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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin any of the following conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is
not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in the following tables when specified or
within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED
message appearing in the information display.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes
on at 28751 miles (46270 kilometers); perform the 30000 mile
(48000 kilometer) automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on,
but the odometer reads 30000 miles (48000 kilometers); perform the
engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at 25000 miles [40000 kilometers].)
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
the information display and perform services
listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance
chart.
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints.
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances as in
heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or
livery)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
the information display and perform services
listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance
chart.
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions such as unpaved or
dusty roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and
measure tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
*
Perform multi-point inspection.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid.
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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CD player ..........................336, 365
CD voice commands .................366
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................316
Child safety restraints ..........28, 30
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....30
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................36
LATCH .......................................28
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........343
Cleaning your vehicle ...............287
engine compartment ..............289
instrument panel ....................291
interior .....................................291
plastic parts ............................288
washing ....................................287
waxing .....................................289
wheels ......................................293
wiper blades ............................290
Climate voice commands .........406
Clock ..................................338, 393
Collision Warning System .........215
Console ......................................146
overhead ..................................146
Coolant ......................................267
checking and adding ..............267
refill capacities ........................324
specifications ..........................324
Cross Traffic Alert ....................210
Cruise control ...........................194
Cupholder(s) .............................137
Customer Assistance ................240Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................333
Getting roadside assistance ...240
Getting the service you
need .........................................245
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................251
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................249
D
Defrost .......................................123
rear window ............................125
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................272
engine oil .................................266
Display settings .........................393
Driver alert ................................204
Driving under special
conditions ..................169, 171, 174
sand .........................................172
snow and ice ...........................175
through water .................173, 237
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................123
E
Electronic message center .......108
Electronic stability control ......181
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................242
running out of fuel .................156
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) ..................178
Emission control system ..........161
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