Note:Industrial-strength or heavy-dutycleaners in combination with brush agitationto remove brake dust and dirt, could wearaway the clear coat finish over a period time.
Note:Do not use hydrofluoric acid-basedor high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steelwool, fuels or strong household detergents.
Note:If you intend parking your vehicle foran extended period after cleaning thewheels with a wheel cleaner, drive yourvehicle for a few minutes before doing so.This will reduce the risk of increasedcorrosion of the brake discs.
Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coatedwith a clear coat paint finish. To maintaintheir condition we recommend that you:
•Clean the wheels weekly usingMotorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.Apply using manufacturer'sinstructions.
•Use a sponge to remove heavydeposits of dirt and brake dustaccumulation.
•Rinse thoroughly with a strong streamof water when you have completed thecleaning process.
•To remove tar and grease, useMotorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30days or more, read the followingmaintenance recommendations to makesure your vehicle stays in good operatingcondition.
We engineer and test all motor vehiclesand their components for reliable, regulardriving. Under various conditions,long-term storage may lead to degradedengine performance or failure unless youuse specific precautions to preserve enginecomponents.
General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilatedplace.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If you store vehicles outside, theyrequire regular maintenance to protectagainst rust and damage.
Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud fromexterior surfaces, rear-wheel housingand the underside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle if youstore it in exposed locations.
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen you wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches witha light grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idlewith the climate controls set to defrostuntil the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5000 miles (8000km) or six monthsPerform multi-point inspection.
*Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine OilCheck (page 222).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 3100 miles (5000kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1800 miles (3000 kilometers).
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air FilterReplacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin airfilter is dependent on exposure to dustyand dirty conditions. Vehicles operated inthese conditions require frequentinspection and replacement of the engineair filter and cabin air filter.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36Children and Airbags..........................................36Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................36Driver Knee Airbag.........................................40Driving Aids......................................................181Driving Hints...................................................192Driving Through Water................................193DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps..........................77
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Economical Driving......................................192EcoSelect.........................................................142Emission Control System..........................150On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....................151Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing....................................................152End User License Agreement.................366VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ................................366Engine Block Heater.....................................132Using the Engine Block Heater......................133Engine Coolant Check................................223Adding Coolant...................................................224Adding Engine Coolant....................................225Adding Inverter System ControllerCoolant.............................................................225Checking the Engine Coolant........................223Checking the Inverter System ControllerCoolant.............................................................224Engine Coolant and Inverter SystemController Coolant........................................223Recycled Engine Coolant................................225Severe Climates..................................................225What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling..............................................................226Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................65Engine Oil Check..........................................222Adding Engine Oil...............................................222Low Engine Use..................................................223Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................222Engine Specifications.................................276Environment......................................................14Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options..................................13Extended Service Plan (ESP).................346EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADAONLY)................................................................347EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (U.S.Only)..................................................................346Exterior Mirrors.................................................81Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................82Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................82Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................82Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................81Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................82
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28Safety Belt Extension Assembly....................30Safety Belt Locking Modes...............................29Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........28Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................249Floor Mats.......................................................194Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................77Ford Credit..........................................................11(U.S. Only).................................................................11Front Fog Lamps.............................................77Front Parking Aid............................................171Front Passenger Sensing System.............37Fuel and Refueling.......................................143Fuel Consumption.......................................150Calculating Fuel Economy..............................150Filling the Tank....................................................150Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................145Fuel Filter.........................................................227Fuel Quality....................................................144Choosing the Right Fuel...................................144Fuel Freshness Mode........................................144Fuel Shutoff...................................................196Fuses................................................................209Fuse Specification Chart..........................209Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel............214Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........212Power Distribution Box...................................209Pre-Fuse Box.......................................................209
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