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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 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
within 3/8 inch (10mm) of the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle
on a level surface.
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 toMotorcraftpart 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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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford
specification
Brake (and clutch–if
equipped) fluidBetween MIN
and MAX on
reservoirMotorcraftHigh
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Door weatherstrips —Silicone Spray
LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary hood
latch, door hinges,
striker plates, seat
tracks and fuel filler
door hinge— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft
Penetrating and Lock
LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine coolant
(2.5L engine)9.3 quarts (8.8L)
MotorcraftSpecialty
Green Engine Coolant
1
VC-10-A2 (US) /
CVC-10-A (Canada)
WSS-M97B55-A Engine coolant
(3.0L engine)10.6 quarts
(10.0L)
Cooling system stop
leak pellets—MotorcraftCooling
System Stop Leak
PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
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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
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
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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 ..........................77
AdvanceTrac ..............................203
Air cleaner filter .......310–311, 313
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ....................48, 51
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................132, 141, 144
and child safety seats ............134
description ..............132, 141, 144
disposal ....................................147
driver airbag ....132, 134, 142, 145
indicator light .........141, 143, 147
operation .........132, 134, 142, 145
passenger airbag ....132, 134, 142,
145
side airbag ...............................141
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................227
Ambient mood/lighting ...............61
AM/FM .........................................29
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................285
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................201–202
Anti-theft system ................99, 103
arming the system ..................103
disarming a triggered
system .....................................104
triggering .................................104
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................29
Single CD ..................................29
Audio system (see Radio) .........29Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................210–211
fluid, adding ............................310
fluid, checking ........................310
fluid, refill capacities ..............314
fluid, specification ..................314
Selectshift (SST) ....................213
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....37
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........314
B
Battery .......................................283
acid, treating emergencies .....283
jumping a disabled battery ....251
maintenance-free ....................283
replacement, specifications ...313
servicing ..................................283
Belt-Minder.............................127
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................221
Booster seats .............................163
Brakes ........................................201
anti-lock ...........................201–202
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................202
fluid, checking and adding ....305
fluid, refill capacities ..............314
fluid, specifications .................314
lubricant specifications ..........314
parking ....................................202
shift interlock ..........................209
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ............................................61
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....314
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Ignition ...............................196, 317
Illuminated visor mirror .............71
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................152
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................304
Instrument panel ........................75
cleaning ...................................269
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................58
J
Jack ............................................243
positioning ...............................243
storage .....................................243
Jump-starting your vehicle ......251
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................87
keypad .......................................98
locking and unlocking doors ....99
programming entry code .........98
Keys .....................................86, 101
positions of the ignition .........196
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................56
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................62
daytime running light ...............57
fog lamps ...................................57
headlamps .................................56headlamps, flash to pass ..........58
instrument panel, dimming .....58
interior lamps .....................60, 62
replacing bulbs .........................63
LATCH anchors .........................158
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........202
Load limits .................................187
Locks
autolock .....................................87
childproof ..................................91
doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...........314
Lug nuts ....................................249
Lumbar support, seats .............108
M
Manual transmission .................215
fluid capacities ........................314
lubricant specifications ..........314
reverse .....................................216
Message center ...........................19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................25
Mirrors ...................................78–79
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................78
heated ........................................80
side view mirrors (power) .......79
Moon roof ....................................83
Motorcraftparts ..............271, 313
N
Navigation system .......................45
O
Octane rating ............................296
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Oil (see Engine oil) ..................278
P
Parking brake ............................202
Parts (see Motorcraftparts)...313
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................120
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................240
Power door locks ........................87
Power mirrors .............................79
Power point .................................75
Power steering ..................207–208
fluid, refill capacity ................314
fluid, specifications .................314
Power Windows ...........................76
R
Radio ............................................29
Rear-view camera system .........219
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................150
Relays ........................................236
Remote entry system ...........93–94
illuminated entry ................96–97
locking/unlocking doors ...........94
opening the trunk .....................95
panic alarm ...............................94
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................95
replacing the batteries .............95
Reverse sensing system ...........217
Roadside assistance ..................234S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................118, 122–125
Safety Canopy ...........................141
Safety defects, reporting ..........264
Safety restraints ........118, 122–126
Belt-Minder...........................127
extension assembly ................126
for adults .........................123–125
for children .............................148
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................120
warning light and chime ........127
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................158
Safety seats for children ..........152
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................318
Satellite Radio (if equipped) .....29
Satellite Radio Information ........42
Seats ..........................................105
child safety seats ....................152
front seats ...............................108
heated ......................................112
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................98
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................99
Servicing your vehicle ..............273
Side air curtain .........................144
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............147
Spark plugs, specifications ......313,
317
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................314
Speed control ..............................80
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Starting your
vehicle ........................196–197, 199
jump starting ..........................251
Steering
speed sensitive .......................208
Steering wheel
controls ......................................82
tilting .........................................71
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................29
SYNC..........................................45
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................71
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....182
Tires ...........................167–168, 243
alignment ................................175
care ..........................................171
changing ..................................243
checking the pressure ............171
inflating ...................................169
label .........................................181
replacing ..................................173
rotating ....................................176
safety practices .......................174
sidewall information ...............177
snow tires and chains ............186
spare tire .................................244
terminology .............................168
tire grades ...............................168
treadwear ........................167, 172
Towing .......................................193
recreational towing .................193
trailer towing ..........................193
wrecker ....................................256Transmission .............................210
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....209
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................306
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .........................306, 310
fluid, refill capacities ..............314
lubricant specifications ..........314
manual operation ....................215
Trunk ...........................................91
remote release ....................85, 95
Turn signal ..................................60
U
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................318
Vehicle loading ..........................187
Ventilating your vehicle ...........199
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................277
Water, Driving through .............233
Windows
power .........................................76
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................70
checking and adding fluid .....277
replacing wiper blades ...........277
Wrecker towing .........................256
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