WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.
•
Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
•
Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover
remove the cover before application of
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser.
Immediately rinse away any over spray.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Capacities
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under
high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant
system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. Capacity
Item
6.2 qt (5.9 L)
Engine oil (with oil filter).
11.6 qt (11 L)
Engine coolant.
Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid.
2.11 pt (1.0 L)
Front axle fluid.
3.70 pt (1.75 L)
Rear axle fluid (standard axle).
3.04 pt (1.44 L)
Rear axle fluid (locking axle).
12.8 qt (12.1 L)1
Automatic transmission fluid.
23.7 fl oz (700 ml)
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (four-
wheel drive).
Fill as required
Windshield washer fluid.
18.8 gal (71.2 L)
Fuel tank.
1.49 lb (0.675 kg)
A/C refrigerant.
2.7 fl oz (80 ml)
A/C refrigerant compressor oil.
1 Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
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Specification
Name
MERCON® LV
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
CXT-10-LV12
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSS-M17B21-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
R-1234yf Refrigerant
YN-33-A
WSS-M17B21-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
R-1234yf Refrigerant
HS7Z-19B519-BA
WSS-M2C300-A2
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil
YN-35
ESA-M1C75-B
Transmission, parking brake linkage and pivots and brake
pedal shift grease:
Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E1
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
-
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
XL-1
-
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, it could result in:
• Component damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods. •
Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Reduced brake performance.
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Check Every Month
Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 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.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper 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 right,
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 great. Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
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Multi-Point Inspection
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2 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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Using Snow Chains.....................................297
Vehicles with Stability Control..................... 298
Using Stability Control
................................170
AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC™)............................................................. 170
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player.............................................................347
Audio Voice Commands.................................. 347
Media Sources..................................................... 347
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............342 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 343
Pairing a Phone...................................................342
Phone Controls................................................... 343
Phone Voice Commands................................ 343
Using Traction Control...............................168 Switching the System Off .............................. 168
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 168
Using Voice Recognition...........................340 Audio Voice Commands................................. 370
Climate Voice Commands............................... 371
Initiating a Voice Session............................... 340
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 374
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 373
Phone Voice Commands................................. 371
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands...................................................... 374
System Interaction and Feedback...............341
Voice Settings Commands............................. 375
Using Voice Recognition - Vehicles Without: SYNC..........................................338
Voice Pass Through.......................................... 338
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................237
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................273
General Information.......................................... 273
Vehicle Certification Label........................318
Vehicle Identification Number.................318
Vehicle Storage.............................................278 Battery.................................................................... 279
Body........................................................................\
278
Brakes..................................................................... 279
Cooling system................................................... 279
Engine..................................................................... 279Fuel system..........................................................
279
General.................................................................. 278
Miscellaneous..................................................... 279
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 279
Tires........................................................................\
. 279
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 111
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............318
Voice Control
....................................................67
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................86 Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator.................86
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 86
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator............................................................. 86
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator................................ 86
Battery..................................................................... 86
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 86
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 86
Cruise Control Indicator..................................... 87
Direction Indicator................................................ 87
Door Ajar Warning Lamp................................... 87
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 87
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp.................................................................... 87
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp...................... 87
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators............................ 87
Front Airbag............................................................ 87
Front Fog Lamp Indicator.................................. 87
Headlamp High Beam Indicator..................... 87
Hood Ajar Warning Lamp................................. 88
Low Beam Malfunction..................................... 88
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp....................... 88
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 88
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp
................................................................... 88
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp............................. 88
Parking Lamps...................................................... 88
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control...........88
Service Engine Soon........................................... 88
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................. 89
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp................................................. 89
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Tow Haul Indicator..............................................
89
Trail Control........................................................... 89
Washer Fluid Check....................................263
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 273
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 69
Waxing..............................................................275
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 304
Wheels and Tires
..........................................281
General Information.......................................... 281
Technical Specifications.................................. 314
Windows and Mirrors.....................................77
Windshield Washers.....................................70
Windshield Wipers........................................69 Intermittent Wipe................................................ 69
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 69
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................266
Wipers and Washers.....................................69
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