
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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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months,
whichever comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles (seeTechnical specificationsin theCapacities
and Specificationschapter for details).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle
fluid every 100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear axle fluid change
may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B
or equivalent. Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier
XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok
rear axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water.
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle
East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates
using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline
Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil
change interval is 5000 miles (8000 kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change
service interval is 3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement:Engine air filter and
cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty
conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
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911 Assist™ ..............................388
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................177
Accessing and using your
USB port ....................................366
Accessing your calendar ..........388
Accessory delay ..........................95
Active Park Assist .....................184
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........195
Adding (pairing) a phone ........374
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................46
and child safety seats ..............47
description ................................46
disposal ......................................56
driver airbag ..............................46
passenger airbag .......................46
side airbag ...........................46, 51
Air cleaner filter .......280–281, 328
Air filter, cabin ..........................126
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................170
Ambient mood/lighting .............395
AM/FM .......................................353
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................267
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................177
Anti-theft system ..................77, 79
arming the system ..............77, 79
disarming a triggered system ..79
Audio system
Single CD ................................338
Audio system (see Radio) .......338Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................165
fluid, adding ............................272
fluid, checking ........................272
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
fluid, specification ..................324
Selectshift (SST) ....................166
Auxiliary Input Jack .................362
Auxiliary powerpoint ................145
A/V inputs ..........................339, 371
B
Battery .......................................278
acid, treating emergencies .....278
jumping a disabled battery ....242
maintenance-free ....................278
replacement, specifications ...328
servicing ..................................278
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................210
Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................177
anti-lock ...................................177
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................177
brake warning light ................177
fluid, checking and adding ....277
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
fluid, specifications .................324
lubricant specifications ..........324
parking ....................................178
shift interlock ..........................168
trailer .......................................231
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....324
CD ..............................................338
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Tires ...........................296–297, 316
alignment ................................310
care ..........................................296
changing ..........................316, 318
checking the pressure ............306
inflating ...................................304
label .........................................303
replacing ..................................308
rotating ....................................310
safety practices .......................309
sidewall information ...............299
snow tires and chains ............311
spare tire .................................316
terminology .............................297
tire grades ...............................297
treadwear ........................296, 306
Touchscreen features
(climate) ....................................404
Towing .......................229, 233–234
recreational towing .................234
trailer towing ..........................229
wrecker ....................................233
Traction control ........................179
Traffic preferences ...................411
Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............324
lubricant specifications ..........324
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....168
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................272Trunk .....................................74–75
remote release ..........................69
Turn signal ..................................93
U
USB port ............................339, 366
V
Vehicle health report ................390
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................328
Vehicle loading ..........................222
Ventilating your vehicle ...........151
Voice recognition ......................347
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .....102
Washer fluid ..............................277
Water, Driving through .............237
Windows
power .........................................94
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................85
checking and adding fluid .....277
replacing wiper blades ...........280
Wrecker towing .........................233
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