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To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(automatic transmission) or 1st (manual transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.
•If the oil level isbetween the
MIN and MAX marks, the oil
level is acceptable.DO NOT
ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the MIN
mark, add enough engine oil to
raise the level within the MIN and
MAX range. Refer toAdding
engine oilin this chapter.
•Oil levels above MAX mark
may cause engine damage.If
the engine is overfilled, some oil
must be removed from the engine
by an authorized dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
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this, the transmission may shift firmly when first driven. This operation is
considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester. The level of
coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the
COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Proper function of calibrated gauges.
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A
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................140
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............220
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................223
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................219
waxing .....................................219
wheels ......................................220
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................25
Clutch
fluid ..........................................252
operation while driving ..........187
recommended shift speeds ....188
Compass, electronic ....................57
calibration .................................58
set zone adjustment .................58
Console ........................................59
Controls
steering column ........................64
Coolant
checking and adding ..............235
refill capacities ................238, 259
specifications ..........................259
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................62
Customer Assistance ................190
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................269, 272
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................216
Getting roadside assistance ...190
Getting the service
you need .................................211Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................217
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................215
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................47
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................252
engine oil .................................231
Driving under special
conditions ..................................187
through water .........................189
E
Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................206
Emergency Flashers .................191
Emission control system ..........249
Engine ................................262–263
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................235
fail-safe cooling .......................239
idle speed control ...................233
lubrication specifications .......259
refill capacities ........................259
service points ..................229–230
starting after a collision .........192
Engine block heater .................174
Engine fan .................................229
Engine oil ..................................231
checking and adding ..............231
dipstick ....................................231
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Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................74
Keys .............................................84
positions of the ignition .........171
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
daytime running light ...............47
fog lamps ...................................46
headlamps .................................46
headlamps, flash to pass ..........47
instrument panel, dimming .....47
interior lamps .....................49–51
replacing bulbs .........................52
LATCH anchors .........................135
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........177
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................74
childproof ..................................77
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........259
Lug nuts ....................................205
M
Manual transmission .................187
fluid capacities ........................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
reverse .....................................188
Message center ...........................19english/metric button ...............22
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................22
Mirrors ...................................61–62
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................61
heated ........................................62
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................65
Motorcraftparts ..............226, 258
MyKey ..........................................68
O
Octane rating ............................244
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................231
P
Parental MyKey programming ...68
Parking brake ............................178
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........258
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................97
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................62
Power point .................................59
Power steering ..........................182
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacity ................259
fluid, specifications .................259
Power Windows ...........................60
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