WARNING:Hill descent mode does not provide hill hold at zero
mph (0 km/h). When stopped, the parking brake must be applied
and/or the vehicle must be placed in P (Park) or it may roll away.
Hill descent control requires a cooling down interval after a period of
sustained use. The amount of time that the feature can remain active
before cooling varies with conditions. The system will provide a warning
in the message center and a chime will sound when the system is about
to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as
needed to maintain descent speed.
Enabling hill descent control and setting the descent speed
1. Press and release the hill descent
button located on the floor console.
A light on the button will illuminate
and a one second chime will sound
when this feature is activated.
2. To increase descent speed, press the accelerator pedal until the
desired speed is reached.
3. To decrease descent speed, press the brake pedal until the desired
speed is reached.
Whether accelerating or decelerating, once the desired descent speed is
reached, remove your feet from the pedals and the chosen vehicle speed
will be maintained.
SeeMessage centerin your vehicle’s owner guide for hill descent mode
messages.
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VALUE SHOPPING FOR YOUR VEHICLE’S MAINTENANCE NEEDS
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians and
one-stop service for everything from routine maintenance like oil changes
and tire rotations to your most complex needs, Ford and Lincoln
Mercury Dealerships offer outstanding value.
It is recommended that the following basic maintenance checks and
inspections be performed at the designated time intervals. See your
“Owner’s Guide” for more information.
Check every month for all vehicles
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights.❑Check tires for wear and proper air pressure, including spare.
❑Check engine oil fluid level.
❑Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check every six months for all vehicles
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper operation.❑Check that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see yourOwner’s Guide).
❑Check power steering fluid level, if equipped.
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary).
❑Check parking brake for proper operation.
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches, door check straps (see dealer) and outside locks.
❑Check and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped.
❑Check and clean sliding door contact switches, if equipped.
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes.
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for operation.
❑Check engine cooling system level and strength.
❑Check battery connections and clean if necessary.
❑Check clutch fluid level, if equipped.
Retightening lug nuts
❑On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km),
and again at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat
tire, wheel removal, etc.).
❑Refer toWheel Lug Nut Torque Specificationin yourOwner’s Guidefor the proper lug nut torque specification.
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5,000 miles (8,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
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20,000 miles (32,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
25,000 miles (40,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace engine air filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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35,000 miles (56,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
40,000 miles (64,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
45,000 miles (72,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
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50,000 miles (80,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
55,000 miles (88,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace engine air filter❑Change automatic transmission fluid and filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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65,000 miles (104,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
70,000 miles (112,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
75,000 miles (120,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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80,000 miles (128,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
85,000 miles (136,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace engine air filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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