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Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
Type A
Type B
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible 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.
Checking transmission fluid level for recreational flat tow
operation
Type A
Type B
Before recreational flat towing your vehicle, the transmission fluid level
may need to be set to a lower level. These guidelines are designed to
prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recreational flat tow,
your fluid level must be verified by an authorized dealer.
DO NOT ADD
ADD (CHECK HOT)
DO NOT ADD
ADD (CHECK HOT)
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This fluid level is within the normal operating fluid range and does not
require that you have your fluid level readjusted after recreational flat
tow operation.
See theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter for more information on
recreational flat towing.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug, located on
the lower, forward driver side of the
transmission, and inspect the fluid
level.
6. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at
the bottom of the opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection in this chapter.
AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer toMotorcraft
part numbersin this chapter.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered
the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask you dealer for details.
PremiumCare –Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!
ExtraCare –Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.
BaseCare –Covers 84 components.
PowertrainCare –Covers 29 critical components.
Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in
the U.S. and CanadaIt’s the only extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
•Factory-trained technicians.
•Genuine Ford and Motorcraft
Parts.
Rental car reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs,you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.
Transferable coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!
Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................100
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................102
Servicing your vehicle ..............290
Setting the clock .........................28
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............152
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................327, 331
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................328
Speed control ..............................74
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......211
Starting your
vehicle ........................208–209, 211
jump starting ..........................267
Steering wheel
controls ......................................77
tilting .........................................66
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................28
SYNC
..........................................45
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................66
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....188
Tires ...................................172–173
alignment ................................180
care ..........................................176
changing ..........................258, 260checking the pressure ............176
inflating ...................................174
label .........................................187
replacing ..................................178
rotating ....................................181
safety practices .......................180
sidewall information ...............182
snow tires and chains ............192
spare tire .........................256, 258
terminology .............................173
tire grades ...............................173
treadwear ........................172, 177
Towing .......................................201
recreational towing .................206
trailer towing ..........................201
wrecker ....................................273
Transmission
automatic operation ...............224
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....223
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................321
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .........................321, 325
fluid, refill capacities ..............328
lubricant specifications ..........328
manual operation ....................227
Trunk ...........................................88
Turn signal ..................................57
U
Universal garage door opener ....80
USB port ......................................38
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................332
Vehicle loading ..........................193
Ventilating your vehicle ...........212
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W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................294
Water, Driving through .............245
Windows
power .........................................71rear wiper/washer .....................66
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................65
checking and adding fluid .....294
liftgate reservoir .....................294
replacing wiper blades ...295–296
Wrecker towing .........................273
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