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Maintenance 227
General information...................................227
Opening and closing the hood............................228
Under hood overview..................................229
Engine compartment...................................229
Engine oil dipstick....................................231
Engine oil check......................................231
Engine coolant check..................................232
Automatic transmission fluid check........................236
Brake fluid check.....................................237
Power steering fluid check..............................237
Washer fluid check....................................238
Battery.............................................238
Checking the wiper blades...............................240
Air filter(s)..........................................241
Adjusting the headlamps................................242
Changing a bulb......................................243
Vehicle Care 248
Cleaning products.....................................248
Cleaning the exterior...................................248
Waxing.............................................250
Repairing minor paint damage............................250
Cleaning the engine...................................250
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................251
Cleaning the interior...................................252
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......252
Cleaning leather seats..................................253
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................254
Vehicle storage.......................................254
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the
American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this
trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricants
Specification Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers.
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. SeeCapacities and
Specificationsfor more information.
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the coolant level
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.
Note:Make sure that the level is at the FULL COLD level or within the
COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir.
Note:For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240E available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentrations.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the
COLD FILL RANGE.
If the level is below the COLD FILL RANGE, add coolant immediately.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number / Ford
Specification
Windshield washer fluid Fill as requiredMotorcraftPremium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate (US)
Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid
(Canada)ZC-32-A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16-A2/- -
Fuel tank 16.0 gallons (60.6L) — —
1Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok or TORSENaxles.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has
been submerged in water.2Automatic transmissions that require MERCONLV should only use MERCONLV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other
than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.3Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.4Approximate dry capacity, including cooler and tubes. Fluid level should be checked by an authorized
dealer.5Service refill capacity is covered underChecking and adding manual transmission fluidin this
chapter.6Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A and display the API Certification Mark.
Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit
while maintaining the durability of your engine.
Using oils other than the one specified can result in longer engine cranking periods, reduced engine
performance, reduced fuel economy and increased emission levels.
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Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ................................... 216
Customizing your home
screen ........................................ 365
D
Defrost ............................... 130, 132
rear window ............................ 136
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .......................................... 236
engine oil ................................. 231
Driving under special
conditions .................................. 168
through water ......................... 204
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ......................... 132
E
Electronic message center ......... 96
Electronic stability control ...... 178
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 209
running out of fuel ................. 158
Emission control system .......... 162
End user license agreement .... 412
Engine ........................................ 291
cleaning ................................... 250
fail-safe cooling ....................... 235
idle speed control ................... 238
lubrication specifications ....... 292
refill capacities ........................ 292
service points .................. 229–230
Engine block heater ................. 154Engine oil
checking and adding .............. 231
dipstick .................................... 231
filter, specifications ................ 295
refill capacities ........................ 292
specifications .......................... 292
Event data recording .................. 12
Exhaust fumes .......................... 154
F
Fail safe cooling ........................ 235
Fleet MyKey programming ........ 57
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) .... 156
Floor mats ................................. 205
Fluid capacities ......................... 292
Fuel
calculating fuel economy ......... 97
cap ........................................... 160
capacity ................................... 292
choosing the right fuel ........... 157
filler funnel ............................. 158
filling your vehicle with fuel .. 160
filter, specifications ........ 237, 295
fuel pump shut-off .................. 209
octane rating ................... 157, 291
running out of fuel ................. 158
safety information relating to
automotive fuels ..................... 156
Fuel and distance computer .... 107
outside temperature
indicator .................................. 107
to empty indicator .................. 107
trip distance ............................ 107
trip/reset button ..................... 107
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) ......................................... 156
Fuses .................................. 220–221
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