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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
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
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km)Change manual transmission fluid
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ 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)
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Accessory delay ..........................75
AdvanceTrac ..............................210
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................142–143, 151, 154
and child safety seats ............144
description ..............143, 151, 154
disposal ....................................157
driver airbag ....143, 145, 152, 155
indicator light .........151, 153, 157
operation .........143, 145, 152, 155
passenger airbag ............143, 145,
152, 155
side airbag ...............................151
Air cleaner filter ...............306, 310
Air conditioning ....................43, 46
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................231
Ambient mood/lighting ...............58
AM/FM .........................................27
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................285
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................208–209
Anti-theft system ..............109, 113
arming the system ..................113
disarming a triggered
system .....................................114
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................217
fluid, adding ............................304
fluid, checking ........................304
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specification ..................311
Selectshift (SST) ....................218Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........311
B
Battery .......................................283
acid, treating emergencies .....283
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................283
replacement, specifications ...310
servicing ..................................283
Belt-Minder.............................138
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................225
Blind spot mirror ......................224
Booster seats .............................172
Brakes ........................................208
anti-lock ...........................208–209
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................209
fluid, checking and adding ....304
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specifications .................311
lubricant specifications ..........311
parking ....................................210
shift interlock ..........................215
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................58
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....311
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................82
CD ................................................27
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................247
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Child safety seats ......................163
attaching with tether straps ..169
in front seat ............................164
in rear seat ..............................164
LATCH .....................................167
recommendations ...................160
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................172
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............270
instrument panel ....................272
interior .....................................273
plastic parts ............................271
washing ....................................269
waxing .....................................270
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................272
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......43, 46
Clock ............................................28
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................28
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................28
Clutch
recommended shift speeds ....220
Compass, electronic ....................70
calibration .................................71
set zone adjustment .................70
Console
overhead ....................................69
Controls
power seat ...............................117
steering column ........................79
Coolant
checking and adding ..............285
refill capacities ................288, 311
specifications ..........................311
Cross Traffic Alert ....................225Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................77
Cupholder(s) .............................128
Customer Assistance ................238
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................319, 322
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............265
Getting roadside assistance ...238
Getting the service you
need .........................................260
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
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Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................55
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................46
windshield .................................46
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................304
engine oil .................................280
Driving under special
conditions ..................220, 232, 235
sand .........................................233
snow and ice ...........................235
through water .................234, 237
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
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running out of fuel .........254, 296
Emission control system ..........300
Engine ........................................314
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................285
fail-safe cooling .......................289
idle speed control ...................283
lubrication specifications .......311
refill capacities ........................311
service points ..........................278
starting after a collision .........240
Engine block heater .................206
Engine oil ..................................280
checking and adding ..............280
dipstick ....................................280
filter, specifications ........282, 310
recommendations ...................282
refill capacities ........................311
specifications ..........................311
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................206
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Fail safe cooling ........................289
Fleet MyKey programming ........91
Floor mats .............................88–89
Fluid capacities .........................311
Fog lamps ....................................54
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................231
Fuel ............................................291
calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 297
cap ...........................................293
capacity ...................................311
choosing the right fuel ...........294
detergent in fuel .....................295filler funnel .............................296
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................291, 293, 297
filter, specifications ........291, 310
fuel pump shut-off switch .....240
improving fuel economy ........297
octane rating ...................295, 314
quality ......................................295
running out of fuel .........254, 296
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................291
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......240
Fuses ..................................240–241
G
Garage door opener ....................82
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............293
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................297
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................239
Headlamps ...................................52
aiming ..................................55–56
autolamp system .......................53
bulb specifications ....................59
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................54
high beam .................................54
replacing bulbs .........................60
turning on and off ....................52
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................43, 46
Hood ..........................................277
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Ignition ...............................203, 314
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