FUEL QUALITY
Note:Use of any fuel other than thoserecommended may cause vehicle damage,a loss of vehicle performance and repairsmay not be covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel (GasolineVehicles)
Use only UNLEADED gasoline orUNLEADED gasoline blended with amaximum of 15% ethanol in your gasolinevehicle. If your vehicle is a Flex Fuel Vehicle(FFV), it will have a yellow bezel placedover the fuel fill inlet.
Do not use:
•Fuels containing more than 15%ethanol or E-85 fuel.
•Fuels containing methanol.
•Fuels containing metallic basedadditives, including manganese-basedcompounds.
•Fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
•Leaded-fuel (The use of leaded fuel isprohibited by law).
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuelor fuel additives with metallic compounds,including manganese-based additives. Theuse of leaded fuel is prohibited by law.
Note:Use of any fuel other thanrecommended fuel can cause powertraindamage, impair the emission control systemor cause loss of vehicle performance. Anydamage to vehicle that is caused by use offuel not recommended will not be coveredunder warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel (Flex FuelVehicles)
Use only UNLEADED gasoline orUNLEADED gasoline blended with amaximum of 85% ethanol (E-85) in yourflex fuel vehicle (FFV). If your vehicle is flexfuel capable, it will have a yellow bezelplaced over the fuel fill inlet.
Do not use:
•Fuels containing more than 85%ethanol or E-100 fuel.
•Fuels containing methanol.
•Fuels containing metallic basedadditives, including manganese-basedcompounds.
•Fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
•Leaded-fuel (The use of leaded fuel isprohibited by law).
Note:Use of any fuel other thanrecommended fuel can cause powertraindamage, impair the emission control systemor cause loss of vehicle performance. Anydamage to vehicle that is caused by use offuel not recommended will not be coveredunder warranty.
Octane Recommendations
2.5L engine
Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some fuel stations offerfuels posted as regular with an octanerating below 87, particularly in high altitudeareas. Fuels with octane levels below 87are not recommended.
1.6L and 2.0L EcoBoost® engines
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
Note:Transmission fluid should be checkedby an authorized dealer. If required, fluidshould be added by an authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not havea transmission fluid dipstick.
Have an authorized dealer check andchange the transmission fluid and filter atthe correct service interval. SeeScheduled Maintenance (page 428). Yourtransmission does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be checkedif the transmission is not working properly,(i.e., if the transmission slips or shiftsslowly) or if you notice some sign of fluidleakage.
Do not use supplemental transmissionfluid additives, treatments or cleaningagents. The use of these materials mayaffect transmission operation and resultin damage to internal transmissioncomponents.
BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAXlines are within the normal operating range;there is no need to add fluid. If the fluidlevels are outside of the normal operatingrange, the performance of the systemcould be compromised; seek service fromyour authorized dealer immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electricpower steering (EPS) system. There is nofluid reservoir to check or fill.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING
If you operate your vehicle intemperatures below 40°F (5°C), usewasher fluid with antifreezeprotection. Failure to use washer fluid withantifreeze protection in cold weather couldresult in impaired windshield vision andincrease the risk of injury or accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level islow. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 287).
State or local regulations on volatileorganic compounds may restrict the useof methanol, a common windshield washerantifreeze additive. Washer fluidscontaining non-methanol antifreezeagents should be used only if they providecold weather protection without damagingthe vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades orwasher system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetimefuel filter that is integrated with the fueltank. Regular maintenance or replacementis not needed.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosivegases which can cause personalinjury. Therefore, do not allowflames, sparks or lighted substances tocome near the battery. When working nearthe battery, always shield your face andprotect your eyes. Always provide properventilation.
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