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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
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints
See axle maintenance items underExceptions
Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart (except
Fiesta)
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter (except Fusion Hybrid
and MKZ Hybrid)
1
Every 300 hours of
engine operation2Change engine oil and filter (Fiesta)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs
1Fusion Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles have an engine air filter that
does not normally require replacement. Refer toAir filterin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter for more information.
2Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these conditions
Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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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 (except Fusion Hybrid
and MKZ Hybrid)*
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
* Fusion Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles have an engine air filter that
does not normally require replacement. Refer toAir filterin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter for more information.
Reset your oil life monitor system 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
using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API)
performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc).
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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
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A
Accessory delay ..........................79
Active Park Assist .....................233
AdvanceTrac ..............................219
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................143, 152, 155
and child safety seats ............145
description ..............143, 152, 155
disposal ....................................158
driver airbag ............145, 153, 156
indicator light .........151, 154, 158
operation .................145, 153, 156
passenger airbag .....145, 153, 156
side airbag ...............................152
Air cleaner filter ...............320, 323
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ..........................54
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................239
Ambient mood/lighting ...............65
Ambulance packages ..................14
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................216–217
Anti-theft system ......................113
Audio system (see Radio) .........36
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................319
fluid, checking ........................319
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................227
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
fluid, specification ..................324
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....45
Auxiliary power point .................76Axle
lubricant specifications ..........324
refill capacities ........................324
B
Battery .......................................299
acid, treating emergencies .....299
jumping a disabled battery ....270
maintenance-free ....................299
replacement, specifications ...323
servicing ..................................299
Belt-Minder.............................139
Blind spot mirror ......................238
Booster seats .............................173
Brakes ........................................216
anti-lock ...........................216–217
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................217
fluid, checking and adding ....319
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
fluid, specifications .................324
lubricant specifications ..........324
parking ....................................218
shift interlock ..........................226
Bulbs ............................................65
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....324
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................86
Cargo area shade ........................94
CD ................................................36
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................258
Child safety seats ......................163
attaching with tether straps ..170
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in front seat ............................164
in rear seat ..............................164
LATCH .....................................167
recommendations ...................161
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................173
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............284
instrument panel ....................286
interior .....................................287
plastic parts ............................285
washing ....................................283
waxing .....................................283
wheels ......................................284
wiper blades ............................286
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............54
Clock ............................................36
Compass, electronic ....................73
calibration .................................74
set zone adjustment .................74
Console ........................................75
Controls
power seat ...............................121
steering column ........................83
Coolant
checking and adding ......301–303
refill capacities ................306, 324
specifications ..........................324
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................81
Customer Assistance ................246
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................332, 335
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............279
Getting roadside assistance ...246
Getting the service you
need .........................................275Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................281
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................279
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................61
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................319
engine oil .................................296
Driving under special
conditions ..................228, 240, 243
sand .........................................241
snow and ice ...........................243
through water .................242, 245
E
Electronic message center .........27
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................270
running out of fuel .........269, 312
Emission control system ..........316
Engine ........................................327
cleaning ...................................284
idle speed control ...................299
lubrication specifications .......324
refill capacities ........................324
service points ..................293–294
Engine block heater .................214
Engine oil ..................................296
checking and adding ..............296
dipstick ....................................296
filter, specifications ........298, 323
recommendations ...................298
refill capacities ........................324
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specifications ..........................324
Event data recording ..................14
Exhaust fumes ..........................214
F
Fleet MyKey programming ........98
Floor mats .............................92–93
Fluid capacities .........................324
Fog lamps ....................................60
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................239
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................225
Fuel ............................................307
calculating fuel
economy ............................29, 313
cap ...........................................309
capacity ...................................324
choosing the right fuel ...........310
detergent in fuel .....................311
filler funnel .............................312
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................307, 309, 314
filter, specifications ........307, 323
fuel pump/high voltage
shut-off switches ....................248
improving fuel economy ........313
octane rating ...................311, 327
quality ......................................311
running out of fuel .........269, 312
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................307
Fuses ..................................249–250
G
Garage door opener ....................86
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............309Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................313
Gauges .........................................25
H
Hazard flashers .........................247
Headlamps ...................................59
aiming ........................................62
bulb specifications ....................66
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................60
high beam .................................60
replacing bulbs .........................67
turning on and off ....................59
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................54
Hood ..........................................292
I
Ignition ...............................211, 327
Illuminated visor mirror .............73
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................163
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................318
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................286
cluster ........................................20
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................61
J
Jack ............................................258
positioning ...............................258
storage .....................................258
Jump-starting your vehicle ......270
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