Check every six months
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Other Maintenance Items
Change engine coolant.1Every 105,000 mi(168,000 km)Inspect accessory drive belts.2
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Change automatic transmission filter.
Replace accessory drive belts if not replaced within the last100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearingsare used.
Change engine coolant if your vehicle has yellow-colored
coolant.3Every 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Initial replacement at six years or 105,000 mi (168,000 km), then every three years or45,000 mi (72,000 km).2 If not replaced, inspect every 15,000 mi (24,000 km).3 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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Bulb Specification Chart............................212
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Capacities and Specifications -6.2L................................................................203Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................207Specifications.....................................................204Capacities and Specifications -6.8L................................................................207Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates.............................................................212Specifications.....................................................209Capacities and Specifications................198Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................160Catalytic Converter.......................................84On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....................85Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing.....................................................85Changing a Bulb............................................157Lamp Assembly Condensation.....................157Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse LampBulbs (Cut-Away Only)...............................158Replacing Front Parking Lamp and DirectionIndicator Bulbs...............................................158Replacing Headlamp Bulbs............................157Replacing Side Marker Bulbs.........................158Changing a Fuse...........................................139Fuses.......................................................................139Changing a Road Wheel............................192Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation......................................................193Tire Change Procedure.....................................194Changing the 12V Battery..........................153Dual Batteries......................................................155Reconnecting the Battery...............................154Changing the Engine Air Filter.................159Changing the Wiper Blades......................155Checking the Wiper Blades.......................155Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................31Child Restraint Positioning.........................25Child Safety........................................................17General Information.............................................17Cleaning Leather Seats..............................164
Cleaning Products.......................................160Materials................................................................160Cleaning the Engine.....................................162Cleaning the Exterior..................................160Cleaning the Headlamps..................................161Exterior Chrome Parts.......................................161Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................161Stripes or Graphics..............................................161Underbody.............................................................161Under Hood...........................................................161Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................163Cleaning the Interior....................................163Mirrors.....................................................................163Cleaning the Wheels...................................165Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................162Climate Control..............................................66Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................144Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........37Cruise Control..................................................47Principle of Operation........................................96Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control.................................96Customer Assistance..................................124
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Data Recording..................................................7911 Assist Privacy Notice......................................11Comfort, Convenience and EntertainmentData........................................................................9Event Data.................................................................9Service Data.............................................................8Services That Third Parties Provide...............10Services That We Provide..................................10Vehicles With a Modem.....................................10Vehicles With SYNC.............................................10Daytime Running Lamps............................50Digital Radio...................................................219HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................220Direction Indicators.......................................50Doors and Locks.............................................42Driver and Passenger Airbags....................33Children and Airbags...........................................37Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........33
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Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................37Driving Aids......................................................98Driving Hints....................................................116Driving Through Water.................................117DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................50
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Economical Driving.......................................116Electromagnetic Compatibility..............294Emission Law...................................................83Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance...........84Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem................................................................83End User License Agreement.................296SYNC End User License Agreement(EULA)..............................................................296Engine Block Heater......................................76Using the Engine Block Heater........................76Engine Coolant Check................................144Adding Coolant....................................................145Coolant Change...................................................147Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................148Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................147Recycled Coolant...............................................146Severe Climates...................................................147Engine Emission Control.............................83Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................45Engine Oil Check...........................................143Adding Engine Oil...............................................143Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................143Engine Specifications - 6.2L....................198Drivebelt Routing................................................198Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................198Drivebelt Routing................................................199Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks..........................108Before Towing a Trailer......................................113Hitches...................................................................109Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)..........................................114Safety Chains........................................................110Trailer Brakes.........................................................110
Trailer Lamps.........................................................113Trailer Towing Connector................................109When Towing a Trailer.......................................113Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording...............................................7Exterior Mirrors.................................................51Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................51Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................51Telescoping Mirrors .............................................52
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................29Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................28Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................192Floor Mats.........................................................117Ford Credit..........................................................11US Only......................................................................11Ford Protect...................................................274Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)...........................................275Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)...................................................................274Fuel and Refueling..........................................77Fuel Consumption..........................................81Advertised Capacity.............................................81Fuel Economy.........................................................81Fuel Quality - E85...........................................77Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex FuelVehicles................................................................77Switching Between E85 and Gasoline.........78Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................79Choosing the Right Fuel.....................................79Fuel Shutoff....................................................120Fuses..................................................................131Fuse Specification Chart.............................131Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........136Power Distribution Box......................................131
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Gauges...............................................................53Battery Voltage Gauge.......................................54Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............54Fuel Gauge..............................................................53Information Display.............................................54
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Fuel system..........................................................166General...................................................................165Miscellaneous......................................................166Removing Vehicle From Storage..................166Tires.........................................................................166VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................66VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number.............201Voice Control....................................................47
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................54Airbag Warning Lamp.........................................54Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp....................................................................55Anti-Theft System...............................................55Battery......................................................................55Brake System Warning Lamp..........................55Check Fuel Cap.....................................................55Cruise Control Indicator.....................................55Direction Indicator................................................55Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp....................................................................55Engine Oil................................................................55Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.....................56Headlamp High Beam Indicator.....................56Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp........................56Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp..................56Powertrain Malfunction/Electronic ThrottleControl................................................................56Service Engine Soon...........................................56Tow Haul Indicator...............................................57Traction Control System...................................56Traction Control System Off............................56Washer Fluid Check.....................................153WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................160See: Wipers and Washers.................................48Waxing..............................................................162Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................192Wheels and Tires..........................................168General Information..........................................168Technical Specifications.................................196Windows and Mirrors.....................................51Windshield Washers.....................................48
Windshield Wipers........................................48Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades...................155Wipers and Washers.....................................48
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