Maintenance and Specifications 270
Engine compartment 272
Engine oil 275
Battery 278
Engine Coolant and Motor/Electronics Coolant 280
Fuel information 286
Air filter(s) 301
Part numbers 303
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 304
Engine data 307
Accessories 310
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 312
Normal scheduled maintenance and log 317
Special operating conditions and log 322
Index 328
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Service Engine SoonEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
full mark on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until it is seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
durability performance meeting all requirements for your
vehicle’s engine.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed inscheduled maintenance information.
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If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING:Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING:The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear
a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap”
fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.
WARNING:Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a
cancer-causing agent.
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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
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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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Foglamps .....................................49
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................217
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................211
Fuel ............................................286
calculating fuel economy..78, 292
cap ...........................................288
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........289
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................295
detergent in fuel .....................290
filler funnel .............................290
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................286, 288, 292
filter, specifications ........286, 303
fuel pump/high voltage
shut-off switches ....................226
improving fuel economy ........292
octane rating ...................289, 307
quality ......................................290
running out of fuel .........247, 290
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................286
Fuses ..................................228–229
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............288
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................292
Gauges .........................................23
H
Hazard flashers .........................226
Head restraints .........................113
Headlamps ...................................48
aiming ........................................51bulb specifications ....................55
daytime running lights .............50
flash to pass ..............................50
high beam .................................50
replacing bulbs .........................56
turning on and off ....................48
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................43
Hood ..........................................272
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Ignition ...............................198, 307
Illuminated visor mirror .............62
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................152
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................297
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................267
cluster ........................................18
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................51
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......248
K
Keyless entry system ...............101
autolock ...............................92, 94
keypad .....................................102
locking and unlocking doors ..103
programming entry code .......102
Keys .....................................90, 104
positions of the ignition .........198
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