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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY)
More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered
the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your dealer for details.
PremiumCare –Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!
ExtraCare –Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.
BaseCare –Covers 84 components.
PowertrainCare –Covers 29 critical components.
Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in
the U.S. and CanadaIt’s the only extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
•Factory-trained technicians.
•Genuine Ford and MotorcraftParts.
Rental car reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs,you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.
Transferable coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!
Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford
Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract
backed by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,
Ford ESP provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement
•Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items
•Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty Coverage expires
•Roadside Assistance benefits
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company
dealership. There are several Ford ESP plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your
own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental.
When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada and the United States, provided by a network of Ford
Motor Company dealers.
For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or
www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you.
NOTE:Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are
not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Every 5,000 miles, 6 months or
200 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Change engine oil and replace oil filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol vehicle or livery. This
operating condition is for extensive maximum A/C or heater operation
with engine on in the above listed usage.
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Every 5,000 miles, 6 months or
200 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Change engine oil and replace oil filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
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Snowplowing ...............................12
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............157
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................324, 328
Special notice
ambulance conversions ............12
utility-type vehicles ..................12
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................325
Speed control ..............................79
Starting your vehicle ........211–213
jump starting ..........................269
Steering wheel
controls ......................................81
tilting .........................................70
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................34
SYNC..........................................51
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................70
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....193
Tires ...........................177–178, 257
alignment ................................186
care ..........................................181
changing ..................257, 260, 262
checking the pressure ............181
inflating ...................................179
label .........................................192replacing ..................................183
rotating ....................................186
safety practices .......................185
sidewall information ...............187
snow tires and chains ............197
spare tire .........................258, 260
terminology .............................178
tire grades ...............................178
treadwear ........................177, 182
Towing .......................................205
recreational towing .................210
trailer towing ..........................205
wrecker ....................................273
Transmission .............................227
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....226
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................320
fluid, refill capacities ..............325
lubricant specifications ..........325
Turn signal ..................................61
U
Universal garage door opener ....84
USB port ......................................44
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................329
Vehicle loading ..........................198
Ventilating your vehicle ...........214
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W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......18
Washer fluid ..............................295
Water, Driving through .............245
Windows
power .........................................76
rear wiper/washer .....................70Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................69
checking and adding fluid
.....295
liftgate reservoir
.....................295
replacing wiper blades
...296–297
Wrecker towing
.........................273
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