2012 FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) Owners Manual

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature
(59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])
If a fluid check is necessary at a low
fluid temperature (59°F-77°F
[15°C-25°C]), perform the check
using the

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the outside temperatures are
above 50°F (10°C).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual Changing the air filter element
•2.5L I4 engine
•3.0L V6 engine
•3.5L V6 engine
1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air fi

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual •2.5L I4 engine
•3.0L V6 engine
•3.5L V6 engine
3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between th

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FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2012 1.G Owners Manual •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 contam