NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
Every 7500 miles
(12000 km) or six
months (whichever
comes first)Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires
*, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km) or
12 months (whichever
comes first)Inspect automatic transmission fluid level.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
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Additional Maintenance Items
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace engine air filter.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
on 5–speed transmission. Consult dealer for
requirements.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seal if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 97500 miles
(156000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km)Change engine coolant.
*
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles).
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
on 4–speed transmission. Consult dealer for
requirements.
Change rear axle fluid (non-Dana axles).
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
*Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers),
then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
**If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you need to have some items maintained more
frequently. If you onlyoccasionallyoperate your vehicle under these
conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Towing a Trailer or Car-top Carrier
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
See axle maintenance items underExceptions.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 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 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid on 4–speed
transmission.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect brake system.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if
equipped with grease fittings.
Rotate tires*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid on 4–speed
transmission.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or
Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 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 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid on 4–speed
transmission.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 50000 miles
(80000 km)Change rear axle fluid.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
Every oil change
intervalIf ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel.
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911 Assist™ ..............................329
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................137
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............319
Accessing the help screen .......388
Accessing the music in your
jukebox ......................................382
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................341
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................320
Accessory delay ..........................71
Active call menu options .........319
Advanced menu options ...327, 348
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................327
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................46
and child safety seats ..............47
description ................................46
disposal ......................................54
driver airbag ..............................46
passenger airbag .......................46
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................48
side airbag .................................46
Air cleaner filter .......221–222, 285
Air conditioning ..................99–100
manual heating and air
conditioning system .........99–100
Ambulance packages ..................14
AM/FM .......................................366Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................205
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................137
Anti-theft system ........................63
arming the system ....................63
AppLink™ .................................336
Audio system
Single CD ............................91–92
Audio system (see Radio) ...91–92
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................129, 132
fluid, adding ............................210
fluid, checking ........................210
fluid, refill capacities ..............280
fluid, specification ..................280
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....94
Auxiliary powerpoint ................111
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........280
refill capacities ........................280
traction lok ..............................136
B
Battery .......................................218
acid, treating emergencies .....218
jumping a disabled battery ....181
maintenance-free ....................218
replacement, specifications ...285
servicing ..................................218
Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................137
anti-lock ...................................137
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................137
brake warning light ................137
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fluid, checking and adding ....216
fluid, refill capacities ..............280
fluid, specifications .................280
lubricant specifications ..........280
parking ....................................138
shift interlock ..........................134
trailer .......................................164
C
Capacities for refilling
fluids ..........................................280
CD ..........................................91–92
CD player ....................................89
CD voice commands ................378,
381–382
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................269
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................38
LATCH .......................................27
tether anchorage hardware .....33
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........361
Cleaning your vehicle ...............233
engine compartment ..............235
instrument panel ....................237
interior .....................................236
plastic parts ............................234
washing ....................................233
waxing .....................................235
wheels ......................................238
wiper blades ............................236
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) ...............................99–100Clock ......................................91–92
Coolant ......................................205
checking and adding ..............205
refill capacities ........................280
specifications ..........................280
Creating a playlist .....................384
Cruise control ...........................149
Customer Assistance ................178
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................291, 293
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............188
Getting roadside assistance ...178
Getting the service you
need .........................................184
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................190
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................188
Customizing your home
screen ........................................359
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................69
Defrost .................................99–100
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................210
engine oil .................................204
Drivebelt ....................................279
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................216
Driving under special
conditions ..................................135
through water .........................175
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trailer towing ..........................159
wrecker ....................................170
Traction control ........................139
Traction-lok rear axle ...............136
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................334
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................164
Transmission .............................129
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....134
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................210
fluid, refill capacities ..............280
lubricant specifications ..........280
Troubleshooting ........................397
Turn signal ..................................69
U
Upfitter controls .......................200
USB port ......................................95
Using privacy mode ..................319
V
Vehicle health report ................332Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................286
Vehicle loading ..........................152
Ventilating your vehicle ...........117
Voice commands in media
mode ..........................................339
Voice commands in phone
mode ..........................................316
Voice recognition ......................361
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......77
Washer fluid ..............................217
Water, Driving through .............175
Where am I? ..............................385
Windows
power .........................................71
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................67
checking and adding fluid .....217
replacing wiper blades ...........221
Wrecker towing .........................170
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