
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood.
3. Lift the hood.
General information
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness
and resale value. There is a large network of Ford authorized dealers who
are there to help you with their professional servi ...
Under hood overview
3.5L V6 engine
A. Engine coolant reservoir
B. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
C. Brake fluid reservoir
D. Battery
E. Power distribution box
F. Air filter assembly
G. Automatic transmission ...
Other materials:
Center console
Stow items in the cupholder carefully as items may become loose during
hard braking, acceleration or collisions, including hot drinks which may
spill.
Note: The appearance and features of the center console may be
different than shown based on your vehicle’s option level.
Available consol ...
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) - Diagnosis and Testing
Special Tool(s)
Diagnostic Theory
The shortest route to an accurate diagnosis results from:
system knowledge, including comparison with a known good system.
system history, including repair history and usage patterns.
condition history, especially any relationship to repairs or sudden
change ...
In-Vehicle Repair
Intake Manifold
Removal
With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional
information, refer to Section 100-02.
Loosen the 4 retainers and remove the underbody shield.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section 414-01.
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