
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the information displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor wasreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with greasefittings).Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricateif equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used (Two-wheel drive vehicles).Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
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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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Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................197Adjusting the Crossbar.....................................197Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................218Running Out of Fuel......................................151Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................152Filling a Portable Fuel Container...................152
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Safety Canopy™............................................39Safety Precautions......................................150Satellite Radio..............................................320Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number(ESN)..................................................................321Satellite Radio Reception Factors................321SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service...................321Troubleshooting.................................................322Scheduled Maintenance Record...........452Scheduled Maintenance..........................443Seatbelt Extension........................................35Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................32Second Row Comfort Guide............................32Seatbelt Reminder.........................................33Belt-Minder™........................................................33Seatbelts...........................................................29Principle of Operation........................................29Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................33Conditions of operation.....................................33Seats...................................................................121Security...............................................................61Self-Leveling Suspension.........................194Settings............................................................414911 Assist................................................................419Ambient Lighting...............................................425Bluetooth...............................................................416Clock.......................................................................416Display...................................................................425General..................................................................423Media Player.........................................................415Mobile Apps.........................................................422Navigation............................................................420Phone......................................................................417Radio......................................................................420Sound......................................................................414Valet Mode...........................................................426
Vehicle...................................................................425Voice Control.......................................................426Wi-Fi.......................................................................424Side Airbags.....................................................38Sitting in the Correct Position...................121Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains..................................291Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector............................................................13Special Instructions..............................................12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance..............................................449Exceptions...........................................................450Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control.............................................187Stability Control.............................................177Principle of Operation........................................177Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................144Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................145Automatic Engine Shutdown.........................147Failure to Start......................................................147Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes...............148Important Ventilating Information..............148Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving...............................................................148Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary.........................................................147Vehicles with an Ignition Key.........................146Vehicles with Keyless Start............................146Starting and Stopping the Engine.........144General Information..........................................144Steering............................................................193Electric Power Steering....................................193Steering Wheel Lock...................................145Steering Wheel...............................................65Storage Compartments.............................143SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................82Sun Visors.........................................................82Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................82Supplementary Restraints System.........36Principle of Operation........................................36Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ 3........................................................365General Information.........................................365
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