GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has
many quality products available to clean
your vehicle and protect its finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42)
Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner
(ZC-15)
Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A)
Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24)
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20)
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada
only) (CXC-66-A)
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada
only) (CXC-101)
Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-100)
Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield
Washer Fluid (Canada only) [CXC-37-(A,
B, D or F)]
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash
Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S. only)
(ZC-32-B1)
Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet
& Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S.
only) (ZC-14)
Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner
(ZC-23)
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner
(ZC-37-A)
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash.
•
Never use strong household detergents
or soap, such as dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the
touch ” or during exposure to strong,
direct sunlight.
• Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel in order to eliminate
water spotting.
• Immediately remove items such as
gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and
insect deposits because they can cause
damage to your vehicle ’s paintwork
and trim over time. Use Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.
• Remove any exterior accessories, such
as antennas, before entering a car
wash.
Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage any painted surface; if these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash off as soon as possible.
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)
Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
sprayer on the surface or edge of stripes
and graphics. This can cause damage to
the film and cause the edge of the film to
peel away from the vehicle surface.
Exterior Chrome
Note: Never use abrasive materials such as
steel wool or plastic pads as they can
scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel
covers
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•
Wash your vehicle first, using cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail
Wash.
• Use Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal
Cleaner. Apply the product as you
would a wax to clean bumpers and
other chrome parts; allow the cleaner
to dry for a few minutes, then wipe off
the haze with a clean, dry rag.
• Do not apply cleaning product to hot
surfaces and do not leave cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.
• Using other non-recommended
cleaners can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.
Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free from packed dirt.
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
Use only approved products to clean
plastic parts
• For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
• If tar or grease spots are present, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax. •
Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
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•
Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner.
• For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a
circular motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
fluid.
Note: Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR WARNINGS
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach
or dye on the vehicle
’s safety belts,
as these actions may weaken the
belt webbing. WARNINGS
On vehicles equipped with
seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong
detergents. Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and
affect performance of the side airbag in a
collision. For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts
and seats equipped with side airbags:
•
Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
• If grease or tar is present on the
material, spot-clean the area first with
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose
Cleaner.
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate)
or the ring will set.
• Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect
the flame retardant abilities of the seat
materials.
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS WARNING
Do not use chemical solvents or
strong detergents when cleaning the
steering wheel or instrument panel
to avoid contamination of the airbag
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Ford part number /
Ford specification
Ford part name or equi-
valent
Capacity
Item
1.1 quarts (1L)
Inverter system
controller
coolant 8
ZC-32-A1 or ZC-32-B1(U.S.)
Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Wash
Concentrates (U.S. only)
Fill as required
Windshield
washer fluid / WSS-M14P19-A
—
—
13.5 gallons (51.1L)
C-MAX fuel tank
14 gallons (53L)
C-MAX Energi
fuel tank
YN-19 (U.S.) / WSH-M17B19-A
Motorcraft R-134a
Refrigerant
1.63 lb (0.74 kg)
A/C refrigerant 9
CYN-16-R (Canada)/ WSH-M17B19-A
YN-32 /--
Motorcraft Electric A/C
Refrigerant Compressor Oil
5.2 fluid ounces
(153.8ml)
A/C refrigerant
compressor oil 9
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Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections 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 and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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Check Every 12 Months (C-MAX Energi
Plug-in Hybrid Only)
Inspect the engine oil filter for signs of
damage such as rust, paint blistering,
scratches or dents. If any of these
conditions are present, replace the filter.
See Normal Scheduled Maintenance
(page 421). 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. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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Motorcraft Parts..........................................266
MyFord Touch
™...........................................322
General Information.......................................... 322
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................52
MyKey ™.............................................................49
Principle of Operation........................................ 49
N
Navigation......................................................387 cityseekr................................................................ 389
Map Mode............................................................ 392
Navigation Map Updates................................ 394
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 394
Point of Interest (POI) Categories..............388
Quick-touch Buttons........................................ 393
Setting a Destination........................................ 387
Setting Your Navigation Preferences.........390
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........421 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® (C-MAX Energi
Plug-in Hybrid Only)..................................... 421
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 422
O
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........................................ 212
Opening and Closing the Hood
.............209
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................198
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........198
Overhead Console
........................................123
P
Parking Aid
......................................................162
Front Sensing System....................................... 163
Rear Sensing System........................................ 162
Parking Aids....................................................162
Parking Brake
..................................................157
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................63
SecuriLock®........................................................... 63
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 63
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
..........................33
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?................................................................... 33Phone...............................................................359
Making Calls........................................................ 360
Pairing Subsequent Phones......................... 360
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time.................................................................. 360
Phone Menu Options........................................ 361
Phone Settings................................................... 362
Phone Voice Commands................................ 363
Receiving Calls..................................................... 361
Text Messaging.................................................... 361
Post-Crash Alert System
...........................193
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 55
Power Liftgate................................................60 Obstacle Detection............................................. 62
Opening and Closing the Liftgate.................. 60
Setting the Liftgate Open Height................... 62
Power Seats.....................................................113 Power Lumbar...................................................... 114
Power Steering Fluid Check......................217
Power Windows..............................................76 Accessory Delay..................................................... 77
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 76
One-Touch Down................................................. 76
One-Touch Up....................................................... 76
Window Lock.......................................................... 76
R
Rear Seat Armrest
.........................................116
Rear Seats........................................................115 Folding the Seatback (If Equipped).............115
Unfolding the Seatback.................................... 115
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................174
Rear View Camera.......................................168 Using the Rear View Camera System.........168
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera................................... 168
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........70 Rear Window Washer......................................... 70
Rear Window Wiper............................................ 70
Refueling..........................................................138 Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System
(Non-Energi Vehicles)................................. 138
Easy Fuel ™ Capless System (Energi
Vehicles Only)................................................. 139
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W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................83
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 84
Battery..................................................................... 84
Brake System........................................................ 84
Cruise Control........................................................ 84
Direction Indicator............................................... 84
Door Ajar................................................................. 84
Engine and Motor Coolant Temperature..................................................... 84
Engine Oil................................................................ 84
EV Later................................................................... 85
EV Now.................................................................... 84
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 85
Front Airbag........................................................... 85
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 85
High Beam.............................................................. 85
Liftgate Ajar............................................................ 85
Low Battery............................................................ 85
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 85
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 85
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist..............85
Parking Lamps...................................................... 85
Powertrain Fault................................................... 85
Ready to Drive....................................................... 86
Service Engine Soon........................................... 86
Stability Control................................................... 86
Stability Control Off............................................ 86
Stop Safely............................................................. 86
Vehicle Plugged in............................................... 86
Washer Fluid Check......................................217
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 232
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 68
Waxing.............................................................233
Wheels and Tires.........................................239 Technical Specifications................................. 263
Windows and Mirrors....................................76
Windshield Washers
.....................................69
Windshield Wipers........................................68
Intermittent Wipe................................................ 68
Speed dependent wipers (if equipped).......................................................... 68
Wipers and Washers
....................................68
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