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... and Ignition Wires • Evaporative Emission Control • Synchronizer Assembly System • Thermostat • Exhaust Gas Recirculation • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) (EGR) System • Transmission Control Module • Exhaust Manifold (TCM) and Solenoids • Exhaust Pipe (Manifold to • Turbocharger Assembly Catalyst) • Fuel Filler Cap and Neck Restrictor (non...
... and Ignition Wires • Evaporative Emission Control • Synchronizer Assembly System • Thermostat • Exhaust Gas Recirculation • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) (EGR) System • Transmission Control Module • Exhaust Manifold (TCM) and Solenoids • Exhaust Pipe (Manifold to • Turbocharger Assembly Catalyst) • Fuel Filler Cap and Neck Restrictor (non...
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...; PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires Thermostat • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Solenoids • Turbocharger Assembly • Vacuum Distribution System * Includes hardware and emissions related software...
...; PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control Components Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires Thermostat • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Transmission Control Module (TCM) and Solenoids • Turbocharger Assembly • Vacuum Distribution System * Includes hardware and emissions related software...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...(TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 201 204 206 219 224 231 237 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Forward and reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 238 238 245 248 254 258 262 265 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 2 280 280 281 282 283 291 300 301 305 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
...(TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 201 204 206 219 224 231 237 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Air suspension Transmission operation Forward and reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 238 238 245 248 254 258 262 265 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 2 280 280 281 282 283 291 300 301 305 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Check the washer fluid level. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is in R (Reverse). Displayed when the transmission is 10% or less. Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is less than 3 mph (5 ...- Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is driven more information, refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Driving chapter. 36 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON - OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - CHECK AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped) - For more than one quarter full. Displayed when the braking system is...
Check the washer fluid level. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is in R (Reverse). Displayed when the transmission is 10% or less. Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is less than 3 mph (5 ...- Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is driven more information, refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Driving chapter. 36 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON - OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - CHECK AIR SUSPENSION (if equipped) - For more than one quarter full. Displayed when the braking system is...
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...flat-tow a vehicle equipped with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may allow water to prevent exhaust fumes from the water. These guidelines are designed to...authorized dealer if you have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or other axle repair is not damaged. Otherwise, no recreational ... the rear axle has been submerged in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 237 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Causing internal damage to the trailer before backing...
...flat-tow a vehicle equipped with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may allow water to prevent exhaust fumes from the water. These guidelines are designed to...authorized dealer if you have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or other axle repair is not damaged. Otherwise, no recreational ... the rear axle has been submerged in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 237 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Causing internal damage to the trailer before backing...
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... vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than... are designed to perform satisfactorily under off position, it is pressed. COLUMN-SHIFT TRANSMISSION This vehicle is equipped with ignition in the on position unless brake pedal is possible... the brake pedal pressed, or when the ignition is in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 255 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to die than vehicles with a...
... vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for cornering at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than... are designed to perform satisfactorily under off position, it is pressed. COLUMN-SHIFT TRANSMISSION This vehicle is equipped with ignition in the on position unless brake pedal is possible... the brake pedal pressed, or when the ignition is in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 255 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to die than vehicles with a...
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...or spinning. 272 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can differ from some other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can result in a forward gear, move the vehicle forward approximately 5 feet (2 meters), and shift the transmission back to neutral ... components. The AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC) Stability Enhancement System in this condition, place the transmission in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you must be higher to allow the transfer case to maintain full power and enhanced...
...or spinning. 272 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since sudden changes in terrain can differ from some other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can result in a forward gear, move the vehicle forward approximately 5 feet (2 meters), and shift the transmission back to neutral ... components. The AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC) Stability Enhancement System in this condition, place the transmission in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you must be higher to allow the transfer case to maintain full power and enhanced...
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...whenever you leave your authorized dealer. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in these... speed and abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 274 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may occur.
...whenever you leave your authorized dealer. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in these... speed and abrupt maneuvers in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 274 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may occur.
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...direction of the slide until you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Excess mud stuck on steep 276 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could... in water, their fluids should be replaced. If the transmission, transfer case, front axle or rear axle are submerged in encouraging you should be checked and changed, if necessary. Forest Service and the Bureau of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in...
...direction of the slide until you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Excess mud stuck on steep 276 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could... in water, their fluids should be replaced. If the transmission, transfer case, front axle or rear axle are submerged in encouraging you should be checked and changed, if necessary. Forest Service and the Bureau of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in...
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Never place your hand between the extended running board may cause injury. 297 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) A moving when you change the tire, be seriously injured. • Front • Rear WARNING: Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before jacking or placing any ...on a grade, block both rear) on the downward side of the vehicle from the wheel being changed. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, someone could be sure ...
