2019 FORD E SERIES tires

Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate thesystem or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
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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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Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
Change engine oil and filter.
Every7,500 mi(12,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.1
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, loose-ness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection that is recommended.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
Maintenance
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaftand U-joints.
Other Maintenance Items
Replace engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Torque rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non-sealed bearings are used.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 97,500 mi(157,000 km)Replace rear axle fluid. See Special Operating ConditionsScheduled Maintenance (page 281).
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance items underExceptions.Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires1, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.2Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsPerform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See OilChange Indicator Reset (page 144).
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change
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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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SYNC™ AppLink™.....................................250SYNC Mobile Apps............................................250SYNC™............................................................225General Information..........................................225SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................262
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications.............198The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................126Tire Care...........................................................169Glossary of Tire Terminology...........................171Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................169Information Contained on the TireSidewall.............................................................172Temperature A B C.............................................170Traction AA A B C................................................170Treadwear..............................................................170Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........188Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System........................................189Understanding Your Tire PressureMonitoring System .......................................189TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................168Towing a Trailer.............................................104Load Placement.................................................104Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......115Emergency Towing..............................................115Recreational Towing...........................................115Towing..............................................................104Traction Control..............................................93Principle of Operation........................................93Transmission Code Designation............202Transmission....................................................87Transporting the Vehicle............................123
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Under Hood Overview................................142USB Port..........................................................224Using Cruise Control.....................................96Canceling the Set Speed...................................97Changing the Set Speed...................................96Resuming the Set Speed...................................97
Setting the Cruise Speed..................................96Switching Cruise Control Off...........................97Switching Cruise Control On...........................96Using Snow Chains......................................187Using SYNC™ With Your MediaPlayer.............................................................252Accessing Your Play Menu..............................257Connecting Your Digital Media Player to theUSB Port...........................................................252Media Menu Features.......................................255Media Voice Commands.................................254System Settings.................................................259What's Playing?.................................................253Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............230Accessing Features Through the PhoneMenu..................................................................234Accessing Your Phone Settings....................239Making a Call.......................................................233Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones..................231Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time.............................................................................230Phone Options during an Active Call.........233Phone Voice Commands.................................231Receiving Calls....................................................233System Settings.................................................240Text Messaging...................................................237Using Traction Control.................................93Switching the System Off ................................93System Indicator Lights andMessages............................................................93Using Voice Recognition............................227Initiating a Voice Session.................................227System Interaction and Feedback..............228Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)..........................127
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Vehicle Care...................................................160General Information..........................................160Vehicle Certification Label.......................202Vehicle Identification Number.................201Vehicle Storage.............................................165Battery....................................................................166Body.........................................................................165Brakes.....................................................................166Cooling system....................................................166Engine.....................................................................166
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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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