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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Operating in Dusty Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or
six monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
Scheduled Maintenance265
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EXCEPTIONS
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.
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 5000 miles (8000 kilometers).
If the available API “SM” or “SN” oils are not available, then the oil
change service interval is 3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement:Engine air filter
and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty
conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change Six years or 105000 miles (168000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every three years or 45000 miles (72000 km)
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....244
CD ..........................................88–89
CD player ....................................86
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................235
Changing the air filter ..............188
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....28
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................36
LATCH .......................................26
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................21
Cleaning your vehicle ...............201
engine compartment ..............203
instrument panel ....................205
interior .....................................204
plastic parts ............................202
washing ....................................201
waxing .....................................203
wheels ......................................206
wiper blades ............................204
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............94
Clock ......................................88–89
Console ......................................107
overhead ..................................107
Coolant ......................................177
checking and adding ..............177
refill capacities ........................244
specifications ..........................244
Customer Assistance ................149
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................251, 253
Getting roadside assistance ...149Getting the service
you need .................................155
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................161
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................159
D
Defrost .........................................94
rear window ..............................98
Dipstick
automatic transaxle fluid .......181
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................181
engine oil .................................176
Doors
central unlocking ......................58
lubricant specifications ..........244
Driving under special
conditions ..................................124
through water .........................146
E
Electronic stability control ......129
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................151
running out of fuel .................114
Emission control system ..........117
End user license agreement ....307
Engine ........................................243
cleaning ...................................203
coolant .....................................177
fail-safe cooling .......................180
lubrication specifications .......244
refill capacities ........................244
service points ..........................176
Engine block heater .................110
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Engine compartment -
opening ......................................175
Engine oil
checking and adding ......176–177
dipstick ....................................176
filter, specifications ................246
refill capacities ........................244
specifications ..........................244
Event data recording ..................10
Exhaust fumes ..........................110
F
Fail safe cooling ........................180
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....112
Floor mats .................................147
Fluid capacities .........................244
Fog lamps ..............................71–72
Fuel
cap ...........................................115
capacity ...................................244
choosing the right fuel ...........113
filler funnel .............................114
filling your vehicle with fuel ..115
filter, specifications ........184, 246
fuel pump shut-off ..................151
octane rating ...................113, 243
quality ......................................113
running out of fuel .................114
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................112
Fuel and distance computer ......85
to empty indicator ....................85
trip distance ..............................85
trip/reset button .......................85
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV)...112
Fuses ..................................163–164G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............115
Gauges .........................................78
odometer ...................................85
trip odometer ............................85
H
Hazard flashers .........................150
Headlamps ...........................70, 191
aiming ......................................189
bulb specifications ..................200
checking alignment ................189
flash to pass ..............................70
high beam .................................70
replacing bulbs .......................191
turning on and off ....................70
Head restraints .........................100
Heating ........................................94
Hood ..................................173, 175
I
Ignition ...............................109, 243
Illuminated visor mirror .............77
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................119
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................205
cluster ........................................79
J
Jack ............................................235
positioning ...............................235
storage .....................................235
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