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1. eee eeeeeeeeeeees 54 replacing bulbs 58 59 turning on and off 0 54 Heating heater only system 51 53 heating and air conditioning SYSUGIML cssisaiossviivesciscssssesdentcaceaides 52 HOO sssidcsesiudeeveiveatetasdeesivnisvsastice 174 I TSMIGION A E 118 218 Infant seats see Safety seats oo 101 Inspection maintenance I M TESTINE s ccdevcsesssarssercconchantncevsstonnes 199 Instrument panel CLEANING sacsvssicececesecsaese chsctancecsece 170 CIUSTEY Kenen 10 lighting up panel and INTETIOT giosa i i 55 227 Index J Jump starting your vehicle 152 K Keys positions of the ignition 113 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 57 CAYO LAMPS os vesessesecieieesseieetornees 55 daytime running light 54 headlamps sicocss ccavsenecxieyscoveasencst 54 headlamps flash to pass 55 instrument panel dimming 55 interior lamps cccceeeeeeeees 56 replacing bulbs 0 57 61 Lane change indicator see Turn signal c eee 55 Lights warning and indicator 10 anti lock brakes ABS 117 Load mits sis03s ee tisicaseenss 124 GAWR ou ceccceccsccesseceeseceesseeeseeees 124 GV WR anor a En 124 trailer towing secsec 124 Loading instructions 126 Lubricant specifications 215 218 Lumbar support seats 78 M Mirrors fold AWAY e sessccQesvvsse tere iiaa 69 side view mirrors
2. 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to disable the adjust function Spotter mirror if equipped Move the mirror manually to increase side and rear visibility 68 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls Fold away mirrors The mirrors can be manually folded forward or backwards for narrow spaces like driving through an automatic car wash or backing out of a garage with the trailer tow mirror AN gt Naa Ns NX The telescoping feature if equipped allows the mirror to extend approximately 76 mm 3 inches This feature is especially useful to the driver when towing a trailer SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 48 km h 80 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 69 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls 3 Press the SET ACCEL control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator ped
3. 254 Natural Natural aoa Orange Green Green sa Red ra Red oa Blue S Yellow roa Tan Brown Peon Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses 138 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover isl o A0 C70 CeO Ce Oe Oe Oe Cs Ce Cs Che Ce Cis Che Cee Ce Cet Cet Cel Ces Cee Ce Cet Ce Ce CeO Ce Ces Ce Ces 0 The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description 4WABS module 2 15A Brake warning lamp Instrument cluster Warning chime 4WABS relay Warning indicators Low vacuum warning switch Diesel only Main light switch RKE module Radio Instrument illumination VCP and video screens Overhead console 4 15A Power locks w RKE Illuminated entry Warning chime Modified vehicle Main light switch Courtesy lamps 5 20A RKE module Power lock switches Memory lock Power locks with RKE 139 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies aa Location Rating Panel Description 10A Brake shift interlock Speed control DRL module
4. 2 Place Velcro hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control 3 Place the transmitter into storage compartment control down 4 Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of the GARAGE control as needed 5 Press the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter Electronic compass temperature display if equipped Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the SELECT control on the overhead console The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the SELECT control If the outside temperature falls below 3 C 88 F the display will alternate from ICE to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute 65 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in by refe
5. Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 101 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle e For the front passenger seat keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling e For the front passenger seat place seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seatin
6. BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster The driver s safety belt is not The BeltMinder feature is activated buckled approximately 5 the safety belt warning light seconds after the safety belt illuminates and the warning chime warning light has turned off sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled The driver s safety belt is The BeltMinder feature will not buckled while the safety belt activate indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The BeltMinder feature will not buckled before the ignition activate switch is turned to the ON position The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36700 c rashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home 89 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide
7. E8AZ 19523 AA Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A 171 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Car Care Kit ZC 26 Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate F2SZ 19523 WC Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Tire Detailer ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 23 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 May be sold with the Motorcraft name 172 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle e We highlight do it yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location e We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Guide Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICI
8. Multi function switch Turn signals Radio capacitor s Ignition coil PCM diode PCM power relay Fuel heater Diesel only Glow plug relay Diesel only I e a wiper motor 10 20A Main light switch Park lamps License lamp external lamps Multi function switch flash to pass 11 15A Brake pressure switch Multi function switch hazards Brake lamp switch Brake lamps 12 15A Transmission Range TR sensor Backup lamps Auxiliary battery relay Function selector switch 14 5A Instrument cluster air bag and charge indicator Po Notused Pots Noted S O 22 15A Memory power radio Rear seat control unit Video screen 23 20A Cigar lighter Data Link Connector DLC pT Noted S E 140 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Location Rating Panel Description PGT CC Noted o 20A oo o g CC Noted Cd 15A Headlamps high beam indicator DRLI10A 10A 20A 34 I0A Transmission Range TR sensor __ E a 0 OE ee a Steering column assembly PTC Noted Cs Csidz Pa Noted S Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling f
9. s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle When the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light illuminates the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light is on refer t
10. 5 Adjust the front right hand passenger seat to the full rearward position t gt gt 6 Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 7 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 107 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Second row bucket seats Chateau Quads The tether strap can be attached directly to the tether bracket under the back edge of the seat cushion 1 Position the child safety seat on the second row left hand or right hand bucket seat 2 Route the child safety tether strap over the back of the left hand or right hand second row bucket seat 3 Clip the tether strap hook to the seat pedestal at the location shown 4 Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 108 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Second Third and Fourth row three passenger bench seats The tether strap can be attached directly to the tether bracket b b provided under the back edge of the K
11. Do not use waxes that contain abrasives Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non body ow gloss black colored trim such as grained door handles roof racks bumpers side moldings mirror housings or the windshield cowl area The paint sealant will gray or stain the parts over time 167 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch up paint and sprays to match your vehicle s color Take your color code printed on a sticker in the driver s door jam to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color e Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips e Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine e Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers e Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and
12. momentarily press the FF REW key The VCP will search the playback direction five times faster than normal playback mode 2 Press the PLAY key to resume normal playback Special effects playback Still playback Frame to frame playback on remote control 1 Press the STILL FADV key while in playback mode The playback picture becomes still 2 Press the STILL F ADV key again Each time the control is pressed the pictures are played back one frame at a time The still playback feature can also be used in REW reverse mode If still playback or frame to frame playback is engaged for five minutes or longer the VCP will automatically begin playback to protect the tape Automatic tracking is automatically activated the moment the VCP is turned ON or a cassette is inserted If a videocassette is in poor shape i e badly recorded any tracking adjustment may result in failure The VCP will eject the videocassette Encore on remote control e Press the ENCORE control while in playback mode The VCP will reverse to the previous five seconds of the selection and then operate at normal playback mode 43 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Auxiliary input jacks The auxiliary input jacks on the AutoVision control panel accepts video and audio connectors for all VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt 4 SEEK gt standard video games Nintendo PlayStation etc Other compati
13. on your vehicle ownership license e The date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s e The current mileage e The name of the dealer s who sold or serviced the vehicle e A brief description of your unresolved concern e A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer s and Ford Motor Company e The names if known of all the people you contacted at the dealership s e A description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review 162 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question 6 on the application While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made An oral presentation may be requested by the Board as well Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision Board review may be terminated at any time by either party Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some
14. post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Belts are uncomfortable We design our safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort T was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Seat belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t Set the example teen deaths occur 4 wear belts times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see T have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be thrown clear People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime Sitting on th
15. 052 0 056 0 052 0 056 gap inch inch inch inch Ignition EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug system Compression 9 3 1 9 4 1 9 0 1 9 0 1 ratio Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine information VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Van wagon models E150 E250 E 350 1 Overall height 2050 mm 80 7 2118 mm 83 4 2136 mm in in 84 1 in 2 Track front rear 1763 mm 69 4 in 1 702 mm 67 0 in 3 Overall width 2014 mm 79 3 in excluding mirrors 4 Wheelbase 3505 mm 138 in 5 Overall length Regular van 5382 mm 211 9 in Extended 5890 mm 231 9 in 218 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 219 Maintenance and Specifications Cutaway commercial stripped chassis models poe aa eso Ea E 450 E 550 pel Beeman height 2 Track 1 763 mm 1 999 mm Front 69 4 in 78 7 in Rear SRW 1689 1 970 mm mm 66 5 77 5 in in DRW 1 859 mm 73 2 in 3 Overall Refer to Body Builder for specifications width 4 3 149 6 mm 3 505 mm 4 051 mm Wheelbase 138 in 159 5 in 4 013 mm 4 508 mm 158 in 177 5 in 4 470 mm 4 864 mm 176 in 191 5 in 5 321 mm 209 5 in 5 930 mm 233 5 in 5 Overall Refer to Body Builder for specifications length VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Complete Fo
16. 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 158 wheelbase 9600 GVWR 5 52 60 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 138 wheelbase 10000 GVWR 3856 8500 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 158 wheelbase 10000 GVWR 3856 8500 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Chassis Cab 158 wheelbase 11000 GVWR 8391 18500 130 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Rear WAH Maximum Loaded Trailer axle frontal area of Weight kg i 2 42 ratio ibs trailer m ft E 350 Stripped Chassis 176 wheelbase 10000 GVWR 5897 13000 3810 8400 5 52 60 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 450 Cutaway and Chassis Cab all wheelbases all GVWRs 4 10 4 56 9072 20000 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 450 Stripped Chassis all wheelbases all GVWRs 5897 13000 3719 8200 5 52 60 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 550 all wheelbases all GVWRs 9072 20000 4536 10000 5 52 60 Maximum trailer weight for all cutaway E 350 and E 450 vehicles must be calculated by subtracting the weight of the vehicle including incomplete vehicle weight and payload which includes second unit body weight cargo and passengers from the GCW Otherwise maximum trailer weight is 4536 kg 10000 lbs For high altitude operation reduce GCWR by 2 per 300 meters 1000 ft elevation
17. 2132 4700 5 52 60 5216 11500 2767 6100 5 52 60 5443 12000 2948 6500 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van 7200 GVWR 4763 10500 2313 5100 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van Conversion 7900 GVWR 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van 8600 GVWR 5 52 60 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van Crew 8600 GVWR 5 52 60 5 52 60 E 250 Extended Van 7300 GVWR 4763 10500 2268 5000 5 52 60 E 250 Extended Van Conversion 7500 GVWR 5897 13000 3266 7200 5 52 60 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus 127 Driving GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Rear WAT Maximum Loaded Trailer axle frontal area of o Weight kg 2 42 ratio Ibs trailer m ft E 250 Extended Van 8600 GVWR E 250 Extended Van Crew 8600 GVWR E 350 Regular Van 9500 GVWR E 350 Regular Van Crew 9500 GVWR 5 52 60 5 52 60 5 52 60 5 52 60 E 350 Extended Van 9400 GVWR E 350 Extended Van Crew 9250 GVWR 2676 5900 5 52 60 3130 6900 5 52 60 3992 8800 5 52 60 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Regular Wagon 8 passenger 8600 GVWR 3 73 4 10 6804 15000 128 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Rear WAI Maximum Loaded Trailer axle frontal area of o Weight kg 2 42 ratio iba trailer m ft 8391 18500 453
18. 8 Unblock the wheels On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 800 km 500 miles of operation after any wheel change or any time the lug nuts are loosened On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 160 km 100 miles and again at 800 km 500 miles of new vehicle operation Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque Lb ft E 150 1 2 20 E 250 E 350 9 16 18 190 140 and E 450 E 550 M14x1 5 200 225 150 165 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Do not use oil or grease on threads E 550 vehicles refer to following Note Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners 150 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Note For E 550 vehicles on all two piece flat wheel nuts apply motor oil between the flat washer and the nut Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads Stowing the flat spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing in the direction specified on the Tire Changing Instructions located with the jack hardware 2 Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable 3 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underne
19. Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle Gncluding occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer e GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum allowable combined weight of towing vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer e Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission combination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle Gncluding occupants and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Trailer Weight Range Specified range of trailer weight from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight The Safety Certification Label located on the driver s door pillar lists vehicle weight rating limitations Before adding any additional equipment refer to these limitations Always ensure that the weight of occupants cargo and equipment is w
20. Changing the air filter element 1 Disconnect the fresh air inlet tube from the radiator support 2 Loosen the clamp that secures the two halves of the air filter housing together 3 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 4 Remove the air filter element from the housing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the two halves of the air filter housing and secure the clamp 7 Connect the fresh air inlet tube to the radiator support INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A 204 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters
21. Preparation Package is only available on certain 7 3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle be sure to read the Dedicated Natural Gas Vehicle supplement This book contains important operation and maintenance information Middle East North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide therefore a supplement has been supplied that complements this book By referring to the pages in the provided supplement you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle Refer to this Owner Guide for all other required information and warnings 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost Demist 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus See Owner s Guide Air Bag Front Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based
22. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters Gf equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted 92 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints i Failure to inspect and if necessary
23. a qualified service technician e Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation e Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment 224 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus A Air bag supplemental restraint SVSUCM enea krata rainn Enr arns 93 and child safety seats 95 CeESCLIPtION woe cece sansi 93 disposal mrasani asias 97 driver air Dag xiccwicsssesncestusressess 95 indicator light 2 0 eee 97 OPCKAUOM geschscersencesend aenn 95 passenger air bag uu 95 Air cleaner filter 203 204 210 Ambulance packages c08 6 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 184 Anti lock brake system see Brakes ensirecerercuss 116 117 Audio system see Radio 0 16 18 21 25 Automatic transmission driving an automatic OVELOTIVE sasesana 120 fluid adding 0 00 2
24. accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated 136 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Except for commmercial stripped chassis vehicles this switch is located in the passenger s footwell by the kick panel On commmercial stripped chassis vehicles this switch is located on a bracket above the brake pedal To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition OFF 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check of leaks 137 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate 15 fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse link cartridge a ia Blue Blue _
