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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY)
More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered
the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your dealer for details.
PremiumCare –Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!
ExtraCare –Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.
BaseCare –Covers 84 components.
PowertrainCare –Covers 29 critical components.
Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in
the U.S. and CanadaIt’s the only extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
•Factory-trained technicians.
•Genuine Ford and MotorcraftParts.
Rental car reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs,you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.
Transferable coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!
Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford
Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract
backed by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,
Ford ESP provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement
•Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items
•Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty Coverage expires
•Roadside Assistance benefits
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company
dealership. There are several Ford ESP plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your
own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental.
When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada and the United States, provided by a network of Ford
Motor Company dealers.
For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or
www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you.
NOTE:Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are
not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect frequently, service as
required.– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 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].)
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................110
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................112
Servicing your vehicle ..............294
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............158
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........268
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................328, 332
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................329
Speed control ..............................67
Starting your vehicle ........210–211
jump starting ..........................272
push button start system .......212
Steering wheel
controls ......................................77
tilting .........................................59
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................59
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....193
Tires ...........................178–179, 265
alignment ................................186
care ..........................................182
changing ..........................265, 268
checking the pressure ............182
inflating ...................................180
label .........................................192replacing ..................................184
rotating ....................................186
safety practices .......................185
sidewall information ...............187
snow tires and chains ............197
spare tire .........................265, 268
terminology .............................179
tire grades ...............................179
treadwear ........................178, 183
Touchscreen features
(climate) ......................................39
Towing .......................................205
recreational towing .................209
trailer towing ..........................205
wrecker ....................................276
Transmission .............................226
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....224
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................322
fluid, refill capacities ..............329
lubricant specifications ..........329
Turn signal ..................................49
U
Universal garage door opener ....79
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................333
Vehicle loading ..........................198
Ventilating your vehicle ...........214
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W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................297
Water, Driving through .............253
Windows
power .........................................63
rear wiper/washer .....................59Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................57
checking and adding fluid
.....297
replacing wiper blades
...297–298
Wrecker towing
.........................276
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