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Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
every month or at six month 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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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) Hazard warning system operation
Battery performance Horn operation
Engine air filter Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Exhaust system Suspension components for leaks or
damage
Exterior lamps operation Steering and linkage
Fluid levels
*; fill if necessary Tires (including spare) for wear and
proper pressure
For oil and fluid leaks Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Half-shaft dust boots Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power
steering (if equipped) and window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It is your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You will
know what has been checked, what is 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
The following section contains the Normal Scheduled Maintenance. This
schedule is presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with
exceptions as noted.
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
Every 7500 miles
(12000 km) or six
months (whichever
comes first)Change engine oil and filter.*
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km) or
12 months (whichever
comes first)Inspect automatic transmission fluid level.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (4WD vehicles).
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
*Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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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)
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect brake system.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if
equipped with grease fittings.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and
measure tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
*
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Replace spark plugs.
*Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or
Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace 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.
*
Inspect and lubricate U-joints, if equipped with
grease fittings.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
*Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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911 Assist™ ..............................387
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................213
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............376
Accessing the help screen .......447
Accessing the music in
your jukebox .....................441–442
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................399
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................378
Accessory delay ..........................91
Active call menu options .........376
Advanced menu options ...385, 406
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................385
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................47
and child safety seats ..............49
description ................................47
disposal ......................................53
driver airbag ..............................47
passenger airbag .......................47
side airbag ...........................47, 49
Air cleaner filter .......288–289, 343
Air filter .............................289, 343
Air suspension ...........................227
description ..............................227
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................205
Ambulance packages ..................15
AM/FM .......................................424Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................279
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................213
Anti-theft system ..................75, 77
arming the system ..............75, 77
disarming a triggered system ..77
AppLink™ .................................394
Audio system
Single CD ................................117
Audio system (see Radio) .......117
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................200
fluid, adding ............................283
fluid, checking ........................283
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specification ..................340
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..123
Auxiliary powerpoint ................181
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........340
refill capacities ........................340
B
Battery .......................................285
acid, treating emergencies .....285
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................285
replacement, specifications ...343
servicing ..................................285
Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................213
anti-lock ...................................213
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................213
brake warning light ................213
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MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading ..................................135
Map icons ..................................452
Map mode ..................................451
Map updates ..............................454
Master lighting switch ................85
Media Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ..........................405
Message center .........................104
warning messages ...................110
Mirrors ...................................91, 93
programmable memory ............56
side view mirrors (power) .......91
signal .........................................92
Moon roof ....................................95
Motorcraftparts ..............298, 343
MyKey ..........................................58
N
Navigation features ...................448
O
Octane rating ............................192
P
Pairing other phones ................374
Pairing your phone for the
first time ....................................373
Parental MyKey programming ...58
Parking brake ............................214Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........343
Phone Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ..........................384
Phone redial ..............................378
Playing a DVD in the system ...135
Playing music (by artist,
album, genre, playlist,
tracks, similar) ..........................402
POI categories ...........................450
Point of Interest (POI) .............450
Power deployable running
boards ........................................237
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .......................267, 271
Power door locks ........................64
Power liftgate ..............................68
Power mirrors .............................91
Powerpoint ................................181
Power steering ..........................226
fluid, checking and adding ....284
fluid, refill capacity ................340
fluid, specifications .................340
Power Windows ...........................90
Privacy information ..................370
Putting a call on/off hold .........376
Q
Quick touch buttons .................453
R
Radio ..........................................117
Single CD ................................117
Radio reception .........................115
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Special notice
ambulance conversions ............15
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................340
Stability system .........................217
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......187
Starting your vehicle ........186–187
jump starting ..........................255
Status bars ................................417
Steering wheel ............................79
controls ......................................80
tilting .........................................79
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................47
SYNCAppLink™ ....................394
SYNCcustomer support .........369
SYNCServices .........................392
System overview .......................414
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .......146, 148
Text messaging .........................380
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....380, 382
Third-row power fold seat .......170
Tilt steering wheel ......................79
Tires ...........................310–311, 330
alignment ................................324
care ..........................................310
changing ..........................330, 332
checking the pressure ............320
inflating ...................................318
label .........................................317
replacing ..................................322
rotating ....................................324safety practices .......................323
sidewall information ...............313
snow tires and chains ............325
spare tire .................................330
terminology .............................311
tire grades ...............................311
treadwear ........................310, 320
Towing .......................239, 247–248
recreational towing .................248
trailer towing ..........................239
wrecker ....................................247
Traction control ........................215
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................392
Trailer sway control ..................239
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....203
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................283
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
lubricant specifications ..........340
Troubleshooting ................142, 456
Turn signal ..................................87
U
Universal garage door opener ..171
USB port ....................................124
Using privacy mode ..................376
V
Vehicle health report ................390
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................344
Vehicle loading ..........................229
Ventilating your vehicle ...........188
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