25. any open flames before fueling your vehicle e Always turn off the vehicle before fueling e Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin tho
26. cases After a case is reviewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure application speak to your dealer or write call to the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 163 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the 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 The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement whe
27. chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations 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 The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps 132 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving Using a step bumper if equipped The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a ball with a 25 4 mm one inch shank diameter The bumper has a 2 270 kg 5 000 Ib trailer weight and 227 kg 500 lb tongue weight capacity If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitc
28. cold place for a long period of time wait until the cabin temperature of the vehicle is at normal temperature before operating the system High low temperature sensor circuit e Excessively high or low temperatures may cause damage to the VCP e When the temperature of the VCP becomes too high or low the temperature sensor circuit stops machine operation ejects the cassette and the WAIT indicator illuminates The lamp will remain illuminated until the system has returned to a safe operating temperature Humidity and moisture condensation Moisture in the air will condense in the VCP under extremely humid conditions or when moving from a cold place to a warm one Moisture condensation on the tape playback head drum may damage the videocassette and or drum If moisture condensation occurs do not insert a videocassette into the player If a videocassette is already in the player remove it Turn the VCP power ON to dry the moisture before inserting a videocassette This could take an hour or more 31 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Dew sensor circuit e Under high moisture dewed conditions the tape heads and cassette tape may be damaged if the VCP is operated e When the vehicle s cabin temperature is very low and then is heated quickly or the humidity is very high within the vehicle the inside of the windows most likely will be fogged Under these conditions the in
29. consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 3 000 km 5 000 km 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 194 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will r
30. control MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only ps Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents O OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate lt A Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents A Distributes outside air through the floor vents T Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents WW Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents Operating tips e To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the Q position e To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A C position 52 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Climate Controls e Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select lt 2 Select A C 3 Mo
31. dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time e Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent e To remove tar and grease use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA available from your dealer ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components e Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean 168 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine e In addition to the highlighted areas cover the power distribution box located in the engine compartment when cleaning the engine e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your dealer e For routine cleaning use Motorcraft D
32. door is opened The reading lamp portion the two outer lights can only be toggled on and off at the lamp BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of Trade number bulbs Park lamp and turn signal front 2 3I57AK Back up lamps BOK License plate lamp 1 168 Stop tail turn side marker lamp 2 lt 3357K Stop tail turn side marker lamp 3157K chassis cab High mount brakelamp 912 Cargo lamp 211 2 Dome lamp standard 912 57 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights Function Number of Trade number bulbs Map reading lamp 211 2 Roofmarker 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Replacing headlamp bulbs aerodynamic 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 Push each clip tab toward the engine compartment and lift upward to the stop position then remove the h
33. dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F However if fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F 202 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid ma
34. fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems to decrease minutes or TUNE gt to increase minutes If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function 10 Balance Press BAL then press SEL lt lt gt to shift sound to the left right speakers Fade Press FADE then press SEL lt q P to shift sound to the rear front speakers 11 M b T sete aioe accel seaneny band O AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 12 Shuffle CD Press to play tracks in random order E bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level 13 Compression CD Press to 14 DO Dolby noise reduction Works in tape mode only Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 15 Side 1 2 Works in tape mode only Press to play reverse side of E the tape 23 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 16 Fast Forward FF Press for a slow advance press and hold for a fast advance 17 Rewind REW Press for a slow rewind press and hold for a fast rewind 18 Select SEL Use with Bass Treble Balance and Fade controls 19 Bass Press BASS t
35. hook ends in the front striker locking holes 4 Rotate the LH RH latch handles forward and at the same time slide the seat assembly forward to engage the strikers Continue forward movement until the seat reaches the end of its travel 5 Make sure the safety belt is not twisted then insert the seat belt tongue into detachable anchor until you hear a click and feel the latch engage 2nd row only 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 82 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips A To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained A Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equippe
36. i seat cushion 8 b 1 For second row 3 Passenger bench seat place the child safety seat on the left hand outboard position the center position or the right hand outboard position as desired For third row or fourth row 3 Passenger bench seat place the child safety seat on the center position 2 Route the child safety tether strap over the back of 3 Passenger bench seat 3 Clip the tether strap hook to the tether bracket mounted under rear rail of seat cushion frame 4 Refer to the instructions in this section under installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 109 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints For additional important safety information on the proper use of seat belts child seats and infant seats please read the entire Seating and Safety Restraints chapter in this Owner s Guide Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat For forwa
37. issued the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine e Your Service Engine Soon indicator may come on For more information on the Service Engine Soon indicator refer to the Instrument cluster chapter Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and
38. joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level 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 fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 201 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean
39. may cause engine damage e Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates e It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 e NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 188 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage e 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 Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection What you should know about fail safe cooling if equipped If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain H
40. noise reduction Works in tape mode only Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate 9 Scan Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio em stations or all tape selections Press again to stop 10 Tune Works in radio mode only THEUD Press TUNE A gt to change frequency down up 11 Seek Press and sce release lt q gt for previous next strong station selection or track 19 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 12 Power volume Press to turn _ ON OFF turn to increase or BC n A decrease volume levels ON 13 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode 14 Bass Press vy A to decrease increase the bass output 15 Treble Press v A to decrease increase the treble output 16 EJ Eject Press to eject a tape a a m o 17 Cassette door Insert a cassette into the cassette door 20 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM FM STEREO CASSETTE SINGLE CD 1 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase decrease volume 2 Scan Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations tape selections or CD tracks Press again to stop 3 CD Door Insert a CD with the label side up CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audi
41. operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference and radio communications 30 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Care of the videocassette player VCP Environmental extremes Videocassette players subjected to harsh environmental conditions may be damaged or perform at less than maximum capability To avoid these outcomes avoid leaving the VCP e in extremely hot or cold temperatures e in direct sunlight e in high humidity e in a dusty environment e in locations where strong magnetic fields are generated e ona surface that is instable or subject to vibrations Temperature extremes When the vehicle is parked under direct sunlight or in an extremely
42. replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly there is a risk of injury from a deploying air bag All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 93 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the air bag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects o
43. restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the air bag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not sufficient enough to cause activation Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration 95 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the SRS is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of
44. s hips should not be used in this vehicle Do not use a forward facing safety seat or an infant seat in the last row of a 12 or 15 passenger Club Wagon Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit 98 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection these children are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly which could increase the risk of serious injury To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt po
45. specifications Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer installed Ford accessory found to be defective in factory supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty period as well as any component damaged by the defective accessory The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit e 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles whichever occurs first or e the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 60 000 km 36 000 miles whichever occurs first Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty Not all accessories are available for all models Following is a list of several Ford Genuine Accessory products Not all accessories are available for all models To find out what accessories are available for your vehicle please contact your dealer or visit our online store at www fordaccessories com Vehicle Security Styled wheel locks Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Engine block heaters Remote start Tire step 222 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Accessories Travel equipment Auto head lamps with DRL Bicycle rack Cell phone holder Console Engine cover Daytime running lights DRL First aid and highway ki
46. the blade at an angle Y from the wiper arm Push the lock 5 pin manually to release the blade S and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard 3 Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance 63 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location 3 Release the steering wheel release control This will lock the steering wheel in position A Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment if equipped Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object 64 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls Installing a garage door opener if equipped The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers 1 Remove the storage clip from the door
47. the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 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 Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire 10 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster Brake system warning light To K confirm the brake system warning BRAKE light is functional it will D momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running or in a position between ON and START or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your dealership Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur
48. the following e Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items e Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada 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 and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Since this information is subject to change please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options or visit the Ford ESP website at www ford esp com 160 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD U S ONLY The Dispute Settlement Board is e an independent third party arbitration program for warranty disputes e available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settl
49. three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled This can be done before or during BeltMinder warning activation 4 Turn on the parklamps headlamps turn off the parklamps headlamps 5 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled e After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 91 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 6 Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again 9 After receiving confirmation the deactivation activation procedure is complete Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is a 20 cm 8 inch safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611022 This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost
50. use the COAST control to operate the Tap Down function Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in increments by 1 6 km h 1 mph Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET ACCEL control Gay Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal Gif equipped This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased 71 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED Load the luggage as far back as safely possible on the rack without exceeding the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR or the gross axle weight rating GAWR Use tie down loops to secure the load Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sport cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death CARGO ORGANIZER IF EQUIPPED Your
51. windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE OIL 927 Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again 176 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within t
52. 01 fluid checking 201 fluid refill capacities 211 fluid specification 218 Auxiliary power point 67 Axle lubricant specifications 215 218 refill capacities occ 211 traction 1OK woo eceesceeeeseees 118 B Battery merereise 179 acid treating emergencies 179 disconnecting ssieirsersis 181 jumping a disabled battery 152 maintenance free 0 179 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Index replacement specifications 210 SOLVICING scjacnceasacteopsuondstarsscouence 179 BeltMinder ccccceceecceeeeseeeeeee 89 Brake o cccccccccesssceessseseeesseeeeees 116 anti lock oo ceeeeeeeeeeeees 116 117 anti lock brake system ABS warning light eeeeeeee 117 fluid checking and adding 201 fluid refill capacities 211 fluid specifications 215 218 lubricant specifications 215 218 Parking seiniin 117 shift interlock rsson ines 119 Break in period cccceeeeeeeeees 5 Bulbine on ar 57 C Calculating load 126 Capacities for refilling fluids 211 Cassette tape player c0 25 CD single premium 16 18 21 Cell phone USE eeeceeeeeeeeeeetees 67 Child safety restraints 98 child safety belts 98 Child safety seats 00 101 In ront SEAN se caseacenes ceca 103 in rear geat senersressreiress 103 tether anchorage
53. 10 Refill capacities 211 Lubricant specifications 215 Accessories 222 Index 225 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information 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 2002 Ford Motor Company 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website e In the United States www ford com e In Canada www ford ca e In Australia www ford com au e In M
54. 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance e Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size e Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy e Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide Conditions e Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed e Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 0 4 km L 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 Ib of weight carried e Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy e Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving e Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain e Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal e Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA
55. 6 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Regular Wagon 12 passenger 8600 GVWR E 350 Regular Wagon 12 passenger 8600 GVWR E 350 Extended Wagon 12 passenger 9300 GVWR E 350 Extended Wagon 15 passenger 9100 GVWR 2540 5600 5 52 60 2994 6600 5 52 60 E 350 Extended Wagon 15 passenger 9300 GVWR 3856 8500 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 138 wheelbase single rear wheel 9600 GVWR 5 52 60 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 138 wheelbase dual rear wheel 10700 GVWR 3583 7900 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 158 wheelbase dual rear wheel 11500 GVWR 3538 7800 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 176 wheelbase dual rear wheel 11500 GVWR 4 10 4 56 8391 18500 129 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Rear WAT Maximum Loaded Trailer axle frontal area of g Weight kg i 2 42 ratio ibs trailer m ft E 350 Cutaway 138 wheelbase dual rear wheel 10000 GVWR E 350 Chassis Cab 138 wheelbase dual rear wheel 10700 GVWR E 350 Chassis Cab 158 wheelbase dual rear wheel 11500 GVWR E 350 Chassis Cab 176 wheelbase dual rear wheel 11500 GVWR 3538 7800 5 52 60 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 250 Stripped Chassis Single rear wheel 8600 GVWR 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 138 wheelbase 9600 GVWR 3992 8800 5 52 60 4536
