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•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
WARNING:Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the
vehicle’s seatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt
webbing.
LEATHER SEATS
(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCHEDITION)
For King Ranchleather seats, refer to a separate section in this
chapter.
•Clean spills and stains as quickly as possible.
•For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For
more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water
solution. In Canada, use MotorcraftVinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the
area with a soft cloth.
•If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and
water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially
available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors.
•To check for compatibility, first test any cleaner or stain remover on
an inconspicuous part of the leather.
•Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or
cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based
leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing or
damage to the leather.
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCHEDITION ONLY
(IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grain
leather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care and
maintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort.
Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of the
leather.
Cleaning
For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or soft
brush.
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more
thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution.
Cleaning
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Engine drivebelt routing
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!
Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out.
The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention fornormal “wear”:
•Wiper blades•Brake pads and linings
•Spark plugs (except
California)•Shock absorbers
•Clutch disc•Belts and hoses
Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can
customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle
and budget.
Interest free finance options available
Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down
payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment
opportunity.
Ford Extended Service Plan
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Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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.
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
Scheduled Maintenance
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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 37,500 miles
(60,000 km)Inspect valve clearances; adjust as necessary
(Transit Connect CNG vehicles)
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)
Scheduled Maintenance
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A
AdvanceTrac ..............................170
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................100, 109
and child safety seats ............102
description ......................100, 109
disposal ....................................111
driver airbag ....................102, 110
indicator light .................109, 111
operation .........................102, 110
passenger airbag .............102, 110
side airbag ...............................109
Air cleaner filter ...............253, 256
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................233
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................168
Anti-theft system ........................74
arming the system ....................75
Armrests ......................................81
Audio system (see Radio) ...22–23
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................251
fluid, checking ........................251
fluid, specification ..................257
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................177
fluid, refill capacities ..............257
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....25
Auxiliary power point .................58
Axle
refill capacities ........................257
B
Battery .......................................231acid, treating emergencies .....231
jumping a disabled battery ....203
maintenance-free ....................231
replacement, specifications ...256
servicing ..................................231
Belt-Minder...............................96
Blind spot mirror ......................182
Bluetooth system ........................27
Booster seats .............................127
Brakes ........................................168
anti-lock ...................................168
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................169
fluid, checking and adding ....250
fluid, refill capacities ..............257
fluid, specifications .................257
lubricant specifications ..........257
parking ....................................169
shift interlock ..........................176
Bulbs ............................................47
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....257
CD player ....................................22
Cell phone use ............................10
Changing a tire .........................195
Child safety seats ......................116
attaching with tether
straps .......................................123
in front seat ............................117
in rear seat ..............................117
LATCH .....................................120
recommendations ...................114
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................127
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............219
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instrument panel ....................220
interior .....................................221
plastic parts ............................219
safety belts ..............................221
washing ....................................217
waxing .....................................218
wheels ......................................218
wiper blades ............................220
Clock ......................................22–23
Console ........................................57
overhead ....................................58
Controls
steering column ........................63
Coolant
checking and adding ..............233
refill capacities ................236, 257
specifications ..........................257
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................61
Customer Assistance ................185
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................265, 268
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................213
Getting roadside assistance ...185
Getting the service you
need .........................................209
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................215
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................213
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................44
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................251engine oil .................................229
Doors ...........................................69
central unlocking ......................68
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................183
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................203
Emission control system ..........246
Engine ................................259–260
cleaning ...................................219
coolant .....................................233
fail-safe cooling .......................237
idle speed control ...................231
lubrication specifications .......257
refill capacities ........................257
service points ..................227–228
Engine block heater .................166
Engine oil ..................................229
checking and adding ..............229
dipstick ....................................229
filter, specifications ........230, 256
recommendations ...................230
refill capacities ........................257
specifications ..........................257
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................166
F
Fail safe cooling ........................237
Floor mats .............................64–65
Fluid capacities .........................257
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LATCH anchors .........................120
Liftgate ........................................65
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........169
Loading instructions .................161
Load limits .................................156
Locks
childproof ..................................68
Lubricant specifications ...........257
Lug nuts ....................................202
Lumbar support, seats ...............81
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........257
Mirrors ...................................59–60
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................60
fold away ...................................61
heated ........................................61
side view mirrors (power) .......60
Motorcraftparts ..............224, 256
O
Octane rating ............................242
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................229
P
Parking brake ............................169
Parts (see Motorcraft
parts) .........................................256
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................88Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................192
Power mirrors .............................60
Power point .................................58
Power steering ..........................173
fluid, checking and adding ....250
fluid, refill capacity ................257
fluid, specifications .................257
Power Windows ...........................59
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................174
R
Radio ......................................22–23
Rear-view camera system .........181
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................114
Relays ........................................187
Remote entry system .................69
illuminated entry ......................73
locking/unlocking
doors ..............................68, 70–71
opening the trunk .....................71
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................72
replacing the batteries .............71
Reverse sensing system ...........179
Roadside assistance ..................185
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................87, 92–93, 95
Safety Canopy ...........................109
Safety defects,
reporting ............................215–216
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