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3. Add fuel to your vehicle from the fuel
container.
4. Remove the fuel filler funnel.
5. Fully close the fuel filler door.
6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it back in your vehicle or correctly dispose
of it.
Note: Extra funnels can be purchased from
an authorized dealer if you choose to
dispose of the funnel. REFUELING
Refueling System Overview Fuel filler door.
A
Fuel tank filler valve.
B
Fuel tank filler pipe.
C
Your vehicle does not have a fuel tank filler
cap.
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B
C
A

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU
NEED
Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be
performed by an authorized dealer. While
any authorized dealer handling your vehicle
line will provide warranty service, we
recommend you return to your selling
authorized dealer who wants to ensure
your continued satisfaction.
Please note that certain warranty repairs
require special training and equipment, so
not all authorized dealers are authorized
to perform all warranty repairs. This means
that, depending on the warranty repair
needed, you may have to take your vehicle
to another authorized dealer.
A reasonable time must be allowed to
perform a repair after taking your vehicle
to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be
made using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, or
remanufactured or other parts that are
authorized by Ford.
Away From Home
If you are away from home when your
vehicle needs service, contact the Ford
Customer Relationship Center or use the
online resources listed below to find the
nearest authorized dealer.
In the United States:
Mailing address
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48126
Telephone
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired:
1-800-232-5952)
Additional information and resources are
available online:
Website
www.owner.ford.com
These are some of the items that can be
found online:
• U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name,
City/State or Zip Code.
• Owner Manuals.
• Maintenance Schedules.
• Recalls.
• Ford Extended Service Plans.
• Ford Genuine Accessories.
• Service specials and promotions.
In Canada:
Mailing address
Customer Relationship Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6K 0C8
Telephone
1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Website
www.ford.ca
Twitter
@FordServiceCA (English Canada)
@FordServiceQC (Quebec)
Additional Assistance
If you have questions or concerns, or are
unsatisfied with the service you are
receiving, follow these steps:
1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling or
servicing authorized dealer.
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Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page
250).
A
Windshield washer fluid.
See
Washer Fluid Check (page 255).
B
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine
Oil Check (page 248).
C
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 248).
D Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 254).
E
Battery.
See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 255).
F
Power distribution box.
See
Changing a Fuse (page 241).
G
Air filter.
See Changing the
Engine Air Filter (page 266).
H
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST™
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Engine coolant reservoir: See
Engine Coolant Check (page
250).
A
Engine oil dipstick:
See Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 248).
B
Brake fluid reservoir:
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 254).
C
Battery:
See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 255).
D Power distribution box:
See
Fuses (page 232).
E
Air filter assembly:
See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
266).
F
Engine oil filler cap:
See Engine
Oil Check (page 248).
G
Windshield washer fluid
reservoir:
See Washer Fluid
Check (page 255).
H
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.5L
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Windshield washer fluid
reservoir: See Washer Fluid
Check (page 255).
A
Engine coolant reservoir:
See
Engine Coolant Check (page
250).
B
Engine oil filler cap:
See Engine
Oil Check (page 248).
C
Engine oil dipstick:
See Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 248).
D
Brake fluid reservoir:
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 254).
E
Battery:
See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 255).
F Power distribution box:
See
Fuses (page 232).
G
Air filter assembly:
See
Changing the Engine Air Filter
(page
266).
H
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.5L
ECOBOOST™
Minimum.
A
Maximum.
B
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L
ECOBOOST™/2.5L Minimum.
A
Nominal.
B
Maximum.
C
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following: 1.
Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 243).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 244).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level. See Under
Hood Overview
(page 244).
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 308).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
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1. Reposition the coolant reservoir tank
by lifting and rotating inward to provide
more hand clearance. (Right side only)
2. Remove service cap.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove bulb from the headlamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise, then pull it straight
out.
Install the new bulbs in reverse order from
the steps above. Be sure that the spring
clip is not damaged or detached from the
headlamp assembly during the
replacement procedure.
Cornering Lamp (HID Headlamps)
1. Remove service cap.
2. Disconnect electrical connector.
3. Release spring clip and rotate away from the assembly.
4. Pull bulb straight out toward the rear of the vehicle.
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs (If
Equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle
use a high intensity discharge source.
These lamps operate at a high voltage.
When the bulb is burned out, the bulb and
starter capsule assembly must be replaced
by your authorized dealer. Replacing Side Marker Bulbs
1. Remove the bulb socket from the
headlamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the bulb by gently pulling the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing Fog, Park and Turn
Signal Bulbs Fog Lamp
A
Park/Turn Lamp
B
1. Remove fog lamp bezel by prying away
from the bumper fascia.
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Severe Climates..................................................
252
Engine Emission Control............................147
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 69
Engine Oil Check..........................................248
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 248
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................248
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/ 2.5L................................................................248
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................301
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 301
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................301
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 302
Engine Specifications - 2.5L....................302 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 303
Entertainment..............................................396 AM/FM Radio...................................................... 398
Apps....................................................................... 406
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 405
CD........................................................................\
... 404
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)......................................................... 401
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)....................................................... 398
Sources.................................................................. 397
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 406
USB Ports............................................................ 406
Environment
......................................................15
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake.............................. 161
Essential Towing Checks...........................212 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 213
Hitches.................................................................... 212
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 214
Safety Chains....................................................... 212
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 213
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 213
Trailer Towing Connector................................. 212
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 213
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options.................................14 Exterior Mirrors
................................................84
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 85
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 84
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 84
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors.......................... 85
Memory Mirrors..................................................... 84
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 84
Puddle Lamps ...................................................... 84
Signal Indicator Mirrors...................................... 84
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................32 How to Extract Seatbelts in the Rear
Outermost Positions...................................... 34
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 33
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................33
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 295
Floor Mats
........................................................217
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 80
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
US Only...................................................................... 11
Ford Protect...................................................453 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 454
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 453
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................155
Principle of Operation....................................... 155
Front Fog Lamps............................................80
Front Parking Aid..........................................169 Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 170
Front Passenger Sensing System.............41
Fuel and Refueling.......................................139
Fuel Consumption
........................................145
Advertised Capacity.......................................... 145
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 145
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 145
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.......................140
Fuel Filter........................................................255
Fuel Quality.....................................................139 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 139
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 140
Fuel Shutoff...................................................220
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