56. 80 000 km 50 000 miles on Lincoln vehicles Roadside assistance will cover e changing a flat tire e jump starts e lock out assistance e limited fuel delivery e towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership or your selling dealer if within 56 3 km 35 miles of the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on e coverage period e exact fuel amounts e towing of your disabled vehicle e emergency travel expense reimbursement e travel planning benefits USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln In Canada the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment U S Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 241 3673 Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 521 4140 Canadian customers who require roadside assistance call 1 800 665 2006 135 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies If you n
57. AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist ry oN gt Nes oe ee 2 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows A Power Window Lockout Front Rear Gild Saey Door T ee Lock Unlock p Symbol Panic Alarm s Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature A AN ODP Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level IS gt L ir y bee B Emission System Engine Air Filter des v Passenger Compartment 3 gt lt o Air Filter ie Check fuel cap pS Low tire warning 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle have the respective system inspected immediately Service engine soon The Service SERVICE engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first SOON turned to the ON position to check
58. Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM FM stereo cassette with CD AM FM stereo cassette AM FM stereo with CD Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Locks and Security Keys Locks 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Table of Contents 4 10 10 13 16 16 18 25 51 51 52 54 54 55 57 63 63 64 68 68 69 73 73 73 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects U S only Cleaning Underbody preservation 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus 77 77 83 93 97 113 113 116 119 126 135 135 136 136 138 144 152 157 158 166 167 171 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications 173 Engine compartment 174 Engine oil 176 Battery 179 Fuel information 190 Air filter s 204 Part numbers 2
59. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Brake reserve system warning BRAKE Cif equipped Illuminates to indicate normal Hydromax booster reserve system activation when the engine is OFF and the service brake pedal is applied This light may also illuminate momentarily if the engine is running and the driver turns the steering wheel fully in one direction while braking If the light remains on while the engine is running this indicates inadequate hydraulic booster pressure or reserve pump system failure Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible and seek service immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated 1i 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster Air bag readiness If this light fails ge to illuminate when ignition is turned ry to ON continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly
60. L COLD range Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 2 If the fluid level is low start the engine 3 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 4 Turn the engine off For E 450 and E 550 vehicles with the Hydro Boost Brake System do not press the brake pedal after the engine has been turned off 200 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 5 Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick Do not add fluid if the level is between the arrows in the FULL COLD range 6 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the FULL COLD range Be sure to put the dipstick back in the reservoir BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not trigger the brake system warning lamp are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised seek service from your dealer immediately DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal
61. Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near LOW empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter F U E L Oil pressure Engine coolant Iluminates when any of the ad following conditions has occurred E e The engine coolant temperature is high e The engine oil pressure is low Transmission control indicator light TCIL luminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off Ruy E OVERDRIVE aa Cy Ej refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily have the system serviced immediately Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the a o gt hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb 12 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster D Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off and the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened GAUGES Taroz Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating t
62. NG YOUR VEHICLE e Do not work on a hot engine e Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels Working with the engine on 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 173 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD qm 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the center top of the grill 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine compartment component locations Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations 174 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA En
63. ON Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the ON position unless 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 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 2 Insert the key and turn it to OFF Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 119 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving When the key is in the ignition OFF position the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working prop
64. OTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept 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 The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key Note lock and unlock will work in any ignition position If there is a problem with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership this will aid in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors 1 Press fa and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps and puddle lamps if equipped will illuminate 2 Press Wy and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors Locking the doors amp 1 Press and release to lock all the doors 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note the doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once Sounding a panic alarm Press q to activate the alarm Press again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON to deactivate Note The panic alarm will only operate when the igni
65. To determine the maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle as equipped follow the section Calculating the load your vehicle can tow carry earlier in this chapter Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Distribute the load so that only 10 to 15 of the total is on the tongue Tie down the load so that it does not shift and change the weight on the hitch Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation Note Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label 131 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 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 vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use or install hitches that clamp onto the bumper or to the axle Underbody hitches are acceptable if installed properly Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety
66. VCP video cassette player e AUX auxiliary jack input 39 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Memory preset control In radio mode press the MEM Memory control successively to scroll through the memory presets VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt SEEK gt in AM FM1 or FM2 OOOO In CDDJ mode press the MEM Ce Memory control to select the next are a disc in the compact disc changer Play will begin with the first track AM FM1 FM2 TAPE cD CDDJ VCP AUX VIDEO LAUDIO R Seek function The SEEK control has varying a functions depending on which mode is enabled VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt 4 SEEK In radio mode AM FM1 FM2 C Xe J N D Press the lt control to find the N a next listenable station down the frequency band AM FM1 FM2 TAPE Press the gt control to find the cD CDDJ VCP AUX next listenable station up the VIDEO LAUDIOR frequency band In tape mode press the SEEK 0 Pepe control to access the previous lt q or the next gt selection In CD mode press the SEEK control to access the previous or the next P track In CDDJ mode press the SEEK control to access the previous or the next gt track of the currently selected disc 40 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Flip down screens The screen
67. Y FF REW STOP will illuminate 3 PLAY key Press to playback a videocassette tape 4 REWIND REVIEW button Press to enter the reverse picture mode when in PLAYBACK mode If in STOP mode the tape will rewind at a high speed 5 FAST FORWARD CUE button Press to enter forward picture search mode when in PLAYBACK mode If in STOP mode the tape will fast forward at a high speed 6 STOP button Press to stop the tape 7 HEADPHONE VOLUME UP DOWN KEYS button For home use only please refer to the In Home Use section 8 EJECT button Located inside the videocassette cover Press to eject the tape 34 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Remote control AutoVision 1 POWER button Press to turn the videocassette player VCP ON or OFF 2 ENCORE button Press to reverse the casssette for 5 seconds Normal playback will then resume when in PLAYBACK mode 3 STILL ADVANCE frame advance button Press to temporarily suspend playback Press again to make the tape advance one frame at a time 4 RETRACKING button Press to activate Auto Tracking in the playback mode 5 TRACKING button Press for manual tape tracking 6 TRACKING button Press for manual tape tracking 7 PLAY button Press to play the tape 35 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 8 REW button Press to rewind th
68. able from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 155 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the 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 156 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member of a roadside assistance program your roadside assistance service provider Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is equipped with an air dam and must be towed from the front it is recommended that your vehicle be towed by wheel lift or flatbed equipment to prevent damage to the air dam If the vehicle is towed by other means or in
69. aced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must learn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel 179 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the batt
70. acing tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch to the OFF position and then remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle 2 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb To install the lamp follow the removal procedures in reverse order 61 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights Replacing brake tail backup lamp bulbs Chassis or cutaway cab 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the four screws and the lamp from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 62 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls MULTI FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk ad gt om s e briefly causes a single swipe of QD D the wipers without washer fluid FE e a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid e a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Changing the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn
71. air bag deployment It is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control The SRS consists of e driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone a diagnostic module and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning including the impact sensors the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision 96 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the system is operational Af The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light will either ge
72. al Note e Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Resuming a set speed Press the RES resume control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km h 80 mph Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed e Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in increments by 1 6 km h 1 mph e Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control 70 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the ACCEL desired speed then release the control You can also
73. as low as possible around the hips not across the waist Insert the tongue into the correct Vv buckle the buckle closest to the 7 direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips 87 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates and the warning chime switch is turned to the ON sounds 4 8 seconds position The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The indicator chime will remain off buckled before the ignition and the safety belt warning lamp will switch is turned to the ON illuminate for 4 8 seconds position 88 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints
74. ath the vehicle The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness Tighten to the best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened Try to push or pull then turn the tire to be sure it will not move Loosen and retighten if necessary Failure to properly stow the spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire 5 Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months per scheduled maintenance guide or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components 6 If removed install the spare tire lock if equipped into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key Gf equipped and jack handle 151 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contac
75. attery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the cold full of cold fill range level in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following e Freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F e Boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F e Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e Enables calibrated gauges to work properly When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir COLD FILL LEVEL T e The engine coolant should be at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application e Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules 185 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine co
76. be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti lock Braking System ABS This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking any pulsations or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal 116 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving ABS warning lamp ss The 3 lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If BRAKE your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced immediately Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on s
77. ble devices such as DVD players camcorders and portable CD players can also be connected to the auxiliary jacks AM FM1 FM2 TAPE The auxiliary jack is color coded for cD CDDJ VCP AUX identification purposes They are as VIDEO LAUDIOR follows a e YELLOW 1 video input INPUTS e WHITE 2 left channel audio input e RED 8 right channel audio input Press the MEDIA control until AUX is illuminated in the control panel This will allow you to view the video and listen to the audio from the auxiliary input Oe a To listen to another audio source while viewing video from the auxiliary input press the MEDIA control until the desired media source is illuminated 44 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Video source selection The MEDIA control determines which video VCP or Auxiliary input is seen on the AutoVision sities Wei Hes aes screen VEDIA When the vehicle ignition is ON and CXA H the system is not in VCP mode the On pa AutoVision selects the Auxiliary input as the video source If there is not a video source connected to AM FM1 FM2 TAPE the Auxiliary input jack the screen cD CDDJ VCP AUX will be blank VIDEO LAUDIOR Your AutoVision system is equipped with an AutoPlay Feature When a video cassette is inserted into the player video and audio sources are automatically switched to VCP Th
78. ck or money order Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or 165 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition t
79. cle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed 1 Park on a level surface 2 Activate the warning flashers 3 Place the gearshift in P Park 4 Apply the parking brake and turn the engine off 5 Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire you are changing Q E On E 450 vehicles the parking brake is on the transmission E Therefore the vehicle will not be O prevented from moving when a rear wheel is lifted even if the parking brake is applied Be sure to block both directions of the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel that is being lifted If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured 6 Remove the spare tire and jack from the storage location 145 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies e non chassis cab vehicles jack is located in the rear right hand side of the cargo area e E 350 chassis cab vehicles jack is strapped to a bracket behind the driver s seat 146 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 7 Use the tapered end of the lug nut wrench to unscrew wheel ornaments attached by retaining screws Remove any wheel trim Insert the tapered end of the lug nu
80. conseeeaphnctcaee A 192 capacity eessen onn lice sai 211 choosing the right fuel 193 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 197 detergent in fuel 0 0 0 194 filling your vehicle with fel erreusera 190 192 195 filter specifications 194 210 fuel pump shut off switch 136 improving fuel economy 194 octane rating 0 ee 193 218 quality seresa Seance sansa ers 193 running out of fuel 0 00 194 safety information relating to automotive fuels ccee 190 FUSES erenneren E 138 G Garage door Opener c00 65 Gas cap see Fuel cap 192 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 0000 194 GAUGES ornai n 13 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating ernennen 124 calculating iy cciveiesassiveseee sence 126 MORMIGION sensn 124 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Index driving with a heavy load 124 IOC ATION siteres 124 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight RAUNG eaae a s 124 calculating 0 124 126 AeNIt ON oissricreiisieererssriorissin 124 driving with a heavy load 124 LOCATON sessecssczsveitsaeecsceieeesracises 124 H Hazard flashers ccccccceeees 136 Headlamps ssis ccsaieeadetdatcsencdids 54 AMINE 02 vsssicsnsesvesdsonecaatsnceesevetan ove 55 bulb specifications 00 57 daytime running lights 54 HASH t Pass wissceasesecdevssarvessdvecess 55 high beam
