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Driver Controls CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM - Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage when the engine is running. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the manual park brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 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. CHECK FUEL FILL INLET - Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel™ "no cap" fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. LOW TIRE PRESSURE - Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT - Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT - Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS - Displayed on 4x4 vehicles only when 4x4 Low, 4x4 High or 4x4 Auto Range is selected. For further information, refer to Control Trac four-wheel drive (4x4) operation in the Driving chapter. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW - Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected 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 USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	6
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	6
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	7
Event Data Recording	7
Using your vehicle with a snowplow	8
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles	8
Cell phone use	8
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	9
Instrument Cluster	12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	12
GAUGES	17
Entertainment Systems	20
AUDIO SYSTEMS	20
Quick start — How to get going	20
Listening to the radio	20
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)	21
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)	21
AM/FM single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	24
Premium/Premium sound AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	32
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	40
USB port (if equipped)	42
Rear seat radio controls (if equipped)	42
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	45
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	48
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	51
Quick start	52
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	52
To play a CD in the DVD system:	53
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	53
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	54
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Navigation-based radio systems only):	55
To listen to audio over the headphones— Dual play mode (Non-navigation based radio systems):	55
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	56
Using wired headphones (not included):	56
To adjust display brightness:	57
DVD player controls	57
Remote control	60
Battery replacement	62
Headphones	63
Wireless headphones	63
Wired headphones	66
Operation	66
Single play/Dual play	66
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	69
Menu mode	70
Angle mode	70
Aspect ratio	70
Language	71
Subtitles	71
Audio CDs	72
Playing MP3 discs	72
MP3 disc quality factors	73
CD, MP3 and CD player care	74
Playing a DVD	74
Slow play	75
Frame by frame	75
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	76
Audio displays	77
Audio interaction	77
Parental control for the DVD system	77
General information	78
Safety information	79
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	80
Care and service of the DVD player	80
Environmental extremes	80
Temperature extremes	81
Humidity and moisture condensation	81
Foreign substances	81
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	81
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	81
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	82
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	82
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)	82
Climate Controls	83
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	83
Manual heating and air conditioning system with rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	84
Operating tips	85
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	86
Dual automatic temperature control with heated and cooled seats and rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	89
Operating tips	91
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	93
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	93
Lights	94
HEADLAMP CONTROL	94
Autolamp control	94
Fog lamp control (if equipped)	95
High beams	95
Flash to pass	95
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	95
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	96
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	96
Vertical aim adjustment	96
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	98
INTERIOR LAMPS	98
Front row map lamps (if equipped)	98
Front row map/dome lamp (if equipped)	98
Second row map lamps (if equipped)	99
Rear cargo lamp	99
BULB REPLACEMENT	99
Lamp assembly condensation	99
Using the right bulbs	100
Replacing interior bulbs	101
Replacing exterior bulbs	101
Replacing headlamp bulbs	101
Replacing front parking lamp/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs	102
Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs	103
Replacing the high-mount brakelamp	104
Replacing fog lamp bulbs	104
Replacing license plate lamp bulb	105
Replacing approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulbs (if equipped)	105
Driver Controls	106
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	106
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)	107
Rear window wiper/washer controls	107
TILT STEERING WHEEL	107
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	108
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	108
Forward storage bin (if equipped)	108
Conversation mirror (if equipped)	109
Power quarter rear windows	109
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	110
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	110
	112
Cupholder/Ashtray (if equipped)	112
POWER WINDOWS	112
One touch up or down (Driver’s window only)	113
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)	114
Security Override	114
Window lock	114
Accessory delay	114
INTERIOR MIRROR	114
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror	115
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	116
Power side view mirrors	116
Fold-away mirrors	116
Heated outside mirrors	117
Signal indicator mirrors (if equipped)	118
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	118
POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED)	118
SPEED CONTROL	120
Setting speed control	120
Resuming a set speed	121
Increasing speed while using speed control	122
Reducing speed while using speed control	122
Turning off speed control	122
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	123
Audio control features	123
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	125
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	126
Programming	127
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	128
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	129
Erasing HomeLink buttons	129
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	129
STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	130
Selectable features	130
Info menu	130
Odometer/Trip odometer	130
Distance to empty (DTE)	131
