•
Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream
of water when you have completed the
cleaning process.
• To remove tar and grease, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make
sure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
• Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle. •
Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (4X4 only) fluid
changes or level checks are not required
unless a leak is suspected or the assembly
has been submerged in water. During long
periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) or at
wide-open throttle for long periods above
45 mph (72 km/h), change the rear axle
fluid every 3,000 mi (4,800 km) or three
months, whichever comes first, if the rear
axle is filled with non-synthetic fluid. This
interval can be waived and the 150,000 mi
(240,000km) service interval can continue
if the rear axle is filled with 75W85
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSS-M2C9Y2-A, part
number XY-75W85-QL, or equivalent. Add
friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1,800 mi (2,900 km)
.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
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Foot Pedals
See: Adjusting the Pedals.................................. 81
Ford Credit..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................188
Front Fog Lamps............................................88
Front Passenger Sensing System............45
Front Seat Armrest.......................................157
Fuel and Refueling........................................174
Fuel Consumption
........................................178
Calculating Fuel Economy............................... 179
Filling the Tank..................................................... 179
Fuel Filter
.........................................................318
Fuel Quality.....................................................175
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 175
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel Vehicles.............................................................. 175
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................287
Fuses................................................................298
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................298
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 303
Power Distribution Box.................................... 298
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........158
Gauges.............................................................100 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...........102
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............................. 102
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 102
Information Display........................................... 103
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................. 103
Type 1 and 2.......................................................... 100
Type 3...................................................................... 101
General Information on Radio Frequencies....................................................51
Intelligent Access.................................................. 51
General Maintenance Information
.......453
Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 455
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 454
Protecting Your Investment........................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 453Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.........................................................294
Getting the Services You Need................291 Away From Home............................................... 291
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 198
Hazard Warning Flashers
..........................287
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control................... 207
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 321
Head Restraints.............................................147 Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 148
Heated Seats.................................................154 Rear Heated Seats............................................. 155
Heated Windows and Mirrors
..................145
Heated Exterior Mirror....................................... 145
Heated Rear Window........................................ 145
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 139
Hill Start Assist..............................................201 Switching the System On and Off..............202
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 201
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................142
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 144
General Hints........................................................ 142
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 143
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........144
Recommended Settings for Heating..........144
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................. 145
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
............................................................198
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........307
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................166
In California (U.S. Only).............................292
Information Display Control......................80
Information Displays
...................................108
General Information.......................................... 108
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Warning Lamps and Indicators...............103
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 103
Anti-Lock Braking System............................... 103
Automatic High Beam...................................... 103
Auto Start-stop................................................... 103
Battery.................................................................... 104
Blind Spot Monitor............................................. 104
Brake System....................................................... 104
Check 4X4............................................................ 104
Cruise Control...................................................... 104
Direction Indicator..............................................104
Door Ajar................................................................ 104
Electric Park Brake............................................. 104
Electronic Locking Differential...................... 104
Engine Coolant Temperature........................ 104
Engine Oil.............................................................. 105
Fasten Safety Belt.............................................. 105
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators.......................... 105
Front Airbag.......................................................... 105
Front Fog Lamps................................................ 105
High Beam............................................................ 105
Hill Descent.......................................................... 105
Low Fuel Level..................................................... 105
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................. 105
Parking Lamps.................................................... 106
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control.........106
Service Engine Soon......................................... 106
Sport Mode........................................................... 106
Traction and Stability Control....................... 106
Traction and Stability Control Off...............106
Transmission Tow/Haul................................... 107
Washer Fluid Check.....................................318
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 330
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 82
Waxing..............................................................331
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 361
Wheels and Tires
.........................................338
General Information......................................... 338
Technical Specifications................................. 369
Windows and Mirrors....................................92
Windshield Washers
.....................................83 Windshield Wipers
.........................................82
Speed dependent wipers (if
equipped).......................................................... 82
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 320
Wipers and Washers
.....................................82
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle........................ 277
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