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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.
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!
Mutli-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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cleaning ...................................288
coolant .....................................307
fail-safe cooling .......................311
idle speed control ...................305
lubrication specifications .......336
refill capacities ........................336
service points ..................298–299
Engine block heater .................221
Engine oil ..................................301
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................301
checking and adding ..............301
dipstick ....................................301
filter, specifications ................335
refill capacities ........................336
specifications ..........................336
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................220
F
Fail safe cooling ........................311
Fleet MyKey programming ......100
Floor mats ...................................97
Fluid capacities .........................336
Fog lamps ....................................58
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................249
Fuel ............................................313
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 319
cap ...........................................315
capacity ...................................336
choosing the right fuel ...........316
detergent in fuel .....................318
filler funnel .............................318
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................313, 315, 319
filter, specifications ........313, 335fuel pump shut-off ..................257
improving fuel economy ........319
octane rating ...................317, 340
quality ......................................317
running out of fuel .........273, 318
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................313
Fuses ..........................................258
G
Garage door opener ....................93
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............315
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................319
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................257
Headlamps ...................................56
aiming ........................................62
autolamp system .......................57
bulb specifications ....................65
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................61
high beam .................................58
turning on and off ....................56
Heated Seats .....................131–132
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................48, 51
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................93
Hood ..........................................297
I
Ignition ...............................216, 340
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Illuminated visor mirror .............71
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................172
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................324
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................291
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................62
Intelligent Access Key ................99
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................113
J
Jack ............................................265
positioning ...............................265
storage .....................................265
Jump-starting your vehicle ......273
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................107
keypad .....................................119
locking and unlocking doors ..120
programming entry code .......119
Keys ...........................................122
positions of the ignition .........216
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................57
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................65
daytime running light ...............61
fog lamps ...................................58
headlamps .................................56headlamps, flash to pass ..........61
instrument panel, dimming .....62
interior lamps .....................64, 66
LATCH anchors .........................176
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........223
Load limits .................................206
Locks
autolock ...................................107
childproof ................................110
doors ........................................105
Lubricant specifications ...........336
Lug nuts ....................................272
Lumbar support, seats .............131
M
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................23
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors ...................................78–79
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................78
heated ............................48, 51, 79
programmable memory ..........115
side view mirrors (power) .......79
Moon roof ....................................91
Motorcraft
parts ..............295, 335
MyKey ........................................100
N
Navigation system .......................47
O
Octane rating ............................317
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Vehicle loading ..........................206
Ventilating your vehicle ...........220
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................300
Water, Driving through .............255Windows
power
.........................................75
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................69
checking and adding fluid
.....300
replacing wiper blades
...........301
Wrecker towing
.........................277
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