2021 Ford Expedition Owner's Manual

2021 Ford Expedition owners manual
Year:
2021
Make:
Ford
Model:
Expedition
Rating:
(4)

Online manual

Size:
6.8 MB

Table of Contents

Table of contents
4
Copyright ©
2
Introduction
12
About This Manual
12
Symbols Glossary
12
Data Recording
14
Perchlorate
18
Ford Credit
18
Replacement Parts Recommendation
19
Special Notices
19
Mobile Communications Equipment
20
Export Unique Options
21
Environment
22
Protecting the Environment
22
At a Glance
23
Instrument Panel
23
Child Safety
25
General Information
25
Installing Child Restraints
27
Booster Seats
36
Child Restraint Positioning
38
Child Safety Locks
40
Seatbelts
42
Principle of Operation
42
Fastening the Seatbelts
43
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
47
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
48
Seatbelt Reminder
48
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
50
Seatbelt Extensions
50
Personal Safety System™
52
Personal Safety System™
52
Supplementary Restraints System
53
Principle of Operation
53
Driver and Passenger Airbags
54
Front Passenger Sensing System
55
Side Airbags
57
Safety Canopy™
58
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
59
Airbag Disposal
60
911 Assist
61
What Is 911 Assist
61
Emergency Call Requirements
61
Emergency Call Limitations
62
Keys and Remote Controls
63
General Information on Radio Frequencies
63
Remote Control
63
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
70
MyKey™
71
Principle of Operation
71
Creating a MyKey
72
Clearing All MyKeys
73
Checking MyKey System Status
73
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
74
MyKey – Troubleshooting
74
Doors and Locks
76
Locking and Unlocking
76
Keyless Entry
79
Liftgate
83
Manual Liftgate
83
Power Liftgate
84
Security
88
Passive Anti-Theft System
88
Anti-Theft Alarm
90
Power Running Boards
92
Using Power Running Boards
92
Steering Wheel
94
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column
94
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
94
Audio Control
95
Voice Control
96
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control
96
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise Control
96
Information Display Control
96
Heated Steering Wheel
96
Horn
97
Adjustable Pedals
98
Adjusting the Pedals
98
Wipers and Washers
99
Windshield Wipers
99
Autowipers
99
Windshield Washers
100
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
100
Lighting
101
General Information
101
Lighting Control
101
Autolamps
102
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
102
Headlamp Exit Delay
102
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
103
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
103
Front Fog Lamps
103
Direction Indicators
104
Interior Lamps
104
Ambient Lighting
105
Automatic High Beam Control
106
What Is Automatic High Beam Control
106
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off
106
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators
106
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control
106
Windows and Mirrors
108
Power Windows
108
Global Opening
108
Exterior Mirrors
109
Interior Mirror
110
Childminder Mirror
111
Sun Visors
111
Moonroof
112
Liftgate Window
112
Instrument Cluster
114
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4 Inch Information and Entertainment Display Screen
114
Gauges - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display Screen
116
Warning Lamps and Indicators
118
Audible Warnings and Indicators
121
Information Displays
122
General Information
122
General Information
126
Information Messages
132
Climate Control
149
Manual Climate Control
149
Automatic Climate Control
151
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control
153
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control
154
Rear Passenger Climate Controls - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control
155
Rear Passenger Climate Controls - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control
156
Heated Rear Window
157
Heated Exterior Mirrors
158
Remote Start
158
Interior Air Quality
159
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
159
Locating the Cabin Air Filter
159
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
159
Seats
160
Sitting in the Correct Position
160
Head Restraints
160
Manual Seats
164
Power Seats
164
Memory Function
167
Rear Seats
168
Climate Controlled Seats
173
Rear Occupant Alert System
175
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
175
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
175
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
175
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
175
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off - Vehicles With: SYNC
175
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
176
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators - Vehicles With: SYNC
176
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
176
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
176
Garage Door Opener
177
Universal Garage Door Opener
177
Power Outlet
181
What Is the Power Outlet
181
Power Outlet Precautions
181
Locating the Power Outlet
181
Power Outlet
182
What Is the Power Outlet
182
Power Outlet Precautions
182
Locating the Power Outlet
182
Power Outlet Indicators
182
Wireless Accessory Charger
183
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
183
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
183
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
183
Charging a Wireless Device
183
Storage Compartments
185
Center Console
185
Overhead Console
185
Starting and Stopping the Engine
186
General Information
186
Ignition Switch
186
Keyless Starting
186
Starting a Gasoline Engine
