2012 FORD EDGE service

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as
in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
message center and perform services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs
Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within
3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
appearing in the message center.
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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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km)Inspect the 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 monthsChange engine oil and filter
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km)Change manual transmission fluid
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel
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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent.
Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:If operating conditions are normal
and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditionsandyou
are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example
SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service
oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must
follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is
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attaching with tether
straps .......................................194
in front seat ............................189
in rear seat ..............................189
LATCH .....................................192
recommendations ...................186
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................197
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............313
instrument panel ....................316
interior .....................................317
plastic parts ............................315
safety belts ..............................317
washing ....................................312
waxing .....................................312
wheels ......................................313
wiper blades ............................315
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or
Heating) .....................57, 59, 61, 63
Clock ............................................46
Collision Warning System .........262
Console ........................................84
overhead ....................................83
Controls
power seat ...............................145
steering column ........................98
Convertible
cleaning ...................................316
Coolant
checking and adding ..............330
refill capacities ................333, 356
specifications ..........................356
Cross Traffic Alert ....................267
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................89
Cupholder(s) .............................153Customer Assistance ................280
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................367, 370
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................308
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service
you need .................................304
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................310
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................308
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................70
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................349, 352
engine oil .................................324
Driving under special
conditions ..................256, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279
E
Electronic message center ...20, 25
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................298
running out of fuel .........298, 341
Emission control system ..........346
Engine ........................................360
cleaning ...................................313
coolant .....................................330
fail-safe cooling .......................335
idle speed control ...................328
lubrication specifications .......356
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refill capacities ........................356
service points ..................321, 323
Engine block heater .................240
Engine oil ..................................324
checking and adding ..............324
dipstick ....................................324
filter, specifications ................355
refill capacities ........................356
specifications ..........................356
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................239
F
Fail safe cooling ........................335
Fleet MyKey programming ......115
Floor mats .........................105–106
Fluid capacities .........................356
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................274
Fuel ............................................337
calculating fuel economy .......343
cap ...........................................339
capacity ...................................356
choosing the right fuel ...........340
detergent in fuel .....................341
filler funnel .............................341
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................337, 339, 343
filter, specifications ........336, 355
fuel pump shut-off ..................282
improving fuel economy ........343
octane rating ...................340, 360
quality ......................................341
running out of fuel .........298, 341
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................337
Fuses ..................................282–283G
Garage door opener ..................101
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............339
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................343
Gauges ...................................18–19
H
Hazard flashers .........................281
Headlamps ...................................69
aiming ..................................71–72
autolamp system .......................69
bulb specifications ....................75
daytime running lights .............70
flash to pass ..............................70
high beam .................................70
replacing bulbs .........................76
turning on and off ....................69
Head restraints .................142, 150
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................57, 59, 61, 63
Hill start assist ..........................255
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................101
Hood ..........................................320
I
Ignition ...............................234, 360
Illuminated visor mirror .............83
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................188
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................348
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