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 make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection
Accessory drive belt(s) Horn operation
Battery performance 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, automatic transmission, power
steering and window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It is your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You will
know what has been checked, what is 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!
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Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ...........................27
Safety seats for children ......19, 24
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................287
Satellite Radio ...........................376
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............299
SD card ......................................389
Seats
child safety seats ................19, 24
front seats .......................104, 106
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................63
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) .........341
Setting a destination ................389
Setting the clock ...................91–92
SIRIUSsatellite radio .....373, 389
SIRIUS satellite radio
voice commands .......................375
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................385
SOS Post Crash Alert .................45
Spark plugs,
specifications .............278–279, 285
Special notice
ambulance conversions ............14
utility-type vehicles ..................14
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................280
Stability system .........................141
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......116
Starting your vehicle ........115–116
jump starting ..........................181Status bars ................................359
Steering wheel ............................66
tilting .........................................66
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................46
SYNCAppLink™ ....................336
SYNCcustomer support .........311
SYNCServices .........................334
System overview .......................356
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) .........99–100
Text messaging .........................322
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....322, 324
Tilt steering wheel ......................66
Tires ...........................244–245, 269
alignment ................................259
care ..........................................244
changing ..........................269, 271
checking the pressure ............254
inflating ...................................252
label .........................................251
replacing ..........................257, 274
rotating ....................................260
safety practices .......................259
sidewall information ...............247
snow tires and chains ............261
spare tire .................................269
terminology .............................245
tire grades ...............................245
treadwear ........................244, 256
Towing ...............................159, 170
recreational towing .................171
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............164
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