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Normal scheduled maintenance*
At every oil change
interval as indicated by
the information displayChange engine oil and filter.**
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect engine cooling system strength and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings (All-wheel drive
vehicles).
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
*Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between
service intervals.
**Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
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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 (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus).
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 (if equipped).
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 (except
Focus).
Every 50000 miles
(80000 km)Change manual transmission fluid.
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Exclusive use of E85 (flex fuel vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel.
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................187
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................321
cluster ......................................113
Intelligent Access Key ................66
J
Jack ............................................349
positioning ...............................349
storage .....................................349
Jump-starting your vehicle ......268
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................78
keypad .......................................84
locking and unlocking doors ....85
programming entry code .........84
Keys .............................................86
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................316
headlamps, flash to pass ..........96
interior lamps .........................102
replacing bulbs .......................314
Lane keeping system ................226
LATCH anchors ...........................30
Liftgate ........................................79
Lights, warning and indicator ..113
Lincoln adaptive drive ..............239
Listening to music ....................389Load limits .................................244
Locks
autolock .....................................78
childproof ..................................37
doors ..........................................76
Lubricant specifications ...........360
Lug nuts ....................................356
M
Making and receiving calls .......412
MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading ..................................412
Map icons ..................................451
Map mode ..................................449
Map preferences .......................447
Map updates ..............................453
Message center .........................119
warning messages ...................125
Mirrors ...............................107, 109
fold away .................................107
programmable memory ............67
side view mirrors (power) .....107
Moon roof ..................................110
Motorcraft® parts .............317, 364
MyFord Touch™ system ..........377
MyKey ..........................................72
MyLincoln Touch™ system ......374
N
Navigation features ...................443
Navigation voice commands ....453
Notifications ..............................424
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