Ford 2003 Expedition Quick Reference Manual

April 2003
Third Printing
Quick Reference

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Expedition

Litho in U.S.A.

Fuel Tank Capacity– Your vehicle’s fuel tank can accommodate 28 gallons of gasoline. Your

vehicle is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating
of 87 for optimum performance. The use of gasoline with lower octane ratings may
degrade performance.

Tire Pressure– Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the

recommended specifications found on the Certification Label located on the front door
latch pillar on the driver’s side. Please check your tire pressure during routine maintenance
and seasonal changes. Warning: Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and
can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control.

Fuses– If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. For

more information about changing a fuse, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch – After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the

fuel pump shut-off switch may have to be reset. The switch is located in the left rear
quarter trim panel, near the liftgate. For complete details on resetting the switch, please
consult your Owner’s Guide.

Changing the Tires– If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.

Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to
a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be
used as a spare or a regular tire.

Location of the Spare Tire and Tools

Item Location

Spare Tire Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper

Jack Tools and Under the access panel, located in the floor
Jacking Instructions compartment behind the third row seat

Roadside Emergencies– To fully assist if you should 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: 24 hours, seven days a
week for the Basic Warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.)
of three years or 36,000 miles. Roadside assistance will cover:

Changing a flat tire Jump-starts Limited fuel delivery
Lockout assistance Towing of your vehicle

Roadside Assistance Centers

Country Phone Number

United States [phone]

Canada [phone]

For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, see the Roadside Emergencies
section, or the Customer Assistance section in your Owner’s Guide.

(if equipped)

For information on other types of radios,
please refer to your Owner’s Guide.

Scan Function–In radio mode, press

to hear a sampling of all listenable
stations. In CD mode, press to hear a
brief sampling of all selections on the
current CD.

Shuffle Function– Press to engage the

desired shuffle mode. SHUFFLE DISC
randomly plays tracks from all CDs;
SHUFFLE TRK plays all selections from
the current CD in random order.

Loading CD– Press to open the CD door,

then load a CD into the player. Press
LOAD and then a preset number to
select a slot. Press and hold LOAD to
activate autoload.

Volume/Power Control – Press the

control to turn the audio system on or
off. Turn the control to raise or lower
volume. The speed sensitive volume
feature automatically adjusts radio
volume in accordance with vehicle speed
to compensate for road and wind noise.
To engage, press and hold the volume
control for five seconds (with the radio
on), then simultaneously press SEL to
choose the compensation level.

AM/FM and CD Select – In radio mode,

press AM/FM to select AM or FM
frequency bands. In CD mode, press
AM/FM to stop play and begin radio play.
To begin CD play while in radio mode,
press the CD control.

Disc/Tune Adjust– In radio mode, press to

move to the next frequency up or down
the band. In CD mode, press to select a
disc in the CD player.

Digital Signal Processing– Press DSP and

then SEL to choose the desired signal
mode (DSP OFF, NEWS, JAZZ CLUB, HALL,
CHURCH, STADIUM).

Seek Function– In radio mode, press to

move to the next listenable station up or
down the band. In CD mode, press to
select the next/previous track on the
current disc.

Setting the Clock– Press MENU until

SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is
displayed. Press SEL to set the time. Press
MENU again to disengage the clock mode.

Setting Memory Preset Stations– Select

AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then select a
station. Next, press and hold a numbered
control until the sound returns.

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To open the liftgate glass, push the button
(figure a) under the center of the license plate
lamp shield.

To open the liftgate, place your hand on top of
the liftgate handle (figure b) and pull. Do not
pull the handle from the bottom. To close, make
certain the rear window is closed, and then push
the liftgate closed until it latches securely.

Do not open the liftgate or liftgate glass in a
garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling.

You can also unlock/lock the liftgate and liftgate
glass using your remote entry system.

