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Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100)
Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A)
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (U.S. only)
(ZC-32-A)
Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14)
Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28)
Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23)
Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A)
Cleaning
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
•Use thescheduled maintenance informationto track routine
service.
•Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications.
•Your authorized dealer can provide parts and service.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes)
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
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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•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
5. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put the
cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance product specifications
and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
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 the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
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Peace of mind
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Locking gas plug for capless fuel system
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................88
AdvanceTrac ..............................225
Air cleaner filter ...............324–325
Air conditioning ..........................67
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................147, 156, 158
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............147, 156, 158
disposal ....................................161
driver airbag ............149, 157, 159
indicator light .................156, 161
operation .................149, 157, 159
passenger airbag .....149, 157, 159
side airbag ...............................156
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................241
Ambulance packages ....................6
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................304
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................222–223
Anti-theft system ......................118
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................37, 41, 48
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................233, 235
fluid, adding ............................323
fluid, checking ........................323
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
fluid, specification ..................326
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....56
Auxiliary power point .................84
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........326refill capacities ........................326
B
Battery .......................................302
acid, treating emergencies .....302
jumping a disabled battery ....270
maintenance-free ....................302
replacement, specifications ...325
servicing ..................................302
Belt-Minder
.............................142
Booster seats .............................176
Brakes ........................................222
anti-lock ...........................222–223
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................223
fluid, checking and adding ....322
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
fluid, specifications .................326
lubricant specifications ..........326
parking ....................................223
shift interlock ..........................232
C
Calculating load ........................209
Capacities for refilling fluids ....326
Cargo cage .................................100
Cargo management system ......104
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................261
Child safety seats ......................166
attaching with tether
straps .......................................173
in front seat ............................167
in rear seat ..............................167
LATCH .....................................170
recommendations ...................164
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................176
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............286
instrument panel ....................288
interior .....................................289
plastic parts ............................287
washing ....................................284
waxing .....................................285
wheels ......................................285
wiper blades ............................287
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............67
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................50
AM/FM/CD .................................43
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................25
set zone adjustment ...........25, 34
Console ..................................85–86
overhead ..............................83, 88
Controls
power seat ...............................126
steering column ........................95
Coolant
checking and adding ..............304
refill capacities ................308, 326
specifications ..........................326
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................92
Customer Assistance ................251
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................336
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................281
Getting roadside assistance ...251
Getting the service you
need .........................................277Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................282
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................281
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................72
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................323
engine oil .................................297
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................324
Driving under special
conditions ..................238, 244, 248
sand .........................................246
snow and ice ...........................249
through water .................247, 250
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................67
E
Electronic message center ...20, 28
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................270
Emergency Flashers .................252
Emission control system ..........319
Engine ........................................331
cleaning ...................................286
coolant .....................................304
fail-safe cooling .......................309
idle speed control ...................302
lubrication specifications .......326
refill capacities ........................326
service points ..................294–295
starting after a collision .........253
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Engine block heater .................221
Engine oil ..................................297
checking and adding ..............297
dipstick ....................................297
filter, specifications ........300, 325
recommendations ...................300
refill capacities ........................326
specifications ..........................326
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................220
F
Fail safe cooling ........................309
Fluid capacities .........................326
Fog lamps ....................................72
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......240
driving off road .......................242
indicator light .........................240
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................231
Fuel ............................................310
calculating fuel
economy ......................25, 31, 316
cap ...........................................313
capacity ...................................326
choosing the right fuel ...........314
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................319
detergent in fuel .....................315
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................310, 313, 316
filter, specifications ........310, 325
fuel pump shut-off switch .....253
improving fuel economy ........316
octane rating ...................314, 331
quality ......................................315
running out of fuel .................315
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................310Fuses ..................................254–255
G
Garage door opener ....................84
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............313
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................316
Gauges .........................................18
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................209
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................209
H
Hazard flashers .........................252
Headlamps ...................................71
aiming ........................................73
bulb specifications ....................76
daytime running lights .............72
flash to pass ..............................73
high beam .................................72
turning on and off ....................71
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................65, 67
Hood ..........................................293
How to get going ........................37
I
Ignition ...............................217, 331
Illuminated visor mirror .............82
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................166
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