Ford 2003 Excursion Owner's Manual

10 Gauges 13 Entertainment Systems 17 AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 17 AM/FM stereo with CD 21 Rear seat controls 24 Rear seat entertainment system 24 Climate Controls 40 Manual heating and air conditioning 40 Electronic automatic temperature control 41 Rear window defroster 44 Lights 45 Headlamps 45 Turn signal control 47 Bulb replacement 49 Driver Controls 54 Windshield wiper/washer control 54 Power windows 58 Mirrors 59 Speed control 61 Message center 65 Table of Contents 1 ...

75 Keys 75 Locks 75 Anti-theft system 77 Seating and Safety Restraints 86 Seating 86 Safety restraints 98 Air bags 109 Child restraints 113 Driving 124 Starting 124 Brakes 128 Transmission operation 131 Trailer towing 149 Roadside Emergencies 154 Getting roadside assistance 154 Hazard flasher switch 155 Fuel pump shut-off switch 155 Fuses and relays 156 Changing tires 161 Jump starting 166 Wrecker towing 172 Customer Assistance 174 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 182 Table of Contents 2 ...

189 Engine compartment 191 Engine oil 192 Battery 195 Fuel information 203 Air filter(s) 217 Part numbers 222 Refill capacities 222 Lubricant specifications 225 Accessories 231 Index 235 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 Table of Contents 3 ...

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 t ...

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. Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste ...

The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers, • information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle speed. This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event. This stored information may be read ou ...

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 passenger 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. Be sure ...

Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Defrost/Demist Rear Window Defrost/Demist Introduction 8 ...

Power Windows Front/Rear Power Window Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning Introduction 9 ...

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: If this light illuminates while driving, it is a possible indication that one of the engine’s emission control systems has failed. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properl ...

confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will 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 dangerou ...

level in the fuel tank is at, or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated. Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (if equipped): The ON light on the end of the gearshift lever illuminates when the Tow/Haul feature has been selected. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive fun ...

left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. 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. 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 Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Instrument Cluster 13 ...

gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, 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. 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. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachomete ...

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. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). Transmission fluid temperature gauge: If the gauge is in the: White area (normal) - the transmission fluid is within the normal operating temperature (between “H ...

transmission fluid is higher than normal operating temperature. This can be caused by special operation conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenance guide for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage. Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range. Red area (over temperature) — the transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to ...

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. SCAN Entertainment Systems 17 ...

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 (if 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 SEEK to decrease hours or SEEK to inc ...

SEL / to shift sound to the left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL / to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 11. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band 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. 13. Compression (CD): Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. 14. Dolby noise reduction: Works in tape mode only. Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. 15. Side 1–2: Works in tape mode only. Press to play reverse side of the ta ...

Treble, Balance and Fade controls. 19. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the treble output. 20. Tune: Works in radio mode only. Press TUNE / to change frequency down/up. 21. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, selection or track. 22. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. SEL SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Entertainment Systems 20 ...