Folding the Outboard
Seats to a Load Floor Position

To fold the seats to a load floor position, lift
the lever (lever 1) located on the outboard
side of the seat to release the seat back.
Ensure that the seat back is locked in the
down position by applying pressure to it. To
lower the seat further to the full-lowered
position for maximum cargo capacity, locate
the pull strap at the front of the seat, then
pull forward to release the seat into a
kneel-down load floor position. A moderate
force may be required to move the seat
forward and down.

Exiting the Third Row Seat

Pull up on the lever (lever 2) located at the
back of the second row seat. First, the seat
back will fold forward to the cushion, then

the seat will flip forward.

To return the seat to the upright position,

push the seat down and back until it is

latched to the floor. Then, lift the seat back

to the upright position.

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Folding the 20% Middle Seat (if equipped)

to a Load Floor Position

To fold the seat, pull the release strap
located between the seat cushion and the seat
back to release the folding seat latch. With the

latch released, the seat back can be lowered into

the load floor position.

Before folding the second row seats, ensure that the head restraints are fully lowered
and that all items have been removed from in front of and on the seats.

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Entering the Third Row Seat

Pull up on the lever (lever1) located on the side
of either outboard second row seat until the
seat back folds forward to the cushion. Pull up
on the lever (lever 2) located on the back of the
seat. The seat will then flip forward.

lever 1

pull strap

release

strap

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Returning the Seats to the Upright Position from the
Full-Lowered Floor Position

The seat back cannot be returned to the upright position
until the seat is returned from the kneel-down position.
To return the seat to the upright position, lift and pull the
seat rearward until the latch is engaged. Do not attempt

to unlatch the rear floor hooks while the seat is in the

kneel-down position.

With the seat in the flat back position, lift up on the
lever (lever 1) located on the side of the seat
cushion. This will allow the seat back to be lifted to

the upright locked position.

lever 1

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lever 2

Ford Motor Company

Customer Relationship Center

16800 Executive Plaza Drive

P.O. Box 6248

Dearborn, MI 48121

1-800-392-3673 (FORD)

(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)

This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner’s
Guide which contains more detailed information concerning the features of
your vehicle, as well as important safety warnings designed to help reduce
the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Please read your entire Owner’s
Guide carefully as you begin learning about your new vehicle and refer to
the appropriate sections when questions arise.

All information contained on this Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the
time of duplication. We reserve the right to change features, operation
and/or functionality of any vehicle specification at any time. Your Ford dealer
is the best source for the most current information.

For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE CD WITH ADHESIVE LABEL*

*CDs with adhesive labels and irregularly shaped CDs may get stuck in the CD player. Homemade

CDs should be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels.

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*Refer to the minimum
configuration requirements located
on the back panel of the CD jacket.

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Service Engine Soon Lamp

Illuminates briefly to ensure the

system is functional. If the light
comes on after the engine is
started, refer to your Owner’s Guide.

To help prevent activation, always secure
your fuel cap by turning it clockwise 1/8 of a
turn until it stops.

Please note that if the fuel cap is not properly
secured, the warning "Check Fuel Cap" will be
displayed on the optional message center. The
warning will be reset once the cap is properly
tightened and your vehicle is driven a short
distance. If your vehicle is not equipped with a
message center, the Service Engine Soon Lamp
will illuminate.

ABS Warning Lamp

Illuminates briefly when the ignition

is turned to the ON position. In an
emergency, apply continuous force

on the brake to prevent wheel lock

when braking on slippery surfaces - do
notpump your brakes. Any pulsation or noise
you may feel or hear is normal.

Hazard Flasher Control

Press to activate all hazard flashers
simultaneously in an emergency to warn traffic
of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc.
Press the control again to turn the flashers off.
The hazard flashers can be operated when the
ignition is off.

Message Center (if equipped)

Please see Additional Features for more details.

Air Flow Adjust

You can direct or shut off the air flow from the
instrument panel registers. Turn the satin steel
portion on the round register module clockwise
to eliminate air, or counterclockwise to open
the air vents. Push and move the vent knob in
the direction you wish to adjust the airflow.

Audiophile In-Dash Six-CD Radio

(if equipped)

Please see reverse side for more details.

