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Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use
prediluted engine coolant for optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling (If Equipped)
(Gasoline Engine Only)
WARNING:If fail-safe cooling activates, pull off the road as soon
as safely possible and turn the engine off. The engine may
automatically shut off while driving without further indication.
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The fail-safe distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and
terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge moves to the red (hot) area.
•The information display indicates the engine is overheating.
•The service engine soon indicator illuminates.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Note:Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases
the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle is not able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine runs rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage; therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
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High Fluid Level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift or engagement
concerns and possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
Note:Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick handle and also in the
Capacities and Specificationschapter.
If necessary, add fluid in
12pint (250 ml) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
Note:An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift or
engagement concerns or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Manual Transmissions
Note:Use of a non-approved transmission fluid may cause internal
transmission component damage.
See theScheduled Maintenancechapter for scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes.
Your manual transmission may be filled with an optional synthetic fluid
which allows the use of extended service intervals. A tag on the filler
plug identifies the use of the synthetic fluid.
Only use fluid that meets manufacturer specifications. SeeTechnical
specificationsin theCapacities and Specificationschapter.
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Additives and Chemicals
This owner’s manual and the Ford Workshop Manual list the
recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please consult your 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, a qualified expert, such as the
factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored
fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material
contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and fluids 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
monthly or at six month intervals.
Daily Owner Checks
EngineAir filter restriction gauge.
Engine oil level.
Engine coolant level.
Brake SystemAir brake reservoir automatic drain valve
operation.
Drain the air brake reservoir (manual valve).
TransmissionVisually check for fluid leakage.
Steering SystemPower steering fluid level.
System for evidence of fluid leaks.
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911 Assist™ ..............................338
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................148
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............328
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................350
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................329
Active call menu options .........328
Advanced menu options ...336, 357
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................336
Air cleaner filter ...............236, 280
Air conditioning ..........................88
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................88
Air filter .............................236, 280
Air suspension ...........................171
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................219
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................148
AppLink™ .................................346
Audio system
Single CD ............................79–80
Audio system (see Radio) ...79–80
Automatic transmission ....136–137
fluid, adding ............................223
fluid, checking ........................223
fluid, refill capacities ..............277
fluid, specification ..................264
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....82Auxiliary powerpoint ................101
Axle ............................143, 207, 226
lubricant specifications ..........264
refill capacities ........................277
B
Battery .......................................233
acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....185
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...280
servicing ..................................233
Booster seats ...............................31
Brakelamp
bulb replacement ....................239
Brakes ........................147–148, 208
adjustment ..............................211
anti-lock ...................................148
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................148
brake warning light ................148
fluid, checking and adding ....229
fluid, specifications .................264
parking ....................158, 161, 211
shift interlock ..........................136
trailer .......................................176
Bulbs ..........................................241
C
Catalytic converter
(see Emission control) .............213
CD ..........................................79–80
CD player ....................................77
Cell phone use ............................12
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....36
LATCH .......................................36
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Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................31
Cleaning your vehicle ...............242
engine compartment ..............245
exterior ....................................242
instrument panel ....................247
interior .....................................246
plastic parts ............................244
washing ....................................242
waxing .....................................244
wheels ......................................248
wiper blades ............................245
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............88
Clock ......................................79–80
Clutch ................................133, 229
adjusting ..................................230
fluid ..........................................229
specifications ..........................264
Coolant ......................................219
checking and adding ..............219
refill capacities ........................277
specifications ..........................264
Cruise control ...........................166
Customer Assistance ................184
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................191
Getting roadside assistance ...184
Getting the service you
need .................................189, 204
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................192
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................191
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................57Defrost .........................................88
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) .....120
Diesel Particulate Filter
(DPF) ........................................106
Dipstick
automatic transmission fluid...223
engine oil .................................217
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........264
Drivebelt ....................................263
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................183
E
Electronic message center .........74
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................185
running out of fuel .................116
Emergency Flashers .................185
Emission control system ..130, 288
catalytic converter ..................213
End user license agreement ....364
Engine ........................................263
cleaning ...................................245
coolant .....................................219
fail-safe cooling .......................222
lubrication specifications .......264
Engine block heater .................111
Engine fan .................................219
Engine oil
checking and adding ......217–218
dipstick ....................................217
filter, specifications ................280
refill capacities ........................277
specifications ..........................264
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Exhaust fumes ..........................104
F
Fail safe cooling ........................222
Fan, Engine Cooling .................219
Filter
fuel ...........................................232
Fuel
cap ...........................................118
capacity ...................................277
filler funnel .............................116
filling your vehicle with fuel ..118
octane rating ...................116, 263
quality ......................................114
running out of fuel .................116
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................113
Fuses ..........................194–195, 203
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............118
Gauges ...................................64, 66
H
Hazard flashers .........................185
Headlamps ...................................56
aiming ......................................239
bulb specifications ..................241
daytime running lights .............57
flash to pass ..............................56
replacing bulbs .......................239
turning on and off ....................56
Head restraints ...........................92
Heating ........................................88
Hood ..........................................215I
Ignition ...............................103, 263
Information displays ...................74
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................247
cluster ........................................68
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................57
J
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ....328
Jump-starting your vehicle ......185
K
Keys
positions of the ignition .........103
L
Lamps ..........................................56
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................241
daytime running light ...............57
headlamps .................................56
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....57
interior lamps .....................58–59
replacing bulbs .......................239
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................58
LATCH anchors ...........................36
Lights, warning and indicator ....68
Load limits .................................174
Locks
childproof ..................................40
doors ..........................................53
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