81. correctly vehicle damage may occur 157 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle It is preferred that you return to the authorized dealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed However you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company or Ford of Canada dealership authorized for warranty repairs Certain warranty repairs require special training though so not all dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs That means that depending on the warranty repair needed the vehicle may need to be taken to another dealer If a particular dealership cannot assist you then contact the Customer Relationship Center If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership 3 If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could p
82. d by qualified technicians 143 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving e do not brake heavily e gradually decrease the vehicle s speed e hold the steering wheel firmly e slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may compromise the integrity of your tires Spare tire information The spare tire for your vehicle is stowed under the rear of your vehicle except cutaway and stripped chassis models To remove the spare tire 1 Open the rear doors and remove the thumb screw and anti theft bracket If finger pressure will not remove the thumb screw use the lug wrench to loosen the screw 2 Remove the access cover from the rubber strip behind the left door 3 Remove the jack handle from the right side compartment and insert the tip of the jack handle through the access hole and into the tube 4 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise until the cable is slack and the tire can be slid from under the vehicle 5 Remove the retainer from the spare tire To stow the cable retainer with the spare removed turn the jack handle clockwise until all slack is removed 144 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Tire change procedure Preparing to change the tire To prevent the vehi
83. d coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection e A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing 186 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications e Do not use alcohol methanol brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing e Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cold full level For all 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 To reduce the risk of personal injury make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pres
84. d in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that 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 brand meeting Ford specifications for your engine application 178 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service However for severe usage or in high temperature climates and for frame mounted batteries check the battery electrolyte level Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or repl
85. d in the wrong position e Once the cassette is completely inserted close the VCP and console covers Removing cassette 1 Open the console cover open the VCP cover and press the STOP button 2 Press the EJECT button Do not insert any foreign substances into the cassette compartment After removing the cassette from the VCP close the door When the engine is turned OFF the cassette is ejected from the compartment To play a video game 1 Connect the video line from your video game device to the YELLOW jack 2 Connect the left and right audio cables to the WHITE and RED jacks respectively 3 Ensure that the system is in AUX mode The LCD screen will turn on and the AUX indicator will illuminate On screen indicators Playback operation 1 Press the POWER control on the VCP 2 Insert a videocassette into the VCP 3 The videocassette should automatically begin playback and the picture will appear within approximately nine seconds 42 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 4 Press the STOP control to stop playback or press EJECT to remove the cassette Fast forward or rewind no picture 1 Press the FF REW control on the VCP 2 Press the STOP control to stop or press EJECT to remove the cassette The tape will fast forward or rewind until it has reached the end or the beginning Fast forward or rewind with picture 1 While in playback mode
86. d on vehicle application and transmission fluid cooling system i e coolers size cooling lines auxiliary cooler capacities The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 8If your vehicle is equipped with a single row radiator there will be a label on the top side of the radiator indicating 1 Row Radiator Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS M2C153 H and the API Certification mark LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS name number specification Brake fluid Motorcraft High PM 1 ESA M6C25 A Performance and DOT 3 DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door weatherstrips Silicone F5AZ 19553 AA ESR M13P4 A Lubricant Engine coolant Motorcraft VC 7 A WSS M97B51 A1 Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored 215 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications name number specification Engine oil gasoline Motorcraft SAE XO 5W20 QSP WSS M2C153 H 5W 20 Premium US with API Synthetic Blend CXO 5W20 LSP12 Certification Motor Oil US Mark Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada Engine oil diesel Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection engine Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement Hinges latches Motorcraft XG 4 or XL 5 ESR M1C159 A Striker plates
87. d with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints 83 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that 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 Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from nN the buckle The front outboard and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combina
88. dulate the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to HI 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop AUXILIARY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls which allow you to control the airflow level in the rear of the vehicle The front controls will still control the temperature setting To allow the rear passengers to control the fan speed the front auxiliary unit must be turned to the REAR CTRL position Once the front auxiliary control is set to REAR CTRL the rear passengers may select the fan speed from the rear auxiliary unit located in the overhead between the second and third row seating 53 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL e The first position turns on the parking tail license plate and side marker lamps e The outer position turns on the headlamps 7 7 K Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate e the ignition must be in the ON position and e the headlamp control is in the OFF parking lamp or autolamp position Always remember to tu
89. e Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochures for California West Virginia Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers lessees 161 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance Board membership The Board consists of e Three consumer representatives e A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management recognized for their business leadership qualities What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your application is reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating e The file number assigned to your application e The toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information e Legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case e The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed
90. e and insure that all persons are clear of the trajectory area ye 206 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications WARNING An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used serviced or maintained To reduce the risk of serious injury never attempt to re inflate a tire which has been run flat or seriously under inflated without first removing the tire from the wheel assembly for inspection Do not attempt to add air to tires or replace tires or wheels without first taking precautions to protect persons and property Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The following procedure applies to vehicles equipped with single rear wheels if your vehicle is equipped with dual rear wheels it is recommended that only the front wheels be rotated side to side e Four tire rotation AN K A 1 I l 207 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications e Five tire rotation Ny a gt Sa Ne Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads Due to exposure to the elements and exhaust you should
91. e post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Illuminates when the videocassette is in STIL pause mode Illuminates when the videocassette PWR i is in PLAY mode HPI Ji Illuminates when the videocassette is in REV review mode Illuminates when the videocassette is in CUE mode Flashes separately when the videocassette is in ENCORE mode Displays when e the thermostat detects an extremely high or low temperature or e the dew sensor is activated for high humidity In home use Your AutoVision system is UL registered for in home use This system has the unique feature of also being completely portable and able to be used in your home To remove your AutoVision system from your vehicle depress the lever on the center console labeled VCP RELEASE This will release the VCP and enable you to remove the system from the vehicle If pressing the lever does not release your system please contact your dealer 47 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems To re install the VCP in your vehicle insert the VCP into the console and push lightly until the VCP clicks into place To use the AutoVision system in your home you will need e a DC 12V power converter rated for 1 5 amps min and e Patch cords with RCA style connectors These parts are available in your local electronics store or call toll free 1 877 848 6434 for a
92. e post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 liter 1 0 quart of engine coolant per month have your 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 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford approved recycling process is not yet available Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 36 C 34 F e It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and
93. e Emergencies Front axle jacking points E 550 Place the jack under the front axle directly below the springs Do not place the jack under or on the steering linkage e Slide the notched end of the jack handle over the release valve and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle Make sure the valve is closed by turning it clockwise Insert the jack handle into the pump linkage e Use an up and down motion with the jack handle to raise the wheel completely off the ground If your vehicle has single rear wheels thread the lug nuts on the studs with the beveled face toward the wheel If your vehicle has dual rear wheels thread the two element swiveling lug nuts on the studs with the flange facing toward the wheel 3 Use the lug nut wrench to screw the lug nut snugly against the wheel 4 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 5 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the following pattern e 5 lug wheel 149 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies e 8 lug wheel Never use wheels or lug nuts different than the original equipment as this could damage the wheel or mounting system This damage could allow the wheels to come off while the vehicle is being driven 6 Install any wheel covers ornaments or hub caps Make sure they are screwed or snapped in place 7 Stow the jack handle and lug wrench
94. e anchor until you hear a click and feel the latch engage 80 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints ACCESSING THE 3RD 4TH AND 5TH ROW SEATS IF EQUIPPED To make access to the 4th and 5th row seats easier attach the 3rd and 4th row passenger side seat belts to the trim panel by using the snaps attached to the seat belt webbing and the trim panel REAR BENCH SEAT To remove the seats 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward 2nd row passenger side only Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor 2nd row only 81 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Pull the LH RH seat latch handles located under the seat rearward to release the latch hook ends from the front strikers am 3 Move the seat rearward and lift the seats rear hooks away from the rear strikers prior to lifting the front hooks out from the front strikers 4 With assistance remove the seat assembly e To remove the 3rd 4th and 5th row seats if equipped repeat steps 2 through 4 To install the seat 1 Position the seat in the vehicle 2 Align front hooks to front strikers prior to lowering the rear hooks and aligning them with the rear strikers 3 Engage the LH RH latch rod
95. e of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call 164 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 313 594 4857 FAX 813 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or call For a free publication catalog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com tems in this catalog may be purchased by credit card che
96. e relearning process e The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km 10 miles or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive GY batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized Pe A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center amp to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE Disconnecting dual batteries if equipped The primary battery is located under the hood The auxiliary battery is located on the passenger side frame rail 181 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Gasoline engines Disconnect 1 Disconnect the primary battery ground cable 2 Disconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground e Remove the ground bolt e Pull the cable away from the frame and make sure that the cable does not contact the frame Connect 1 Reconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground 182 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 2 Reconnect the primar
97. e safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below 90 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e the parking brake is set e the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission e the ignition switch is in the OFF position e all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps this will not affect the procedure To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait at least one minute after the safety belt warning light turns off e Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 3 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt
98. e tape 9 FF button Press to fast forward the tape 10 STOP button Press to stop the tape Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit However they are simply for operation check and will only work for a short time Slide battery cover off as shown on remote control to access the batteries The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries The need for battery replacement is usually indicated if the remote control only functions at extremely close distances to the entertainment center or not at all When replacing batteries use two new batteries alkaline recommended and install with correct orientation and polarities Ensure that you use only new batteries of the same brand If you will not be using the remote control for a considerably long time remove the batteries 36 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems AutoVision controls VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt 4 SEEK gt rence a AM FM1 cD CDDJ VIDEO _L AUDIO R FM2 VCP TAPE AUX AUX INPUTS The AutoVision controls allow the rear seat passengers to operate the radio tape CD or CD DJ if equipped Parental control Your AutoVision system allows you to have control over the rear seat controls The system is automatically activated when the ignition is ON This enables rear seat passengers to play a videoca
99. e the starter 2 115 Driving Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to 3 OFF wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Using the engine block heater if equipped Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may
100. eadlamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise and slide the ring off the plastic base 5 Pull the bulb straight out 58 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights AN Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated NOTE If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with alcohol before being used To install the new bulb follow the removal procedures in reverse order Replacing headlamp bulbs low series 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 Remove the two headlamp screws and bezel from the headlamp housing 3 Remove the four headlamp bulb retaining screws and the retaining ring 4 Remove the headlamp 5 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb and remove the bulb To install the new bulb follow the removal procedures in reverse order Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position and then open the hood 2 Remove two screws and pull lamp assembly away from the vehicle 59 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA En
101. ecal for spark plug gap information If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cylinders No 1 2 and 3 have a EGM suffix Cylinders No 4 5 and 6 have a EM suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter EEM as shown on the engine decal 4 If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cylinders No 1 2 3 and 4 have a PG suffix Cylinders No 5 6 7 and 8 have a P suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal 210 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Brake fluid Motorcraft High All Fill to line on Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid l Engine Motorcraft SAE Al 5 7L 6 0 quarts oil gasoline 5W 20 Premium engine includes Synthetic Blend filter change _ Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada Engine oil diesel Refer to the 7 3L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo engine includes Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement filter change 211 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part App
102. ed on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front Me portion of the seat cushion x N N 78 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Press to raise or lower the rear 7 portion of the seat cushion 7 Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down Quick release captains chair To remove the seat 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward 79 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor 2 Pull the seat latch handle then pull the seat toward the right side of the vehicle to disengage four pins from the floor mount 3 Remove the seat To install the seat Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely in position Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion 1 Position the seat to the floor mount 2 Engage the four pins into the floor mount hole and push the seat toward the left side of the vehicle to fully engage 3 Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position 4 Make sure the safety belt is not twisted then insert the seat belt tongue into detachabl
103. eed to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1 800 241 3673 Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 521 4140 Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Similarly in Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER A The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position Push in the flasher control and all Aa front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your i vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH HEL This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an
