
Maintenance
General Information....................................210
Opening and Closing the Hood
...............210
Under Hood Overview -
2.3L
EcoBoost™..................................................211
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................212
Under Hood Overview -
5.0L 32V
Ti-VCT...........................................................213
Engine Oil Dipstick
.......................................214
Engine Oil Check...........................................214
Engine Coolant Check
.................................215
Manual Transmission Fluid Check.........219
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................219
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check..................219
Power Steering Fluid Check......................219
Washer Fluid Check....................................220
Fuel Filter
........................................................220
Changing the 12V Battery.........................220
Checking the Wiper Blades......................222
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................222
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................223
Changing a Bulb...........................................224
Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................227
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................228
Cleaning Products.......................................228
Cleaning the Exterior..................................228
Waxing.............................................................229
Cleaning the Engine....................................229
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................230
Cleaning the Interior...................................230
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.......................230
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................231
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
...............232
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................232 Vehicle Storage
.............................................232
Wheels and Tires
Temporary Mobility Kit
..............................235
Tire Care
...........................................................241
Using Summer Tires
...................................256
Using Snow Chains.....................................256
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........257
Changing a Road Wheel...........................260
Driving at High Speed................................265
Technical Specifications..........................266
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications.................................267
Motorcraft Parts
..........................................268
Vehicle Identification Number
...............268
Vehicle Certification Label.......................269
Transmission Code Designation............270
Capacities and Specifications -
2.3L
EcoBoost™.................................................271
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.....275
Capacities and Specifications -
5.0L 32V
Ti-VCT..........................................................279
Audio System
General Information
...................................283
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/
Satellite Radio............................284
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD..........................................................287
Digital Radio
..................................................288
Satellite Radio
..............................................290
Audio Input Jack...........................................293
USB Port
.........................................................294
Media Hub......................................................294
SYNC™
General Information...................................295
Using Voice Recognition............................297
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the
normal range, add engine oil that
meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
267
).
3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into
the opening.
4. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure
the oil level is not above the normal
operating range on the engine oil level
dipstick.
5. Install the engine oil level dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
6. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until
three clicks are heard or until the cap
is fully seated.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, spilling
coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Do not put engine coolant in the
windshield washer fluid container. If
sprayed on the windshield, engine
coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield. WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure. Steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when you loosen the cap
slightly. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX mark.
Checking the Engine Coolant
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information.
See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 414).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F
(-37°C).
Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Robinair Coolant and
Battery Refractometer 75240. We do not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant,
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside
of its specified function and vehicle location.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
5.0L V8
3.7 V6
2.3L I4 Ecoboost
Engine
302
226
138
Cubic inches
Minimum 87 octane
Minimum 87 octane
Minimum 87 octane
Required fuel
1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
1-4-2-5-3-6
1-3-4-2
Firing order
Coil on plug
Coil on plug
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.049-.053 in. (1.25-1.35 mm)
.049-.053 in. (1.25-
1.35 mm)
.027-.031 in. (.70-.80
mm)
Spark plug gap
11.0:1
10.5:1
9.5:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing
2.3L I4 Engine 3.7L V6 Engines with A/C
5.0L V8 Engines with A/C
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS
5.0L V8 engine
3.7L V6 engine
2.3L I4 Ecoboost
Component
FA-1918
Air filter element
FL-500-S
FL-500-S
FL-910-S
Oil filter
BXT-96R-590
Battery
SP-519 / CYFS-12Y
SP-520 / CYFS-12F-
5
SP-537 / CYFS-12Y-2
Spark plugs
WW-2201-PF (driver side)
Windshield wiper
blade WW-2001-PF (passenger side)
FP53
Cabin air filter
We recommend Motorcraft replacement
parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are
engineered for your vehicle. Use of other
parts may impact vehicle performance,
emissions and durability. Your warranty
may be void for any damage related to use
of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use
an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 414).
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is
located on the left-hand side of the
instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is
representative of your vehicle identification
number.
The Vehicle Identification Number contains
the following information:
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Capacities
WARNING
The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R-134a under high
pressure. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Have the air conditioning refrigerant system serviced only by qualified personnel.
Capacity
Item
5.7 qt (5.4 L)
Engine oil
9.5 qt (8.96 L)
Engine coolant
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid
3.2 pt (1.5L)
Rear axle fluid
4.0 fl oz (118 ml)
Rear axle friction modifier
11.6 qt (10.98 L)
Automatic transmission fluid 1
2.7 qt (2.6 L)
Manual transmission fluid 1
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid
15.5 gal (58.8 L)
Fuel tank
21.2 oz (0.6 kg)
A/C Refrigerant
3.4 fl oz (100.5 ml)
A/C Refrigerant Compressor Oil
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
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Specifications
Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (U.S.):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil
XO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LSP12
WSS-M2C946-A
Recommended motor oil (Mexico):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
MXO-5W30-QSP
WSS-M2C946-A
Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
XO-5W30-QFS
WSS-M2C946-A
Optional motor oil (Canada):
Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil
CXO-5W30-LFS12
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
VC-3DIL-B
WSS-M97B44-D2
Engine coolant (Canada):
Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
CVC-3DIL-B
WSS-M6C65-A2
Brake fluid:
Motorcraft DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
PM-20
WSS-M2C942-A
Rear axle fluid:
Motorcraft SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear
Lubricant
XY-75W85-QL
EST-M2C118-A
Rear axle friction modifier (U.S. and Mexico): 1
Motorcraft Additive Friction Modifier
XL-3
EST-M2C118-A
Rear axle friction modifier (Canada): 1
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Specification
Name
Motorcraft Additive Friction Modifier
CXL-3 WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) (U.S. and Mexico):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C938-A
Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) (Canada):
MERCON LV
Motorcraft MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-LV12
WSS-M2C200-D2
Manual transmission fluid (MT80):
Motorcraft Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
XT-11-QDC
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico):
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Mexico):
Motorcraft R-134a Refrigerant
MYN-19
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5
--
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
XL-1
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Specification
Name
--
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
--
Lock cylinders (Mexico):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
MXL-1
1 For complete refill of limited slip Ford axles, add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier
XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A. Ford rear axles contain a
synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless you submerge the axle in water.
If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this may lead to:
• Component damage which is not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor
oil is not mandatory. Only use fluid that
meets Ford specifications. Motor oils of
the recommended viscosity grade that
meet API SN requirements and display the
API Certification Mark for gasoline engines
are also acceptable. Do not use oil labeled
with API SN service category unless the
label also displays the API certification
mark. An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
the International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC).
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by your vehicle warranty.
Note:
Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid
or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use
of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause degraded brake
performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid
clean and dry. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
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