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Trailer Lamps
WARNING:Never connect any trailer lamp wiring to the
vehicle’s tail lamp wiring; this may damage the electrical system
resulting in a fire. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible for
assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical
equipment may be required.
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing up to get the feel of your
vehicle-trailer combination before starting on a trip. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels clear curbs and other obstacles.
When Towing a Trailer
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles
(800 kilometers).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts
thoroughly after you have traveled 50 miles (80 kilometers).
•When stopped in congested or heavy traffic during hot weather, place
the gearshift in positionPto aid engine and transmission cooling and
to help air conditioning performance.
•Turn off the speed control with heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The
speed control may turn off automatically when you are towing on
long, steep grades.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving down a long or steep hill. Do not
apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less
effective.
•If your transmission is equipped with a Grade Assist or Tow/Haul
feature, use this feature when towing. This provides engine braking
and helps eliminate excessive transmission shifting for optimum fuel
economy and transmission cooling.
•If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac™ with RSC, this system
may turn on during typical cornering maneuvers with a heavily loaded
trailer. This is normal. Turning the corner at a slower speed while
towing may reduce this tendency.
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•Add particular accessories to your vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors,
rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks).
•Drive with the wheels out of alignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNING:Do not drive through flowing or deep water as you
may lose control of your vehicle.
Note:Driving through standing water can cause vehicle damage.
Note:Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water, check the depth. Never drive
through water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel hubs.
When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle. Your
brake performance and traction may be
limited. After driving through water and as
soon as it is safe to do so:
•Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
•Check that the horn works.
•Check that the exterior lights work.
•Turn the steering wheel to check that the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING:Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the
foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere
with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING:Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
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Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert, such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed at the
specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using
a Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
every month or at six month intervals.
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, safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as
necessary.
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EXCEPTIONS
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/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100000 miles (160000 km). 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 replacement:Engine 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.
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911 Assist™ ......................405, 482
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................212
Accessing and using your
USB port ....................................461
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............394
Accessing your calendar ..........481
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................418
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................396
Accessory delay ..........................98
Active call menu options .........394
Adding (pairing) a phone ........468
Advanced menu
options ...............................403, 424
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................403
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................47
and child safety seats ..............48
description ................................47
disposal ......................................53
driver airbag ..............................47
passenger airbag .......................47
side airbag ...........................47–48
Air cleaner filter .......303–304, 360
Air conditioning ................136, 138
manual heating and air
conditioning system .......136, 138
Air filter .............................304, 360All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................203
Ambient mood/lighting .............488
Ambulance packages ..................15
AM/FM .......................................449
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................294
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................212
Anti-theft system ..................79, 82
arming the system ..............79, 82
disarming a triggered
system .......................................82
AppLink™ .................................413
Ashtray(s) .................................176
Audio system
Single CD ........................370, 375
Audio system
(see Radio) ........................370, 375
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................194
fluid, adding ............................298
fluid, checking ........................298
fluid, refill capacities ..............356
fluid, specification ..................356
Selectshift (SST) ....................197
Auxiliary Input Jack .................458
Auxiliary input jack
(Line in) ....................................383
Auxiliary powerpoint ................173
A/V inputs ..........................385, 465
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........356
refill capacities ........................356
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Battery .......................................300
acid, treating emergencies .....300
jumping a disabled battery ....271
maintenance-free ....................300
replacement, specifications ...360
servicing ..................................300
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................230
Booster seats ...............................30
Brakes ........................................212
anti-lock ...................................212
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................212
brake warning light ................212
fluid, checking and adding ....299
fluid, refill capacities ..............356
fluid, specifications .................356
lubricant specifications ..........356
parking ....................................213
shift interlock ..................199–200
trailer ...............................254–255
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....356
Cargo management system ......244
CD ......................................370, 375
CD player ..........................368, 460
CD voice commands .................461
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................347
Changing the air filter ..............304
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................38
LATCH .......................................23Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................30
Cleaning the touchscreen ........440
Cleaning your vehicle ...............313
engine compartment ..............315
instrument panel ....................318
interior .....................................317
plastic parts ............................314
washing ....................................313
waxing .....................................315
wheels ......................................320
wiper blades ............................316
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .............................136, 138
Climate voice commands .........500
Clock ..................................370, 486
Console
overhead ..........................101, 176
Controls
power seat ...............................153
Coolant ......................................294
checking and adding ..............294
refill capacities ........................356
specifications ..........................356
Cross Traffic Alert ....................230
Cruise control ...........................228
Customer Assistance ................268
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................365
Getting roadside assistance ...268
Getting the service you
need .........................................274
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................280
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................278
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Defrost .......................136, 138, 140
rear window ............................146
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................298
engine oil .................................293
Display settings .........................487
Driving under special
conditions ..................202, 208–209
sand .........................................208
snow and ice ...........................210
through water .................209, 266
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................140
E
Electronic stability control ......217
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................271
running out of fuel .................186
Emission control system ..........191
End user license agreement ....520
Engine ........................................355
cleaning ...................................315
coolant .....................................294
fail-safe cooling .......................297
idle speed control ...................300
lubrication specifications .......356
refill capacities ........................356
service points ..........................292
Engine block heater .................182
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............293
dipstick ....................................293
filter, specifications ................360
refill capacities ........................356specifications ..........................356
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................182
F
Fail safe cooling ........................297
Fleet MyKey programming ........62
Floor mats .................................266
Fluid capacities .........................356
Forward and reverse sensing
system ........................................222
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......203
description ..............................204
driving off road .......................206
indicator light .........................203
Fuel
cap ...........................................189
capacity ...................................356
choosing the right fuel ...........185
filler funnel .............................186
filling your vehicle with fuel ..189
filter, specifications ................299
fuel pump shut-off ..................270
octane rating ...................186, 355
quality ......................................185
running out of fuel .................186
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................184
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................185
Fuses ..................................282, 286
G
Garage door opener ..................168
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............189
Gauges ...............................104, 106
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