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
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!
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Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Change engine oil and filter• ••••••••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth• ••••••••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• ••••••••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick); consult dealer for
requirements• ••••••••••••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake• ••••••••••••••
Inspect engine cooling system and
motor/electronics cooling system for strength,
and hoses• ••••••••••••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields• ••••••••••••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings• ••••••••••••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)••••••••
Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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Every 20,000 miles
(32,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if
equipped)
Every 100,000 miles
(160,000 km)Change engine coolant and motor/electronics
coolant
1
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and
AWF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for
requirements
Change manual transmission fluid
Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace timing belt (Fiesta);failure to replace
timing belt can cause internal engine
damage
1Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every
50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained
more frequently. If you onlyoccasionallyoperate your vehicle under
these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional
maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service
advisor or technician.
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 300 hours of engine
operation*– Change engine oil and filter (Fiesta)
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation– Change engine oil and filter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs
*Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these operating
conditions.
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
– Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and filter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except Fiesta)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid
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Accessory delay ..........................94
AdvanceTrac ..............................225
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................158–159, 167, 170
and child safety seats ............160
description ..............159, 167, 170
disposal ....................................173
driver airbag ....159, 161, 168, 171
indicator light .........167, 169, 173
operation .........159, 161, 168, 171
passenger airbag ............159, 161,
168, 171
side airbag ...............................167
Air cleaner filter ...............309, 312
Air conditioning ....................67, 70
Ambient mood/lighting ...............81
AM/FM .........................................52
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................223
Anti-theft system ..............126, 130
arming the system ..................130
disarming a triggered
system .....................................131
Audio system (see Radio) .........52
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................309
fluid, checking ........................309
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................232
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specification ..................313
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....60
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........313
refill capacities ........................313B
Battery .......................................290
acid, treating emergencies .....290
jumping a disabled battery ....263
maintenance-free ....................290
replacement, specifications ...312
servicing ..................................290
Belt-Minder.............................153
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................238
Blind spot mirror ......................237
Booster seats .............................187
Brakes ........................................222
anti-lock ...................................223
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............223
fluid, checking and adding ....309
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specifications .................313
lubricant specifications ..........313
parking ....................................224
shift interlock ..........................230
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................82
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....313
Car2UHome Automation
System .......................................101
CD ................................................52
Cell phone use ............................14
Changing a tire .........................256
Child safety seats ......................178
attaching with tether
straps .......................................185
in front seat ............................179
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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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Speed control ..............................96
Starting your vehicle ........218, 220
jump starting ..........................263
Steering
speed sensitive .......................230
Steering wheel
controls ......................................98
tilting .........................................88
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................52
CD-MP3 .....................................52
SYNC..........................................66
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................88
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....206
Tires ...........................191–192, 256
alignment ................................199
care ..........................................195
changing ..................................256
checking the pressure ............195
inflating ...................................193
label .........................................205
replacing ..................................197
rotating ....................................200
safety practices .......................198
sidewall information ...............200
snow tires and chains ............210
spare tire .................................257
terminology .............................192
tire grades ...............................192
treadwear ........................191, 196
Towing .......................................216
recreational towing .................217
trailer towing ..........................216wrecker ....................................266
Transmission .............................232
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....230
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................309
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
lubricant specifications ..........313
Trunk .........................................117
remote release ................107, 121
Turn signal ..................................80
U
Universal garage
door opener ...............................101
USB port ......................................62
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................316
Vehicle loading ..........................210
Ventilating your vehicle ...........221
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......18
Washer fluid ..............................287
Water, Driving through .............245
Windows
opening using remote entry
system ...............................94, 120
power .........................................93
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................87
checking and adding fluid .....287
replacing wiper blades ...........287
Wrecker towing .........................266
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