Driving Through Water................................117
Floor Mats........................................................117
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................119
Hazard Flashers...........................................120
Fuel Shutoff...................................................120
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................121
Transporting the Vehicle...........................123
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............124
In California (U.S. Only).............................125
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).....................126
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................127
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................127
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.........................................................................129
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).........................................................................129
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).........................................................................129
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................131
Changing a Fuse..........................................139
Maintenance
General Information....................................141
Opening and Closing the Hood...............141
Under Hood Overview...............................142
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................143
Engine Oil Check..........................................143
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................144
Engine Coolant Check...............................144
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.........................................................................149
Brake Fluid Check........................................152
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................152
Washer Fluid Check....................................153
Changing the 12V Battery.........................153
Checking the Wiper Blades......................155
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................155
Adjusting the Headlamps........................156
Removing a Headlamp..............................157
Changing a Bulb...........................................157
Changing the Engine Air Filter................159
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................160
Cleaning Products......................................160
Cleaning the Exterior.................................160
Waxing.............................................................162
Cleaning the Engine....................................162
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades.........................................................................162
Cleaning the Interior...................................163
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................163
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................164
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............165
Cleaning the Wheels..................................165
Vehicle Storage............................................165
Wheels and Tires
General Information...................................168
Tire Care..........................................................169
Using Snow Chains.....................................187
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........188
Changing a Road Wheel...........................192
Technical Specifications..........................196
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 6.2L...................198
Engine Specifications - 6.8L...................198
Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L..............................199
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L............................200
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Table of Contents
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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IntroductionE270480 E71340 E71880 E231160 E67017 E161353
System check and vehicle featurecustomization (If Equipped)
Note:System check and vehicle featurecustomization is only available with theoptional information display controls.
Note:When returning to the setup menuand you select a non-English language, youwill see a message appear HOLD RESETFOR ENGLISH to change back to English.Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem tochange back to English.
Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stemto get into the setup menu sequence forthe following displays:
Setup
OIL LIFE
English or MetricPress and hold theSELECT/RESET stemUNITS ENG /METRIC
ON or OFFAUTOLOCK (ifequipped)
ON or OFFAUTOUNLOCK (ifequipped)
COMPASS ZONE (if equipped)
Electric or EOHPress and hold theSELECT/RESET stemTBC MODE (ifequipped)
English / Spanish / FrenchLANGUAGE =ENGLISH /SPANISH /FRENCH
SYSTEM CHECK
XXX% OIL LIFEPress and hold the SELECT/RESET stemRESET FOR SYSTEMCHECKENGINE HOURS (if enabled)
ENGINE IDLE HOURS (ifenabled)
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SYSTEM CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM
TBC GAIN = XX.X or NOTRAILER (if equipped)
TBC GAIN = XX.X orOUTPUT = ////// (ifequipped)
XXX MILES TO E
OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW
This displays the remaining oil life. An oilchange is required whenever indicated bythe message center and according to therecommended maintenance schedule.USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100%after each oil change, perform thefollowing:
1. Press and release the SELECT/RESETstem to display OIL LIFE XXX% HOLDRESET = NEW.
2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESETstem for two seconds and release toreset the oil life to 100%.
Note:To change oil life 100% value (ifequipped):
3. Once OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%displays, release and press theSELECT/RESET stem to change the oillife start value. Each release and pressreduces the value by 10%.
UNITS ENG / METRIC
Displays the current units in English orMetric.
AUTOLOCK
This feature automatically locks all vehicledoors when you shift into any gear, puttingthe vehicle in motion.
AUTOUNLOCK
This feature automatically unlocks allvehicle doors when you open the driver'sdoor within 10 minutes of switching theignition off.
COMPASS
Displays the vehicle's heading direction.
Note:Driving near large buildings, bridges,power lines and powerful broadcastantennas may affect the compass reading.Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, onor near the vehicle may also affect compassaccuracy. If the compass appears to beinaccurate, a manual calibration may benecessary. Refer to Compass zoneadjustment.
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Information Displays
Only use oils certified for gasoline enginesby the American Petroleum Institute (API).An oil with this trademark symbolconforms to the current engine andemission system protection standards andfuel economy requirements of theInternational Lubricants SpecificationAdvisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 142).Turn it counterclockwise and removeit.
3. Add engine oil that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 203). You mayhave to use a funnel to pour the engineoil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turnit clockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem
Only reset the oil life monitoring systemafter changing the engine oil and oil filter.
To reset the oil life monitoring system dothe following:
1.Switch the ignition on. Do not start theengine.
2. Fully press the accelerator and brakepedals at the same time.
3.Keep the accelerator and brake pedalsfully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a messagedisplays confirming the reset procedureis in progress.
5. After 25 seconds, a message displaysconfirming the reset procedure iscomplete.
6. Release the accelerator and brakepedals.
7. Switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not put coolant inthe windshield washer reservoir. Ifsprayed on the windshield, coolant couldmake it difficult to see through thewindshield.
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Maintenance
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idlewith the climate controls set to defrostuntil the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Driveyour vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back andforth to remove rust build-up.
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Vehicle Care
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the information displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor wasreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect U-joints.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)
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Scheduled Maintenance
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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Scheduled Maintenance