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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 component for leaks or
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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recommendations ...................168
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................181
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............301
instrument panel ....................303
interior .....................................304
plastic parts ............................302
washing ....................................299
waxing .....................................300
wheels ......................................300
wiper blades ............................302
Clock ......................................33, 71
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................24
Console ........................................70
overhead ..............................69–70
Controls
power seat ...............................125
steering column ........................82
Coolant
checking and adding ..............316
refill capacities ................319, 342
specifications ..........................342
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................80
Customer Assistance ................264
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................351, 354
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............295
Getting roadside assistance ...264
Getting the service you
need .........................................291
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................297
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................295D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................56
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................336
engine oil .................................311
Driving under special
conditions ..................245, 257, 260
sand .........................................258
snow and ice ...........................261
through water .................259, 263
E
Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................285
running out of fuel .........284, 327
Emission control system ..........332
Engine ................................345–346
cleaning ...................................301
coolant .....................................316
fail-safe cooling .......................320
idle speed control ...................314
lubrication specifications .......342
refill capacities ........................342
service points ..........................308
starting after a collision .........266
Engine block heater .................228
Engine oil ..................................311
checking and adding ..............311
dipstick ....................................311
filter, specifications ........313, 341
recommendations ...................313
refill capacities ........................342
specifications ..........................342
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................227
Index
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Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......226
Starting your
vehicle ........................223–224, 226
jump starting ..........................285
Steering wheel
controls ......................................82
tilting .........................................67
SYNC..........................................47
T
Third-row power fold seat .......141
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................258
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....203
Warning Displays ................12, 25
Tires ...........................188–189, 275
alignment ................................197
care ..........................................192
changing ..........................275, 279
checking the pressure ............192
inflating ...................................190
label .........................................202
replacing ..................................194
rotating ....................................197
safety practices .......................196
sidewall information ...............198
snow tires and chains ............207
spare tire .................................275
terminology .............................189
tire grades ...............................189
treadwear ........................188, 193
Towing .......................................215
recreational towing .................222
trailer towing ..........................215
wrecker ....................................289Transmission .............................242
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....241
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................336
fluid, refill capacities ..............342
lubricant specifications ..........342
Turn signal ..................................58
U
Universal garage door opener ....84
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................347
Vehicle loading ..........................208
Ventilating your vehicle ...........227
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................309
Water, Driving through .............263
Windows
power .........................................73
rear wiper/washer .....................66
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................65
checking and adding fluid .....309
liftgate reservoir .....................309
replacing wiper blades ...........310
Wrecker towing .........................289
Index
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