Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point inspection
Accessory drive belt(s) Hazard warning system operation
Battery performance Horn operation
Engine air filter Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Exhaust system Suspension components for leaks or damage
Exterior lamps operation Steering and linkage
Fluid levels
*; fill if necessary Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure**
For oil and fluid leaks Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Half-shaft dust boots Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power
steering (if equipped) and window washer.
**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire
sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It is your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You will
know what has been checked, what is okay, as well as those things that
may require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle
inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
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Other maintenance items1
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace climate-controlled (heated and
cooled) seat filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
At 100000 miles
(160000 km) Change engine coolant.
2
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).3
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Change front axle fluid (Four-wheel drive
vehicles).
Change rear axle fluid.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive
vehicles).
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
1These maintenance items can be performed within 3000 miles
(4800 kilometers) of the last oil change. Do not exceed the designated
distance for the interval.
2Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers),
then every three years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).
3After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
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ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change Six years or 100000 miles (160000 km)(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every three years or 50000 miles (80000 km)
Engine Coolant Change Log
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911 Assist™ ..............................398
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................187
Accessing and using your USB
port ............................................378
Accessing your calendar ..........398
Accessory delay ..........................94
Adding (pairing) a phone ........385
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................45and child safety seats ..............47
description ................................45
disposal ......................................52
driver airbag ..............................45
passenger airbag .......................45
side airbag ...........................45, 47
Air cleaner filter .......276–277, 333
Air filter .............................277, 333
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................179
Ambient mood/lighting .............405
Ambulance packages ..................14
AM/FM .......................................366
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................267
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................187
Anti-theft system ..................76–77 arming the system ..............76–77
disarming a triggered system ..77
Audio system Single CD ................................343 Audio system (see Radio) .......343
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................172
fluid, adding ............................271
fluid, checking ........................271
fluid, refill capacities ..............328
fluid, specification ..................328
Selectshift (SST) ....................175
Auxiliary Input Jack .................375
Auxiliary powerpoint ................152
A/V inputs ..........................351, 382
Axle lubricant specifications ..........328
refill capacities ........................328
B
Battery .......................................273 acid, treating emergencies .....273
jumping a disabled battery ....244
maintenance-free ....................273
replacement, specifications ...333
servicing ..................................273
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................205
Booster seats ...............................30
Brakes ........................................187 anti-lock ...................................187
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................187
brake warning light ................187
fluid, checking and adding ....272
fluid, refill capacities ..............328
fluid, specifications .................328
lubricant specifications ..........328
parking ....................................188
shift interlock ..........................176
trailer .......................................231
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....328
Cargo management system ......220
CD ..............................................343
CD player ..........................341, 377
CD voice commands .................377
Cell phone use ............................14
Changing a tire .........................318
Changing the air filter ..............277
Child safety seatsautomatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................37
LATCH .......................................22
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................30
Cleaning the touchscreen ........356
Cleaning your vehicle ...............284 engine compartment ..............286
instrument panel ....................289
interior .............................288–289
plastic parts ............................285
washing ....................................284
waxing .....................................286
wheels ......................................291
wiper blades ............................287
Climate voice commands .........417
Clock ..........................................403
Console overhead ......................96–97, 155
Controls power seat ...............................131
Coolant ......................................267 checking and adding ..............267
refill capacities ........................328
specifications ..........................328
Cross Traffic Alert ....................205 Cruise control ...........................203
Customer Assistance ................241
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................338
Getting roadside assistance ...241
Getting the service you
need .........................................247
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................253
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................251
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................89
Defrost .......................................122 rear window ............................126
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................271
engine oil .................................266
Display settings .........................404
Driving under special
conditions ..................178, 182, 184 sand .........................................183
snow and ice ...........................185
through water .................183, 238
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................122
E
Electronic stability control ......192
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................244
running out of fuel .................164
Emission control system ..........169
End user license agreement ....431
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Engine ........................................327cleaning ...................................286
coolant .....................................267
fail-safe cooling .......................270
idle speed control ...................273
lubrication specifications .......328
refill capacities ........................328
service points ..........................265
Engine block heater .................160
Engine oil checking and adding ..............266
dipstick ....................................266
filter, specifications ................333
refill capacities ........................328
specifications ..........................328
Event data recording ..................11
Exhaust fumes ..........................159
F
Fail safe cooling ........................270
Fleet MyKey programming ........60
Floor mats .................................238
Fluid capacities .........................328
Forward and reverse sensing
system ........................................197
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......179 description ..............................180
driving off road .......................181
indicator light .........................179
Fuel cap ...........................................166
capacity ...................................328
choosing the right fuel ...........163
filler funnel .............................164
filling your vehicle with fuel ..166
filter, specifications ................272
fuel pump shut-off ..................243
octane rating ...................164, 327 quality ......................................163
running out of fuel .................164
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................162
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................163
Fuses ..................................255, 260
G
Garage door opener ..................147
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............166
Gauges .......................................100
H
Hazard flashers .........................243
HD Radio™ ...............................367
Headlamps ...................................87 aiming ......................................279
autolamp system .................88–89
bulb specifications ..................282
checking alignment ................279
daytime running lights .............89
flash to pass ..............................87
high beam .................................87
replacing bulbs .......................281
turning on and off ....................87
Head restraints .........................129
Heated steering wheel ..............415
Heating ......................................122
Help ............................................414
Hill descent mode .....................194
Hill start assist ..........................188
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................147
Hood ..........................................264
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