If you are unable to find an engine oil that
meets the specification defined by
WSS-M2C171-E, it is acceptable to use a
SAE 5W-40 engine oil that meets API SN
requirements and displays the API
Certification Mark for diesel engines.
Note:
Do not use more than 1.1 qt (1 L) of
the alternative engine oil between
scheduled service intervals.
Using oil and fluids that do not meet the
defined specification and viscosity grade
may lead to:
• Component damage which may not be
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Alternative Oil Viscosity The use of correct oil viscosities is
important for satisfactory operation.
Determine which oil viscosity best suits the
temperature range you expect to
encounter for the next service interval from
the SAE viscosity grade chart. Note:
For the use of biodiesel fuel (B6 –
B20), use SAE 5W-40 API CJ-4.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenance
schedule helps protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and may help to
increase the value of your vehicle when
you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for
completed maintenance with your vehicle.
We have established regular maintenance
intervals for your vehicle based upon
rigorous testing. It is important that you
have your vehicle serviced at the correct
times. These intervals serve two purposes;
one is to maintain the reliability of your
vehicle and the second is to keep the cost
of owning your vehicle down.
It is your responsibility to have all
scheduled maintenance performed and to
make sure that the materials used meet
the specifications identified in this owner's
manual. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 281).
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance
invalidates warranty coverage on parts
affected by the lack of maintenance.
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?
Factory-trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensive
factory-sponsored certification training to
help them become experts on the
operation of your vehicle. Ask your
dealership about the training and
certification their technicians have
received. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft
Replacement Parts
Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft and
Ford-authorized branded re-manufactured
replacement parts. These parts meet or
exceed our specifications. Parts installed
at your dealership carry a nationwide
12-month or 12,000 mi (20,000 km) parts
and labor limited warranty.
If you do not use Ford authorized parts they
may not meet our specifications and
depending on the part, it could affect
emissions compliance.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended evening
and Saturday hours to make your service
visit more convenient and they offer one
stop shopping. They can perform any
services that are required on your vehicle,
from general maintenance to crash repairs.
Note:
Not all dealers have extended hours
or body shops. Please contact your dealer
for details.
Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that pays
dividends in the form of improved
reliability, durability and resale value. To
maintain the correct performance of your
vehicle and its emission control systems,
make sure you have scheduled
maintenance performed at the designated
intervals.
Vehicles with a 3.2L, 3.5L or 3.7L Engine
Your vehicle is equipped with the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, which
displays a message in the information
display at the correct oil change interval.
This interval may be up to one year or
10,000 mi (16,000 km)
.
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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 30,000 mi (48,000 km) or
three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W85 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSS-M2C942-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
281).
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 75W85 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSS-M2C942-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
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot climate oil change intervals
:
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
.
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
.
Engine air filter replacement: The life of
the engine air filter is dependent on
exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
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Brake Fluid Check........................................223
Brakes...............................................................146 General Information.......................................... 146
Breaking-In.....................................................180
Bulb Specification Chart...........................236
C
California Proposition 65.............................10
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel................................294
Capacities............................................................ 294
Specifications..................................................... 295
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................288
Capacities............................................................ 288
Specifications..................................................... 289
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L..................................................................291
Capacities.............................................................. 291
Specifications..................................................... 292
Capacities and Specifications
.................281
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 240
Catalytic Converter
......................................123
Driving with a Catalytic Converter................123
Changing a Bulb
............................................231
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp............234
Front Clearance Lamp..................................... 233
Headlamp.............................................................. 231
Interior Lamp....................................................... 234
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 234
Reading Lamps................................................... 235
Rear Lamps.......................................................... 233
Side Direction Indicator................................... 233
Sun Visor Mirror Lamp..................................... 235
Changing a Fuse..........................................209 Fuses...................................................................... 209
Changing a Road Wheel...........................270 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information
....................................................... 271
Front Jacking Points.......................................... 276
Installing a Road Wheel.................................. 278
Locking Lug Nuts................................................ 272
Rear Jacking Points............................................ 277
Removing a Road Wheel................................. 277
Stowing the Wheel and Vehicle Jack.........279
Vehicle Jack.......................................................... 275Vehicles With a Spare Wheel........................
272
Changing the 12V Battery.........................226 Installing the Battery........................................ 228
Removing the Battery...................................... 226
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................237 Secondary Foam Air Filter.............................. 238
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter.................................................................217
Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation.......................................................... 217
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................228 Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades............................................................... 228
Checking MyKey System Status...............54
Checking the Wiper Blades......................228
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
...................................................109
Cleaning Products.......................................239
Cleaning the Engine.....................................241
Cleaning the Exterior..................................240
Body Paintwork Preservation....................... 240
Cleaning the Chrome Trim............................. 240
Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 240
Cleaning the Rear Window............................ 240
Sliding Door Tracks........................................... 240
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................243
Cleaning the Interior
...................................242
Fabric, Carpets, Cloth Seats, Headliners
and Floor Mats............................................... 242
Instrument Cluster Screens, LCD Screens and Radio Screens....................................... 243
Leather Interior.................................................... 242
Rear Windows..................................................... 243
Seatbelts............................................................... 242
Storage Compartments, Cup Holders and Ashtrays............................................................ 243
Suede Micro Fiber Fabric................................ 242
Cleaning the Wheels
..................................244
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................241
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