“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed
to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems
to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your
authorized dealer.
FFV engines
If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems
during a cold start, try a different brand of E85 fuel. If the driveability
problems continue, fill the vehicle with regular unleaded gasoline and
drive vehicle normally until gasoline is used. See your authorized dealer
if the problem persists.
Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It
should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and
could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon
indicator, refer to
Warning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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Genuine Ford and Motorcraftreplacement parts
Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraftbranded replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a
nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited
warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
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 from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oil6 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, initial
change6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, after
initial changeEvery 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Scheduled Maintenance
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Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....274
Floor mats .............................72–73
Fluid capacities .........................299
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................199
Fuel ............................................274
calculating fuel
economy ............................23, 281
cap ...........................................277
capacity ...................................299
choosing the right fuel ...........278
detergent in fuel .....................279
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................274, 277, 281
filter, specifications ........274, 298
fuel pump shut-off switch .....217
improving fuel economy ........281
octane rating ...................279, 303
quality ......................................279
running out of fuel .................280
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................274
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................274, 278–279
Fuses ..................................218–219
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............277
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................281
Gauges .........................................19
H
Hazard flashers .........................216
Headlamps ...................................51
aiming ........................................54bulb specifications ....................57
daytime running lights .............52
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................51
replacing bulbs .........................58
turning on and off ....................51
Head restraints ...........................86
Heating
heater only system .............48, 50
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................49
Hood ..........................................260
I
Ignition ...............................186, 303
Illuminated visor mirror .............64
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................118
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................286
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................254
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................52
J
Jack ............................................226
positioning ...............................226
storage .....................................226
Jump-starting your vehicle ......236
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................73
Keys .............................................84
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positions of the ignition .........186
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................57
daytime running light ...............52
headlamps .................................51
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....52
interior lamps ...........................56
replacing bulbs .........................58
LATCH anchors .........................122
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........192
Loading instructions .................171
Load limits .................................164
Locks
autolock .....................................73
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........299
Lug nuts ....................................235
Lumbar support, seats ...............88
M
Message center ...........................21
english/metric button ...............26
warning messages .....................26
Mirrors ...................................66–67
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................68
side view mirrors (power) .......67
Motorcraftparts ..............258, 298
N
Navigation system .......................47O
Octane rating ............................279
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................263
P
Parking brake ............................192
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........298
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................222
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................67
Power point .................................64
Power steering ..........................198
fluid, checking and adding ....286
fluid, refill capacity ................299
fluid, specifications .................299
Power Windows ...........................65
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................199
R
Radio ......................................29, 31
Rear-view camera system .........211
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................116
Relays ........................................218
Remote entry system .................78
illuminated entry ......................82
locking/unlocking
doors ..............................73, 79–80
panic alarm ...............................80
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................81
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terminology .............................139
tire grades ...............................139
treadwear ........................138, 145
Towing .......................................171
recreational towing .................185
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............179
trailer towing ..........................171
wrecker ....................................240
Traction control ........................193
Traction-lok rear axle ...............199
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................179
Transmission .............................203
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....201
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................288
fluid, refill capacities ..............299
lubricant specifications ..........299
Turn signal ..................................55
U
Upfitter controls .........................71USB port
......................................40
V
Vehicle loading
..........................164
Ventilating your vehicle
...........189
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......14
Washer fluid
..............................262
Water, Driving through
.............214
Windows
power
.........................................65
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................63
checking and adding fluid
.....262
replacing wiper blades
...........262
Wrecker towing
.........................240
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