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Before repairing minor paint damage, use
a cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.
Always read the instructions before using
cleaning products.
CLEANING THE WHEELS (If
Equipped)
Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.
Note: Some automatic car washes may
cause damage to the finish on your wheel
rims and covers.
Note: Industrial-strength or heavy-duty
cleaners in combination with brush agitation
to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear
away the clear coat finish over a period time.
Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based
or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergents.
Note: If you intend parking your vehicle for
an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.
This will reduce the risk of increased
corrosion of the brake discs.
Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated
with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain
their condition we recommend that you:
• Clean the wheels weekly using
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.
Apply using manufacturer's
instructions.
• Use a sponge to remove heavy
deposits of dirt and brake dust
accumulation. •
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.
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•
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. Battery
•
Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
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•
Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
2.7L EcoBoost
Engine
164
Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.028-.031 (0.7 - 0.8 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.0:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L
3.5L V6 TiVCT
Engine
213
Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.049-.053 in. (1.25 - 1.35 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.8:1
Compression ratio
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Drivebelt Routing
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™
3.5L V6 Ecoboost
Engine
213
Cubic inches
1-4-2-5-3-6
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.030-.033 in. (0.75 - 0.85 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.5:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing 382
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 5.0L
5.0L V8
Engine
302
Cubic inches
1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Firing order
Coil on plug
Ignition system
.049-.053 in. (1.25 - 1.35 mm)
Spark plug gap
10.5:1
Compression ratio
Drivebelt Routing MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
2.7L Ecoboost
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-2062
Oil filter.
BAGM-48H6-760
Battery.
BAGM-94RH7-800
(King Ranch, Lariat and Premium)
SP-542
Spark plugs.
WW-2242
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
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For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com. These parts meet or exceed
Ford Motor Company
’s specifications and
are engineered for your vehicle. Use of
other parts may impact vehicle
performance, emissions and durability.
Your warranty may be void for any damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 539).
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L Motorcraft Part number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
BXT-48H6-610
Battery.
SP-520
Spark plugs.
FT-138
Transmission filter.
WW-2242
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
We recommend Motorcraft replacement
parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are
engineered for your vehicle. Use of other
parts may impact vehicle performance,
emissions and durability. Your warranty
may be void for any damage related to use
of other parts. If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use
an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 539).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™
3.5L Ecoboost
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
BXT-48H6-610
Battery.
BXT-94RH7-730
(King Ranch, Lariat and Premium)
SP-534
Spark plugs.
WW-2242
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com. These parts meet or exceed
Ford Motor Company ’s specifications and
are engineered for your vehicle. Use of
other parts may impact vehicle
performance, emissions and durability.
Your warranty may be void for any damage
related to use of other parts. If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 539).
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 5.0L 5.0L
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
BXT-48H6-610
Battery.
BXT-94RH7-730
(King Ranch, Lariat and Premium)
SP-519
Spark plugs.
WW-2242
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
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