2014 FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) brake fluid

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.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamageExhaust system
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Fluid levels*; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-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 expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
Your vehicle is equipped with an IntelligentOil-Life Monitor that determines when youshould change the engine oil based on howyour vehicle is used. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
This means you do not have to rememberto change the oil on a mileage-basedschedule. Your vehicle lets you know whenan oil change is due by displaying ENGINEOIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGEREQUIRED in the information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and exampleInterval
Normal
7500-10000 miles(12000-16000 km)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles(8000-11999 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme3000-4999 miles(4800-7999 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*
Change engine oil and filter.**
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (All-wheeldrive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (All-wheel drive vehicles).
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................110About This Manual...........................................7Protecting the Environment................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................163ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................163Accessories...................................................409Exterior style.......................................................409Interior style........................................................409Lifestyle................................................................409Peace of mind....................................................409AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation.............................................11ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............180Active Park Assist..........................................172Automatic Steering into ParkingSpace..................................................................173Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........174Troubleshooting the System..........................174Using Active Park Assist...................................172Adjusting the Headlamps........................248Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................249Vertical Aim Adjustment................................248Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................64Airbag Disposal...............................................43Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................110AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................63All-Wheel Drive.............................................158Ambient Lighting............................................74Anti-Theft Alarm............................................63Arming the Alarm.................................................63Disarming the Alarm...........................................63Appendices......................................................411Audible Warnings and Indicators.............86Headlamps On Warning Chime.....................86Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................86Keyless Warning Alert........................................86Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................86
Audio Control..................................................64MEDIA.......................................................................64Seek, Next or Previous.......................................64Audio Input Jack...........................................307Audio System................................................294General Information.........................................294Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite Radio.............................295Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD...........................................................297Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD...................................................................299Menu Structure..................................................300Autolamps........................................................69Automatic Climate Control.........................111Automatic High Beam Control...................71Activating the System.........................................72Manually Overriding the System.....................72Automatic Transmission............................154Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning.............................................................157Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................156If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow...................................................................157SelectShift Automatic™Transmission...................................................155Understanding the Positions of YourAutomatic Transmission.............................154Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................245Auto-Start-Stop............................................142Disabling Auto StartStop................................143Enabling Auto StartStop..................................142Autowipers........................................................67Auxiliary Power Points................................133110 Volt AC Power Point....................................13312 Volt DC Power Point.....................................133Locations................................................................133AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................158
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Blind Spot Information System...............191Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®)with Cross Traffic Alert.................................191Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........236
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Booster Seats..................................................20Types of Booster Seats......................................20Brake and Clutch Fluid Check.................245Brakes...............................................................163General Information..........................................163Breaking-In......................................................213Bulb Specification Chart...........................253
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Cabin Air Filter................................................119California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications................287Technical Specifications..................................291Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256Center Console..............................................135Changing a Bulb............................................251Lamp Assembly Condensation.....................251Replacing a Reverse Lamp Bulb..................252Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs....................251Replacing the License Plate LampBulb....................................................................253Replacing the Tail, Brake, High-MountBrake Lamp, and Turn Signal LampBulbs..................................................................252Changing a Fuse...........................................235Fuses.......................................................................235Changing a Road Wheel...........................282Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.....................................................282Stowing the flat tire..........................................285Tire Change Procedure....................................283Changing the 12V Battery.........................245Changing the Engine Air Filter.................2552.5L Engine...........................................................255EcoBoost Engines..............................................255Changing the Wiper Blades.....................247Checking MyKey System Status................51Checking the Wiper Blades......................247Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance.................................................32Child Safety.......................................................13General Information.............................................13Child Safety Locks..........................................23Left-Hand Side......................................................24Right-Hand Side...................................................24Child Seat Positioning...................................22
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259Cleaning Products.......................................256Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................260Cleaning the Engine....................................257Cleaning the Exterior..................................256Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts......................257Exterior Chrome.................................................256Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)................256Underbody............................................................257Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................258Cleaning the Interior...................................258Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................258Clearing All MyKeys........................................51Climate............................................................396Climate Control Voice Commands.............399Climate Control..............................................110Collision Warning System.........................196PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION...........................196Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................242Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42Creating a MyKey.............................................51Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings................................................................51Cruise Control..................................................65Principle of Operation.......................................179Type 1........................................................................65Type 2.......................................................................65Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................179Customer Assistance.................................220
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps..............................71Digital Radio..................................................302HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................303Direction Indicators........................................73Driver Alert......................................................186PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION...........................186USING DRIVER ALERT.....................................186
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VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............289Voice Control...................................................65
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................82Adaptive Cruise Control.....................................83Anti-Lock Braking System................................83Auto Start-stop.....................................................83Battery......................................................................83Blind Spot Monitor..............................................83Brake System.........................................................83Cruise Control........................................................83Direction Indicator...............................................83Door Ajar.................................................................84Electric Park Brake...............................................84Engine Coolant Temperature..........................84Engine Oil................................................................84Fasten Safety Belt...............................................84Front Airbag...........................................................84Front Fog Lamps..................................................84Heads Up Display................................................84High Beam..............................................................84Hood Ajar................................................................84Lane Keeping Aid.................................................84Low Fuel Level......................................................84Low Tire Pressure Warning...............................84Parking Lamps......................................................85Powertrain Fault...................................................85Service Engine Soon...........................................85Stability Control...................................................85Stability Control Off............................................85Trunk Ajar................................................................85Washer Fluid Check....................................245WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256See: Wipers and Washers..................................67Waxing..............................................................257Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................282Wheels and Tires.........................................263Technical Specifications.................................286Windows and Mirrors....................................75Windshield Washers.....................................68Windshield Wipers.........................................67Intermittent Wipe.................................................67Speed Dependent Wipers.................................67
Wipers and Washers.....................................67
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