2016 FORD EXPEDITION EL engine oil

When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and exampleInterval
Normal
7500-10000 miles(12000-16000 km)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles(8000-11999 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme3000-4999 miles(4800-7999 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*
Change engine oil and filter.**
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult yourdealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness ordrag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Other maintenance items 1
Replace engine air filter.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change engine coolant.2At 100000 miles (160000km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 100000 miles(160000 km)Inspect accessory drive belt(s).3
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150000 miles(240000 km)
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).
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the lastengine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every threeyears or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
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Scheduled Maintenance

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the information displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor wasreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with greasefittings).Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricateif equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used (Two-wheel drive vehicles).Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
Rear axles and power take-off units withsynthetic fluid and light-duty trucksequipped with Ford-design axles arelubricated for life; do not check or changefluid unless a leak is suspected, service isrequired or the assembly has beensubmerged in water. During long periodsof trailer towing with outside temperaturesabove 70°F (21°C) and at wide-openthrottle for long periods above 45 mph(72 km/h), change non-synthetic rear axlefluid every 3,000 mi (4,800 km) or threemonths, whichever comes first. Thisinterval can be waived if the axle is filledwith 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meetingFord specification WSL-M2C192-A, partnumber F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Addfriction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) orequivalent for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear axles.
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle issubmerged in water.
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 3,000 mi (4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,800 mi (2,900 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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Cruise Control..................................................70Principle of Operation......................................186Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................186Customer Assistance.................................228
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................76Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................76Type 2 - Configurable..........................................76Digital Radio....................................................317HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting.............................................318Direction Indicators........................................77Lane Change...........................................................77Drive Control..................................................194Adaptive Steering...............................................195Driver Select Suspension................................194Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36Children and Airbags...........................................37Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................37Driving Aids.....................................................188Driving Hints..................................................220Driving Through Water................................221DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................76
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Economical Driving.....................................220Emission Control System..........................156On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................157Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance(I/M) Testing...................................................158End User License Agreement..................391VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ..................................391Engine Block Heater....................................149Using the Engine Block Heater......................150
Engine Coolant Check................................247Adding Engine Coolant....................................247Checking the Engine Coolant........................247Recycled Engine Coolant................................248Severe Climates.................................................248What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling..............................................................248Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................62Engine Oil Check..........................................245Adding Engine Oil..............................................245Engine Oil Dipstick......................................245Engine Specifications................................303Drivebelt Routing...............................................303Environment......................................................14Essential Towing Checks..........................208Before Towing a Trailer.....................................214Hitches..................................................................208Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC).........................................215Safety Chains.......................................................210Trailer Brakes.........................................................211Trailer Lamps........................................................214Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with aTrailer Towing Package and 7–PinConnector).....................................................208When Towing a Trailer......................................214Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Extended Service Plan (ESP).................370SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)..............371SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only).........................370Exterior Mirrors.................................................81Auto-Dimming Feature......................................82Blind Spot Monitor...............................................82Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................81Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................82Memory Mirrors.....................................................82Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................81Power-Folding Mirrors.........................................81Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................82
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Locking and Unlocking.................................53Activating Intelligent Access............................53Autolock..................................................................54Auto Relock............................................................54Autounlock.............................................................55Battery Saver.........................................................55Illuminated Entry..................................................55Illuminated Exit.....................................................55Power Door Locks................................................53Remote Control.....................................................53Smart Unlocks for Integrated KeyheadTransmitter........................................................54Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys......................................................................54Locks...................................................................53Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................296
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Maintenance..................................................243General Information.........................................243Manual Climate Control..............................113Manual Climate Control - Vehicles With:Electronic Manual TemperatureControl (EMTC)...........................................114Manual Liftgate...............................................55Closing the Liftgate..............................................57Opening the Liftgate...........................................56Opening the Liftgate Window.........................56Manual Seats.................................................124Manual Lumbar ..................................................125Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................124Recline Adjustment...........................................124Media Hub......................................................322Memory Function.........................................126Easy Entry and Exit Feature.............................127Saving a PreSet Position.................................126Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................92MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors................121See: Windows and Mirrors...............................80Mobile Communications Equipment.......12
Moonroof...........................................................83Bounce-Back.........................................................84Opening and Closing the Moonroof.............84Venting the Moonroof........................................84Motorcraft Parts..........................................303MyKey Troubleshooting................................51MyKey™.............................................................46Principle of Operation........................................46
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........375Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor.............................375Normal Maintenance Intervals.....................376
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................246Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................245Opening and Closing the Hood..............243Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................232Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual..........232Overhead Console.......................................144
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Parking Aids.....................................................181Principle of Operation........................................181Parking Brake..................................................173Passive Anti-Theft System.........................62SecuriLock®...........................................................62PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................62Pedals..................................................................71Perchlorate.........................................................11Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................53Power Liftgate..................................................57Obstacle Detection.............................................59Opening and Closing the Liftgate..................58Stopping the Liftgate Movement...................59Power Running Boards................................64Power Seats....................................................125Power Lumbar.....................................................126Power Recline.......................................................125
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Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............328Accessing Features Through the PhoneMenu..................................................................332Accessing Your Phone Settings...................336Making a Call........................................................331Pairing a Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................328Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................329Phone Options during an Active Call..........331Phone Voice Commands................................329Receiving Calls.....................................................331System Settings..................................................337Text Messaging...................................................334Using Traction Control................................175Switching the System Off ...............................175System Indicator Lights andMessages...........................................................175Using Voice Recognition...........................325Initiating a Voice Session................................325System Interaction and Feedback..............326Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................230
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Vehicle Care...................................................264General Information.........................................264Vehicle Certification Label......................306Vehicle Identification Number...............305Vehicle Storage............................................269Battery...................................................................270Body.......................................................................269Brakes.....................................................................270Cooling system...................................................270Engine.....................................................................270Fuel system..........................................................270General..................................................................269Miscellaneous.....................................................270Removing Vehicle From Storage..................270Tires.........................................................................270VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................113VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............305Voice Control...................................................69Type One.................................................................69Type Two.................................................................70
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................884X2............................................................................904X4 Auto.................................................................904X4 HIGH.................................................................914X4 LOW..................................................................91Anti-Lock Braking System................................88Battery.....................................................................88Brake System........................................................88Cruise Control.......................................................88Direction Indicator...............................................88Door Ajar.................................................................88Engine Coolant Temperature..........................88Engine Oil................................................................89Fasten Safety Belt...............................................89Front Airbag...........................................................89Front Fog Lamps..................................................89High Beam..............................................................89Hill Descent............................................................89Liftgate Ajar............................................................89Low Fuel Level......................................................89Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................89Low Washer Fluid................................................89Parking Lamps......................................................89Powertrain Fault...................................................89Service Engine Soon...........................................90Stability Control System...................................90Stability Control System Off...........................90Transmission Tow/Haul....................................90Washer Fluid Check....................................252WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................264See: Wipers and Washers..................................72Waxing.............................................................265Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................296Wheels and Tires..........................................272General Information..........................................272Technical Specifications..................................301Windows and Mirrors...................................80Windshield Washers......................................73Windshield Wipers.........................................72Speed Dependent Wipers.................................72Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades..................254Wipers and Washers......................................72
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