2018 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT oil change

Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................178
In California (U.S. Only)..............................179
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)......................180
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................181
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................181
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................182
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................183
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................183
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................185
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................186
Changing a Fuse...........................................195
Maintenance
General Information....................................197
Opening and Closing the Hood...............197
Under Hood Overview................................199
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................200
Engine Oil Check
.........................................200
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................201
Engine Cooling Fan......................................201
Engine Coolant Check...............................202
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
...........................................................206
Brake Fluid Check
.......................................206
Washer Fluid Check
....................................206
Changing the 12V Battery.........................206
Checking the Wiper Blades
.....................208
Changing the Wiper Blades
....................208
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................211
Changing a Bulb............................................212
Bulb Specification Chart............................217
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................218 Drive Belt Routing.........................................218
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products........................................219
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................220
Waxing..............................................................221
Cleaning the Engine
.....................................221
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................221
Cleaning the Interior....................................222
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................222
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................223
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............224
Cleaning the Wheels..................................224
Vehicle Storage.............................................224
Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................227
Tire Care
..........................................................228
Using Snow Chains.....................................243
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........244
Changing a Road Wheel...........................248
Technical Specifications...........................253
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications
.................................255
Motorcraft Parts
...........................................255
Vehicle Identification Number................255
Vehicle Certification Label
.......................256
Transmission Code Designation.............257
Capacities and Specifications
................257
Audio System
General Information....................................261
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......262
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC............................................................265
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Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
See Changing a Bulb (page 212).
Displays if a trailer brake lamp bulb fails.
-
Trailer brake lamp Bulb
fault
Displays if a low beam bulb fails.
-
Low beam Bulb fault
See
Changing a Bulb (page 212).
Displays if an electrical malfunction occurs
with the headlamp system. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Amber
Headlamp fault Service
required
Maintenance Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
Displays when the engine oil life is depleted
and requires a change. See
Engine Oil
Check (page 200).
-
Oil change required
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immedi-
ately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 206).
Have your vehicle checked immediately.
Red
Brake fluid level low
Service now
Displays when the washer fluid is low and
needs to be refilled. See
Washer Fluid
Check (page 206).
-
Washer fluid level low
Parking Aid Action
Message Indic-
ator
Message
The system has detected a fault that
requires service. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Amber
Parking aid fault Service
required
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For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 162).
Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Note: Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuels containing more than 85%
ethanol or E100 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage. Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly
alternating between E85 and gasoline. If
you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or
from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as
possible, at least half a tank. Drive your
vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km)
to allow it to adapt to the change
in ethanol concentration. If you use E85
exclusively, we recommend that you fill
the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION - KOMBI/TOURNEO
The fuel filler funnel is located in the
left-hand side rear storage compartment.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION - VAN
The fuel filler funnel is in the glove
compartment.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Running out of fuel can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
• Add a minimum of
1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel
to restart the engine.
• You may need to switch the ignition
from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to
pump the fuel from the tank to the
engine. When restarting, cranking time
takes a few seconds longer than
normal.
Note: If your vehicle is on a steep slope,
more fuel may be required.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first
1,000 mi (1,600 km)
. Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first
1,000 mi
(1,600 km).
REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE WARNING
If you continue to drive your vehicle
when the engine is overheating, the
engine could stop without warning.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your vehicle. If the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See
Gauges
(page 79).
You must only drive your vehicle for a short
distance if the engine overheats. The
distance you can travel depends on
ambient temperature, vehicle load and
terrain. The engine continues to operate
with limited power for a short period of
time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise,
the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The
air conditioning switches off and the engine
cooling fan operates continually.
1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
2. Immediately switch the engine off to prevent severe engine damage. 3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level. See
Engine
Coolant Check (page 202).
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving (When running
errands, go to the furthest destination
first and then work your way back
home).
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds.
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
There are also some things you may want
to avoid doing because they reduce your
fuel economy:
• Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview (page 199).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 257). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage. Note:
Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
Only reset the oil life monitoring system
after changing the engine oil and oil filter.
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine.
2. Press the accelerator and brake pedals
at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message confirming that the reset is in progress
displays.
5. After 25 seconds, a message confirming that the reset is complete
displays.
6. Release the accelerator and brake pedals.
7. The message confirming that the reset
is complete no longer displays.
8. Switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLING FAN WARNING
Keep your hands and clothing clear
of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
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•
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.
• 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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Capacity
Item
4.6 fl oz (136 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city.
7.4 fl oz (220 ml)
Air conditioning refrigerant compressor oil fill capa-
city. **
* Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
** Vehicles with auxiliary heater system.
Adding Engine Oil Quantity
2.5 qt (2.4 L)
The quantity of engine oil required to raise
the indicated level on the dipstick from
minimum to maximum. Specifications
We recommend that you use Motorcraft
oil and fluids for your vehicle. Only use
fluid that meets Ford specifications.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
(U.S.)
Huile moteur de très haute qualité SAE 5W-20 Motorcraft®
(Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP (U.S.)
CXO-5W20-LSP6 (Canada)
WSS-M97B44-D2
Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
(U.S.)
Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué orange Motorcraft®
(Canada)
VC-3DIL-B
(U.S.)
CVC-3DIL-B (Canada)
WSS-M6C65-A2
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake
Fluid
(U.S.)
Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV
(Canada)
PM-20
(U.S. & Canada)
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
(U.S.)
WSS-M2C938-A
Liquide pour boîte de vitesses automatique (Canada)
XT-10-QLVC (U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6 (Canada)
WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant
(U.S.)
Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité (Canada)
ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)
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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 proper
times. These intervals serve two purposes;
one is to maintain the reliability of your
vehicle and the second is to keep your 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 255).
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
24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer)
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 collision
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 proper performance of your
vehicle and its emission control systems,
make sure you have scheduled
maintenance performed at the designated
intervals.
Your vehicle is equipped with the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, which
displays a message in the information
display at the proper oil change interval.
This interval may be up to one year or
10,000 mi (16,000 km)
.
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