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EXCEPTIONS
In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They
are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance
❑Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles
are lubricated for life. These fluids are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the
axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle and PTO fluids should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have
been submerged in water. During extended trailer tow operation above 70°F (21°C) ambient and wide open throttle for
extended periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should be changed every 3,000 miles
(4,800 km) or 3 months, whichever occurs first. The 3,000 mile (4,800 km) fluid change interval may be waived if the
axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or
equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to
Maintenance product and specificationsin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details). The axle fluid should be
changed anytime an axle has been submerged in water.
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance
❑Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived if the axle was filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add
four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.
E–450 and F–450/550 axle maintenance
❑Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) under normal driving conditions. For vehicles operated at or
near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles (80,000 km). In addition,
this 50,000 mile (80,000 km) schedule should be observed when the vehicles are operated under the Special Operating
Conditions.
California fuel filter replacement
❑If the vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful
life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified
intervals and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome
❑Change brake fluid every two years
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ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
3.5L, 3.7L and 5.0L engines
Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
6.2L engine (Harley-Davidson™, Lariat Limited and
SVT Raptor)
Initial change 6 years or 105,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Hot climate oil change intervals
❑If operating conditions are normal and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditionsandyou are using an API
performance category oil of SL or later (for example SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal
service oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates must follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is using oils defined by the
American Petroleum Institute (API) performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc.).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement
❑Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these
conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
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A
Accessory delay ........................103
AdvanceTrac ..............................280
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................189–190, 197, 200
and child safety seats ............191
description ..............190, 197, 200
disposal ....................................203
driver airbag ....190, 192, 198, 201
indicator light .........196, 199, 202
operation .........190, 192, 198, 201
passenger airbag ............190, 192,
198, 201
side airbag ...............................197
Air cleaner filter ...............404, 409
Air conditioning ........66, 69, 71, 74
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................66
Ambient mood/lighting ...............85
Ambulance packages ....................6
AM/FM .........................................49
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................381
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................278–279
Anti-theft system ..............153, 155
arming the system ..........153, 155
disarming a triggered
system .....................................156
triggering .................................156
Armrests ....................................160
Audio system (see Radio) ...47, 49Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................293
fluid, adding ............................403
fluid, checking ........................403
fluid, refill capacities ..............410
fluid, specification ..................410
Selectshift (SST) ....................295
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....57
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........410
refill capacities ........................410
B
Battery .......................................378
acid, treating emergencies .....378
jumping a disabled battery ....341
maintenance-free ....................378
replacement, specifications ...409
servicing ..................................378
Bed extender ............................124
Belt-Minder.............................184
deactivating/activating the
Belt-Minder...........................187
Blind spot mirror ......................305
Booster seats .............................222
Brakes ........................................278
anti-lock ...........................278–279
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................279
fluid, checking and adding ....402
fluid, refill capacities ..............410
fluid, specifications .................410
lubricant specifications ..........410
parking ....................................279
shift interlock ..................289, 291
trailer .......................................265
Bulbs ............................................86
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flash to pass ..............................81
high beam .................................81
replacing bulbs .........................87
turning on and off ....................80
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................66, 69, 71, 74
Hood ..........................................369
I
Ignition ...............................272, 415
Illuminated visor mirror .............95
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................208
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................401
Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................362–363
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ............................................332
positioning ...............................332
storage .....................................332
Jump-starting your vehicle ......341
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................141
keypad .....................................151
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................152
programming entry code .......151
Keys ...........................133, 153–154
positions of the ignition .........272L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................80
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................86
daytime running light ...............81
fog lamps ...................................80
headlamps .................................80
headlamps, flash to pass ..........81
interior lamps ...........................84
replacing bulbs ...................87, 91
LATCH anchors .........................215
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........279
Limited-slip axle .......................288
Loading instructions .................258
Load limits .................................251
Locks
autolock ...................................141
childproof ................................144
doors ........................................140
Lubricant specifications ...........410
Lug nuts ....................................340
Lumbar support, seats .....161–162
M
Message center ...............19–20, 30
english/metric button ...............24
system check button ................24
warning messages ...............24, 39
Mirrors ...............................103–104
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................103
fold away .................................105
heated ....................69, 71, 74, 105
programmable memory ..........147
side view mirrors (power) .....104
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Belt-Minder,
deactivating/activating ...........187
extension assembly ................188
for adults .................177, 179–180
for children .............................203
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................174
warning light and chime ........183
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................215
Safety seats for children ..........208
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................416
Satellite Radio .............................49
Satellite Radio Information ........62
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Maintenance and Log .............433
What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................429
Seats ..........................................157
child safety seats ....................208
cleaning ...................................365
climate control ............71, 74, 167
easy access/easyout
feature .....................................164
heated ........................69, 165, 171
memory seat ...................147, 163
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................151
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................153–154
Servicing your vehicle ..............368
Setting the clock .........................50
AM/FM stereo ...........................49
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............203Spark plugs,
specifications .....................409, 415
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............6
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................410
Speed control ............................108
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......275
Starting your
vehicle ........................272–273, 275
jump starting ..........................341
Steering wheel
controls ....................................111
tilting ...................................93–94
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................49
CD-MP3 .....................................49
SYNC..........................................65
T
Tailgate ..............................120–121
Tilt steering wheel ................93–94
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....244
Tires ...........................228–229, 332
alignment ................................237
care ..........................................233
changing ..........................332, 336
checking the pressure ............233
inflating ...................................231
label .........................................243
replacing ..................................235
rotating ....................................237
safety practices .......................236
sidewall information ...............238
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