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Turn Signal &

Wiper/Washer

Control

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Service Engine
Soon Lamp

ABS
Warning
Lamp

Audiophile
In-Dash Six-CD
Radio

(if equipped)

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Gearshift/Overdrive
Control

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Control-Trac
Four-Wheel
Drive Control

(if equipped)

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Speed
Control

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Steering
Wheel Controls

(if equipped)

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Hazard
Flasher
Control

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Hood

Release

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Rear Window

Defroster

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Rear Window Defroster

Press to activate rear window defrost. The
rear defrost indicator will illuminate. When
in operation, the rear window defroster
also defrosts the side view mirrors. The rear
window defroster will automatically turn
off after approximately 10 minutes of
operation. Press the control again to
re-engage if needed.

Control-Trac Four-Wheel Drive Control

(if equipped)

2H (2WD HIGH) delivers power

to the rear wheels only, and
is the optimum position for
smoothness and fuel
economy. A4WD (4X4 AUTO)

automatically delivers power
to all four wheels, as required, for
increased traction. 4H (4X4 HIGH) provides
mechanically locked four-wheel drive power
to all four wheels. 4L (4X4 LOW) provides
mechanically locked four-wheel drive when
extra power at reduced speeds is required.

To shift from 2H to A4WD or 4H, move the
control at any forward speed up to 55 mph.
To shift from A4WD to 4H, move the control
at a stop or while driving at any speed. To
shift to or from 4L, bring the vehicle to a stop
and keep the brake pedal depressed. Next,
place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and then
move the control to 4L.

When shifting from one four-wheel drive
position to the next, a mechanical noise may
be heard. This is normal and no service
should be required.

Gearshift/Overdrive Control

Overdrive is the normal drive position for
the best fuel economy. Only deactivate
(OFF) overdrive when: driving
with a heavy load, towing a
trailer up or down steep
hills, or when additional
engine braking is desired.
To deactivate, press the
switch located on the
end of the gearshift lever.

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AdvanceTrac

TM

System(if equipped)

This system provides a stability

and traction enhancement
feature by detecting and
controlling wheel spin. The

system defaults to on, however,

the system does not function when
the vehicle is traveling in R (Reverse), or if
equipped with four-wheel drive, in 4L. If
you should become stuck, try switching the
system off by pressing the button on the
center console.

Keyless Entry System

With this control you can lock or unlock
all doors without using a key. First, enter
your five-digit program code and then
press the corresponding quick key:

Unlock all doors = 3-4
Lock all doors = 7-8 and 9-0
simultaneously

Climate Controlled Seats(if equipped)

Push the left portion of the control to
heat the seat back and the seat cushion. A
red light will illuminate when the system
is engaged. Push again to disengage. Push
the right portion to cool the seat back
and the seat cushion. A blue light will
illuminate when the system is engaged.
Push again to disengage. When in the
heat or cool mode, rotate the
thumbwheel to select the desired level
from 0 (OFF) to 5 (MAX). If in the cool
mode and setting 1 is selected, the seat(s)
will provide vent cooling only (the same
temperature as cabin air).

Once the feature is activated, please
allow five minutes for the temperature
level to stabilize. Some initial blower noise
should be expected at the beginning of
the cool cycle.

The climate control seats turn off after
approximately 15 minutes in heat mode and
approximately 30 minutes in the cool mode
to minimize unintended drain on the
vehicle’s power supply.

The climate control seat system includes an
air filter that has to be replaced periodically.
For more information, please consult your
Owner’s Guide.

Message Center (if equipped)

The message center
displays important

vehicle information
through a constant monitor of vehicle systems
(with the ignition in the ON position). The
system will notify you of potential vehicle
problems with a display of system warnings
followed by a long indicator chime. You may
select display features on the message center
by pressing the Info or Setup buttons. The
Reset button may be used to reset select
functions in the Info and Setup menus.

For complete details on the message center
display features, please refer to your
Owner’s Guide.

