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Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected. Brakes
•
Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
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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.
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.
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 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.
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When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(5000-7999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
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Selecting a Menu Option................................
355
Selecting Media.................................................. 354
Selecting the Radio.......................................... 354
Sound Settings................................................... 356
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........353
Switching the Screen On and Off...............356
System Settings................................................. 356
Using a Cell Phone............................................ 356
Autolamps........................................................79 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 79
Automatic Climate Control......................109 Adjusting the Auto Mode.................................. 110
Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents........110
Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air Vents................................................................... 110
Directing Air to the Windshield Air Vents................................................................... 110
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 110
Setting the Temperature.................................. 110
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................110
Switching Dual Mode On and Off.................110
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off........................................................................\
110
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 109
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 109
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 109
Switching the Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 109
Automatic Crash Notification System............................................................49
Automatic High Beam Control.................80 Automatic High Beam Indicator...................... 81
Overriding the System......................................... 81
Switching the System On and Off................80
Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission........................169
Brake Shift Interlock.......................................... 169
Selector Lever Positions.................................. 169
SelectShift™........................................................ 169
Automatic Transmission - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission..........................171
Brake Shift Interlock............................................ 171
Selector Lever Positions.................................... 171
SelectShift™......................................................... 171Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check.............................................................272
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................146 Information Messages....................................... 147
Principle of Operation....................................... 146
Replacing the Battery........................................ 147
Switching the System On and Off................147
Using Auto-Start-Stop..................................... 146
Autowipers........................................................75
Auxiliary Power Points.................................131 12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 131
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 273
Blind Spot Information System.............209 ........................................................................\
.......... 209
Switching the System On and Off...............210
System Errors....................................................... 210
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................. 209
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System.........209
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........261
Booster Seats..................................................26 Types of Booster Seats....................................... 27
Brake Fluid Check.........................................272
Brakes................................................................173 General Information........................................... 173
Breaking-In.....................................................238
Bulb Specification Chart..........................350
C
Cabin Air Filter.................................................113
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel..............................335
Air Conditioning System.................................. 335
Automatic Transmission................................. 339
Brake System...................................................... 339
Diesel Exhaust Fluid......................................... 338
Engine.................................................................... 336
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 338
Grease................................................................... 340
Locks...................................................................... 340
Washer Reservoir............................................... 338
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Engine Block Heater....................................144
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 145
Engine Coolant Check...............................268
Adding Coolant.................................................. 268
Coolant Change................................................. 270
Engine Coolant Temperature Management....................................................271
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 270
Recycled Coolant............................................... 270
Severe Climates................................................. 270
Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel.....................268
Engine Cooling Fan - Gasoline................267
Engine Emission Control...........................158
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 70
Engine Oil Check..........................................266 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 266
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel.............................................................265
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel/2.5L....................266
Engine Specifications - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel..............................327
Engine Specifications - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel
...............................328
Engine Specifications - 2.5L....................329
Entertainment...............................................377 Playing Music From a USB or Media
Player................................................................. 378
Streaming Music From a Bluetooth Device................................................................ 378
Using the Radio................................................... 377
Environment.....................................................16
Essential Towing Checks..........................233 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 235
Hitches................................................................... 234
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft....................................................... 236
Safety Chains...................................................... 234
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 234
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 235
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 234
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 235
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options.................................15
Exterior Mirrors
................................................84
Adjusting the Mirrors.......................................... 84Folding the Mirrors...............................................
