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Maintenance 231
General information...................................231
Opening and closing the hood............................232
Under hood overview..................................233
Engine oil dipstick....................................234
Engine oil check......................................234
Engine coolant check..................................235
Automatic transmission fluid check........................238
Brake fluid check.....................................239
Fuel filter...........................................239
Washer fluid check....................................240
Changing the vehicle battery.............................240
Checking the wiper blades..............................241
Air filter(s).........................................243
Adjusting the headlamps................................245
Removing a headlamp..................................246
Changing a bulb......................................247
Bulb specification chart.................................252
Vehicle Care 253
Cleaning products.....................................253
Cleaning the exterior..................................253
Waxing.............................................255
Repairing minor paint damage............................255
Cleaning the engine...................................256
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................256
Cleaning the interior...................................257
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......258
Cleaning leather seats..................................259
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................259
Vehicle storage.......................................260
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Fuel pump
resetFuse
compartmentHazard
warning
flasher
Heated rear
windowInterior
luggage
compartment
releaseJack
Lighting
controlLow tire
pressure
warningMaintain
correct fluid
level
Panic alarmParking aid
systemParking
brake system
Power
steering fluidPower
windows
front and
rearPower
window
lockout
Service
engine soonSide airbagStability
control
Windshield
defrost and
demistWindshield
washer and
wiper
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. Additionally, when your vehicle is in for service or repair,
Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities
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WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note:Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat.
Pull the lever toward you to spray
the windshield. After you release the
lever, the wipers will operate for a
short time.
A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining
washer fluid.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS (IF EQUIPPED)
Rear Window Wiper
A. Intermittent wipe
B. Low-speed wipe
C. Off
Press the top of the button at the end of the lever to switch on the
intermittent wiper. Press the button again to switch on low-speed wipe.
Press the bottom of the button to switch the wiper off, or to change the
wiper speed from low-speed to intermittent.
When you shift into R (Reverse), the rear wiper will turn on to
intermittent if the front wipers are activated.
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Maintenance Message Action / Description
Engine oil change due Displays when the engine oil life is
depleted and requires a change.
SeeEngine oilin the
Maintenance and specifications
chapter for more information.
Brake fluid level low Service now Indicates the brake fluid level is
low and the brake system should
be inspected immediately. Refer to
Brake fluidin theMaintenance
and Specificationschapter.
Contact your authorized dealer.
Washer fluid level low Displays when the washer fluid is
low and needs to be refilled. Refer
toWindshield washer fluidin the
Maintenance and Specifications
chapter.
MyKey® Message Action / Description
MyKey active Drive Safely Displays when MyKey® is active.
MyKey Speed Limited to
XX MPH/km/hDisplays when starting the vehicle
and MyKey® is in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on.
MyKey Vehicle Near Top Speed Displays when a MyKey® is in use
and the MyKey speed limit is on
and the vehicle speed is
approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
MyKey Buckle Up to Unmute
AudioDisplays when a MyKey® is in use
and Belt-Minder® is activated.
MyKey Park aid cannot be
deactivatedDisplays when a MyKey® is in use
and park aid is activated.
Key is Already a MyKey Displays when trying to create a
MyKey® with a key already
designated as a MyKey®.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
2.0L Engine
(Shown without engine cover, if equipped)
A. Engine coolant reservoir
B. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
C. Battery
D. Power distribution box
E. Air filter assembly
F. Engine oil filler cap
G. Engine oil dipstick
H. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
ABCD
EFGH
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Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring System
Note:Reset the oil life monitoring only after an oil change.
1. Turn the ignition key to the on position. Do not start the engine.
For vehicles with push-button start, press and hold the start button for
two seconds without pressing the brake pedal. Do not attempt to start
the engine.
2. Press both the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
3. Keep both pedals fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, theService: Oil reset in prog.message will be
displayed.
5. After 25 seconds, theService: Oil reset completemessage will be
displayed.
6. Release both the accelerator and brake pedals.
7.
TheService: Oil reset completemessage will no longer be displayed.
8. Rotate the key to the off position.
For vehicles with push-button start, press the start button to turn the
vehicle off completely.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.
The coolant concentration should be maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F (-37°C).
Note:For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240 available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentrations.
Note:Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on
the coolant reservoir.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolant immediately. SeeAdding
Engine Coolantin this chapter.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
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Adding Engine Coolant
WARNING:Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.
Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system
can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts.
WARNING:Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant
could make it difficult to see through the windshield.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
WARNING:Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark.
Note:Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling system sealants or additives
as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.
This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
Note:During normal vehicle operation, the engine coolant may change
color from orange to pink or light red. As long as the engine coolant is
clear and uncontaminated, this color change does not indicate the engine
coolant has degraded nor does it require the engine coolant to be
drained, the system to be flushed, or the engine coolant to be replaced.
•DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle.
Make sure the correct coolant is used. Mixing of engine coolants may
harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of an improper coolant
may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the
warranty.
•In case of emergency, a large amount of water without engine coolant
may be added in order to reach a vehicle service location. In this
instance, the cooling system must be drained, chemically cleaned with
Motorcraft Premium Cooling System Flush, and refilled with engine
coolant as soon as possible. Water alone (without engine coolant) can
cause engine damage from corrosion, overheating or freezing.
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4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at
the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theTechnical
Specificationssection in theCapacities and Specificationschapter.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating range, the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering (EPS) system.
There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. For additional information on
the electric power steering (EPS) system, Refer toDriving Aids.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING:If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40°F (5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure
to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or
accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. Only use a washer fluid
that meets Ford specifications. See the technical specifications chart in
theCapacities and Specificationschapter.
Note:The front and rear washer systems are supplied from the same
reservoir.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
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