Roadside Emergencies 186
Getting roadside assistance..............................186
Hazard warning flashers................................188
Fuel cut-off switch....................................188
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................188
Customer Assistance 192
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................199
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................199
Fuses 200
Changing a fuse......................................200
Fuse specification chart................................200
Maintenance 210
General information...................................210
Opening and closing the hood............................211
Under hood overview..................................213
Engine oil dipstick....................................217
Engine oil check......................................217
Engine coolant check..................................218
Automatic transmission fluid check........................224
Brake fluid check.....................................228
Fuel filter...........................................228
Washer fluid check....................................229
Changing the vehicle battery.............................229
Checking the wiper blades..............................231
Changing the wiper blades..............................231
Air filter(s).........................................232
Adjusting the headlamps................................235
Changing a bulb......................................237
Bulb specification chart.................................245
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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. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. SeeCapacities and
Specificationsfor more information.
3. Wipe off any spilled oil.
4. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you feel a strong resistance.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inScheduled Maintenance Information.
The coolant concentration should be maintained 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:Make sure that the 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.
If the level is at the MIN mark, add coolant immediately. SeeAdding
Engine Coolantin this chapter.
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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Items CapacityRecommended Fluids
and LubricantsFord part number /
Ford specification
Sedan
A/C compressor oil
(Without auxiliary
A/C)2.0L/3.5L GTDI and
3.5L/3.7L TiVCT
5.24 fl oz (155 ml)
Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant Compressor
OilYN-12-D /
WSH-M1C231-B Utility
A/C compressor oil
(Without auxiliary
A/C)3.7L TiVCT:
5.24 fl oz (155 ml)
3.5L GTDI
5.58 fl oz (165 ml)
Utility
A/C compressor oil
(With auxiliary A/C)3.7L TiVCT:
7.9 fl oz (235 ml)
3.5L GTDI
7.27 fl oz (215 ml)
1Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 Low Viscosity 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.2Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.3Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.4See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
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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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