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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Maintenance and Specifications
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nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited
warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center (can be up
to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant,
after initial changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Scheduled Maintenance
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Check every six months
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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!
Scheduled Maintenance
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911 Assist™ ................................83
A
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ...............68
Accessing your media menu
features ........................................93
Accessing your phone menu
features ........................................71
Accessory delay ........................139
Active call menu options ...........68
Active Park Assist .....................289
Advanced menu options .......79, 98
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ................................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................268
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................195, 204, 206
and child safety seats ............197
description ..............195, 204, 206
disposal ....................................209
driver airbag ............197, 205, 207
indicator light .................203, 209
operation .................197, 205, 207
passenger airbag .....197, 205, 207
side airbag ...............................204
Air cleaner filter ...............365, 368
Air conditioning ................115, 118
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............115
Ambient mood/lighting .............128
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................345Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................266
Anti-theft system ..............168, 171
arming the system ..........169, 171
disarming a triggered
system .....................................172
triggering .................................172
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................37, 40, 45
Automatic transmission ............274
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................274
fluid, adding ............................364
fluid, checking ........................364
fluid, refill capacities ..............369
fluid, specification ..................369
Selectshift (SST) ....................276
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....50
Auxiliary power point ...............136
Axle
refill capacities ........................369
B
Battery .......................................343
acid, treating emergencies .....343
jumping a disabled battery ....314
maintenance-free ....................343
replacement, specifications ...368
servicing ..................................343
Belt-Minder.............................191
Blind spot mirror ......................293
Booster seats .............................224
Brakes ........................................266
anti-lock ...................................266
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................267
fluid, checking and adding ....364
fluid, refill capacities ..............369
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fluid, specifications .................369
lubricant specifications ..........369
parking ....................................268
shift interlock ..........................272
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ..........................................128
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....369
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................308
Child safety seats ......................214
attaching with tether straps ..220
in front seat ............................214
in rear seat ..............................214
LATCH .....................................218
recommendations ...................212
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................224
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............329
instrument panel ....................331
interior .....................................332
plastic parts ............................330
washing ....................................328
waxing .....................................328
wheels ......................................329
wiper blades ............................331
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..115, 118
Clock ..........................37, 40, 42, 45
Clutch
fluid ..........................................364
operation while driving ..........278
recommended shift speeds ....279
Connecting a digital media
player to SYNC.........................88Console ......................................136
Controls
steering column ......................143
Coolant
checking and adding ..............345
refill capacities ................348, 369
specifications ..........................369
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................141
Customer Assistance ................296
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................378, 381
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................325
Getting roadside assistance ...296
Getting the service you
need .........................................320
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................326
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................324
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................123
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................364
engine oil .................................340
Doors
central unlocking ....................158
Driving under special
conditions ..................................278
through water .........................295
E
Electronic message center ...18, 21
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................314
running out of fuel .................356
Emission control system ..........361
End user license agreement ....107
Engine ................................372–373
cleaning ...................................329
coolant .....................................345
idle speed control ...................343
lubrication specifications .......369
refill capacities ........................369
service points ..................337–338
Engine block heater .................264
Engine fan .................................337
Engine oil ..................................340
checking and adding ..............340
dipstick ....................................340
filter, specifications ........342, 368
recommendations ...................342
refill capacities ........................369
specifications ..........................369
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................264
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........335, 337
Fleet MyKey programming ......152
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....350
Floor mats .........................150–151
Fluid capacities .........................369
Fog lamps ..................................123
Fuel ............................................350
calculating fuel economy .......358
cap ...........................................353
capacity ...................................369
choosing the right fuel ...........354detergent in fuel .....................356
filler funnel .............................356
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................350, 353, 358
filter, specifications ........350, 368
fuel pump shut-off ..................297
improving fuel economy ........358
octane rating ...........355, 372–373
quality ......................................356
running out of fuel .................356
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................350
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................350, 354–355
Fuses ..................................298–299
G
Garage door opener ..................146
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............353
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................358
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................297
Headlamps .................................122
aiming ......................................125
autolamp system .....................122
bulb specifications ..................129
daytime running lights ...........123
flash to pass ............................123
high beam ...............................123
replacing bulbs .......................130
turning on and off ..................122
Head restraints .........................173
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .............................115, 118
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