104. ement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law What kinds of cases does the Board review Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving e anon Ford product e anon Ford dealership e sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed e arequest for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed e items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items e alleged personal injury property damage claims e cases currently in litigation e vehicles not used primarily for family personal or household purposes except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles e vehicles with non U S warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty has expired at receipt of your application and in certain states eligibility is dependent upon the customer s possession of the vehicl
105. emperature 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 13 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control Battery voltage gauge Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range as indicated by arrows have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure The needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician 14 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left F in t
106. equency is displayed CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Do e Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less 49 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems e Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub e Remove loose labels before inserting tapes e Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing e Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 12 hours of play to maintain good sound operation Dont e Expose tapes to direct sunlight extreme humidity heat or cold e Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played CD CD PLAYER CARE Do e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out Dont e Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine e Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in 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 Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with
107. erly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4 speed automatic transmission P RNQ 21 ie eee P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear e Start the engine e Depress the brake pedal e Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 120 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving To put your vehicle in P Park e Come to a complete stop e Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through four Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever This will illuminate the O D OFF lamp and activate Drive Drive not shown Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is p
108. ery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compunds Wash hands after handling For information on transmission operation after the battery has been disconnected see Shift strategy in the driving section Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Release the parking brake With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A C on put the vehicle in D Drive and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 180 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 7 Drive the vehicle to complete th
109. esult if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting ow medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than 2 automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 195 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Calculation 2 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under c
110. et the parking brake 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage 113 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire 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 If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not dri
111. etail Wash ZC 3 A e If tar or grease spots are present use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wiper does not wipe properly substances on the windshield rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes tree sap or other organic contamination To clean these items please follow these tips e The windshield or rear window may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 available from your dealer e Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches 169 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning e Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts e Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or windshield washer solution Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth e Avoid cleaners or polish 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 Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel t
112. exico www ford com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will 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 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION A Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment In this guide answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol These comments should be read and observed 4 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction A Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before L i touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting
113. flash or stay lit ry e The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles including pretensioners See your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 Ibs or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when p
114. for easy mobile installation e Latching system for secure safety e Carrying handle for portability 32 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems e Water resistant tape door e On screen display e Protection circuits Playback and format e The videocassette player of your AutoVision system can only be used in the playback mode You are not able to record with your system e The system plays standard videocassettes marked VHS or S VHS VCP protection circuits Tape protection circuit e When the system is in PAUSE mode the tape mechanism will continue to create tension on the tape e When the VCP is in still playback FFWD fast forward or REW reverse mode for more than five minutes the tape protection circuit automatically returns the system to PLAY mode to avoid damage to the tape Your AutoVision System is also equipped with a Dew sensor circuit and a High low temperature sensor circuit For more information on these circuits please refer to Humidity and moisture condensation and Temperature extremes in this chapter 33 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems VCP controls 1 LED display The display lamp will light up in green when power is supplied to the videocassette player 2 POWER key Press to toggle between ON OFF When the power is ON other keys PLA
115. fuel Multi Purpose or filler door hinge Grease ESB M1C93 B and seat tracks Lock cylinders Motorcraft Motorcraft XL 1 none Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Power steering Motorcraft XT 2 QDX MERCON fluid MERCON ATF Automatic Motorcraft XT 2 QDX MERCON transmission MERCON ATF 4R100 Automatic Motorcraft XT 5 QM MERCON V tranmission MERCON V 4R70W ATF Disc brake caliper Motorcraft XG 4 ESE M1C171 A rails Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound Parking brake Motorcraft XT 2 QDX MERCON assembly MERCON E 450 550 Super Automatic Duty Transmission Fluid 216 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Item Ford part Ford part Ford name number specification Visteon Motorcraft SAE XY 75W90 QFEHP Meets API GL 5 conventional and 75W 90 Fuel Traction Lok axles Efficient High E 150 Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Dana 9 75 inch Hypoid Gear Oil C6AZ 19580 E ESW M2C105 E M60 1U SAE 90 10 5 inch M70 2U Motorcraft SAE XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A M70 1HD 80W 90 B 250 350 450 550 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield washer Motorcraft ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle Check the container to verify the fluid bein
116. g positions Gf equipped Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 102 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 103 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted o 4 Inser
117. g added is of the correct type Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage such as MERCON and MERCON V These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON V type fluid MERCON and MERCONE V type fluids are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCONE V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON and MERCON V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 2Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Visteon Traction Lok rear axles 217 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 3 Add 237 ml 8 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Dana Traction Lok rear axles ENGINE DATA 4 2L V6 4 6L V8 5 4L V8 6 8L V10 engine engine engine engine Required fuel 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 To er Sp rk wits 1 3 1 4 mm 1 3 1 4 mm 1 3 1 4 mm 1 3 1 4 mm Plug 0 052 0 056 0 052 0 056 0
118. g components e improper steering alignment TRACTION LOK AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death 118 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stoppin
119. g distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle VEHICLE STABILITY AND HANDLING The risk of a rollover crash increases as the number of people and load in the vehicle increase This increased risk occurs because the passenger weight and load raises the vehicle s center of gravity and causes it to shift rearward As a result the van has less resistance to rollover and handles differently from other commonly driven passenger vehicles making it more difficult to control in an emergency situation Placing any load on the roof also raises the center of gravity and increases the potential for rollover The van should be operated by an experienced driver An organization that owns a 15 passenger van should select one or two experienced drivers to drive the van on a regular basis These drivers will gain valuable experience handling the van This experience will help make each trip safer The van should be operated at a safe speed which in some conditions may be less than the posted speed limit Further all occupants should be properly restrained Most people killed in rollover crashes in 15 passenger vans were unbelted Occupants can dramatically reduce their risk of being killed or seriously injured in a rollover crash by simply using their seat belts Organizations that own 15 passenger vans should have a written seat belt use policy Drivers should be responsible for enforcing the policy AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATI
120. glish fus Lights 3 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove 4 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket To complete installation follow the removal procedures in reverse order Replacing roof marker bulbs 1 Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly 2 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 3 Install lens on lamp assembly with screw Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs The interior cargo lamp if equipped on vehicles without a rear headliner will have to be removed from under the high mount brakelamp assembly located inside the vehicle Then 1 Remove the two screws from the high mount brakelamp assembly and lift the lamp from the vehicle 2 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket To install the new bulb follow the removal procedure in reverse order 60 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch to OFF and then remove the two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the rear door 2 Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb out from socket and push in the new bulb To install the new bulb follow the removal procedures in reverse order Repl
121. glish fus Maintenance and Specifications 10 9 SS Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap except 4 2L V6 engine Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Air filter assembly Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap 4 2L V6 engine only Power steering fluid reservoir Brake fluid reservoir 9 Engine coolant reservoir 10 Battery WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID lt gt Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir completely DONA NAR WN EE Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB M8B16 A2 Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive 175 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4 5 C 40 F use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired
122. gularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A which is available from your dealer Never use strong household detergents or soap such as dish washing or laundry liquid These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces Never wash a vehicle that is hot to the touch or during exposure to strong direct sunlight Always use a clean sponge or carwash mitt with plenty of water for best results Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water spotting It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plastic and vinyl protectant products on the running board surface as the area may become slippery WAXING Applying a polymer paint sealant to your vehicle every six months will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage Wash the vehicle first
123. h ball position a frame mounted trailer hitch must be installed Driving while you tow When towing a trailer e Turn off the speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades e Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer e To eliminate excessive shifting use a lower gear This will also assist in transmission cooling e Anticipate stops and brake gradually When descending long steep downhill grades always use a lower gear to provide engine braking to save wear on brakes Use Drive Overdrive OFF on moderately steep hills Second 2 on steep hills and First 1 on very steep hills Do not apply your brakes continuously as they may overheat and become less effective Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips e Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles e Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached e The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight e If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather hilly conditions at GCW or any combination of these factors cons
124. h rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases 112 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1 ACCESSORY allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to G 4 operate while the engine is not 4 running As 2 LOCK locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal Cy 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal being depressed When the key is in the ignition OFF position the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always s
125. hardware 105 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment 168 GXUCTION cessccxseedegcdayteartasacnensecsds 171 instrument panel 0008 170 INCETIOF orarie R 170 MtETIOr CII serenana 170 plastic parts wo 169 Safety belts cccccceceseeeeees 170 WASHING secidessesisdesssaseviccinaasiacans 167 225 Index WAKING arion piere aeos 167 wheels eeeseseeecccseesseeeseess 168 wiper blades cccccceeeeeeees 169 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 51 53 Compass electronic 0008 65 calibration ccecce 66 set zone adjustment 66 Console overhead eiae arira 64 Controls power SCab caiccesssstieeaeecte veretetinces 78 Coolant checking and adding 184 refill capacities 188 211 specifications 215 218 Cruise control see Speed control 69 Customer Assistance 135 Ford accessories for your Vehicle wii eeeeeeeeeeee 171 Ford Extended Service PIAM aren aa eased ee eee 160 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 00 164 Getting roadside assistance 135 Getting the service you MEE smen a cesaipics 158 Ordering additional owner s Literature sessioni 165 The Dispute Settlement Board erratera seriene nin es 161 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration PROSTAMM oiiire terasem 164 D Daytime running lamps See Lamps svcsnstecskmariann
126. hat substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has Ca a defect which could cause a crash Gord Whetor Company or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 166 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle re
127. he fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the E m vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus 15 Entertainment Systems AM FM STEREO ow lt SEEK gt lt lt TUNE gt 1 Seek Press lt gt to find the next listenable station down up the frequency band 2 Tune Press lt q gt to manually adjust the radio frequency down up 3 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode 4 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station 16 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus zod Ea press and hold a preset button until sound returns Entertainment Systems 5 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels 6 Tone Press TONE until the desired level Bass Treble Fade appears on the display Turn the volume control to raise lower the levels or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back if equipped 7 CLK Clock To set the hour press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display Press LK SEEK to decrease E or increase gt the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the di
128. he generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law 205 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICING YOUR TIRES Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies if equipped This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls As such they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires Tire service including adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel trained supervised and equipped according to Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA regulations For example during any procedure involving tire inflation the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflation devic
129. he normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed 177 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Use Motorcraft or an equivalent oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C153 H SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule liste
130. hen press SEL lt q gt to decrease increase the bass output Treble Press TREB then press SEL lt p to decrease increase the treble output 20 Tune Works in radio mode only Press TUNE A p to change frequency down up 21 Seek Press and release SEEK lt q P gt for previous next strong station selection or track 22 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band 24 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems PREMIUM IN DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM BASS A TREB O 2 DOWEL E 1 Seek Press and release SEEK E gt for previous next current disc 2 Rewind Press and hold until the eae ED ea amp B PUSH ON rng AM i Gi strong station or track of the desired selection is reached Fast forward Press and hold until the desired selection is reached 3 Comp Compression The compression feature operates in CD mode and brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed 4 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to playing media 5 Eject Press to eject a CD Press and hold to eject all loaded discs If disc is not removed it will reload into the system Works with the ignition on or off 25 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA E
131. hicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another e from concrete to gravel there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver steering acceleration or braking Again avoid these abrupt inputs VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms e Base Curb Weight Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment fluids lubricants etc It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo occupants and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight e GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus payload weight 124 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum allowable total weight of the base vehicle occupants optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
132. homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further information AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician 50 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle 2 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control 3 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 7s Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents O OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate A Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents A Distributes outside air through the floor vents GA Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents WW Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents Operating tips e To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow se
133. ider refilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube Refer to the Maintenance and specifications chapter for the lubricant specification e After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts 133 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving e When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift in P Park and increase idle speed This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency e Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval e do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper e do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm 6 inches above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components e causing internal damage to the components e affecting driveability emissions and reliability Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repai
134. ier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A Dana limited slip axles E250 350 450 550 require 237ml 8 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C83AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A Optional fuel tank 208L 55 gallon Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 214 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage such as MERCON and MERCON V These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON V type fluid MERCON and MERCONE V type fluids are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON and MERCON V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling system actual refill capacities will vary base
135. ifications 215 218 TUK ne 8 tis dest eta Have et tabtaseteeees 72 Turn signal snpyceriremninereni 55 Vv Vehicle dimensions 0006 218 Vehicle Identification Number Naa tiesaheeats 220 Vehicle loading eeee 124 Ventilating your vehicle 116 WwW Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid cc ceeeeeeeees 175 Water Driving through 123 Windows DOWEL elere ereen on ARN 68 Windshield washer fluid and WIPTE rear eE ERE 63 checking and adding fluid 175 replacing wiper blades 63 Wrecker towing ssisesionrnisiis 157 229 230 231 232
136. ine Soon Check Engine indicator comes on and stays on after you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others 192 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your
137. inss 54 226 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Dipstick automatic transmission PUIG UE A E EA E 201 Engine Oil sac cscscecesecsindssiacesacherexe 176 Doors lubricant specifications 215 Driveline universal joint and SP YOKE reeset S 201 Driving under special COMGUM ONS esar Seven Siwottaaysad ceded 123 through water 123 E Emergencies roadside jump starting 0 ee 152 Emergency Flashers 136 Emission control system 198 ENSING oi a5 Soe Meet vat R aace tact 218 CLEANING sirenen E S 168 COOIANIG soispirennn eienenn 184 diesel sci scseccasssssshectesacesaesasscedsavinds 6 fail safe coolant cceeee 189 idle speed control 179 lubrication specifications c0 215 218 refill capacities serris 211 SELVICE POINTS eeeeeeeeeeeeeees 174 starting after a collision 136 Engine block heater seee 116 Engine Oil ssciscsieeves ache Geeriesnciacs 176 checking and adding 176 PSICE arrea 176 filter specifications 178 210 recommendations cccee 178 refill capacities eee 211 specifications ssis 215 218 Exhaust fumes ccccccceeeees 116 F Fail safe cooling ceee 189 Fluid capacities cee 211 Four Wheel Drive vehicles preparing to drive your vehicle occ eeececeesseseeseseeseeeenes 118 UCL onra eaea a 190 calculating fuel economy 194 COND a
138. ion or e the remote transmitter lock control is pressed or e after 25 seconds of illumination The dome lamp control if equipped must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate The inside lights will not turn off if e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e any door is open 76 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward 77 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Pull lever up to adjust seatback Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control is A located on the inboard side of the driver s seat I Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase N softness Adjusting the front power seat if equipped The control is locat
139. is will override any other selections currently made AutoPlay feature Indications on the VCP The operation and status of the VCP can be checked by the indications appearing on the LED display 1 The Power indicator flashes on during POWER ON and will blink when in emergency mode 2 The HI FI indicator illuminates when a HI FI tape is loaded 3 The HP1 indicator illuminates when the headphone jack 1 is plugged in 4 The HP2 indicator illuminates when the headphone jack 2 is plugged in 5 The Operation indicators illuminate when the system is powered ON a HIFI tape is being played or headphones are being used 45 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems The following are some possible messages that may illuminate on your LED display and their meanings Illuminates when there is a videocassette in the system during power off Illuminates when there is a videocassette in the system during power on Illuminates when a videocassette is ejected from the system Flashes during emergency mode Iluminates during power on when there is not a videocassette present in the system Illuminates during power off when there is not a cassette present in the system Iluminates when the videocassette is in REW rewind mode Illuminates when the videocassette is in FF fast forward mode 46 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guid
140. ithin the weight limitations including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits Note Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury 125 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow 1 Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter for yo
141. lector in the G7 position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position e Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents e Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select 7 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 51 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Climate Controls 3 Set the fan speed to HI 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls x SS the volume of air circulated in the D NEIN QH 2 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle vehicle 3 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each
142. less booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap shoulder belts Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips never up high across the stomach If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride 100 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision
143. lication Capacity Name Engine Motorcraft 4 2L V6 engine 22 0L 23 3 quarts coolant gasoline Premium Gold 1 row 20 9L 22 1 engine 1 Engine Coolant quarts yellow colored 4 91 V6 engine 24 0L 25 4 quarts with aux rear 1 row 22 9L 24 2 quarts 4 6L V8 engine 25 7L 27 2 quarts with aux rear 1 row 24 6L 26 0 heat quarts quarts 5 4L V8 engine with aux rear heat quarts 6 8L V10 engine 1 row 27 9L 29 4 6 8L V10 engine with aux rear 1 row 29 9L 31 6 heat quarts Engine Refer to the 7 3L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo coolant diesel Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement engine Power steering Motorcraft Al Keep in FULL range fluid MERCON ATF on dispstick 212 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Rear axle Motorcraft SAE Visteon 8 8 9 75 2 6 2 7L 5 5 5 8 75W 90 Fuel inch Efficient High conventional and Performance Traction Lok Synthetic rear axle lubricant Hypoid Gear Oil Dana 9 75 inch SAE 90 M60 IU 80W 90 M70 2U axle lubricant M70 1HD Dana 135 E 550 11 6L 24 5 pints 2 only Fuel tank All regular and 132 4L 85 0 extended length gallons vans and wagons 138 inch 140 0L 87 0 wheelbase gallons except E Super Duty 158 inch 140 0L 87 0 wheelbase gallons except E Super Duty 176 inch 140 0L 87 0
144. liner Rear cargo lamps equipped with an ON OFF DOOR control will light when e doors are closed and the control is in the ON position e control is in the DOOR position and any door is open e headlamp control is rotated fully counterclockwise When the control is in the OFF position it will not illuminate when you open the doors or fully rotate the headlamp control Third row courtesy reading cargo lamps The dome portion of the lamp the center light can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully counterclockwise or when an door is opened With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the rear dome lamp can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control Cargo and dome lamps without rear headliner If your vehicle is equipped with a bypass switch on the rear dome lamp all of the dome lamps may be turned off only with the rear doors open While the switch is in rear door bypass mode the dome lamps will light as normal when any other door is open or the headlamp control is rotated fully conterclockwise If the switch is not in the bypass position opening the rear doors will light the dome lamp as normal 56 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Front and rear courtesy reading lamps The dome portion of the lamp the center light can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully counter clockwise or when any
145. lippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance Parking brake P To set the parking brake 1 press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops To release pull the lever 2 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be sued 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 117 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system e Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points Cuntil it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for e an improperly inflated tire e uneven tire wear e loose or worn suspension components e loose or worn steerin
146. luid reservoirs 141 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter C1 C1 9 vz Cd CA Se Ze oo g O00 L e Le a La Ls JLE Lea L Le CE La JLE 000 a I The high current fuses are coded as follows Location Rating Pt CC Not used PTC Not used P o 3 CC Not usec Powertrain Control Module PCM Keep Alive Memory Instrument cluster Voltmeter 10A 20A l Auxiliary battery relay Engine compartment fuses 14 22 IDM relay Diesel only Engine compartment fuses 25 27 50A Blower motor relay blower motor 142 line eco post 2002 fmt Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description Location Rating 14 30A Trailer running lamps relay Trailer backup lamps relay 15 40A Main light switch Daytime Running Lights DRL P28 PCM diode S P Noted S oa o Marker lamps relay i O B Stop lamprelay o E Trailer backup lamps relay _ D Trailer rumning lamps relay _ E Trailer battery charge relay _ F IDM relay Diesel only A C clutch relay 4 2L only e CCM relay o O ooo H Blower motor relay o CC Morn relay S PK Fuel pumprelay Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replace
147. n all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a district or owner relations customer relationship office The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission 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 us
148. n its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer e Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt FORD LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent quality Motorcraft Custom Clearcoat Polish ZC 8 A Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant not available in Canada F2AZ 19530 A Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada B7A 19520 AA Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada
149. n or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag system increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle Additional equipment may affect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment 94 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Children and air bags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back PN How does the air bag supplemental
150. ng emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the Service Engine Soon light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications 198 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine
151. nger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package it may be utilized as an ambulance Ford urges ambulance 6 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual Ford Truck Body Builder s Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers QVM Guidelines as well as pertinent supplements For additional information please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 1 877 840 4338 Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties In addition ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package it will be indicated on the Certification label The label is located on the driver s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver s door You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer Ford Ambulance
152. nglish fus Entertainment Systems 6 Bass Press BASS then press a SEL P to decrease increase a the bass output a Treble Press TREB then press 7 45 SEL lt q gt to decrease increase t the treble output a 7 Select Use with Bass Treble ns Balance and Fade controls to adjust i levels Use with MENU to set the me The clock and RDS function on off 8 Balance Press BAL then press lt SEL lt q to shift sound to the g left right speakers Fade Press FADE then press E D tle Lscacl lt SEL lt q gt to shift sound to the H rear front speakers 9 Menu Press MENU and SEL to m4 access clock mode RDS on off u Traffic announcement mode and Ma Program type mode 10 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 11 CD Press to select CD mode fi 12 AM FM Press to select AD AM FM1 FM2 frequency band In CD mode press to begin radio play Autostore Stores the six strongest stations without erasing your current presets To activate press and momentarily hold AM FM Autostore will flash in the display The six strongest stations will fill the memory preset buttons for AM FM1 FM2 if enough stations are available If not stations will be repeated Press again to deactivate 26 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide pos
153. o activate press the y AM FMi FM2 TAPE control and plug a 3 5mm cD CDDJ VCP AUX headphone into the headphone jack With the headphones ON the rear speakers will not operate Press the MEDIA control to toggle to the desired media source Use the SEEK VOLUME and MEM controls to make any desired adjustments VIDEO LAUDIO R ij Press the A t control again to engage the rear speakers and deactivate the Personal Audio Feature AUX INPUTS 38 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Speakers ON OFF mode With the speakers ON you can adjust the audio output to all system speakers front and rear together headphones are disabled in this mode The rear seat passengers can not raise the volume of the system above the level on the front radio bezel With the speakers OFF the headphones are enabled The rear seat passengers have control over the desired volume levels Media select Press the MEDIA control to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CDDJ VCP and AUX modes When VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt SEEK gt selected the media source will illuminate O a a AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CDDJ VCP AUX VIDEO _L AUDIO R INPUTS e AM AM radio frequency band e FM1 FM2 FM radio frequency bands e TAPE cassette tape if equipped e CD single cd player Gif equipped e CDDJ compact disc changer if equipped e
154. o avoid contamination of the air bag system e Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces INTERIOR TRIM e Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth then dry by wiping with a dry soft clean cloth e Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats and safety belts e Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner e Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner E8AZ 19523 AA If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 e Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution e Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials Do not use cleaning solvents bleach or dye on the vehicle s seatbelts as these actions may weaken the belt webbing 170 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather e To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth e To help maintai
155. o compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should 21 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further information 4 Cassette door Insert the cassette with the opening to the right 5 Eject Press to eject the cassette CD The radio will resume playing 6 Tape Press to start tape play Press to stop tape during rewind fast forward CD Press to start CD play With the dual media audio press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play Gf equipped 7 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to playing media 8 Auto Press to set first six strongest stations if available into AM FM1 or FM2 memory buttons press again to return to normal stations 9 Clock Press and hold to set the clock Press the lt q SEEK to decrease hours or SEEK gt to increase hours Press the lt q TUNE 22 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002
156. o the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument cluster chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below e First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway e Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods 199 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above 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 CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON ATF Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature 20 80 F 7 25 C 1 Check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be between the arrows in the FUL
157. of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AAA BC The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature AB C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to t
