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The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
Normal Maintenance Intervals
Fusion Full Hybrid
When to Expect the Message Prompting you to Change Your Oil
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Normal9,500–10,000 mi(15,000–16,000 km)Normal commutingHigh efficiency driving
Severe or Extreme
8,000–10,000 mi(13,000–16,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idling
Light
3,000–10,000 mi(5,000–16,000 km)Infrequent vehicle useLow amount of gasoline engine on timeHigh efficiency driving
Normal Scheduled Maintenance1, 2
Change engine oil and filter.3Every 12 months or10,000 mi (16,000 km) theoil monitoring systemdisplays a message in theinformation display.
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealerfor requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings,hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronicscooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
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When to Expect the Message Prompting you to Change Your Oil
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
High efficiency driving
Severe or Extreme
8,000–15,000 mi(13,000–24,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idling
Light
3,000–20,000 mi(5,000–32,000 km)Infrequent vehicle useLow amount of gasoline engine on timeHigh efficiency driving
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display.1, 2
Change engine oil and filter.3
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics cooling system strength andhoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed two years or 20,000 mi (32,000 km) between service intervals.2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).3 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system anytime you change the engine oil andfilter. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 261).
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Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance..............................................480Exceptions............................................................482Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................200Stability Control............................................185Principle of Operation.......................................185Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................146Automatic Engine Shutdown.........................147Failure to Start.....................................................146Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes...............148Important Ventilating Information..............148Starting Your Vehicle.........................................146Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving................................................................147Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary.........................................................147Starting and Stopping the Engine..........145General Information..........................................145Steering............................................................218Electric Power Steering....................................218Steering Wheel................................................70Storage Compartments.............................144SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................87Sun Visors.........................................................87Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................87Supplementary Restraints System..........41Principle of Operation.........................................41Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ 3........................................................370General Information.........................................370SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.....................456SYNC™ Applications andServices........................................................348911 Assist...............................................................348SYNC Mobile Apps............................................350SYNC™............................................................332General Information..........................................332SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................362
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications...........308The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................241
Tire Care..........................................................287Glossary of Tire Terminology........................289Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................287Information Contained on the TireSidewall...........................................................290Temperature A B C............................................288Traction AA A B C..............................................288Treadwear............................................................288Tire Inflation When PuncturedSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit..................281Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........303Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.......................................304Understanding Your Tire PressureMonitoring System ......................................304Tire Repair KitSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit..................281Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................281First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with SealingCompound and Air.......................................283General Information.........................................282Second Stage: Checking TirePressure............................................................285Tips for Use of the Kit......................................282What to do after the Tire has beenSealed...............................................................285What to do when a Tire Is Punctured........283TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................281Towing a Trailer.............................................227Towing Points................................................237Installing the Recovery Hook.........................237Recovery Hook Location..................................237Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels...........................................................227Emergency Towing.............................................227Recreational Towing..........................................227Towing..............................................................227Traction Control............................................184Principle of Operation.......................................184Transmission Code Designation..............311Transmission...................................................175Transporting the Vehicle...........................237Type Approvals..............................................521RF Certification Logos for Tire PressureMonitoring Sensor(s)...................................521
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