2010 FORD FUSION maintenance

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford
specification
Fuel tank (FWD)17.5 gallons
(66.2L)——
Fuel tank (AWD)16.5 gallons
(62.4L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission within 3/8 inch (10mm) of the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.5The power transfer unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube. Lubricant levels are not to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Replace power transfer unit
lubricant with specified synthetic lubricant anytime the unit is submerged in water.
See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling of the power transfer unit.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 3.5L V6 engine
Cubic inches 151 182 214
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug
Spark plug gap0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35 mm)0.045–0.049 inch
(1.15–1.25 mm)0.051–0.057 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)
Compression
ratio9.7:1 10.3:1 10.3:1
Engine drivebelt routing
•2.5L I4 Engine
•3.0L V6 Engine
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•3.5L V6 Engine
1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine.
2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine.
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
6–speed manual transmission (G6M) 6
6–speed automatic transmission (6F35) W
6–speed automatic transmission (Aisin AW
F21)B
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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!
Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out.
The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention fornormal “wear”:
•Wiper blades•Brake pads and linings
•Spark plugs
(except California)•Shock absorbers
•Clutch disc•Belts and hoses
Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they
can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving
lifestyle and budget.
Interest free finance options available
Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down
payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment
opportunity.
Ford Extended Service Plan
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A
Accessory delay ..........................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................205
Air cleaner filter .......317–318, 320
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ....................47, 50
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................134, 143, 146
and child safety seats ............136
description ..............134, 143, 146
disposal ....................................149
driver airbag ....134, 136, 144, 147
indicator light .........142, 145, 148
operation .........134, 136, 144, 147
passenger airbag ....134, 136, 144,
147
side airbag ...............................143
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................229
Ambient mood/lighting ...............60
AM/FM .........................................28
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................289
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................203–204
Anti-theft system ..............101, 105
arming the system ..................105
disarming a triggered
system .....................................106
triggering .................................106
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................28
Single CD ..................................28
Audio system (see Radio) .........28Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................212, 214
fluid, adding ....................310, 317
fluid, checking ................310, 317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specification ..................321
Selectshift (SST) ....................215
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....36
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........321
B
Battery .......................................287
acid, treating emergencies .....287
jumping a disabled battery ....253
maintenance-free ....................287
replacement, specifications ...320
servicing ..................................287
Belt-Minder.............................129
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................223
Booster seats .............................165
Brakes ........................................203
anti-lock ...........................203–204
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................204
fluid, checking and adding ....310
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specifications .................321
lubricant specifications ..........321
parking ....................................204
shift interlock ..........................210
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................60
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flash to pass ..............................57
high beam .................................57
replacing bulbs .........................62
turning on and off ....................55
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................47, 50
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................45
Hood ..........................................276
I
Ignition ...............................198, 325
Illuminated visor mirror .............73
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................154
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................308
Instrument panel ........................77
cleaning ...................................271
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................57
J
Jack ............................................246
positioning ...............................246
storage .....................................246
Jump-starting your vehicle ......253
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................89
keypad .....................................100
locking and unlocking doors ..101
programming entry code .......100Keys .....................................88, 103
positions of the ignition .........198
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................55
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................61
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................56
headlamps .................................55
headlamps, flash to pass ..........57
instrument panel, dimming .....57
interior lamps .....................59, 62
replacing bulbs .........................62
LATCH anchors .........................160
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........204
Load limits .................................190
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................93
doors ..........................................89
Lubricant specifications ...........321
Lug nuts ....................................251
Lumbar support, seats .............110
M
Manual transmission .................217
fluid capacities ........................321
lubricant specifications ..........321
reverse .....................................218
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................21
warning messages .....................24
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