Reverse Sensing System (if equipped)

This sonar and radar system sounds a tone to
warn the driver if an obstacle is detected
within approximately 20 feet behind the rear
bumper while the vehicle moves in reverse at
speeds less than 6 mph. RSS defaults to ON,
but can be disabled using the message center
functions when the ignition is ON, and the
gearshift is in R (Reverse).

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (if equipped)

Using radio-frequency pressure sensors, this
system monitors tire pressure on all tires
including the spare, and provides the driver
with a warning message when pressure is
severely low or high. If alerted, the system can
be reset using the message center functions.

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Power Adjustable
Foot Pedals

In order to help you fully appreciate the countless features of
your new Expedition, we invite you toexplore this easy-to-use
Quick Reference Guide. Using this Guide in conjunction with the
Interactive Owner Experience CD Rom, you can briefly hear how
to operate the features listed tothe right once you place the CD
into any audio CD player.Find the numbered call-outs from the
photograph of the instrument panel located in the center of the
Quick Reference Guide, and then select the corresponding
numbered audio track on the CD. For more comprehensive
information, place the CD into any computer,* or consult your
Owner’s Guide.

This vehicle handles differently from an
ordinary passenger car in driving
conditions which may occur on streets

and highways and off-road. DRIVE
WITHCARE AND WEAR A SAFETY BELT ATALL TIMES. Ford urges
you to read the Owners’ Guide and Driving Your SUV or Truck
Supplement for further information on safe driving precautions
and instructions.

Message
Center

(if equipped)

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Headlamp
and Panel

Dimmer Control

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Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Control

Rotate clockwise one

position from off to
turn on the parking
lamps. Rotate two

positions to also turn
on the headlamps. Rotate counterclockwise
to activate autolamp, which provides light­sensitive automatic on-off control of the
exterior lights and keeps them on for a short
period of time after the ignition is turned
OFF. When the control is in any position
except high beams or off, pull the control
toward you to activate the foglamps.

Turn Signal & Wiper/Washer Control

Push down
to activate
the left
turn signal,
or up to activate the right turn signal. On
Eddie Bauer vehicles, the lower portion of
the corresponding side view mirror will blink
to provide an additional warning to other
drivers that your vehicle is about to turn.

For front-wiper operation, rotate the ring
on the left to the desired interval, low- or
high-speed position. When in the
intermittent position, rotate the control up
for fast and down for slow intervals. The
speed-sensitive feature also allows the wipers
to adjust automatically as the vehicle’s speed
changes when the wiper control is set on the
intermittent settings. Push the end of the
stalk briefly for a single wipe (no wash).
Push and hold to activate the washer.

The ring on the right operates the rear­window wiper. Rotate the control to INT 2
(slow interval), INT 1 (fast interval), or
washer position.

For extended wiper blade quality, occasional
cleaning of the wiper blades is required.

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Note:The transmission shift strategy will

slightly delay transmission upshift in cold
weather to decrease the time required to
warm up the engine and produce heat in
the passenger compartment.

Steering Wheel Controls (if equipped)

For audio control operation, press the
control with the musical note to select
which media to play. Depending on the
mode, press MEM to select a preset station,
the next selection on a tape, or the next
track on a disc. Use VOL to adjust volume.
For climate control operation, press TMP up
or down to adjust temperature. Press the
control with the fan icon up or down to
adjust fan speed.

Speed Control

To operate, the speed control
must be ON and the vehicle

speed must be greater than
30 mph. To set a speed,

press SET +. To set a higher
speed, press SET + again.

To set a lower speed,
press CST -. Pressing RES
will return to a previously

set speed. To turn the

speed control off, press
the OFF button, or depress the brake
pedal to disengage.

Power Adjustable Foot Pedals

Press and hold the rocker control
to adjust the accelerator and
brake pedal toward you or away
from you. Adjust the pedals
only when the vehicle is stopped

and the gearshift lever is in the

P (Park) position.

Hood Release

Pull the hood release handle toward you.
Next, release the auxiliary latch located
under the front center of the hood. Lift the
hood until the lift cylinders hold it open.

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Air Flow
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