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To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:
1. Pull up on the head restraint until it reaches its highest adjustment
position.
2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button (3) and
the unlock/remove button (4), then pull up on the head restraint.
3. Store the head restraint in a secure location, such as the trunk of the
vehicle.
To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following:
1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars and push the head
restraint down until it locks.
2. Properly adjust the head restraint as mentioned earlier in this section.
Folding down the rear seat
One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional
cargo space.
Note:Before lowering the seatbacks, lower, or remove, the outboard
head restraints to the lowest position.
To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, do the following:
1. Press the unlock buttons (1)
down and hold them there.
2. Push the seatback forward.
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•Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax
to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is
washed. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light
grade oil. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contain contaminates that may cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Note:During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more),
fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add a quality gas stabilizer
product to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage
periods exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label.
The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the
additive throughout the fuel system.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord Part Name or
EquivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Brake/Clutch fluidTop-off to MAX
line on reservoirMotorcraftHigh
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Door latch, hood latch,
auxiliary hood latch,
trunk latch, seat tracks.—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)XG-4 or XL-5 or equivalent /
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinder —MotorcraftPenetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Manual transmission
fluid2.2 quarts (2.1L)MotorcraftFull
Synthetic Manual
Transmission FluidXT-M5-QS /
WSD-M2C200-C
Automatic transmission
fluid1.8 quarts (1.7L)Motorcraft
Dual Clutch Transmission
FluidXT-11-QDC /
WSS-M2C200-D2
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Phone redial ................................55
Playing music (by artist,
album, genre, playlist, tracks,
similar) ........................................80
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................261
Power door locks ......................132
Power mirrors ...........................124
Power point ...............................120
Power steering ..................243–244
Power Windows .........................121
Privacy information ....................43
Push button start system .........233
Putting a call on/off hold ...........51
R
Radio ......................................23, 28
Receiving a text message ...........57
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................186
Relays ........................................257
Remote entry system ...............137
illuminated entry ....................143
locking/unlocking doors .........139
opening the trunk ...................139
replacement/additional
transmitters .....................141, 143
replacing the batteries ...........139
Roadside assistance ..................255
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................158–160, 162
Safety defects, reporting ..........283Safety information ......................43
Safety restraints ........158–160, 162
Belt-Minder...........................163
extension assembly ................162
for adults .........................159–160
for children .............................184
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................156
warning light and chime ........163
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................192
Safety seats for children ..........188
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................324
Satellite Radio Information ........38
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............339
Seats ..........................................146
child safety seats ....................188
heated ......................................150
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................143
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) ...........79
Servicing your vehicle ..............291
Setting the clock .............19, 23, 28
Side air curtain .........................180
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............183
Spark plugs,
specifications .............320, 323–324
Specification chart, lubricants .321
Speed control ............................125
Starting your
vehicle ........................230–231, 233
jump starting ..........................271
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push button start system .......233
Steering
speed sensitive .......................244
Steering wheel
controls ....................................127
tilting .......................................120
SYNCAppLink™ ......................73
SYNCcustomer support ...........92
SYNC..........................................41
SYNCServices ...........................65
T
Text messaging ...........................57
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .........57, 59
Tilt steering wheel ....................120
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....217
Tires ...........................202–203, 265
alignment ................................211
care ..........................................206
changing ..........................265, 267
checking the pressure ............206
inflating ...................................204
label .........................................216
replacing ..................................208
rotating ....................................211
safety practices .......................210
sidewall information ...............212
snow tires and chains ............221
spare tire .................................265
terminology .............................203
tire grades ...............................203
treadwear ........................202, 207
Towing .......................................227recreational towing .................227
trailer towing ..........................227
wrecker ....................................274
Traffic, Directions and
Information ..................................65
Transmission
automatic operation ...............246
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....244
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................316
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
lubricant specifications ..........321
manual operation ....................249
Trunk
remote release ........................139
Turn signal ................................107
U
USB port ......................................34
Using privacy mode ....................51
V
Vehicle health report ..................71
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................325
Vehicle loading ..........................221
Ventilating your vehicle ...........235
Voice commands in media
mode ............................................76
Voice commands in phone
mode ............................................49
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