158. olant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts 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 e Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A VC 7 B in Oregon meeting Ford Specification WSS M97B51 A1 Note Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan e Do not add mix an orange colored extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant VC 2 US or CXC 209 Canada meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product with your factory fille
159. olts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 153 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine 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 154 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper c
160. ormation regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information regarding vehicle speed brake or accelerator application or steering input This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event This stored information may be read out and used by e Ford Motor Company e service and repair facilities e law enforcement or government agencies e others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF Notice to owners of diesel powered vehicles Read the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel powered light truck Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passe
161. ortable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12V Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel A second power point if equipped is located behind the driver s seat on the upper trim panel Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point 67 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the Dn la window Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the 7 7 window POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED To adjust your mirrors 1 Select lt q to adjust the left mirror or B gt to adjust the right mirror
162. others should be your primary concern Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may stall Water may also enter your engine
163. ow fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat e The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area I e The 7 gt and symbol will illuminate E e The Service Engine Soon C indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However e The engine power will be limited e The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braking effort to increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage 189 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember 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
164. ownward until the entire belt is pulled out e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode 85 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints After any vehicle collision the safety belt systems at all outboard seating positions except the driver position which does not have this feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt sy
165. power 68 Motorcraft parts 0 194 210 228 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus o Octane rating 0 eee 193 Oil see Engine oil 0 176 P Parking Drake ssrsriroisseress 117 Parts see Motorcraft parts 210 Power distribution box S FUSES o eceecccesessseceeeeseeees 141 Power door 10CKS sercrarircrerse 73 Power Point cceceesccceesseeeeeene 67 Power steering sinsssiraroiisia 118 fluid checking and adding 200 fluid refill capacity 0 00 211 fluid specifications 215 218 Power Windows c ccceeseeeeee 68 Preparing to drive your VENICE si secicsseisiet lenwetacsncantercsdesss 118 R RAdIO soramea 16 18 21 25 Relays ccsseniieesaveress davies ites 138 143 Remote entry system illuminated entry 0 0 76 locking unlocking doors 73 Roadside assistance 00 135 S Safety Belt Maintenance 92 Safety belts see Safety restraints sisssdeessesbssiesscenss 83 85 87 Safety defects reporting 166 Safety restraints 00000 83 87 belt minder ccc cece 89 extension assembly o on 92 for adults 2 c8c5e6elscsgadesvecestssaes 84 85 for Children sseressinrisrsen 97 98 lap DOIG assesses scatievicssssavsaseesessesaees 87 safety belt maintenance 92 warning light and chime 88 Safety seats for children 101 Seat belts see Safety rest
166. r e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located e The year and make of your vehicle e The date of vehicle purchase e The current odometer reading e The vehicle identification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S 159 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance In some states in the U S 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 In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or to the extent allowed by state law before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company in the U S and Ford of Canada in Canada It provides
167. r required RECREATIONAL TOWING ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle on a trip behind a motorhome Follow these guidelines if you have the need for recreational towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged 2WD vehicles with automatic transmissions e Place the transmission in N Neutral e Maximum speed is 56 km 85 mph e Maximum distance is 80 km 50 miles If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km 35 mph must be exceeded the drive shaft will have to be removed Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed installed only by a qualified technician See your local dealer for driveshaft removal installation Improper removal installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components 134 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of three years or 60 000 km 86 000 miles whichever occurs first on Ford and Mercury vehicles and four years or
168. raints 0 83 GAGS aanren iaeio 77 child safety seats 0 0000 101 Servicing your vehicle 173 Spare tire see Changing the Tire ccccccssccesssceeeeseeeeees 144 Spark plugs specifications 0000 210 218 Special notice ambulance conversions 6 diesel powered vehicles 6 utility type vehicles 0 00 6 Specification chart WIDTICANTS sirsiran 215 218 Speed Control cecceeeeeeeeeees 69 Starting your vehicle 113 115 jump starting oes 152 Steering wheel CUTS arrotua oine ences 64 T Temperature control see Climate control 51 53 Tilt steering wheel 00 64 WIPES ies ascetsassteasteeeeicstasesiesee 204 206 changing sccvciesaxsassetsieasse5e0s 144 145 replacing secncsgesicensceveaxs does 147 208 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus YOUAGING 326g chagriveacdeatedsdeoadeatates 207 snow tires and chains 209 tire STAGES cisscescssstcssccedecassgecnes 205 TEAM WEAI ai ssivetesssascssxayscassaa sense 205 TOWNE scesassecidevesscsdsacceasaacaantgerses 126 recreational towing 05 134 trailer towing yaocrsenacirer 126 WYECK ED pisarni e enean 157 Traction lok rear axle 118 Transmission serieus 119 fluid checking and adding aUtomatiG a icceactcezstsianetecases 201 fluid refill capacities 211 lubricant spec
169. rd built vehicles The vehicle identification number is attached to your vehicle in the following places e On the metal tag attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver s side 220 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications e On the certification label This label is required by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is made of special material If it is tampered with it will be destroyed or a destruction pattern will appear Certification label for incomplete vehicles On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles the certification label is affixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer of the completed vehicle In these cases the completed vehicle is manufactured in two or more stages by two or more separate manufacturers 221 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigorous engineering and safety
170. rd facing child seats the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle may be equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol O R 2 C e Five passenger crew van e Seven passenger wagon 110 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints KAn e Eight passenger wagon Ok Ok AOR nae e Twelve passenger wagon e Fifteen passenger wagon represents LATCH anchors ib represents tether strap anchors Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death 111 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the seat between the cushion and seat back i Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown gt If you install a child seat wit
171. red before each use Attaching safety seats with tether straps Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle When using forward facing child safety seats in vehicles with only two seating positions so the forward facing child safety seat cannot be placed in the rear of the vehicle move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible Do not use a forward facing safety seat or an infant seat in the last row of a 12 or 15 passenger Club Wagon 105 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back The tether can be attached directly a b to the rear of the front seat the front right hand passenger seat 2 Adjust the front right hand passenger seat full forward 3 Route the child safety seat tether a strap over the back of the front right hand passenger seat as shown ie o Front passenger seating position l 1 Position the child safety seat on E 106 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 4 Clip the tether strap hook to the seat pedestal to the location shown a aa e
172. replace the spare tire when you pA ad replace the other tires K When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle handling may be affected which can lead to loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type speed rating load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain Touring etc as originally offered by Ford 208 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to u
173. ressed e This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive e O D OFF lamp is illuminated e Provides engine braking e Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to O D Overdrive press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated e O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 121 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 2 Second This position allows for second gear only e Provides engine braking e Use to start up on slippery roads e To return to Overdrive move the gearshift lever into the Overdrive position e Selecting 2 Second at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed 1 First e Provides maximum engine braking e Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever e Will not downshift into 1 First at high speeds allows for 1 First when vehicle reaches slower speeds Forced downshifts e Allowed in Overdrive or Drive e Depress the accelerator to the floor e Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear Shift strategy 4R100 automatic transmission To account for customer driving habits and conditions your 4R100 automatic transmission electronically controls the
174. rn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate 54 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel rotate the dimmer control clockwise counterclockwise when the headlamp control is in the parking lamp or low beam position To turn on the interior lamps rotate the dimmer control fully counterclockwise A i The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician TURN SIGNAL CONTROL amp 9 gt e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus A lil vy 55 Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Cargo and dome lamps with rear head
175. roperly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position 97 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use Ford recommends using child safety seats equipped with LATCH attachments attached to LATCH anchors and tether anchors Some child seat manufacturers sell LATCH accessory belts that attach child seats that are not equipped with LATCH attachments onto LATCH anchors See Attaching safety seats with LATCH attachments for child seat anchors in this section for seating positions with LATCH anchors If you install a forward facing child safety seat using the vehicle safety belts e use only seats equipped with lap shoulder belts e forward facing child safety seats can be used in the center of the three passenger 2nd row bench seat only if a top tether strap is used e Ford recommends placing forward facing safety seats in the 2nd row and using top tether straps for added protection For more information on top tether straps see Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this section Any booster seat that places the vehicle s lap belt or shoulder belt around a shield above and ahead of the child
176. roughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes 191 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 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 Use the following guidelines to avoid static build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container e Place approved fuel container on the ground e DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle Gncluding the cargo area e Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling e DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops If the Service Eng
177. rovide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www ford com 158 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Customer Assistance In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD www ford ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www ford com In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD www ford ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Cente
178. rring to the zone SS SEE ae map AAR 2 Turn the ignition to the ON Ad Se position 7 3 3 12 3 Press and hold the SELECT control until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number 4 Press the SELECT control until the desired zone number appears The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines e Press and hold the SELECT control until CAL appears in the display approximately eight seconds and release 66 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls e Drive the vehicle slowly less than 5 km h 3 mph in circles until CAL indicator turns off in about 2 8 complete circles e The compass is now calibrated CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to cellular phones pagers p
179. ry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of four available before beginning this procedure 75 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Locks and Security To reprogram the remote entry transmitters 1 Ensure the vehicle is 3 i 5 electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 2 CG 3 Turn the key from the LOCK position to OFF 4 Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the OFF position and ON Note The eighth turn must end in the ON position 5 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 6 Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again 7 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 8 Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the OFF position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited IIluminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if e the ignition switch is turned to the RUN or ACC posit
180. s VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt SEEK gt N a a AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CDDJ VCP AUX VIDEO LAUDIO R To play a video game 1 Connect the video line from your game device to the VIDEO jack 2 Connect the left and right audio cables to the left L and right R audio jacks AUX INPUTS 3 Ensure that the system is in AUX mode The LCD screen will turn on and the AUX indicator will iluminate 4 If desired press the A t control and plug a 3 5mm headphone into the headphone jack With the headphones ON the rear speakers will not operate Your AutoVision System allows you to watch movie rentals and your favorite home videocassettes It also allows you to plug in and play a variety of standard video games Please review this user manual to become familiar with the AutoVision features and controls as well as the very important safety information Should you have any questions regarding your AutoVision System please feel free to call the toll free assistance hotline at 1 877 848 6434 Safety information 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 AutoVision System See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer 29 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Do not insert foreign objects into the videocassette player VCP tape cas
181. s air intake and severely damage your engine 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 Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage 123 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving EMERGENCY MANEUVERS e In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made remember to avoid over driving your vehicle i e turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control not more Additionally smooth variations of the accelerator and or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for Avoid abrupt steering acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel e In the event of an emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive ve
182. s rotate down to view and up into the housing to store when not in use Ensure that the screens are latched into the housing when being stored 1 6 4 diagonal color liquid crystal display LCD screen 2 Screen housing 3 Dimmer switch Rotate to increase decrease the brightness of the screen General operation e When the engine is not running use the system sparingly otherwise it will run the battery down e Do not leave the videocassette in the VCP overnight or for long periods of time e When the ignition is turned ON audio is through the headphones as LOW volume Press the control to increase volume To listen through the vehicle s speaker system press the speaker button a on the media control panel 41 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Inserting removing cassette Inserting cassette e Open the AutoVision console cover e Insert the videocassette into the cassette compartment Inserting a videocassette into the VCP automatically turns the power ON the indicator lamp will illuminate and the tape will begin playback If the vehicle is traveling over rough terrain it may be difficult to insert the cassette because the machine attempts to hold the cassette firmly to prevent vibration If this condition is encountered either press firmly or remove the cassette and insert it again The system will not allow a cassette to be inserte
183. se snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains e Use only SAE Class S chains e Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the chains If this does not work remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed Do not use tire chains on dry roads e The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains 209 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4 2L V6 4 6L V8 5 4L V8 6 8L V10 Comet Veen engiue ee engine Air filter FA 1634 FA 1634 FA 1634 FA 1634 emer fe a a Battery BXT 65 750 BXT 65 750 BXT 65 750 BXT 65 750 fom Pe eae AGS 200 Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers Battery BH 65DC BH 65DC BH 65DC BH 65DC auxiliary Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI d
