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1. Block both the front and rear of
the wheel diagonally opposite the
flat tire. For example, if the left
front tire is flat, block the right rear
wheel.
2. Remove the center ornament (if
equipped) from the wheel. Loosen
each wheel lug nut one-half turn
counterclockwise but do not remove
them until the wheel is raised off
the ground.
3. Put the jack in the jack locator
next to the tire you are changing.
Turn the jack handle clockwise until
the wheel is completely off the
ground.
Note: To avoid structural damage to
the vehicle, ensure that the jack is
centered between the two markings
(1) on the bottom of the rocker
flange.
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WARNING:To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any
part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not
start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only
meant for changing the tire.
4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub.
Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
If you are using the temporary tire, the lug nut washers will not appear
to be flush with the rim. This is normal only when using the temporary
spare tire.
6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
7. Remove the jack and fully tighten
the lug nuts in the order shown.
Refer toWheel lug nut torque
specificationslater in this chapter
for the proper lug nut torque
specification.
8. Unblock the wheels.
Stowing the wheel and jack
1. Fully collapse the jack and place it back in the storage area in the
trunk.
2. Replace the jack retention bolt to secure the jack.
3. Place the tire in the storage bin in the trunk.
4. Replace the cover plate and bolt.
•When storing a flat road tire, flip the cover plate over and use the long
bolt.
•When storing the temporary spare tire, replace the cover plate and
use the short bolt.
5. Secure the bolt using the lug wrench.
6. Insert the lug wrench and bolt in the tool bag and place over the jack.
7. Replace the carpeted load floor panel.
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Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum
Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the
current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification
WSS-M2C945-A.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and
durability performance meeting all requirements for your
vehicle’s engine.Refer toMaintenance product specifications and
capacitieslater in this chapter for more information.
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7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
Low and high voltage battery – storage
Your vehicle must be started and run for a minimum of 10 minutes once
a month in order to maintain the high voltage battery charge. This will
maintain the high voltage battery but it is not enough to maintain the
low voltage (underhood) battery and additional low voltage (underhood)
battery charging may be required after 60 days.
If your vehicle is to be stored for 30 days or longer, the low voltage
(underhood) battery negative terminal must be disconnected. Failure to
do this could damage your vehicle’s batteries.
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Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.
If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiator
until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50, drain
some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains
and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. Your
cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
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LATCH .....................................185
recommendations ...................178
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................190
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............281
instrument panel ....................283
interior .....................................284
plastic parts ............................282
washing ....................................280
waxing .....................................281
wheels ......................................281
wiper blades ............................283
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......66, 69
Clock ............................................51
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................51
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................51
Compass, electronic ....................90
calibration .................................91
set zone adjustment .................90
Console
overhead ....................................89
Controls
power seat ...............................135
steering column ........................99
Coolant
checking and adding ......296–297
refill capacities ................300, 316
specifications ..........................316
Cross Traffic Alert ....................242
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................97
Cupholder(s) .............................144
Customer Assistance ................249
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................323, 326Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............276
Getting roadside assistance ...249
Getting the service you
need .........................................271
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................278
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................276
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Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................78
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................69
windshield .................................69
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................312
engine oil .................................291
Driving under special
conditions ..................................236
through water .........................248
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Electronic message center .........35
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................266
running out of fuel .........265, 305
Emission control system ..........309
Engine ........................................318
cleaning ...................................281
idle speed control ...................293
lubrication specifications .......316
refill capacities ........................316
service points ..................289–290
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Power point .................................92
Power steering ..................232–233
Power Windows ...........................93
Power windows
opening using remote
entry system .....................94, 122
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Radio ............................................50
6-CD in dash .............................50
Rear-view camera system .........239
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................178
Relays ................................251, 258
Remote entry system ...............121
illuminated entry ....................125
locking/unlocking
doors ................................121–122
opening the trunk ...................123
opening the windows .......94, 122
panic alarm .............................122
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................124
replacing the batteries ...........124
Reverse sensing system ...........237
Roadside assistance ..................249
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................148–151, 153
Safety defects, reporting ..........279
Safety restraints ........148–151, 153
Belt-Minder...........................154
extension assembly ................153
for adults .........................149–151for children .............................176
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................146
warning light and chime ........154
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................185
Safety seats for children ..........181
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................319
Satellite Radio .............................50
Satellite Radio Information ........62
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............333
Seats ..........................................133
child safety seats ....................181
climate control ..................69, 140
easy access/easyout feature ..141
front seats ...............................138
memory seat ...................123, 137
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................126
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................127
Servicing your vehicle ..............287
Setting the clock .........................51
Side air curtain .........................172
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............175
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................315, 318
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................316
Speed control ..............................97
Starting your vehicle ........221–223
jump starting ..........................266
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