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Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension components for leaks and
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your 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!
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Perform the services noted in the following table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
Every 20,000 miles
(32,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter
(if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on
5–speed TorqShifttransmission; consult dealer
for requirements
Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seal if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
Every 100,000 miles
(160,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Change manual transmission fluid
(except Escape)
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles only)
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)
2
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Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter
(if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Replace fuel filter (Ranger)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on
5–speed TorqShifttransmission; consult dealer
for requirements
Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seal if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
Every 105,000 miles
(168,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Change manual transmission fluid
(except Escape)
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles)
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)
2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(except 5–speed TorqShifttransmission) (filter
not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21
transmissions); consult dealer for requirements
Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles)
Change manual transmission fluid (Escape)
Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles)
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
1Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 72 months; every
45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
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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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Engine coolant change log
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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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Capacities for refilling fluids ....410
Car2UHome Automation
System .......................................114
Cargo management system ......127
CD ................................................49
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................332
Child safety seats ......................208
attaching with tether
straps .......................................217
in front seat ....................209, 215
in rear seat ......................209, 215
LATCH .....................................215
recommendations ...................206
Child safety
seats - booster seats .................222
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............357
instrument panel ............362–363
interior .....................................364
plastic parts ............................361
safety belts ..............................364
washing ....................................355
waxing .....................................356
wheels ......................................356
wiper blades ............................361
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ...........66,
69, 71, 74
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................50
AM/FM Stereo ...........................49
Compass, electronic ....................96
calibration .................................97
set zone adjustment .................97
Console ........................................96Controls
power seat ...............................162
steering column ......................111
Coolant
checking and adding ..............381
refill capacities ................384, 410
specifications ..........................410
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................108
Customer Assistance ................321
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................422, 425
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................352
Getting roadside assistance ...321
Getting the service
you need .................................347
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................353
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................351
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................81
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors ...........................69, 71, 74
windshield .....................69, 71, 74
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................403
engine oil .................................375
Driving under special
conditions ..................297, 314, 317
sand .........................................316
snow and ice ...........................318
through water .................316, 320
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Electronic message center ...19, 30
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................341
running out of fuel .........341, 394
Emission control system ..........399
Engine ........................................415
cleaning ...................................357
coolant .....................................381
fail-safe cooling .......................385
idle speed control ...................378
lubrication specifications .......410
refill capacities ........................410
service points ..................370–373
Engine block heater .................276
Engine oil ..................................375
checking and adding ..............375
dipstick ....................................375
filter, specifications ................409
refill capacities ........................410
specifications ..........................410
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................276
F
Fail safe cooling ........................385
Fleet MyKey programming ......133
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....388
Floor mats .................................120
Fluid capacities .........................410
Fog lamps ....................................80
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......306
driving off road .......................312
electronic shift ........................309
indicator light .........................306
lever operated shift ................307preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................288
Fuel ............................................388
calculating fuel
economy ............................22, 396
cap ...........................................391
capacity ...................................410
choosing the right fuel ...........392
detergent in fuel .....................394
filler funnel .............................394
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................388, 391, 396
filter, specifications ........388, 409
fuel pump shut-off ..................323
improving fuel economy ........396
octane rating ...........392–393, 415
quality ......................................393
running out of fuel .........341, 394
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................388
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................388, 392–393
Fuses ..................................323–324
G
Garage door opener ..................113
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............391
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................396
Gauges .........................................18
H
Hazard flashers .........................322
Headlamps ...................................80
aiming ........................................82
autolamp system .......................80
bulb specifications ....................86
daytime running lights .............81
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