Vehicle Preparation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Carry out all of the safety steps required to start and run the vehicle tests. Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector lever firmly into the PARK position and block the drive wheels.
Turn off all electrical loads, such as radios, lights, A/C, blower and fans.
Start the engine and bring it up to normal operating temperature.