Average fuel economy (AFE)	131
Outside air temperature (OAT)	132
Compass display (if equipped)	132
Compass zone adjustment (if equipped)	132
Compass calibration adjustment	133
Blank display	133
Setup menu	134
System check	134
Oil life	135
Units (English/Metric)	135
Autolamp	136
Autolock	136
Autounlock	136
Language	137
System warnings	137
OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	140
Selectable features	140
Reset	140
Info menu	140
Odometer/Trip odometer	141
Outside air temperature (if equipped)	141
Distance to empty (DTE)	141
Average fuel economy (AFE)	142
Instantaneous fuel economy	142
Trip elapsed drive time	142
Blank screen	143
Setup menu	143
Reset For System check	143
Oil life	144
Units (English/Metric)	145
Autolamp delay	145
Park Aid (if equipped)	145
Air Suspension	145
Autolock	146
Autounlock	146
Power Deployable Running Boards (if equipped)	146
Power Liftgate (if equipped)	147
Easy entry/exit (if equipped)	147
Compass display (if equipped)	147
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	148
Language	149
Reset to English (if in another language)	149
System warnings	150
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)	154
POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)	154
MANUAL LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED)	158
CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	159
Cargo shelf/divider (if equipped)	160
LUGGAGE RACK	161
Locks and Security	162
KEYS	162
Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)	163
POWER DOOR LOCKS	164
Smart locks	164
Autolock	164
Deactivating/activating autolock	165
Power door unlock/lock procedure	165
Keyless entry keypad procedure	166
Message center procedure	166
Autounlock feature	166
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	166
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	167
Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure	167
Message center procedure	167
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	168
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	168
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock	169
Locking the doors	170
Opening the power liftgate or liftgate window (if equipped)	170
Car finder	171
Sounding a panic alarm	171
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals	171
Activating the memory feature	171
Deactivating the memory feature	172
Replacing the battery	172
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	173
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	173
Illuminated entry	173
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	173
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	174
Illuminated exit	174
Battery saver	175
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	175
Programming your own personal entry code	175
Erasing personal code	176
Anti-scan feature	176
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry	176
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	177
Anti-theft indicator	178
Automatic arming	178
Automatic disarming	178
Key information	178
Programming spare keys	179
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	181
Arming the system	181
Disarming the system	182
Triggering the anti-theft system	182
Seating and Safety Restraints	183
SEATING	183
Adjustable head restraints	183
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	185
Manual seat recliner (if equipped)	186
Using the armrest (if equipped)	187
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	187
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	188
Adjusting the front power seat	188
Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	190
Climate controlled seats (if equipped)	190
Cooled seats	191
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)	192
REAR SEATS	193
Folding down the 2nd row 40% seat system	193
Placing the 2nd row outboard 40% seats in cargo mode	195
Adjusting the 2nd row outboard 40% seat for E-Z Entry	196
Reclining the 2nd row outboard 40% seatback	198
Adjusting the 2nd row center 20% seat (if equipped)	200
Rear heated seats (if equipped)	200
Folding down the 3rd row seats to the load floor	202
Third row power folding seat (if equipped)	203
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	204
Personal Safety System	204
How does the Personal Safety System work?	204
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	205
Front crash severity sensor	205
Driver’s seat position sensor	205
Front safety belt usage sensors	205
Front safety belt pretensioners	205
Front safety belt energy management retractors	205
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	206
Safety restraints precautions	206
Combination lap and shoulder belts	207
Vehicle sensitive mode	208
Webbing extraction sensitive mode	208
Automatic locking mode	209
When to use the automatic locking mode	209
How to use the automatic locking mode	209
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	209
Safety belt pretensioner	210
Safety belt height adjustment	211
Second row comfort guide	211
Safety belt extension assembly	212
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	212
Conditions of operation	213
Belt-Minder	213
One-time disable	215
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (if equipped)	216
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	217
Important SRS precautions	217
Children and airbags	219
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	219
Determining if the system is operational	221
Seat-mounted side airbag system	221
How does the side airbag system work?	222
Safety Canopy system	223
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	224
Determining if the system is operational	226
S.O.S. Post Crash Alert	226
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	227
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	227
Important child restraint precautions	227
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	229
Transporting children	231
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	231
Infant and/or toddler seats	231
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	232
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	235
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats	237
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	237
Child booster seats	241
When children should use booster seats	242
Types of booster seats	243
The importance of shoulder belts	244
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	245
Tires, Wheels and Loading	246
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	246
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	246
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	247
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	248
Treadwear	249
Traction AA A B C	249
Temperature A B C	249
TIRES	249
Glossary of tire terminology	250
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	250
TIRE CARE	253
Inspecting your tires	253
Tire wear	253
Damage	253
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	254
Tire replacement requirements	254
Safety practices	256
Highway hazards	256
Tire and wheel alignment	257
Tire rotation	257
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	258
Information on “P” type tires	258
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	261
Information on “T” type tires	262
Location of the tire label	262
