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Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you
and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may
be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back
out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
(if possible) and proceed slowly. If
the ignition system gets wet, the
vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As
when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of
the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,
their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary.
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should
be replaced.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts
and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an
imbalance that could damage drive components.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational
program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations
and responsibilities in our nation’s
wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
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BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Check fluid levels with the ignition
in the RUN position. Fluid levels
between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines
are within the normal operating
range; there is no need to add fluid.
If the fluid levels are outside of the
normal operating range the
performance of your brake system could be compromised; seek service
from your authorized dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking electronically controlled continuously variable
transmission (eCVT)
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationchapter for
scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does
not consume fluid. It is designed to be filled for life. However, the fluid
level should be checked if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic
during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before
checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
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6. Be sure the engine has been stopped for at least 3 minutes before
performing the fluid level check.
7. The fluid level should be within
1/4 inch (6 mm) of the plug threads.
8. Replace the check plug.
Adjusting eCVT fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is indicated in theMaintenance product specifications and
capacities section in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved fluid may cause internal transmission
component damage.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid through the check port until the level is
correct and fluid begins to run out of the transmission. If an overfill
occurs, excess fluid should be removed by allowing the fluid to run out
of the check port.
A serious overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause
damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................68
AdvanceTrac ..............................206
Air cleaner filter ...............301–303
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ..........................43
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................132, 141, 144
and child safety seats ............134
description ..............132, 141, 144
disposal ....................................147
driver airbag ............134, 142, 145
indicator light .........141, 143, 146
operation .................134, 142, 145
passenger airbag .....134, 142, 145
side airbag ...............................141
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................217
Ambient mood/lighting ...............54
Ambulance packages ..................15
AM/FM .........................................25
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................203–204
Anti-theft system ......................103
Audio system (see Radio) .........25
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................298
fluid, checking ........................298
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................213
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
fluid, specification ..................304
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary power point .................65Axle
lubricant specifications ..........304
refill capacities ........................304
B
Battery .......................................278
acid, treating emergencies .....278
jumping a disabled battery ....248
maintenance-free ....................278
replacement, specifications ...303
servicing ..................................278
Belt-Minder.............................127
Booster seats .............................160
Brakes ........................................203
anti-lock ...........................203–204
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................204
fluid, checking and adding ....298
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
fluid, specifications .................304
lubricant specifications ..........304
parking ....................................205
shift interlock ..........................212
Bulbs ............................................54
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....304
Cargo area shade ........................86
CD ................................................25
Cell phone use ............................15
Child safety seats ......................152
attaching with tether straps ..157
in front seat ............................152
in rear seat ..............................152
LATCH .....................................155
recommendations ...................149
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................160
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............265
instrument panel ....................267
interior .....................................267
plastic parts ............................266
washing ....................................263
waxing .....................................264
wheels ......................................264
wiper blades ............................266
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............43
Clock ............................................25
Compass, electronic ....................62
calibration .................................63
set zone adjustment .................62
Console ........................................64
Controls
power seat ...............................110
steering column ........................73
Coolant
checking and adding ......280–282
refill capacities ................285, 304
specifications ..........................304
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................70
Customer Assistance ................224
Ford Extended Service Plan...259
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............260
Getting roadside assistance ...224
Getting the service you
need .........................................255
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................261
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................259D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................50
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................298
engine oil .................................275
Driving under special
conditions ..................214, 218, 221
sand .........................................219
snow and ice ...........................222
through water .................220, 223
E
Electronic message center .........77
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................248
running out of fuel .........247, 290
Emission control system ..........295
Engine ........................................307
cleaning ...................................265
idle speed control ...................278
lubrication specifications .......304
refill capacities ........................304
service points ..................272–273
Engine block heater .................201
Engine oil ..................................275
checking and adding ..............275
dipstick ....................................275
filter, specifications ........277, 303
recommendations ...................277
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..........................304
Event data recording ..................14
Exhaust fumes ..........................201
F
Fluid capacities .........................304
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................55
daytime running light ...............50
fog lamps ...................................49
headlamps .................................48
headlamps, flash to pass ..........50
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps ...............52–53, 55
replacing bulbs .........................56
LATCH anchors .........................155
Liftgate ..................................85, 98
Lights, warning and indicator ....18
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........204
Load limits .................................186
Loading instructions .................192
Locks
autolock ...............................92, 94
childproof ..................................96
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........304
Lug nuts ....................................246
Luggage rack ...............................87
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................304
lubricant specifications ..........304
Message center ...........................77
english/metric button ...............81
system check button ................80
warning messages .....................82
Mirrors ...................................68–69
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................68fold away ...................................70
heated ........................................70
side view mirrors (power) .......69
Moon roof ....................................75
Motorcraft parts ........269, 286, 303
N
Navigation system .......................42
O
Octane rating ............................289
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................275
P
Parking brake ............................205
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....303
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................119
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................232
Power door locks ........................92
Power mirrors .............................69
Power point .................................65
Power steering ..........................210
Power Windows ...........................67
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................211
R
Radio ............................................25
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................149
Relays ........................................228
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Tires ...................................166–168
alignment ................................175
care ..........................................171
changing ..........................239, 241
checking the pressure ............171
inflating ...................................169
label .........................................181
replacing ..................................172
rotating ....................................175
safety practices .......................174
sidewall information ...............176
snow tires and chains ............186
spare tire .........................236, 239
terminology .............................168
tire grades ...............................167
treadwear ........................167, 171
Towing .......................................193
recreational towing .................197
trailer towing ..........................193
wrecker ....................................253
Transmission .............................212
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....212
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................298
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
lubricant specifications ..........304
Turn signal ..................................52U
USB port ......................................35
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................308
Vehicle loading ..........................186
Ventilating your vehicle ...........201
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......18
Washer fluid ..............................273
Water, Driving through .............223
Windows
power .........................................67
rear wiper/washer .....................61
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................60
checking and adding fluid .....273
liftgate reservoir .....................273
replacing wiper blades ...274–275
Wrecker towing .........................253
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