Never place your hand between the extended running board may cause injury. 297 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) A moving when you change the tire, be seriously injured. • Front • Rear WARNING: Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before jacking or placing any ...on a grade, block both rear) on the downward side of the vehicle from the wheel being changed. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, someone could be sure ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... emission control system. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 350 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The vehicle has run out of a cold engine startup followed by ensuring that...engine. When the service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. After three driving cycles without these or any unauthorized changes to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
... emission control system. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 350 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The vehicle has run out of a cold engine startup followed by ensuring that...engine. When the service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. After three driving cycles without these or any unauthorized changes to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...authorized dealer. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fluid leakage. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Changing the air filter element 1. Transmission fluid should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of ... damage and/or personal burn injuries do not remove it while the engine is running. Refer to internal transmission components. If required, fluid should be unplugged. 353 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not use only the air filter element listed....
...authorized dealer. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fluid leakage. Your transmission does not consume fluid. Changing the air filter element 1. Transmission fluid should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of ... damage and/or personal burn injuries do not remove it while the engine is running. Refer to internal transmission components. If required, fluid should be unplugged. 353 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not use only the air filter element listed....
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376 NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the "Normal Schedule". This schedule is noted 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Miles (x 1,000)* 7.5 15 22.5 30...24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 Months* 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires**, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels and related components for requirements..., wear looseness or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with exceptions noted.
376 NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the "Normal Schedule". This schedule is noted 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Miles (x 1,000)* 7.5 15 22.5 30...24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 Months* 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires**, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels and related components for requirements..., wear looseness or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with exceptions noted.
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2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Miles (x 1,000)* 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150 Kilometers (x 1,000)* 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240 Months* 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Change engine oil and ... unusual wear is noted Scheduled Maintenance 377 consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with grease fittings (4WD vehicles) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, ...
2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Miles (x 1,000)* 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150 Kilometers (x 1,000)* 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240 Months* 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Change engine oil and ... unusual wear is noted Scheduled Maintenance 377 consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Perform multi-point inspection (recommended Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with grease fittings (4WD vehicles) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, ...
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... (2WD vehicles) 1 Initial replacement at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 378 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) adjust as necessary (Transit Connect CNG vehicles) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21 transmissions); Scheduled Maintenance Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Every 30,000 miles...
... (2WD vehicles) 1 Initial replacement at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 378 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) adjust as necessary (Transit Connect CNG vehicles) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21 transmissions); Scheduled Maintenance Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Every 30,000 miles...
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... wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change manual transmission fluid (96,000 km) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified,... rear wheels only if unusual wear is not necessary to have some items maintained more demanding conditions listed below, you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is noted 382 2012 Expedition...
... wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change manual transmission fluid (96,000 km) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified,... rear wheels only if unusual wear is not necessary to have some items maintained more demanding conditions listed below, you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is noted 382 2012 Expedition...
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... or 6 months Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter (8,000 km), 6 months or 200 engine hours Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease ...seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Replace spark plugs *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted 383 2012 Expedition...
... or 6 months Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter (8,000 km), 6 months or 200 engine hours Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease ...seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Replace spark plugs *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted 383 2012 Expedition...
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... and lubricate U-joints 6 months Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter (8,000 km), 6 months or 200 engine hours Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non...Change manual transmission fluid (80,000 km) Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted 384 2012 Expedition...
... and lubricate U-joints 6 months Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter (8,000 km), 6 months or 200 engine hours Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non...Change manual transmission fluid (80,000 km) Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted 384 2012 Expedition...
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...tire wear and measure tread depth Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) ...rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full interval with regular unleaded fuel 385 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
...tire wear and measure tread depth Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) ...rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full interval with regular unleaded fuel 385 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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...Brakes) ...245-246 Anti-theft system ...132, 136 arming the system ...136 disarming a triggered system ...137 Armrests ...142 Audio system (see Radio) ...39 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...258 fluid, adding ...353 fluid, checking ...353 fluid, refill capacities ...359 fluid, specification ...359 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...46...255, 257 Bulbs ...76 C Capacities for refilling fluids ...359 Cargo cover ...112 Cargo management system ...112 Cassette tape player ...39 Cell phone use ...9 Changing a tire ...291 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
...Brakes) ...245-246 Anti-theft system ...132, 136 arming the system ...136 disarming a triggered system ...137 Armrests ...142 Audio system (see Radio) ...39 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...258 fluid, adding ...353 fluid, checking ...353 fluid, refill capacities ...359 fluid, specification ...359 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...46...255, 257 Bulbs ...76 C Capacities for refilling fluids ...359 Cargo cover ...112 Cargo management system ...112 Cassette tape player ...39 Cell phone use ...9 Changing a tire ...291 2012 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)