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•Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to
prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is
washed.
•Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light
grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contain contaminates that may cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Note:During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel
may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to
the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods
exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label. The vehicle
should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive
throughout the fuel system.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
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Additives and Chemicals
Ford Motor Company recommended additives and chemicals are listed in
this book and in theWorkshop Manual.Additional chemicals or
additives not approved by Ford and are not recommended as part of
normal maintenance. Please consult yourWarranty Manualfor
complete warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed at the
specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using
a Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
every month or at six months intervals.
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance - At every oil change interval as
indicated by the message center
Change engine oil and filter
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick);
consult dealer for requirements
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and
parking brake
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect rear axle and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings
(AWD vehicles)
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft
and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear,
looseness or drag
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between
service intervals
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E.MAX A/C:Touch to cool the vehicle with recirculated air. Touch again
for normal A/C operation. MAX A/C:
•Distributes air through instrument panel vents.
•Is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode
•May help reduce odors from entering the vehicle.
F.A/C:Touch to turn the air conditioning on or off.
•Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and
efficiency.
•Engages automatically in MAX A/C, defrost and floor/defrost.
G.AUTO:Touch to engage automatic operation, then set the
temperature using the temperature control. The system automatically
controls:
•Fan speed
•Airflow distribution
•A/Conoroff
•Outside or recirculated air
H.Rear defroster:Touch to turn the rear window defroster and heated
mirrors (if equipped).
I.Defrost:Touch to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. Touch again
to return to the previous airflow selection. When on, defrost:
•Provides outside air to reduce window fogging.
•Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister
vents.
J.Manual controls:Select any of the following airflow distribution
modes:
•Floor/Defrost: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents,
demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents, and provides
outside air to reduce window fogging.
•Panel: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
•Panel/Floor: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents,
demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents.
•Floor: Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear
seat floor vents.
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Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .................................. 287, 289
engine oil ................................. 281
Display settings ......................... 477
Driving under special
conditions .................. 192, 195, 198
sand ......................................... 197
snow and ice ........................... 199
through water ................. 197, 250
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ......... 146, 148, 150
E
Electronic message center ....... 108
Electronic stability control ...... 205
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 255
running out of fuel ................. 181
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) .................. 202
Emission control system .......... 185
End user license agreement .... 501
Engine ........................................ 339
cleaning ................................... 303
fail-safe cooling ....................... 285
idle speed control ................... 290
lubrication specifications ....... 340
refill capacities ........................ 340
service points .................. 279–280
Engine block heater ................. 177
Engine oil
checking and adding .............. 281
dipstick .................................... 281
filter, specifications ................ 344refill capacities ........................ 340
specifications .......................... 340
Event data recording .................. 12
Exhaust fumes .......................... 177
F
Fail safe cooling ........................ 285
Fleet MyKey programming ........ 63
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) .... 179
Floor mats ................................. 251
Fluid capacities ......................... 340
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ....................... 195
Fuel
cap ........................................... 183
capacity ................................... 340
choosing the right fuel ........... 180
filler funnel ............................. 181
filling your vehicle
with fuel .................................. 183
filter, specifications ........ 290, 344
fuel pump shut-off .................. 255
octane rating ................... 180, 339
running out of fuel ................. 181
safety information relating to
automotive fuels ..................... 179
Fuel and distance computer .... 112
outside temperature
indicator .................................. 112
to empty indicator .................. 112
trip distance ............................ 112
trip/reset button ..................... 112
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) ......................................... 179
Fuses .......................... 267–268, 272
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