184. sette compartment The front glass on the liquid crystal display may break when hit with a hard surface If the glass breaks do not touch the liquid crystalline material In case of contact with skin wash immediately with soap and water The driver must not attempt to operate any function of the floor console mounted VCP while the vehicle is in motion Give full attention to driving and to the road Pull off the road and park in a safe place before inserting or extracting video tapes from the VCP A remote control is included in the system to allow the rear seat occupants to operate the VCP functions without distracting the driver Be sure to review User Manuals for video games and video game equipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your AutoVision System Do not operate video games or video equipment if the power cords and or cables are broken split or damaged Carefully place cords and or cables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operation of seats and or compartments Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and or cables when not in use Avoid touching auxiliary input jacks with your fingers Do not blow on them or allow them to get wet or dirty Do not clean any part of the AutoVision system with benzene paint thinner or any other solvent Federal Communication Commission FCC Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln Mercury could void user s authority to
185. shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation If the shift quality does not improve within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation or if the downshifts and other throttle conditions do not function normally see your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement e If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement slow down but avoid severe brake application ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface 122 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving e It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly e It often may be less risky to strike small objects such as highway reflectors with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over Remember your safety and the safety of
186. side of the VCP most likely is dewed e When a dewed condition exists the dew sensor circuit stops machine operation ejects the cassette and the WAIT indicator illuminates The lamp will remain illuminated until the system is dry enough to operate safely Cleaning video heads Magnetic video heads convert the videocassette into pictures on the screen during playback Over a period of time particles rub off the tape and are left on the heads Using an old or poor quality tape together with dust and air particles high temperature and humidity cause dirty heads Dirty heads generally cause snowy pictures and in some severe cases blurred or interrupted pictures A variety of products are available at video stores to clean tape heads Use these products sparingly because some are abrasive to the video heads If normal head cleaning procedures do not resolve the problem have the system checked by a service technician Foreign substances Exercise care to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the VCP compartment Be especially careful not to spill liquids of any kind onto the media controls or into the videocassette player If liquid is accidentally spilled onto the system immediately turn the system OFF and consult a qualified service technician AutoVision system Features e 2 head hi fi playback e AutoPlay feature e Digital auto tracking e Dual stereo headphone with electric volume control e Self docking connection
187. sitioning booster Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 Ibs about 8 to 12 years old Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions e Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest e Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip 99 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are two types of belt positioning booster seats e Those that are backless If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head top of ear level above the top of the seat In this case move the back
188. splay Press TUNE to decrease lt q or increase gt the minutes 17 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems AM FM STEREO CASSETTE O PUSH ON DOT Sopo 1 Balance Press to shift sound to 7 the left right speakers BaL v 2 Fade Press to shift sound to the rear front speakers ee LV 3 CLK To set the hour press and hold CLK Then press SEEK to decrease A or increase gt the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease lt q or increase P the minutes 18 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 4 Tape AMS In tape mode press B and hold to activate Automatic Music Search allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection Then press REW for the beginning of the current selection or FF to advance to the next selection The tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs 5 Side 1 2 Press to change tape sme 1 2 direction 6 REW rewind Press to rewind CREW the tape FF fast forward Press to FF gt advance the tape 7 Memory preset buttons To set One a station Select frequency band OOOO AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 8 D0 Dolby
189. ssette or listen to any of the available media sources Once the headphone mode is activated the A symbol will appear in the radio display Press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front C ED es ED C Ce audio controls to disable the AutoVision controls They will remain disabled until the front seat passengers enable them again by simultaneously pressing the 3 and 5 preset controls The settings of the front seat controls will always override those of the rear seat controls 37 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Adjusting the volume This control allows the rear seat ees passengers to adjust the volume level of the audio system VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt lt SEEK gt Press the control to increase the L volume N a Q Press the control to decrease the volume AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CDDJ VCP AUX VIDEO LAUDIO R Oi From the AutoVision controls the speaker volume cannot be set higher than the current volume radio setting When in headphone mode the AutoVision controls can change the volume setting to any desired level Using headphones Personal Audio Feature The Personal Audio Feature allows VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt 4 SEEK gt the rear seat passengers to listen to CX D D one media source radio TAPE CD CDDJ VCP or AUX while the front seat passengers listen to another T
190. ssistance Auxiliary jacks for home use 1 VIDEO OUT Connect this terminal to the VIDEO IN terminal of your display LCD TV DC jack in Connect this jack to the DC source DC 12V AUDIO OUT LR Connect these terminal s to the AUDIO IN terminals of your display LCD TV bo ies 48 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems ae VIDEO IN Connect this terminal to the AUDIO OUT terminal of your other apparatus DVD game machine etc AUDIO IN LR Connect these terminal s to the AUDIO OUT terminals of your other apparatus DVD game machine etc 3 Plug headphones into these jacks Ww ng RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception e Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic 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 fr
191. stem The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front air bag supplemental restraint system SRS When the safety belt pretensioner deploys webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened The driver and front passenger seat belt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front air bags and safety belt pretensioners Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 86 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To adjust the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height adjuster up or down Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the center lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically The lap belt should fit snugly and
192. sure relief cap The cooling system is under pressure steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly 1 Before you begin turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir an opaque plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture see above to within the cold fill range or the cold full level on the reservoir If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system fill the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking Engine Coolant section If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 386 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If 187 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guid
193. t 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 13 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels RS X PUSH ON 14 Load Press to load a CD Press and hold to load up to six discs 15 Shuffle Press to play tracks and CDs in random order 16 Scan Press SCAN to move up the radio frequency band SCAN automatically finds a station plays it for five seconds then moves to the next station Press again to stop CD Press SCAN for a brief sampling of CD tracks Press again to stop 17 Disc tune Radio Press lt q or P to manually tune down or up the radio frequency band CD Press E to select the previous track or gt to select the next track on the CD Cr 27 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Quick Start How to get going VOLUME MEDIA MEM lt 4 SEEK gt O a a AM FM1 FM2 TAPE cD CDDJ VCP AUX VIDEO _L AUDIO R To operate the system 1 Your AutoVision system is automatically activated when the vehicle ignition and the audio system are ON 2 If a movie is desired insert a VHS cassette into the VCP and the video should start playing 3 Press the MEDIA control to toggle to any other desired media source 28 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment System
194. t the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted A 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 104 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and x pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secu
195. t wrench behind wheel covers or hubcaps and twist off 8 Loosen the wheel nut by pulling up on the handle of the lug nut wrench about one half turn counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the ground Replacing the tire 1 Assemble the jack handle sections together and lock into the jack Use the jack handle to slide the jack under the vehicle To lessen the risk of personal injury do not 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 2 Position the jack to raise the front or rear wheel e Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point 147 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Rear axle jacking points All models except E 450 and E 550 Rear axle jacking points E 450 and E 550 Front axle jacking points All models except E 550 e All models except E 550 Place the jack under the pin on the front surface of the front axle Do not place the jack under or on the steering linkage e Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench Replace the flat tire with the spare tire 148 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadsid
196. ted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability also the catalytic converter may become damaged Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off 152 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning b
197. the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular guidelines for breaking in your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage and 7 3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Data Recording Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as e the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers e information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle and e information related to engine throttle steering brake or other system status 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction Any of this information could potentially include inf
198. tion is in the OFF position 74 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Locks and Security Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters 83 feet A decrease in the operating range could be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle and e other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART 2 Remove the old battery 3 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery 4 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote ent
199. tion lap and shoulder belts The front outboard passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt 84 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically 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 safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull d
200. to a service facility 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Re start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS fg Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled 190 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications A Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel e Extinguish all smoking materials and
201. ts Fog lights Hitch mount bicycle carrier Inside mirror electrochromic with compass with and without temperature display Removable roof rack Running boards Aluminum and Platinum elliptical Speed control Tailgate table TracRac Trailer hitch Class ID Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Battery warmer Carpet floor mats Cleaners waxes and polishes Door edge guards Flat splash guards Front end covers full Hood deflector Rear step bumpers Side window air deflectors 223 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Accessories For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label Consult your dealer for specific weight information e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by
202. ur type of engine and rear axle ratio 2 Weigh your vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart TRAILER TOWING Refer to 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine towing information Your vehicle may tow a class I II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts 126 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Rear WATE Maximum Loaded Trailer axle frontal area of d Weight kg k 2 42 ratio Ibs trailer m ft E 150 Regular Van 6700 GVWR 4536 10000 2268 5000 5 52 60 5216 11500 2903 6400 5 52 60 5443 12000 3084 6800 5 52 60 E 150 Regular Van Crew 6700 GVWR 4536 10000 2178 4800 5 52 60 5216 11500 2812 6200 5 52 60 5443 12000 2994 6600 5 52 60 E 150 Regular Van Conversion 7000 GVWR 5216 11500 2858 6300 5 52 60 5443 12000 3039 6700 5 52 60 E 150 Regular Van 7 and 8 passenger 7000 GVWR 4536 10000
203. urrent driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy e Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel e Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e Slow down gradually e Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km h 65 mph e Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy e You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy e Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy e Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy e Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving 196 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post
204. ve if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked The following starting instructions are for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine if your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine refer to Starting the engine in the your Diesel owner guide supplement Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off e Make sure the parking brake is set 114 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park P RNO21 CE e eee e Turn the key to 4 ON without gt turning the key to 5 START L 4 SERVICE ENGINE SOON Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced e If the driver s safety belt is fastened the A light may not illuminate Starting the engine 1 Turn the key to 4 ON without lt turning the key to 5 START 4 N 2 Turn the key to 5 START then 3 x release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damag
205. vehicle comes equipped with a cargo organizer located on the floor of the cargo area e To open lift the cargo organizer up to the upright position pull the front panel away from the rear panel sliding it to the right until it locks To close press the release button slide the front panel towards the rear panel and fold down to the stowed position e To remove lift the cargo organizer up to the upright position unscrew the screw caps on each side of the organizer and remove This cargo organizer is not designed to restrain objects during a collision 72 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle In case of loss replacement keys are available from your dealer You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors Memory lock If you lock your doors with the power lock switch or the remote transmitter while the sliding door is open the door will automatically lock after it is closed Back cargo door lock if equipped The passenger side rear cargo door has a power door lock control mounted on the inside of the door When this lock is pressed all doors will lock unlock 73 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Locks and Security REM
206. vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technician It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty 193 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Many of the world s automakers
207. wheelbase gallons except E Super Duty 158 inch and 208 0L 55 0 176 inch gallons wheelbase E Super Duty E 550 208 0L 55 0 gallons 213 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity ee a Transmission Motorcraft Automatic 13 2L 13 9 quarts fluid MERCON V 4R70W ATF Motorcraft Automatic 16 1L 17 0 quarts MERCON ATF 4R100 except E 450 Automatic 16 7L 17 7 quarts 4R100 E 450 and E 550 Windshield Motorcraft Al 4 0L 4 2 quarts washer fluid Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle If your vehicle s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant it is considered lubricated for life These lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water Fill 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of 8 8 inch and 9 75 inch Traction Lok axles 3Fill Dana rear axles to 6 mm to 19 mm 1 4 inch to 3 4 inch below bottom of fill hole 4Visteon Traction Lok axles require 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modif
208. window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of L 100 km MPG expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions NOTE Vehicles over 8500 GVW Gross Vehicle Weight will not have fuel economy information printed on the EPA window sticker 197 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM tC Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecti
209. y battery ground cable Diesel engines Disconnect Secondary positive cable remains energized after disconnection Make sure the tool does not contact any ground surface 1 Disconnect the secondary positive cable from the primary battery terminal 2 Wrap the secondary positive cable with a non conductive material to insulate 183 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 3 Disconnect the primary battery ground cable 4 Disconnect the primary battery positive cable Connect Secondary positive cable remains energized after disconnection make sure the tool does not contact any ground surface 1 Reconnect the primary battery positive cable 2 Reconnect the primary battery ground cable 3 Unwrap the secondary positive cable and reconnect to the primary battery terminal ENGINE COOLANT E Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water 184 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications which equates to a freeze point of 36 C 34 F Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda B
210. y cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 ml 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 203 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications

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