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WAXING
•Wash the vehicle first.
•Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives.
•Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl
area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.
PAINT CHIPS
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to
your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color.
•Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.
•Always read the instructions before using the products.
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint
finish. In order to maintain their shine:
•Clean weekly with MotorcraftWheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A),
which is available from your authorized dealer. Heavy dirt and brake
dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge. Rinse
thoroughly with a strong stream of water.
•Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or
covers.
•Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your
wheel rims or covers. Industrial-strength (heavy-duty) cleaners, or
cleaning chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to remove
brake dust and dirt, could wear away the clearcoat finish over time.
•Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel
cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent.
•To remove tar and grease, use MotorcraftBug and Tar Remover
(ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer.
ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
•Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
damage.
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Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
Removing vehicle from storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up on
window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for any deterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage (mice/squirrel nests).
•Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected
during storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back
and forth to remove rust build up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there
are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels.
•If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect.
If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer.
Maintenance and Specifications
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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.
Maximum oil change interval
❑As indicated by the instrument cluster message center (can be up to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
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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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) .........192, 195–196, 198,
200–201
Safety Canopy ...................216, 218
Safety defects, reporting ..361–362
Safety restraints .......192, 195–198,
200–201
Belt-Minder...........................202
extension assembly ................200
for adults .................196, 198, 200
for children .............................222
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................194
warning light and
chime ...............................201–202
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................230
Safety seats for children ..........226
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................418
Satellite Radio .............................64
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............433
What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................429
Seats ..........................................170
child safety seats ....................226
cleaning ...................................369
climate control ..........88, 176, 188
easy access/easyout feature ..178
front seats .......................175, 187
heated ......................................187
memory seat ...................159, 177
second row seats ............182, 185
third row seats ........185, 188–189
Second-row power fold seat ....185SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................163
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................165
Servicing your vehicle ..............372
Setting the clock .........................40
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............221
Sound features ............................53
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................336
Spark plugs, specifications ......413,
417
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................414
Speed control ............................120
Starting your vehicle ........276–278
jump starting ..........................350
push button start system .......278
Steering wheel
controls ....................................131
tilting .......................................109
SYNC..........................................87
System limitations ......................58
T
Temporary mobility kit .............340
Third-row power fold seat .......190
Tilt steering wheel ....................109
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....257
Tires ...........................242–243, 333
alignment ................................250
care ..........................................246
changing ..........................333, 336
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checking the pressure ............246
inflating ...................................244
label .........................................256
replacing ..................................248
rotating ....................................250
safety practices .......................249
sidewall information ...............251
snow tires and chains ............262
spare tire .................................334
Temporary mobility kit ..........340
terminology .............................243
tire grades ...............................243
treadwear ........................242, 247
Towing .......................................270
recreational towing .................275
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............273
trailer towing ..........................270
wrecker ....................................353
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................273
Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............414
lubricant specifications ..........414
Transmission .............................293
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....292
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................404
Troubleshooting ..........................58Turn signal ................................103
U
Universal garage door opener ..134
USB port ......................................61
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................419
Vehicle loading ..........................263
Ventilating your vehicle ...........280
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................376
Water, Driving through .............322
Windows
power .......................................115
rear wiper/washer ...................109
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................108
checking and adding fluid .....376
liftgate reservoir .....................376
replacing wiper blades ...377–378
Wrecker towing .........................353
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