
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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Off-road Operation
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect steering linkage, ball joints and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Change engine oil and filter.
*
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and
measure tread depth.
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.
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel.
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EXCEPTIONS
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 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) 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 (seeTechnical specificationsin theCapacities
and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100000 miles (160000 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.
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 replacement:Engine 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.
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fluid, checking and adding ....284
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specifications .................340
lubricant specifications ..........340
parking ....................................214
shift interlock ..........................203
trailer .......................................244
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....340
Car2UHome Automation
System .......................................171
Cargo management system ......236
CD ..............................................117
CD player ..................................115
CD voice commands ................437,
440–441
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................330
Changing the air filter ..............289
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................38
LATCH .......................................27
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........419
Cleaning your vehicle ...............298
engine compartment ..............300
instrument panel ....................302
interior .............................301–302
plastic parts ............................299
washing ....................................298
waxing .....................................300
wheels ......................................303
wiper blades ............................301
Clock ..................................114, 117Console
overhead ............................94, 184
Controls
power seat ...............................156
Coolant ......................................279
checking and adding ..............279
refill capacities ........................340
specifications ..........................340
Creating a playlist .....................443
Cruise control ...........................224
Customer Assistance ................253
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................348, 350
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............262
Getting roadside assistance ...253
Getting the service you
need .........................................258
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................264
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................262
Customizing your home
screen ........................................417
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................87
Defrost ...............................146, 148
rear window ............................152
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................283
engine oil .................................278
Driving under special
conditions ..................204, 209–210
sand .........................................209
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snow and ice ...........................211
through water .................210, 250
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .................146, 148
DVD (if equipped) ....................127
DVD region coding ...................135
DVD system ...............................127
E
Electronic message center .......104
Electronic stability control ......217
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
running out of fuel .................192
Emission control system ..........196
End user license agreement ....457
Engine ........................................339
cleaning ...................................300
coolant .....................................279
fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................285
lubrication specifications .......340
refill capacities ........................340
service points ..........................277
Engine block heater .................188
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............278
dipstick ....................................278
filter, specifications ................343
refill capacities ........................340
specifications ..........................340
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................188
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282Fleet MyKey programming ........58
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....190
Floor mats .................................251
Fluid capacities .........................340
Fog lamps ....................................87
Forward and reverse sensing
system ........................................219
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......205
description ..............................206
driving off road .......................207
indicator light .........................205
Fuel
cap ...........................................194
capacity ...................................340
choosing the right fuel ...........191
filler funnel .............................192
filling your vehicle with fuel ..194
filter, specifications ................284
fuel pump shut-off ..................254
octane rating ...................192, 339
quality ......................................191
running out of fuel .................192
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................190
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................190–191
Fuses ..........................266–267, 271
G
Garage door opener ..........171, 175
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............194
Gauges .........................................97
H
Hazard flashers .........................254
HD Radio™ ...............................427
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