2016 FORD TRANSIT tow

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)
More than 32 million Ford owners have
discovered the powerful protection of Ford
Extended Service Plan. It is the extended
service plan backed by Ford Motor
Company, and provides peace of mind
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty coverage.
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and
labor – can easily exceed the price of your
Ford Extended Service Plan. With Ford ESP
you minimize your risk for unexpected
repair bills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four core Extended Service Plans
with different levels of coverage. Ask your
authorized dealer for details.
1. PremiumCARE - Our most
comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’ s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical components.
Ford Extended Service Plan is honored by
all authorized Ford dealers in the U.S.,
Canada and Mexico. It is the extended
service plan authorized and backed by Ford
Motor Company. That means you get:
•
Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership
• Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
You take advantage of replacement
transportation if your vehicle is at your
authorized dealer for same day covered
repairs.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, including bumper to bumper
warranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts
• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
• Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle,
rental car coverage and emergency
transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Extended Service Plan coverage expires,
you can transfer any remaining coverage
to the new owner. Whenever you sell your
vehicle, prospective buyers may have a
higher degree of confidence that vehicle
was properly maintained with Ford ESP,
thereby improving resale value.
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Avoid the Rising Cost of Properly
Maintaining Your Vehicle!
Ford Extended Service Plan also offers a
Premium Maintenance Plan that covers all
scheduled maintenance, and selected
wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so
you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle
’s maintenance. It covers
regular checkups, routine inspections,
preventive care and replacement of select
items that require periodic attention for
normal wear:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc.
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment.
Interest Free Finance Options
Available
Take advantage of our interest free
installment payment plan. Just a 10%
down payment will provide you with an
affordable, no interest, no fee payment
program allowing you all the security and
benefits Ford ESP has to offer while paying
over time. You are pre-approved with no
credit checks, no hassles! To learn more,
call our Ford ESP specialists at
800-367-3377.
Ford ESP
P.O. Box 321067
Detroit, MI 48232 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended
Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan
is the only service contract backed by Ford
Motor Company of Canada, Limited.
Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford
Extended Service Plan provides benefits
such as:
•
Rental reimbursement.
• Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.
• Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
• Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Extended Service
Plans available in various time, distance
and deductible combinations. Each plan
is tailored to fit your own driving needs,
including reimbursement for towing and
rental. When you purchase Ford Extended
Service Plan, you receive added
peace-of-mind protection throughout
Canada, the United States and Mexico,
provided by a network of participating
authorized Ford Motor Company dealers.
Note: Repairs performed outside of
Canada, the United States and Mexico are
not eligible for Ford Extended Service Plan
coverage.
This information is subject to change. For
more information, visit your local Ford of
Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the
Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for
you.
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NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
(Vehicles with a 3.2L, 3.5L and 3.7L
Engine)
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.When to expect the oil change message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving.
No, or moderate, load or towing.
Flat to moderately hilly roads.
No extended idling.
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing.
Mountainous or off-road conditions.
Extended idling.
Extended hot or cold operation.
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(4800-7999 km) Maximum load or towing.
Extreme hot or cold operation.
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Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km) Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km) Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
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Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph
(72 km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle
fluid every 3,000 mi (4,800 km) or three
months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A or
equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
EST-M2C118-A or equivalent for complete
refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. See
Capacities and Specifications
(page
274).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100,000 mi (160,000 km)
. Rear axle fluid
change may be waived if the axle was filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A or
equivalent. Add four ounces (118 milliliters)
of additive friction modifier XL-3
EST-M2C118-A, or equivalent, for complete
refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. Change
the axle fluid anytime the axle submerges
in water.
