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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
(Park).
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 is within the lower and upper holes/lines, the oil level is
acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.
•If the oil level is below the lower hole/line, engineoil must be added
to raise the level within the normal operating range.
•If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer toAdding engine oil
in this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upper
hole/line may cause engine damage.If the engine is overfilled,
some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer.
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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.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum
Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the
current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
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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 (-37°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. When
the engine is cold, check the level of engine coolant in the reservoir.
Checking motor/electronics (M/E) coolant
The M/E coolant reservoir is located
at the rear of the engine
compartment. Refer to the following
engine coolant sections for all
information, instructions and
warnings related to cooling systems.
The two systems use the same
coolant and operate similarly, with
the Motor and Electronics system
generally operating at a lower
temperature and pressure. The fluid
levels in both reservoirs need to be maintained. When the engine is cold,
check the level of M/E coolant in the reservoir. The coolant should be at
the FULL COLD level as shown on the side of the coolant reservoir.
Factory fill and coolant specifications
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 (-37°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
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in rear seat ..............................179
LATCH .....................................182
recommendations ...................176
Child safety
seats - booster seats .................187
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............277
instrument panel ....................279
interior .....................................280
plastic parts ............................278
washing ....................................276
waxing .....................................277
wheels ......................................277
wiper blades ............................279
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......67, 70
Clock ............................................52
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................53
Compass, electronic ....................90
calibration .................................91
set zone adjustment .................90
Console
overhead ....................................89
Controls
power seat ...............................135
steering column ........................98
Coolant
checking and adding ......292–293
refill capacities ................296, 313
specifications ..........................313
Cross Traffic Alert ....................238
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................96
Cupholder(s) .............................143
Customer Assistance ................246
Ford Extended
Service Plan ....................320, 323Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................272
Getting roadside assistance ...246
Getting the service
you need .................................268
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................274
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................272
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................78
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................70
windshield .................................70
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................309
engine oil .................................288
Driving under special
conditions ..................................233
through water .........................245
E
Electronic message center .........36
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................263
running out of fuel .........262, 302
Emission control system ..........306
Engine ........................................315
cleaning ...................................277
idle speed control ...................290
lubrication specifications .......313
refill capacities ........................313
service points ..................286–287
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Engine block heater .................221
Engine oil ..................................288
checking and adding ..............288
dipstick ....................................288
filter, specifications ........289, 312
recommendations ...................289
refill capacities ........................313
specifications ..........................313
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................221
F
Fleet MyKey programming ......109
Floor mats .................................107
Fluid capacities .........................313
Fog lamps ....................................77
Fuel ............................................298
calculating fuel
economy ............................38, 303
cap ...........................................300
capacity ...................................313
choosing the right fuel ...........301
detergent in fuel .....................302
filler funnel .............................302
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................298, 300, 304
filter, specifications ........297, 312
fuel pump shut-off ..................248
improving fuel economy ........303
octane rating ...................301, 315
quality ......................................301
running out of fuel .........262, 302
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................298
Fuses ..................................248–249G
Garage door opener ..................101
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............300
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................303
Gauges .........................................25
H
Hazard flashers .........................247
Headlamps ...................................75
aiming ..................................78–79
autolamp system .......................76
bulb specifications ....................82
daytime running lights .............78
flash to pass ..............................77
high beam .................................77
replacing bulbs .........................83
turning on and off ....................75
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................67, 70
Hood ..........................................285
I
Ignition ...............................218, 315
Illuminated visor mirror .............89
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................178
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................308
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................279
cluster ........................................18
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................78
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