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Additives and Chemicals
Ford Motor Company recommended additives and chemicals are listed in
the Owner Manual and in the Ford Workshop Manual. Additional
chemicals or additives not approved by Ford and are not recommended
as part of normal maintenance. Please consult yourWarranty Manual
for 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 (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
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 and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if
necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
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Check Every Six Months
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as
necessary.
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) 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
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!
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NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
Your vehicle is equipped with a oil minder system that indicates when
the engine oil should be changed under normal operating conditions.
This means you won’t have to remember to change the oil on a
mileage-based schedule; the vehicle lets you know when an oil change is
due by displaying ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE NEXT SERVICE or OIL
CHANGE REQUIRED in the message center.
Normal Scheduled Maintenance*
Every 10000 miles
(16000 km) or
12 monthsChange 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.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension
and tie-rod ends. Lubricate if equipped with
grease fittings.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
*Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between
service intervals.
**Reset your oil minder system after each engine oil and filter change;
refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin any of the following conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is
not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Using a camper or car-top carrier
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
message center and perform services listed in
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
*
*
Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial use (i.e. Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Replace engine air filter.
Every 300 hours of
engine operation
*Change engine oil and filter.**
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
*Engine hour meter installation is recommended for these conditions.
**Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or
Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Replace 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.
*
*
Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...............113
Text messaging .........................293
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....293, 295
Tilt steering wheel ......................72
Tires ...........................228–229, 248
alignment ................................242
care ..........................................228
changing ..................................248
checking the pressure ............238
inflating ...................................236
label .........................................235
replacing ..................................240
rotating ....................................242
safety practices .......................241
sidewall information ...............231
snow tires and chains ............243
spare tire .................................248
terminology .............................229
tire grades ...............................229
treadwear ........................228, 238
Towing .......................................167
recreational towing .................168
trailer towing ..........................167
wrecker ....................................167
Traction control ........................154
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................305
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....146
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................202
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................203
fluid, refill capacities ..............255lubricant specifications ..........255
Trunk .....................................67–68
remote release ..........................63
Turn signal ..................................78
U
USB port ....................................109
Using privacy mode ..................290
V
Vehicle health report ................303
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................259
Vehicle loading ..........................161
Ventilating your vehicle ...........132
Voice commands in media
mode ..........................................311
Voice commands in phone
mode ..........................................287
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......87
Washer fluid ..............................204
reservoir ..................................199
Water, Driving through .............172
Windows
power .........................................81
rear wiper/washer .....................76
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....204
replacing wiper blades ...........207
Wrecker towing .........................167
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