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
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 92
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 140
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 140
Accessories....................................................358 Exterior Style....................................................... 358
Interior Style........................................................ 358
Lifestyle................................................................. 358
Peace of Mind..................................................... 358
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 10
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................223
Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 225
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 223
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
....................63
Airbag Disposal..............................................46
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 92
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............232
Air Vents
.............................................................92
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 62
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................62 Alarm System........................................................ 62
Arming the Alarm................................................. 62
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 62
Triggering the Alarm............................................ 62
Appendices....................................................382
Audible Warnings and Indicators
..............81
Airbag Secondary Warning................................ 81
Door Ajar................................................................... 81
Exterior Lamps On................................................ 81
Gearshift Lever not in Park (P)........................ 81
Key in Ignition.......................................................... 81
Parking Brake On................................................... 81
Safety Belt Minder................................................ 81
Audio Control
...................................................63
Audio Input Jack..........................................308
Audio System
................................................294
General Information......................................... 294Audio Troubleshooting
...............................310
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio
.............................302
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC............................................................300
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/ FM
...................................................................295
AUX Button.......................................................... 298
Clock Button........................................................ 297
Menu Button....................................................... 298
Sound Button..................................................... 298
Station Preset Buttons.................................... 298
Station Tuning Buttons.................................... 297
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.................................................298
Autolamps........................................................70 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 70
Automatic Transmission............................136 Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 138
Hints on Driving with an Automatic Transmission................................................... 138
Understanding the Gearshift Lever Positions of the Automatic
Transmission................................................... 136
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..............................................................217
Autowipers.......................................................66
Auxiliary Power Points
................................105
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 105
AC Power Point................................................... 105
Locations............................................................... 105
Auxiliary Switches
.......................................359
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 221
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........207
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Bottle Holder..................................................107
Brake Fluid Check.........................................218
Brakes...............................................................140 General Information.......................................... 140
Breaking-In......................................................178
Bulb Specification Chart
..........................230
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C
California Proposition 65.............................10
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L
Power Stroke Diesel................................289
Capacities............................................................ 289
Specifications..................................................... 290
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L.................................................................281
Capacities.............................................................. 281
Specifications..................................................... 282
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.................................................................285
Capacities............................................................. 285
Specifications..................................................... 286
Capacities and Specifications
................274
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 234
Catalytic Converter
.......................................119
Driving with a Catalytic Converter.................119
Changing a Bulb...........................................225 Central High Mounted Brake Lamp............228
Front Clearance Lamp...................................... 227
Headlamp............................................................. 226
Interior Lamp....................................................... 229
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 229
Reading Lamps................................................... 229
Rear Lamps.......................................................... 228
Side Direction Indicator................................... 228
Sun Visor Mirror Lamp..................................... 230
Changing a Fuse..........................................206
Changing a Road Wheel...........................264 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 265
Front Jacking Points......................................... 269
Installing a Road Wheel.................................... 271
Locking Lug Nuts............................................... 266
Rear Jacking Points........................................... 270
Removing a Road Wheel................................ 270
Stowing the Wheel and Vehicle Jack..........272
Vehicle Jack......................................................... 269
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel....................... 266
Changing the 12V Battery
..........................221
Installing the Battery........................................ 223
Removing the Battery........................................ 221
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................232 Secondary Foam Air Filter.............................. 233Changing the Engine Oil and Oil
Filter................................................................213
Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation.......................................................... 213
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................223 Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades................................................................ 223
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Checking the Wiper Blades......................223
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................35
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................27
Child Safety.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks.........................................28 Left-Hand Side..................................................... 28
Right-Hand Side................................................... 29
Cigar Lighter
...................................................106
Cleaning Products.......................................234
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................237
Cleaning the Engine....................................235
Cleaning the Exterior..................................234 Body Paintwork Preservation........................ 234
Cleaning the Chrome Trim............................. 234
Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 234
Cleaning the Rear Window............................ 234
Sliding Door Tracks........................................... 235
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................237
Cleaning the Interior...................................236 Instrument Cluster Screens, LCD Screens
and Radio Screens....................................... 236
Rear Windows..................................................... 236
Seatbelts............................................................... 236
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................236
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................52
Climate Control
...............................................92
Principle of Operation........................................ 92
Cold Weather Precautions
........................179
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................. 214
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
........45
Creating a MyKey.............................................51 Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings................................................................ 51
Cruise Control.................................................64 Principle of Operation........................................ 151
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Cruise control
See: Using Cruise Control................................. 151
Cup Holders....................................................107
Customer Assistance.................................186
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Daytime Running Lamps..............................71
Diesel Particulate Filter................................111 Regeneration.......................................................... 111
Digital Radio
..................................................303
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 304
Direction Indicators
.........................................71
DPF See: Diesel Particulate Filter............................. 111
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap........218 Changing the Fuel Filter................................... 219
Purging Air From the Fuel System...............220
Driver Alert
.......................................................153
Principle of Operation....................................... 153
Using Driver Alert................................................ 153
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37 Children and Airbags........................................... 42
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........37
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 42
Driving Aids
.....................................................153
Driving Hints....................................................178
Driving Through Water................................179
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 71
E
Economical Driving
......................................178
Emission Control System..........................126 Diesel Exhaust System: Oxidation Catalyst
And Diesel Particulate Filter System
........................................................................\
...... 128
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........135
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 127
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 127
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 135End User License Agreement..................382
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 382
Engine Block Heater......................................112 Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 112
Engine Coolant Check
.................................214
Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 214
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 214
Recycled Engine Coolant................................. 215
Severe Climates.................................................. 216
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling............................................................... 216
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Engine Oil Check...........................................212 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 213
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel..............................................................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L...........................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L............................212
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel
...............................................275
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 275
Engine Specifications - 3.5L....................274 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 274
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.....................274 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 275
Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks...........................169 Before Towing a Trailer...................................... 174
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Water Craft (PWC)........................................ 175
Safety Chains....................................................... 170
Tow Hitch............................................................... 170
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 170
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 174
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 169
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 174
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................361 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............362
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only).......................... 361
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................74
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 74
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 74
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