Check every six months
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 and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................54Connecting the Jumper Cables.......................55Jump Starting........................................................56Preparing Your Vehicle.......................................55Removing the Jumper Cables.........................56
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Lighting Control................................................11Headlamp Flasher..................................................11High Beams..............................................................11Lighting.................................................................11Load Carrying..................................................38Load Limit.........................................................38Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer...................................................................38Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................114
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Maintenance.....................................................81General Information.............................................81Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................18Mobile Communications Equipment.........7Motorcraft Parts.............................................118
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............131
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.........................83Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem................................................................83Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.........................................83Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.........................................................61Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual.............61
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Parking Brake...................................................36
Perchlorate..........................................................5Power Steering Fluid Check.......................90Steering linkage lubrication points.................91Protecting the Environment.........................8
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Recommended Towing Weights..............45Reduced Engine Performance...................51Refueling............................................................27Fuel Filler Cap.........................................................27Replacement PartsRecommendation.........................................6Collision Repairs......................................................6Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs...................................................................6Warranty on Replacement Parts......................6Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)................................................................62Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).................................................................61Roadside Assistance.....................................53Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance..........................................................53Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance..........................................................53Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance......................................53Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance......................................53Roadside Emergencies................................53Running-InSee: Breaking-In.....................................................51Running Out of Fuel......................................26
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Safety Precautions........................................25Scheduled Maintenance Record............135Scheduled Maintenance............................128Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains...................................113Special Notices.................................................6New Vehicle Limited Warranty..........................6On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................6Special Instructions...............................................6
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