187
Engine Block Heater
190
Unique Driving Characteristics
192
Auto-Start-Stop
192
Fuel and Refueling
195
Safety Precautions
195
Fuel Quality
195
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
196
Running Out of Fuel
196
Refueling
198
Fuel Consumption
200
Engine Emission Control
202
Emission Law
202
Catalytic Converter
203
Transmission
206
Automatic Transmission
206
Four-Wheel Drive
213
Using Four-Wheel Drive
213
Rear Axle
221
Limited Slip Differential
221
Brakes
222
General Information
222
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
222
Electric Parking Brake
223
Hill Start Assist
224
Traction Control
226
Principle of Operation
226
Using Traction Control
226
Stability Control
227
Principle of Operation
227
Using Stability Control
228
Hill Descent Control
230
Principle of Operation
230
Using Hill Descent Control
230
Parking Aids
231
Principle of Operation
231
Rear Parking Aid
232
Front Parking Aid
233
Side Sensing System
235
Active Park Assist
236
Rear View Camera
243
360 Degree Camera
246
Cruise Control
249
What Is Cruise Control
249
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
249
Setting the Cruise Control Speed
249
Canceling the Set Speed
250
Resuming the Set Speed
250
Cruise Control Indicators
250
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
250
Driving Aids
257
Driver Alert
257
Lane Keeping System
258
Blind Spot Information System
262
Cross Traffic Alert
266
Steering
269
Pre-Collision Assist
270
Drive Control
274
Load Carrying
278
Rear Under Floor Storage
278
Cargo Nets
280
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
281
Load Limit
282
Towing
288
Towing a Trailer
288
Trailer Reversing Aids
289
Trailer Sway Control
298
Recommended Towing Weights
299
Essential Towing Checks
302
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
309
Driving Hints
312
Reduced Engine Performance
312
Economical Driving
312
Breaking-In
313
Driving Through Water
313
Floor Mats
313
Roadside Emergencies
315
Roadside Assistance
315
Hazard Flashers
316
Fuel Shutoff
316
Jump Starting the Vehicle
317
Post-Crash Alert System
319
Transporting the Vehicle
319
Towing Points
320
Customer Assistance
321
Getting the Services You Need
321
In California (U.S. Only)
322
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
323
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
324
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
324
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
326
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
326
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
326
Fuses
328
Fuse Box Locations
328
Fuse Specification Chart
328
Changing a Fuse
336
Maintenance
338
General Information
338
Opening and Closing the Hood
338
Under Hood Overview
339
Engine Oil Dipstick
340
Engine Oil Check
340
Oil Change Indicator Reset
341
Changing the Engine Air Filter
342
Engine Coolant Check
342
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
346
Transfer Case Fluid Check
347
Brake Fluid Check
347
Power Steering Fluid Check
348
Changing the 12V Battery
348
Adjusting the Headlamps
350
Washer Fluid Check
351
Fuel Filter
352
Checking the Wiper Blades
352
Changing the Wiper Blades
352
Removing a Headlamp
353
Changing a Bulb
353
Vehicle Care
356
General Information
356
Cleaning Products
356
Cleaning the Exterior
357
Waxing
358
Cleaning the Engine
358
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
359
Cleaning the Interior
359
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
360
Cleaning Leather Seats
360
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
361
Cleaning the Wheels
361
Vehicle Storage
361
Body Styling Kits
363
Wheels and Tires
364
General Information
364
Tire Care
366
Using Snow Chains
380
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
381
Changing a Road Wheel
385
Technical Specifications
391
Capacities and Specifications
393
Engine Specifications
393
Motorcraft Parts
393
Vehicle Identification Number
395
Capacities and Specifications
395
Bulb Specification Chart
404
Connected Vehicle
406
Connected Vehicle Requirements
406
Connected Vehicle Limitations
406
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
406
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
406
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Modem
407
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
408
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
410
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
410
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
410
Audio System
411
General Information
411
Audio Unit - Vehicles Without: Touchscreen Display
411
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Touchscreen Display
414
Digital Radio
415
Satellite Radio
418
USB Port
420
SYNC™
422
General Information
422
Using Voice Recognition
423
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
425
SYNC™ Applications and Services
426
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
428
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
428
SYNC™ 3
437
General Information
437
Using Voice Recognition
439
Entertainment
446
Climate
456
Phone
458
Navigation
460
Apps
465
Settings
468
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
470
Accessories
483
Accessories
483
Ford Protect
484
Ford Protect
484
Scheduled Maintenance
486
General Maintenance Information
486
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
489
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
492
Customer Information
495
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
495
Appendices
531
Electromagnetic Compatibility
531
End User License Agreement
534
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
559
Index
560

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