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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.
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.
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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should be
changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever comes
first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toTechnical specificationsin theCapacities and
Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent.
Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle
East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates
using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline
Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil
change interval is 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
If the available API “SM” or “SN” oils are not available, then the oil
change service interval is 3,000 mile (4,800 km).
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911 Assist™ .............................. 337
A
ABS (see Brakes) ..................... 173
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ............. 329
Accessing the help screen ....... 402
Accessing the music in your
jukebox ...................................... 392
Accessing your media menu
features ...................................... 348
Accessing your phone menu
features ...................................... 330
Accessory delay .......................... 84
Active call menu options ......... 329
Advanced menu options ........... 336
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) .............................. 336
Airbag supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 45
and child safety seats .............. 46
description ................................ 45
disposal ...................................... 53
driver airbag .............................. 45
passenger airbag ....................... 45
side airbag ........................... 45, 50
Air cleaner filter ....... 241–242, 295
Air conditioning ........................ 130
manual heating and air
conditioning system ............... 130
AM/FM ....................................... 372
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .............................. 173
Anti-theft system .................. 68, 70arming the system .............. 68, 71
disarming a triggered
system ....................................... 72
AppLink™ ................................. 344
Audio system
CD-MP3 ................................... 119
Audio system
(see Radio) ................................ 119
Automatic transmission ............ 165
driving an automatic
overdrive ................................. 165
fluid, adding ............................ 236
fluid, checking ........................ 236
fluid, refill capacities .............. 292
fluid, specification .................. 292
Selectshift (SST) .................... 166
Auxiliary input jack
(Line in) .................................... 124
Auxiliary powerpoint ................ 150
Axle
lubricant specifications .......... 292
refill capacities ........................ 292
traction lok .............................. 171
B
Battery ....................................... 238
acid, treating emergencies ..... 238
jumping a disabled battery .... 209
maintenance-free .................... 238
replacement,
specifications .......................... 295
servicing .................................. 238
Blind spot mirror ...................... 396
Booster seats ............................... 22
Brakes ........................................ 173
anti-lock ................................... 173
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ........................... 173
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brake warning light ................ 173
fluid, checking and adding .... 237
fluid, refill capacities .............. 292
fluid, specifications ................. 292
lubricant specifications .......... 292
parking .................................... 174
shift interlock .......................... 167
trailer ....................................... 195
C
Capacities for refilling
fluids .......................................... 292
Car2UHome Automation
System ....................................... 146
CD .............................................. 119
CD player .................................. 117
CD voice commands ................ 387,
390–391
Cell phone use ............................ 15
Changing a tire ......................... 277
Child safety restraints .......... 27, 29
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps .... 29
automatic locking mode
(retractor) ................................. 36
LATCH ....................................... 27
Child safety seats -
booster seats ............................... 22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........ 367
Cleaning your vehicle ............... 248
engine compartment .............. 250
instrument panel .................... 252
interior ..................................... 252
interior trim ............................ 348
plastic parts ............................ 249
washing .................................... 248waxing ..................................... 250
wheels ...................................... 254
wiper blades ............................ 251
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) ..................................... 130
Clock .......................................... 119
Clutch
fluid .......................................... 237
operation while driving .......... 168
recommended shift speeds .... 169
Compass, electronic .................. 115
calibration ............................... 116
set zone adjustment ............... 116
Connecting a digital media
player to SYNC....................... 346
Console ...................................... 151
Convertible
cleaning ................................... 250
closing the top ........................ 202
installation of the boot ........... 199
opening the top ...................... 198
Coolant
checking and adding .............. 232
refill capacities ........................ 292
specifications .......................... 292
Creating a playlist ..................... 394
Customer Assistance ................ 207
Ford Extended Service
Plan .................................. 300, 303
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada .............. 216
Getting roadside assistance ... 207
Getting the service you
need ......................................... 212
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ................................. 218
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) ....... 130, 132
Temporary mobility kit ............. 282
Text messaging ......................... 331
Text messaging
(sending, downloading,
deleting) ............................ 332–333
Tilt steering wheel ...................... 73
Tires ........................... 257–258, 277
alignment ................................ 271
care .......................................... 257
changing .......................... 277, 279
checking the pressure ............ 267
inflating ................................... 265
label ......................................... 264
replacing .................................. 269
rotating .................................... 271
safety practices ....................... 270
sidewall information ............... 260
snow tires and chains ............ 272
spare tire ................................. 277
Temporary mobility kit .......... 282
terminology ............................. 258
tire grades ............................... 258
treadwear ........................ 257, 267
Touchscreen features
(climate) .................................... 396
Towing ....................... 194, 196–197
recreational towing ................. 197
trailer towing .......................... 194
wrecker .................................... 196
Traction control ........................ 175
Traction-lok rear axle ............... 171
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................ 342Transmission
automatic operation ............... 165
brake-shift interlock (BSI) .... 167
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) ............................. 236
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) ................................. 237
fluid, refill capacities .............. 292
lubricant specifications .......... 292
Troubleshooting ........................ 411
Trunk ........................................... 67
remote release .................... 64, 66
Turn signal .................................. 81
U
USB port ............................ 126, 346
Using privacy mode .................. 329
V
Vehicle health report ................ 340
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) .......................................... 296
Vehicle loading .......................... 187
Ventilating your vehicle ........... 154
Visor storage system .................. 87
Voice commands in media
mode .......................................... 347
Voice commands in phone
mode .......................................... 327
Voice recognition ...................... 367
W
Warning lights (see Lights) ....... 91
Washer fluid .............................. 238
Water, Driving through ............. 204
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