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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 lubricants used.
Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Maximum oil change interval
❑As indicated by the instrument cluster message center (can be up to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Engine coolant change interval
❑6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change engine coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change engine coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km).
Check every month
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights❑Check tires for wear and correct air pressure, including spare tire
❑Check windshield washer fluid level
❑Check engine oil level
Check every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check parking brake for proper operation
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
❑Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
❑Check battery connections and clean if necessary
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (replace as necessary)
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions
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Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor
or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a
comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s
your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. You’ll know what’s been checked, what’s okay,
as well as those things that may require future or immediate attention.
The multi-point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle
running great!
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top-up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an
underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window washer
❑Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.
❑Check battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air filter.
❑Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped.
❑Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
❑Inspect steering and linkage.
❑Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑Inspect clutch operation, if equipped.
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Oil Change Service Interval* 123456789101112131415
Change engine oil and filter• ••••••••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth• ••••••••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• ••••••••••••••
Inspect front axle and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (4WD vehicles)• ••••••••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick); consult dealer for
requirements• ••••••••••••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake• ••••••••••••••
Inspect engine cooling system for strength, and
hoses• ••••••••••••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields• ••••••••••••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings• ••••••••••••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• •••••••
*Oil change service intervals should be completed as indicated by the instrument cluster message center
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Ranger).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and
TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
– Change rear axle lubricant (E-450 and F-450/550
only).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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Off-road operation
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints and
U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings).
– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and
TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
– Change rear axle lubricant (E-450 and F-450/550
only).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change interval– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel.
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Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................330
Satellite Radio Information ........43
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............345
What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................341
Seats ..........................................110
child safety seats ....................156
cleaning ...................................285
heated ......................................115
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................104
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................106
Servicing your vehicle ..............287
Setting the clock .........................29
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............151
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................325, 329
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................326
Speed control ..............................75
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......209
Starting your
vehicle ........................206–207, 209
jump starting ..........................265
Steering wheel
controls ......................................77
tilting .........................................67Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................29
SYNC..........................................46
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................67
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....187
Tires ...........................171–172, 253
alignment ................................180
care ..........................................175
changing ..................253, 256, 258
checking the pressure ............175
inflating ...................................173
label .........................................186
replacing ..................................177
rotating ....................................180
safety practices .......................179
sidewall information ...............181
snow tires and chains ............191
spare tire .........................254, 256
terminology .............................172
tire grades ...............................172
treadwear ........................171, 176
Towing .......................................200
recreational towing .................204
trailer towing ..........................200
wrecker ....................................269
Transmission
automatic operation ...............222
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....221
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................318
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .........................318, 321
fluid, refill capacities ..............326
lubricant specifications ..........326
manual operation ....................225
Trunk ...........................................88
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