Engine fluid temperature management (EcoBoost engine only)
WARNING:To reduce the risk of collision and injury, be
prepared that the vehicle speed may reduce and the vehicle may
not be able to accelerate with full power until the fluid temperatures
reduce.
Your vehicle has been designed to pull a trailer, but because of the added
load, the vehicle’s engine may temporarily reach higher temperatures
during severe operating conditions such as ascending a long or steep
grade while pulling a trailer in hot ambient temperatures.
At this time, you may notice your engine coolant temperature gauge
needle move toward the H (hot) and the POWER REDUCED TO LOWER
TEMP message may appear on the message center.
You may notice a reduction in the vehicle’s speed caused by reduced
engine power. Your vehicle has been designed to enter this mode if
certain high temperature/high load conditions take place in order to
manage the engine’s fluid temperatures. The amount of speed reduction
will depend on the vehicle loading, towing, grade, ambient temperature,
and other factors. If this occurs, there is no need to pull off the road.
The vehicle can continue to be driven while this message is active.
The air conditioning may also cycle on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect overheating of the engine. When the engine coolant
temperature decreases to a more normal operating temperature, the air
conditioning will turn on once again.
If you notice any of the following:
•the engine coolant temperature gauge moves fully into the red (hot)
area
•the coolant temperature warning light illuminates
•the service engine soon indicator illuminates
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and place the vehicle in P
(Park).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
moves away from the H range. After several minutes, if this does not
happen, follow the remaining steps.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for it to cool before checking the coolant
level.
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High fluid level
If the fluid level is above the MAX
range of the dipstick, remove fluid to
reach the hashmark level.Note:
Fluid level above the MAX level may
cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. If your
vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city
traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off until normal operating temperatures are reached. Depending
on vehicle use, cooling times could take up to 30 minutes or longer.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Capacities and Specificationschapter.
Note:Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint
(250 ml) increments through the
filler tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
Note:An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
6F35 TRANSMISSION (if equipped)
Note:Transmission fluid should be checked by an authorized dealer. If
required, fluid should be added by an authorized dealer.
The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.
MAX MIN
MAX MIN
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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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911 Assist™ ..............................339
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................148
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............328
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................350
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................329
Accessory delay ..........................88
Active call menu options .........328
Advanced menu options ...337, 357
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................337
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................47
and child safety seats ..............48
description ................................47
disposal ......................................62
driver airbag ..............................47
passenger airbag .......................47
side airbag ...........................47, 52
Air cleaner filter .......232, 234, 302
Air conditioning ........................107
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............107
Air filter, cabin ..........................109
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................139
Ambulance packages ..................15
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................218Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................148
Anti-theft system
arming the system ....................73
disarming a triggered system ..73
Audio system
Single CD ................................310
Audio system (see Radio) .......310
Automatic transmission ............137
fluid, adding ....................224, 227
fluid, checking ................224, 227
fluid, refill capacities ..............296
fluid, specification ..................296
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..317
Auxiliary powerpoint ................117
B
Battery .......................................229
acid, treating emergencies .....229
jumping a disabled battery ....188
maintenance-free ....................229
replacement, specifications ...302
servicing ..................................229
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................158
Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................147
anti-lock ...................................148
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................148
brake warning light ................148
fluid, checking and adding ....228
fluid, refill capacities ..............296
fluid, specifications .................296
lubricant specifications ..........296
parking ....................................148
trailer .......................................177
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....296
Cargo management system ......165
CD ..............................................310
CD player ..................................308
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................284
Child safety restraints ..........28, 31
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....31
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................38
LATCH .......................................28
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................22
Cleaning your vehicle ...............248
engine compartment ..............250
instrument panel ....................252
interior .....................................252
plastic parts ............................250
washing ....................................248
waxing .....................................250
wheels ......................................254
wiper blades ............................251
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..........107
Clock ..........................................310
Console ......................................118
overhead ..................................119
Coolant ......................................218
checking and adding ..............218
refill capacities ........................296
specifications ..........................296
Cross Traffic Alert ....................158
Cruise control ...........................156
Customer Assistance ................186Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................305
Getting roadside assistance ...186
Getting the service you
need .........................................192
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................198
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................196
D
Defrost .......................................107
rear window ............................108
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................224, 227
engine oil .................................217
Driving under special
conditions ..................138, 142, 144
sand .........................................143
snow and ice ...........................145
through water .................144, 184
E
Electronic message center .........98
Electronic stability control ......151
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................188
running out of fuel .................128
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) ..................148
Emission control system ..........133
End user license agreement ....366
Engine ........................................294
cleaning ...................................250
coolant .....................................218
fail-safe cooling .......................222
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idle speed control ...................229
lubrication specifications .......296
refill capacities ........................296
service points ..................213, 215
Engine block heater .................124
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............217
dipstick ....................................217
filter, specifications ................302
refill capacities ........................296
specifications ..........................296
Event data recording ..................11
Exhaust fumes ..........................124
F
Fail safe cooling ........................222
Floor mats .................................185
Fluid capacities .........................296
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................141
Fuel
cap ...........................................130
capacity ...................................296
choosing the right fuel ...........127
filler funnel .............................128
filling your vehicle with fuel ..130
filter, specifications ........228, 302
fuel pump shut-off ..................188
octane rating ...........................128
quality ......................................127
running out of fuel .................128
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................126
Fuel and distance computer ....100
outside temperature
indicator ..................................100
to empty indicator ..................100
trip distance ............................100trip/reset button .....................100
Fuses ..........................................200
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............130
Gauges .........................................92
odometer .................................100
trip odometer ..........................100
H
Hazard flashers .........................188
Headlamps
aiming ......................................235
bulb specifications ..................245
flash to pass ..............................82
high beam .................................81
replacing bulbs .......................237
Head restraints .........................111
Heating ......................................107
Hood ..........................................211
I
Ignition .......................................121
Illuminated visor mirror .............91
Information displays ...................98
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................136
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................252
cluster ........................................93
J
Jack ............................................284
positioning ...............................284
storage .....................................284
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