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	263
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	264
When your temporary spare tire is installed	265
When you believe your system is not operating properly	265
When inflating your tires	266
How temperature affects your tire pressure	266
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	267
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	267
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles	273
TRAILER TOWING	273
Integrated hitch rating	277
Preparing to tow	277
Hitches	277
Weight distributing hitch	278
Safety chains	278
Trailer brakes	278
Trailer lamps	279
Driving while you tow	279
Servicing after towing	279
Trailer towing tips	280
Launching or retrieving a boat	280
RECREATIONAL TOWING	281
Driving	282
STARTING	282
Positions of the ignition	282
Preparing to start your vehicle	282
Important safety precautions	283
Starting the engine	284
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)	285
If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only)	285
Guarding against exhaust fumes	286
Important ventilating information	286
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	286
BRAKES	288
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)	289
Using ABS	289
ABS warning lamp	289
Parking brake	290
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	291
STEERING	296
Variable assist steering	296
AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	297
LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)	297
PREPARING TO DRIVE	297
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	298
Brake-shift interlock – column-shift transmission	298
Brake-shift interlock – floor-shift transmission	299
Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission	300
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	304
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	304
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	307
CONTROL TRAC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	309
System indicator messages	309
Positions of the Control Trac system	310
Shifting between modes	311
Shifting from 2H to 4A or 4H	311
Shifting from 4A to 4H	311
Shifting to/from 4L	311
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	311
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	312
Basic operating principles	312
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	312
If your vehicle gets stuck	313
Emergency maneuvers	314
Control Trac four–wheel drive system (if equipped)	314
Normal characteristics	315
Sand	315
Mud and water	315
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	316
Driving on snow and ice	317
Maintenance and Modifications	318
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	318
Roadside Emergencies	319
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	319
Getting roadside assistance	319
Using roadside assistance	320
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	320
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	321
FUSES AND RELAYS	322
Fuses	322
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	322
Passenger compartment fuse panel	323
Power distribution box	325
CHANGING THE TIRES	329
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	330
Stopping and securing the vehicle	332
Location of the spare tire and tools	332
Removing the jack and tools	332
Removing the spare tire	333
Tire change procedure	333
Stowing the spare tire	337
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	338
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL	339
JUMP STARTING	339
Preparing your vehicle	340
Connecting the jumper cables	340
Jump starting	343
Removing the jumper cables	343
WRECKER TOWING	346
Emergency towing	347
Customer Assistance	348
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	348
Away from home	348
Additional assistance	349
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	350
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	350
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	351
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	352
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	352
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	353
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	354
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	354
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	354
Cleaning	355
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	355
WAXING	356
PAINT CHIPS	356
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	356
ENGINE	357
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	357
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	358
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	358
INTERIOR	359
CLEANING THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	360
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH EXPEDITION)	360
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH EXPEDITION ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)	361
UNDERBODY	362
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	362
Maintenance and Specifications	364
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	364
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	364
Working with the engine off	364

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CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM

— Displayed when the electrical system

is not maintaining proper voltage when the engine is running. If you are

operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed,

turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the

warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal

speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED

— Displayed when the manual park brake is

set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph

(5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the park brake is released,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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.

CHECK FUEL FILL INLET

— Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may

not be properly closed. Refer to

Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system

the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE

— Displayed when one or more tires on your

vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to

Inflating your tires

in the

Tires,

Wheels and Loading

chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT

— Displayed when the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT

— Displayed when a tire pressure

sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more

information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

in the

Tires, Wheels and Loading

chapter. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS

— Displayed on 4x4 vehicles only when

4x4 Low, 4x4 High or 4x4 Auto Range is selected. For further

information, refer to

Control Trac four-wheel drive (4x4) operation

the

Driving

chapter.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

— Indicates the brake fluid level is low

and the brake system should be inspected 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.

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(exd)

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