Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coatedwith a clear coat paint finish. To maintaintheir condition we recommend that you:
•Clean them weekly with therecommended wheel and tire cleaner.
•Use a sponge to remove heavydeposits of dirt and brake dustaccumulation.
•Rinse them thoroughly with apressurized stream of water when youhave completed the cleaning process.
We recommend that you use Ford servicewheel cleaner. Make sure that you readand follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Using other non-recommended cleaningproducts can result in severe andpermanent cosmetic damage.
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.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel System
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
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Vehicle Care
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Perform multi-point inspection.
*Reset the oil-life monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See Oil ChangeIndicator Reset (page 227).
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 3,100 mi (5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,900 mi (3,000 km).
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
Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Exterior Mirrors................................................79Blind Spot Information System.......................81Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors..............................80Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................80Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................80Power Exterior Mirrors........................................79Puddle Lamps.......................................................80Signal Indicator Mirrors.....................................80
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................31Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................32Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy.................31Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................255Floor Mats.......................................................195Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................76Ford Credit..........................................................11US Only......................................................................11Ford Protect...................................................439Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)..........................................440Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................439Front Fog Lamps............................................76Front Parking Aid..........................................169Front Passenger Sensing System............40Fuel and Refueling.......................................142Fuel Consumption.......................................148Calculating Fuel Economy..............................148Filling the Fuel Tank...........................................148Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................144Fuel Filter........................................................233Fuel Quality.....................................................143Choosing the Right Fuel...................................143Fuel Freshness Mode........................................143Fuel Shutoff...................................................198Fuses...................................................................211Fuse Specification Chart.............................211Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel.............217Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........214Power Distribution Box......................................211Pre-Fuse Box.........................................................211
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............121Gauges...............................................................84Left Information Display....................................84Right Information Display.................................86General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................47Intelligent Access..................................................47General Maintenance Information........441Multi-point Inspection.....................................444Owner Checks and Services..........................443Protecting Your Investment............................441Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................441Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................441Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................207Getting the Services You Need..............204Away From Home.............................................204Global Opening...............................................79Opening the Windows........................................79
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................163Hazard Warning Flashers..........................198Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................236Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................75Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp..........................238Head Restraints..............................................114Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................115Heated Seats.................................................120Heated Windows and Mirrors....................112Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................113Heated Rear Window.........................................112HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................109High Voltage Battery Cut-OffSwitch............................................................158High Voltage Battery....................................151General Information...........................................151Hill Start Assist..............................................163Switching the System On and Off...............164
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