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Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstruc-
tions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant
strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if
necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for
correct operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for correct operation.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and
function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag
and seatbelt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean
or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running
correctly, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly.
This can help identify potential issues and
prevent major problems. We recommend
having the following multi-point inspection
performed at every scheduled
maintenance interval to help make sure
your vehicle keeps running correctly. Multi-point inspection
Accessory drive belt(s).
Battery performance.
Engine air filter.
Exhaust system. Multi-point inspection
Exterior lamps and hazard warning
system operation.
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary.
For oil and fluid leaks.
Horn operation.
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses.
Suspension component for leaks or
damage.
Steering and linkage.
Tires (including spare) for wear and
correct pressure **
.
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits.
Washer spray and wiper operation.
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir,
automatic transmission, power steering (if
equipped with hydraulic power assist
steering) and window washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a
temporary mobility kit, check the tire
sealant expiration Use By date on the
canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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Automatic Transmission.............................151
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................. 154
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 153
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow.................................................................. 154
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 152
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission.............................. 151
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................240
Autowipers.......................................................83
Auxiliary Power Points................................122
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 122
AC Power Point.................................................... 122
Locations................................................................ 122
Auxiliary Switches
.......................................455
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 244
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........229
Booster Seats..................................................33 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 34
Bottle Holder
..................................................125
Brake Fluid Check.........................................241
Brakes
...............................................................156
General Information.......................................... 156
Breaking-In.......................................................191
Bulb Specification Chart...........................253
C
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel..................................313
Capacities.............................................................. 313
Specifications...................................................... 314
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™..................................................316
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 320
Capacities.............................................................. 317
Specifications...................................................... 318Capacities and Specifications -
3.7L
..................................................................321
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates........................................................... 324
Capacities.............................................................. 321
Specifications...................................................... 322
Capacities and Specifications
...............305
Cargo Lamps...................................................88
Switching the Cargo Lamps Off..................... 88
Switching the Cargo Lamps On..................... 88
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 261
Catalytic Converter - 3.5L/3.7L................142 On-Board Diagnostics System...................... 142
Changing a Bulb...........................................249 Central High Mounted Brake Lamp............252
Front Clearance Lamp...................................... 251
Headlamp............................................................. 249
Interior Lamp....................................................... 252
License Plate Lamp........................................... 252
Reading Lamps................................................... 253
Rear Lamps........................................................... 251
Side Direction Indicator.................................... 251
Sun Visor Mirror Lamp..................................... 253
Changing a Fuse...........................................227 Fuses....................................................................... 227
Changing a Road Wheel...........................292 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 293
Front Jacking Points......................................... 298
Installing a Road Wheel.................................. 302
Locking Lug Nuts............................................... 294
Rear Jacking Points........................................... 299
Removing a Road Wheel................................. 301
Removing a Wheel Trim.................................. 299
Stowing the Wheel and Vehicle Jack.........303
Vehicle Jack......................................................... 296
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel....................... 294
Changing the 12V Battery.........................244 Removing the Battery...................................... 244
Replacing the Battery...................................... 246
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel.................................255
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................256
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L..................................................................257
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Power Seats....................................................116
Power Lumbar...................................................... 118
Power Steering Fluid Check......................241 Adding Power Steering Fluid.......................... 241
Power Windows.............................................90 Accessory Delay................................................... 90
Bounce-Back......................................................... 90
Driver Side One-Touch Down......................... 90
Driver Side One-Touch Up............................... 90
Protecting the Environment........................16
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 292
R
Rear Passenger Climate Controls.............111 Adjusting the Blower Motor Speed................111
Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents..........111
Directing Air to the Overhead Air
Vents..................................................................... 111
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents and the Footwell Air Vents.................................... 111
Rear Quarter Windows
.................................92
Closing the Rear Quarter Windows...............92
Opening the Rear Quarter Windows.............92
Rear Seats........................................................118 Installing the Seats............................................ 120
Recline Adjustment............................................ 118
Removing Seats (Passenger Vehicles)............................................................ 119
Rear View Camera.......................................165 Manual Zoom....................................................... 167
Rear View Camera Delay.................................. 167
Rear View Camera Locations......................... 165
Using the Rear View Camera System.........165
Vehicles with Parking Aid................................. 167
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 165
Recommended Towing Weights.............181 Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 183
Reduced Engine Performance..................191
Refueling..........................................................137 System Warnings................................................ 139
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS).......................61
Changing the Remote Control Battery........62
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter..................... 61Locating Your Vehicle.........................................
62
Programming a New Remote Control..........62
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........................................................................\
. 63
Remote Control - Vehicles Without: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS)............................................................60
Changing the Remote Control Battery........60
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 60
Locating Your Vehicle.......................................... 61
Programming a New Remote Control.........60
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........61
Remote Start
...................................................112
Removing a Headlamp.............................248
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............265
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................12
Collision Repairs.................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 12
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 13
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................63
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................206
Roadside Assistance
...................................194
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 195
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside Assistance Program Coverage.................195
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 195
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 194
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 194
Roadside Emergencies
...............................194
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................... 191
Running Out of Fuel
....................................136
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container........................................................... 137
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 136
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USB 2......................................................................
376
Voice Commands for Audio Sources..........377
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............353
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 358
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 361
Bluetooth Devices............................................. 362
Making Calls......................................................... 357
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............354
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 355
Phone Options during an Active Call..........357
Phone Voice Commands................................ 355
Receiving Calls.................................................... 357
System Settings................................................. 363
Text Messaging................................................... 359
Using Traction Control
...............................160
Switching the System Off............................... 160
System Indicator Lights and Messages......................................................... 160
Using a Switch..................................................... 160
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................ 160
Using Voice Recognition
............................351
Apps........................................................................\
401
Automatic Blower Motor Speed Reduction........................................................ 402
Climate Control.................................................. 398
Entertainment..................................................... 397
General.................................................................. 396
Initiating a Voice Session................................. 351
Navigation........................................................... 400
Phone..................................................................... 399
System Interaction and Feedback..............352
Voice Settings...................................................... 401
Using Winter Tires
.......................................286
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................204
V
Vehicle Care..................................................260
Vehicle Certification Label........................312
Vehicle Identification Number..................311
Vehicle Storage
............................................266
Battery.................................................................... 267
Body....................................................................... 266
Brakes..................................................................... 267
Cooling system................................................... 267Engine....................................................................
266
Fuel system.......................................................... 267
General.................................................................. 266
Miscellaneous...................................................... 267
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 267
Tires........................................................................\
. 267
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 109
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number..............311
Voice Control
....................................................81
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators
................95
Airbag Warning Lamp........................................ 95
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp
.................................................................... 95
Battery Charging Condition Warning Lamp
.................................................................... 95
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 95
Diesel Warning Lamps....................................... 95
Direction Indicator............................................... 96
Door Ajar................................................................. 96
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp.................................................................... 96
Engine Warning Lamps..................................... 96
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp...................... 97
Headlamp High Beam Indicator..................... 97
Lamps on Indicator.............................................. 97
Lane Departure Warning Indicator................97
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp........................ 97
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 97
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp.................................................................... 97
Message Center Indicator................................. 97
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp.............................. 97
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................. 98
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp................................................. 98
Tow/Haul Warning Lamp................................. 98
Washer Fluid Check....................................242
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 261
Waxing.............................................................262
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 292
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