Normal Scheduled Maintenance
At every oil change
interval as indicated
by the message
centerChange engine oil and filter
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth
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 cabin air filter (if equipped)
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect rear axle and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (AWD vehicles)
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 wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between
service intervals
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Additional maintenance items
1
Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240
Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••• •••
Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)•••••
Replace engine air filter•••••
Change engine coolant
2
•
Replace spark plugs•
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)••
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter•
Change manual transmission fluid•
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last
100,000 miles (160,000 km)•
1Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the last oil change. Do not exceed
the designated distance for the interval.2Initial replacement at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin any of the following conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is
not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
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 requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints
See axle maintenance items underExceptions
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change manual transmission fluid
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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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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using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API)
performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc.)
Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during high
ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive
Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement:Engine air filter and
cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty
conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Engine coolant change log
DEALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:D
EALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:
D
EALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:D
EALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:
D
EALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:D
EALERVALIDATION:
P&A C
ODE:
RO#: HOURS:
DAT E:MILEAGE:
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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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