle stability and handling	140
Emergency Maneuvers	141
BREAKING-IN	142
ECONOMICAL DRIVING	142
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	143
FLOOR MATS	144
Roadside Emergencies	146
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	146
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance	146
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance	147
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside Assistance	147
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance	147
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	148
Fuel Shutoff	148
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE	149
Preparing Your Vehicle	149
Connecting the Jumper Cables	150
Jump Starting	150
Removing the Jumper Cables	151
Customer Assistance	152
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	152
Away from Home	152
Additional Assistance	153
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	154
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	155
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION or ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	156
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	156
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	158
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual	159
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	159
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	159
Fuses	160
CHANGING A FUSE	160
Fuses	160
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color	160
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART	161
Power Distribution Box	161
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel	165
Maintenance	169
GENERAL INFORMATION	169
Precautions	169
Working with the Engine Off	169
Working with the Engine On	169
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD	170
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW	171
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK	172
ENGINE OIL CHECK	172
Adding Engine Oil	173
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK	173
Checking the Engine Coolant	173
Adding Engine Coolant	174
Recycled Engine Coolant	175
Severe Climates	175
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling	176
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works	176
When Fail-Safe Mode is Activated	177
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK	178
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (If Equipped)	178
Low Fluid Level	179
Correct Fluid Level	180
High Fluid Level	182
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels	183
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter	185
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE	185
BRAKE FLUID CHECK	185
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK	186
FUEL FILTER	186
WASHER FLUID CHECK	187
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY	187
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES	190
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	191
AIR FILTER CHECK	191
Changing the Air Filter Element	192
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS	192
Vertical and Horizontal Aim Adjustment (Sealed Beam Headlamps)	193
Vertical Aim Adjustment (Aerodynamic Headlamps)	194
CHANGING A BULB	196
Lamp Assembly Condensation	196
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)	196
Replacing Headlamps (Sealed Beam)	197
Replacing Front Parking Lamp and Turn Signal Bulbs	198
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs	198
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs	199
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs	200
Replacing Stop, Turn, Tail, Side Marker, and Backup Lamp Bulbs	200
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART	201
Vehicle Care	202
GENERAL INFORMATION	202
CLEANING PRODUCTS	202
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR	202
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)	203
Exterior Chrome	203
Underbody	203
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts	204
WAXING	204
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE	204
CLEANING THE ENGINE	205
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	205
CLEANING THE INTERIOR	206
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS	207
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	208
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS	209
VEHICLE STORAGE	209
Removing Vehicle from Storage	211
Wheels and Tires	212
GENERAL INFORMATION	212
Notice to Utility Vehicle, Van and Truck Owners	212
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles	213
TIRE CARE	214
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading	214
Treadwear	214
Traction AA A B C	215
Temperature A B C	215
Glossary of Tire Terminology	215
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	216
Information on P Type Tires	217
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires	220
Information on T Type Tires	221
Location of the Tire Label	222
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	222
Tire Inflation Information	224
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems	226
Tire Wear	227
Damage	227
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number	228
Tire Replacement Requirements	228
Replacing a Tire That is Greenhouse Gas Certified	230
Safety Practices	230
Highway Hazards	230
Tire and Wheel Alignment	231
Tire Rotation	231
USING SNOW CHAINS	233
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM	233
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System	235
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System	235
When your temporary spare tire is installed	235
When you believe your system is not operating properly	236
When inflating your tires	237
How temperature affects your tire pressure	237
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset Procedure	238
Overview	238
Performing the System Reset Procedure	238
Full-size matching spare tire and wheel information	240
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL	240
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information	241
Tire Change Procedure	243
Replacing the Tire	245
Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire	246
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS	247
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications	247
Capacities and Specifications	249
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS	249
Engine Drivebelt Routing	250
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS	251
MOTORCRAFT® PART NUMBERS	256
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER	257
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL	258
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL	258
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION	258
Accessories	259
ACCESSORIES	259
Interior style	259
Lifestyle	259
Peace of mind	259
AUXILIARY SWITCHES (IF EQUIPPED)	260
Extended Service Plan	262
Extended Service Plan	262
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)	262
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)	264
Audio System	265
GENERAL INFORMATION	265
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors	265
CD and CD Player Information	265
MP3 Track and Folder Structure	266
AM/FM	267
AM/FM/CD WITH SYNC®	268
SATELLITE RADIO INFORMATION (IF EQUIPPED)	270
Satellite Radio Channels	270
Satellite Radio Reception Factors	271
Sirius Satellite Radio Service	271
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)	272
Troubleshooting	272
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK	273
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)	274
SYNC®	276
GENERAL INFORMATION	277
Support	277
SYNC Owner Account	277
Driving Restrictions	277
Safety Information	277
Privacy Information	278
USING VOICE RECOGNITION	279
Initiating a Voice Session	279
System Interaction and Feedback	280
Adjusting the Interaction Level	280
Helpful Hints	281
USING SYNC WITH YOUR PHONE	281
Pairing a Phone for the First Time	281
Pairing Subsequent Phones	282
Phone Voice Commands	283
Making Calls	285
Receiving Calls	285
Phone Options during an Active Call	285
Accessing Features through the Phone Menu	287
Text Messaging	288
Receiving a Text Message	289
Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages	289
Accessing Your Phone Settings	291
System Settings	293
Bluetooth Devices Menu Options	293
Advanced Menu Options	295
SYNC APPLICATIONS AND SERVICES (IF EQUIPPED)	296
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Match case Limit results 1 per page

Consult an authorized dealer to determine the maximum trailer weight

allowed for your vehicle if you are not sure.

Engine

Rear axle ratio

Maximum GCWR

Maximum trailer

weight

E-350 Cutaway single rear wheel

5.4L

4.10

13000 lb (5896 kg)

8000 lb (3629 kg)

6.8L

4.10

18500 lb (8391 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

E-350 Cutaway dual rear wheel

5.4L

4.10

13000 lb (5897 kg)

7700 lb (3493 kg)

6.8L

4.10

18500 lb (8391 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

E-350 Stripped chassis 138–inch wheelbase

5.4L

4.10

13000 lb (5897 kg)

8400 lb (3810 kg)

6.8L

4.10

18500 lb (8391 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

E-350 Stripped chassis 158–inch and 176–inch wheelbase

5.4L

4.10

13000 lb (5897 kg)

8300 lb (3765 kg)

6.8L

4.10

18500 lb (8391 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

E-450 Cutaway

5.4L

4.56

14050 lb (6373 kg)

8500 lb (3856 kg)

6.8L

4.56

22000 lb (9979 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

E-450 Stripped chassis

5.4L

4.56

14050 lb (6373 kg)

9200 lb (4173 kg)

6.8L

4.56

22000 lb (9979 kg)

10000 lb (4536 kg)

ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS

Follow these guidelines for safe towing:

•

Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles

(1600 kilometers).

•

Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.

•

See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper

installation and adjustment specifications.

•

Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your

scheduled maintenance information.

•

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency

gives you.

For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety

Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle’s load,

refer to

Load limit

in the

Load Carrying

chapter.

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Towing