84
F
Fan See: Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel.................268
See: Engine Cooling Fan - Gasoline............267
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................33 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 34
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................34
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 320
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit................296
Floor Mats.......................................................239
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 81
Ford Credit
.........................................................13
US Only..................................................................... 13
Ford Protect....................................................414 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 415
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 414
Front Fog Lamps.............................................81
Front Parking Aid...........................................181 Front Parking Aid Information
Messages.......................................................... 183
Object Distance Indicator................................ 182
Front Passenger Sensing System............42
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades.......275
Fuel and Refueling.......................................148
Fuel Consumption
........................................157
Advertised Capacity........................................... 157
Fuel Economy....................................................... 157
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................153
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................148 Biodiesel................................................................ 149
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 150
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ..........149
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ...................... 148
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Fuel Quality - E85.........................................152
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 152
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 153
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................151 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 151
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................242
Ignition Switch.................................................... 242
Keyless Starting.................................................. 243
Fuse Box Locations.....................................254 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 254
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............254
Fuses................................................................254
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................254
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 255
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...........258
G
Gauges................................................................87 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............88
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 87
Information Display............................................. 87
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 169
General Information on Radio Frequencies....................................................51
General Maintenance Information........416 Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 418
Owner Checks and Services........................... 417
Protecting Your Investment........................... 416
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 416
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 416
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................250
Getting the Services You Need...............247 Away From Home.............................................. 247
Global Opening
..............................................84
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 174
Hazard Flashers............................................242
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 276Headlamp Exit Delay
...................................80
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 115
Head Restraints
..............................................115
Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 116
Heated Exterior Mirrors
................................113
Heated Rear Window...................................113
Heated Seats.................................................130
Heated Windshield........................................113
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 108
Hill Start Assist..............................................174 Switching the System On and Off................175
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 175
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control
..................................111
Defogging or Clearing the Windshield of
Thin Ice................................................................. 111
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................... 111
General Hints.......................................................... 111
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................... 111
Recommended Settings for Cooling.............111
Recommended Settings for Heating.............111
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control............................................................112
Defogging or Clearing the Windshield of Thin Ice................................................................ 112
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................. 112
General Hints......................................................... 112
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 112
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 112
Recommended Settings for Cooling............112
Recommended Settings for Heating............112
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................174
Home Screen
.................................................372
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........261
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................134
In California (U.S. Only)............................248
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Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer................................................................. 225
Locking and Unlocking.................................63 Autolock.................................................................. 65
Autounlock............................................................. 65
Emergency Locking with the Key................... 65
Locking and Unlocking the Doors From Inside.................................................................... 63
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade........................................................... 64
Opening the Double Rear Doors..................... 63
Opening the Double Rear Doors From Inside................................................................... 66
Remote Control.................................................... 63
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter........................................................ 64
Unlocking the Doors with the Interior Door Handles............................................................... 64
Luggage Anchor Points...............................221
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 320
Lug Nuts..........................................................325
M
Maintenance..................................................261 General Information.......................................... 261
Manual Climate Control............................108
Directing Air to the Footwell Air
Vents.................................................................. 109
Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air Vents.................................................................. 109
Directing Air to the Windshield Air Vents.................................................................. 109
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 108
Setting the Temperature................................. 109
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off....................................................................... 108
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 108
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 108
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 108
Switching the Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 108
Manual Liftgate
..............................................69
Closing the Liftgate............................................. 69Opening the Liftgate...........................................
69
Unlocking the Liftgate........................................ 69
Manual Seats
...................................................117
Adjusting the Lumbar Support....................... 118
Adjusting the Seat Backrest............................ 118
Adjusting the Seat Height................................ 118
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................... 117
Single Passenger Seat....................................... 118
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 92
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 83
Mobile Communications Equipment.......15
Motorcraft Parts - 1.5L Duratorq-TDCi Diesel............................................................330
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)/2.0L Flex Fuel.................................331
Motorcraft Parts - 2.5L...............................332
MyKey Settings...............................................56 Configurable Settings......................................... 56
Non-Configurable Settings.............................. 56
MyKey Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Push Button Start........................................61
What is an admin key?........................................ 61
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?.................... 61
Why can I not create a MyKey?....................... 61
Why can I not program a MyKey?................... 61
Why can I not start the engine with a MyKey?................................................................ 62
Why does the MyKey distance not accumulate?..................................................... 62
MyKey Troubleshooting - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start.....................61
What is an admin key?........................................ 61
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?.................... 61
Why can I not create a MyKey?....................... 61
Why can I not program a MyKey?................... 61
Why does the MyKey distance not accumulate?...................................................... 61
MyKey ™
.............................................................56
Principle of Operation........................................ 56
N
Navigation.......................................................381 Changing the Format of the Map................382
Live Traffic............................................................ 384
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Vehicle Care...................................................286
Vehicle Certification Label.......................334
Vehicle Identification Number................333
Vehicle Storage.............................................292
Battery................................................................... 293
Body........................................................................\
292
Brakes.................................................................... 293
Cooling system................................................... 293
Engine.................................................................... 293
Fuel system.......................................................... 293
General.................................................................. 292
Miscellaneous..................................................... 293
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................293
Tires........................................................................\
293
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 108
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............333
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................88 Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator.................88
Airbag Warning Lamp........................................ 88
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp
................................................................... 88
Blind Spot Information System Indicator............................................................. 88
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 89
Cruise Control Indicator..................................... 89
Direction Indicator............................................... 89
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp................................................................... 89
Engine Warning Lamps..................................... 89
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp..................... 89
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 89
Hazard Flashers Warning Lamp..................... 90
High Beam Headlamp Indicator.................... 90
Ignition Warning Lamp...................................... 90
Information Message Indicator...................... 90
Lamps on Indicator............................................. 90
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp....................... 90
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................90
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp............................. 90
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................. 90Stability Control and Traction Control Off
Warning Lamp................................................. 90
Washer Fluid Check.....................................273
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 287
Waxing.............................................................288
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 320
Wheels and Tires.........................................295 General Information......................................... 295
Windows and Mirrors
....................................83
Windshield Washers......................................76
Windshield Wipers.........................................75
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 75
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 75
Winter Tires See: Using Winter Tires.................................... 315
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 275
Wipers and Washers.....................................75
Wireless Accessory Charging...................132
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 236
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