
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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NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level, if your vehicle has a dipstick. Consult
your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Four –wheel
drive vehicles.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals. Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts. 2
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Change the front axle fluid. Four-wheel drive vehicles.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the transfer case fluid. Four-wheel drive vehicles.
Replace the accessory drive belt or belts.
Change the engine coolant. 3
At 200,000 mi
(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
3 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED
message appearing in the
information display.
• Example 1
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
(for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)). Perform
the engine air filter replacement. Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
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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 information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
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, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel
drive vehicles) fluid changes or level
checks are not required unless a leak is
suspected or the assembly has been
submerged in water. Contact an authorized
dealer for service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1,800 mi (2,900 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
RECORD
After the scheduled maintenance services
are performed, record the Repair Order #,
Distance and Engine Hours in the boxes
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Repair Order #:Distance:
Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature:
Dealer stamp

4
4WD
See: Four-Wheel Drive..................................... 156
A
A/C See: Climate Control........................................... 111
About This Manual...........................................7
About Trail Control.......................................174
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 165
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 165
Accessories....................................................433 Exterior Style....................................................... 433
Interior Style........................................................ 433
Lifestyle................................................................. 433
Peace of Mind..................................................... 433
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 13
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............183
Adjusting the Headlamps........................266 Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 266
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Airbag Disposal
...............................................49
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 111
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............272
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 65
Ambient Lighting............................................76 Adjusting the Brightness.................................... 76
Changing the Color.............................................. 76
Switching Ambient Lighting Off..................... 76
Switching Ambient Lighting On...................... 76
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................65
Alarm System........................................................ 65
Arming the Alarm................................................. 65
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 65
Triggering the Alarm............................................65
Appendices....................................................455 Apps.................................................................402
........................................................................\
.......... 402
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.................. 404
At a Glance........................................................18
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............89 Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 89
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 89
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 89
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................89
Audio Control
..................................................66
Type One................................................................. 66
Type Two................................................................. 67
You can operate the following functions with the control:............................................... 67
Audio Input Jack...........................................337
Audio System................................................326 General Information......................................... 326
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
......................................................................330
Adjusting the Volume...................................... 330
Changing Radio Stations................................. 331
Playing or Pausing Media................................. 331
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off..........331
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse.............................................................. 331
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC.........328 Accessing the Apps Menu.............................. 328
Accessing the Clock Settings........................ 328
Accessing the Information Menu.................328
Accessing the Media Source Menu.............328
Accessing the Phone Features..................... 328
Accessing the Settings Menu........................ 328
Accessing the Sound Settings...................... 329
Adjusting the Volume....................................... 329
Changing Radio Stations................................ 329
Listening to the Radio...................................... 329
Playing or Pausing Media............................... 329
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off..........329
Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off..........329
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........329
Switching the Display On and Off...............329
Using a Cell Phone............................................ 329
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse............................................................. 330
Using the Display Control............................... 330
Using the Number Block................................. 330
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Audio Unit - Vehicles Without:
SYNC.............................................................326
Accessing the Clock Settings........................ 326
Accessing the Media Source Menu.............326
Accessing the Menu.......................................... 326
Accessing the Phone Features...................... 327
Accessing the Sound Settings....................... 327
Adjusting the Volume....................................... 327
Changing Radio Stations................................. 327
Listening to the Radio....................................... 327
Muting the Audio................................................ 327
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off.........327
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse............................................................. 328
Using the Display Control................................ 327
Using the Number Block................................. 328
Autolamps.........................................................72 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 72
Automatic Climate Control
........................112
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 112
Setting the Temperature................................... 112
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................112
Switching Defrost On and Off......................... 113
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off................................................................ 113
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
. 112
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
. 113
Automatic High Beam Control..................74 Automatic High Beam Indicator..................... 75
Switching the System On and Off.................74
Automatic Transmission
............................152
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................. 155
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 154
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow................................................................... 155
Progressive Range Selection.......................... 154
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission................................................... 153Transmission Selector Lever
Positions............................................................ 152
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check .............................................................
262
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................139 Disabling Auto-Start-Stop............................. 140
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop............................... 139
Autowipers.......................................................69 Autowipers Settings............................................ 70
Auxiliary Power Points
................................129
110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 129
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 129
USB Port and Power Point Locations.........129
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 264
Battery Charging See: Charging the 12V Battery...................... 263
Blind Spot Information System..............196 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow...................................................................... 197
Switching the System On and Off...............199
System Errors....................................................... 199
Using the Blind Spot Information System.............................................................. 196
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........196
Body Styling Kits.........................................280
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........256
Booster Seats
..................................................29
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check
........................................262
Brakes...............................................................165 General Information.......................................... 165
Breaking-In.....................................................224
Bulb Specification Chart...........................324
C
Cabin Air Filter
................................................116
Canceling the Set Speed...........................174
Capacities and Specifications................320 Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates........................................................... 323
Specifications....................................................... 321
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Cargo Lamps....................................................76
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 273
Catalytic Converter
......................................149
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 150
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing..................................................... 151
Center Console
...............................................131
Changing a Bulb..........................................268 Approach Lamp and Side Direction
Indicator........................................................... 269
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp..............271
Front Fog Lamps............................................... 269
Front Side Marker Bulb................................... 269
License Plate Lamp............................................ 271
Rear Lamps.......................................................... 270
Replacing LED Fog Lamp Bulbs................... 270
Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs .................. 268
Changing a Fuse
..........................................254
Fuses...................................................................... 254
Changing a Road Wheel...........................304 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 304
Installing a Road Wheel................................... 312
Jacking and Lifting Points............................... 310
Removing a Road Wheel.................................. 311
Spare Wheel....................................................... 309
Stowing the Flat Tire......................................... 312
Stowing the Tool Kit - SuperCrew................314
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool Kit - SuperCab.......................................................... 313
Stowing the Vehicle Jack - SuperCrew........................................................ 313
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 305
Vehicle Jack......................................................... 306
Changing the 12V Battery.........................264 Remove and Reinstall the Battery..............265
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................272
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................266
Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades............................................................... 266
Charging the 12V Battery..........................263 Battery Management System....................... 263
Checking MyKey System Status...............59 MyKey Distance.................................................... 59
Number of Admin Keys..................................... 60
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 60
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................266 Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance.................................................39
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................31
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Child Safety Locks..........................................33 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 33
Right-Hand Side................................................... 33
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................277
Cleaning Products........................................273 Materials................................................................ 273
Cleaning the Engine....................................275
Cleaning the Exterior...................................273 Cleaning the Headlamps................................. 274
Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 274
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 274
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 274
Underbody............................................................ 274
Under Hood.......................................................... 274
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
.........................276
Cleaning the Interior....................................276
Mirrors..................................................................... 276
Cleaning the Wheels..................................278
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................275
Clearing All MyKeys
.......................................59
Climate............................................................386
Climate Control
...............................................111
Cold Weather Precautions.......................225
Connecting a Bluetooth Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC..........................331
Pairing a Device................................................... 331
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 260
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......48
Creating a MyKey
...........................................58
Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 59
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................199 Blocked Sensors................................................. 201
False Alerts.......................................................... 202
Switching the System Off and On..............202
System Errors...................................................... 202
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................. 201
System Limitations........................................... 202
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.........200
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