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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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Additional Maintenance Items
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace climate-controlled (heated and
cooled) seat filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 97500 miles
(156000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km)Change engine coolant.
*
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles).
Change rear axle fluid.
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
*Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers),
then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
**If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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Radio voice commands .....425, 431
Rear heated seats .....................168
Rear seat entertainment
system ........................................127
Rear view camera display ........221
Rear window defroster .....146, 148
Receiving a text message .........380
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................24
Relays ................................266–267
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................67
locking/unlocking doors ...........64
opening the trunk .....................65
replacing the batteries .............55
Roadside assistance ..................253
Roll stability control .................217
Roof rack ...................................228
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Safety Belt Maintenance ............44
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............37
Safety defects, reporting ..........265
Safety information ....................369
Safety restraints ..............37–38, 40
Belt-Minder.............................41
extension assembly ..................39
for adults .............................37–38
for children .........................19, 24
safety belt maintenance ...........44
seat belt maintenance ..............44
warning light and chime ..........41
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ...........................27Safety seats for children ......19, 24
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................345
Satellite Radio ...........................435
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............356
SD card ......................................448
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............37
Seats
child safety seats ................19, 24
climate control ........................160
filter .........................................343
heated ......................................168
memory seat .....................56, 158
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................72
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................75
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) .........399
Setting a destination ................448
Setting the clock .......................117
Side air curtain ...........................50
Side-curtain airbags system .......50
SIRIUSsatellite radio .....431, 448
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands .................................434
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................444
Snowplowing ...............................15
SOS Post Crash Alert .................47
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................339, 343
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