•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.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
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Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (four-wheel drivevehicles) fluid changes or level checks arenot required unless a leak is suspected orthe assembly has been submerged inwater. During long periods of trailer towingwith outside temperatures above 70°F(21°C) or at wide-open throttle for longperiods above 45 mph (72 km/h), changethe rear axle fluid every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or three months, whichevercomes first, if the rear axle is filled withnon-synthetic fluid. This interval can bewaived and the 150,000 mi (240,000km)service interval can continue if the rear axleis filled with 75W85 synthetic gear fluidmeeting Ford specificationWSS-M2C942-A, part numberXY-75W85-QL, or equivalent. Add frictionmodifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) orequivalent for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear axles.
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 controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................187Customer Assistance.................................226
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording..........................................10Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................75Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................75Type 2 - Configurable..........................................75Digital Radio...................................................318HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting.............................................319Direction Indicators........................................76Lane Change..........................................................76Doors and Locks.............................................52Drive Control..................................................194Driver Select Suspension................................194Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37Children and Airbags..........................................38Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................38Driving Aids.....................................................189Driving Hints...................................................218Driving Through Water................................219DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................75
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Economical Driving......................................218Emission Control System..........................156On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................157Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing....................................................157End User License Agreement.................462VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .................................462Engine Block Heater....................................148Using the Engine Block Heater......................149Engine Coolant Check................................247Adding Coolant...................................................247Coolant Change.................................................249Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................250
Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................249Recycled Coolant..............................................248Severe Climates.................................................249Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................61Engine Oil Check..........................................245Adding Engine Oil..............................................245Engine Oil Dipstick......................................245Engine Specifications................................304Drivebelt Routing...............................................304Entertainment..............................................386AM/FM Radio......................................................387Apps.......................................................................395Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................394CD (If equipped)................................................393HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)........................................................390SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).......................................................388Sources.................................................................386Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information................................395USB Ports.............................................................395Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks..........................207Before Towing a Trailer.....................................213Hitches...................................................................207Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC).........................................214Safety Chains......................................................209Trailer Brakes........................................................210Trailer Lamps........................................................213Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with aTrailer Towing Package and 7–PinConnector)......................................................207When Towing a Trailer.......................................213Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Exterior Mirrors...............................................80Auto-Dimming Feature.......................................81Blind Spot Monitor...............................................81Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors..............................80Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................81Memory Mirrors......................................................81Power Exterior Mirrors........................................80Power-Folding Mirrors.......................................80Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................81
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Illuminated Entry..................................................54Illuminated Exit.....................................................54Power Door Locks................................................52Remote Control.....................................................52Smart Unlocks for Integrated KeyheadTransmitter........................................................53Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys......................................................................53Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................297
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Maintenance..................................................243General Information.........................................243Manual Climate Control..............................112Manual Climate Control - Vehicles With:Electronic Manual TemperatureControl (EMTC)...........................................113Manual Liftgate...............................................54Closing the Liftgate.............................................56Opening the Liftgate...........................................55Opening the Liftgate Window.........................55Manual Seats.................................................123Manual Lumbar ..................................................124Moving the Seat Backward andForward..............................................................123Recline Adjustment............................................123Media Hub......................................................323Memory Function..........................................125Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................126Saving a PreSet Position..................................125Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................91MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors..............120See: Windows and Mirrors................................79Mobile Communications Equipment.......13Moonroof...........................................................82Bounce-Back.........................................................83Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............83Venting the Moonroof........................................83Motorcraft Parts..........................................304MyKey Troubleshooting................................51MyKey™.............................................................47Principle of Operation.........................................47
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Navigation.....................................................404cityseeker................................................................411Destination Mode.............................................405Map Mode............................................................404Navigation Map Updates..................................411Navigation Menu...............................................409SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.....................411Waypoints.............................................................410Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........446Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor............................446Normal Maintenance Intervals.....................447
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................246Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................245Opening and Closing the Hood..............243Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................230Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual...........231Overhead Console........................................143
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Parking Aids....................................................182Principle of Operation.......................................182Parking Brake..................................................174Passive Anti-Theft System..........................61SecuriLock®............................................................61PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................61Pedals.................................................................70Perchlorate.........................................................11Phone..............................................................399During a Phone Call..........................................402Making Calls.........................................................401Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime..................................................................399Phone Menu.......................................................400Receiving Calls...................................................402Smartphone Connectivity.............................403Text Messaging..................................................403Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................52
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Media Voice Commands................................349USB 2......................................................................354Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........354Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............328Accessing Features through the PhoneMenu..................................................................333Accessing Your Phone Settings...................336Bluetooth Devices..............................................337Making Calls.........................................................332Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............329Pairing Subsequent Phones..........................330Phone Options during an Active Call.........332Phone Voice Commands................................330Receiving Calls....................................................332System Settings.................................................338Text Messaging...................................................334Using Traction Control................................176Switching the System Off ...............................176System Indicator Lights andMessages..........................................................176Using Voice Recognition...........................326Audio Voice Commands.................................380Climate Voice Commands..............................381Initiating a Voice Session................................326Mobile App Voice Commands......................383Navigation Voice Commands.......................382Phone Voice Commands.................................381SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands.....................................................384System Interaction and Feedback...............327Voice Settings Commands............................384Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................229
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Vehicle Care...................................................264General Information.........................................264Vehicle Certification Label.......................307Vehicle Identification Number...............306Vehicle Storage.............................................270Battery.....................................................................271Body........................................................................270Brakes......................................................................271Cooling system.....................................................271Engine......................................................................271Fuel system...........................................................271General..................................................................270
Miscellaneous.......................................................271Removing Vehicle From Storage...................271Tires..........................................................................271VentilationSee: Climate Control...........................................112VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number...........306Voice Control...................................................68Type One.................................................................68Type Two.................................................................69
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................874X2............................................................................894X4 Auto.................................................................894X4 HIGH................................................................904X4 LOW................................................................90Anti-Lock Braking System.................................87Battery......................................................................87Brake System.........................................................87Cruise Control........................................................87Direction Indicator................................................87Door Ajar..................................................................87Engine Coolant Temperature...........................87Engine Oil................................................................88Fasten Safety Belt...............................................88Front Airbag...........................................................88Front Fog Lamps..................................................88High Beam..............................................................88Hill Descent............................................................88Liftgate Ajar............................................................88Low Fuel Level......................................................88Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................88Low Washer Fluid................................................88Parking Lamps......................................................88Powertrain Fault...................................................88Service Engine Soon...........................................89Stability Control System...................................89Stability Control System Off...........................89Transmission Tow/Haul....................................89Washer Fluid Check....................................252WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................265See: Wipers and Washers...................................71Waxing.............................................................266Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................297
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