Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly
alternating between E85 and gasoline. If
you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or
from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as
possible, at least half a tank. Drive your
vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km) to allow it to adapt to the change
in ethanol concentration. If you use E85
exclusively, we recommend that you fill
the fuel tank with regular unleaded
gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is in the glove
compartment.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Running out of fuel can cause damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
• Add a minimum of
1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel
to restart the engine.
• You may need to switch the ignition
from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to
pump the fuel from the tank to the
engine. When restarting, cranking time
takes a few seconds longer than
normal.
Note: If your vehicle is on a steep slope,
more fuel may be required. Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING:
Flow of fuel through a
fuel pump nozzle can produce static
electricity. This can cause a fire if you are
filling an ungrounded fuel container.
Use the following guidelines to avoid
electrostatic charge build-up, which can
produce a spark, when filling an
ungrounded fuel container:
• Only use an approved fuel container to
transfer fuel to your vehicle. Place the
container on the ground when filling it.
• Do not fill a fuel container when it is
inside your vehicle (including the cargo
area).
• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact
with the fuel container when filling it.
• Do not use a device that holds the fuel
pump nozzle lever in the fill position.
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container WARNING:
Do not insert the nozzle
of a fuel container or an aftermarket funnel
into the fuel filler neck. This may damage
the fuel system filler neck or its seal and
cause fuel to run onto the ground. WARNING:
Do not try to pry open or
push open the capless fuel system with
foreign objects. This could damage the fuel
system and its seal and cause injury to you
or others. WARNING:
Do not dispose of fuel
in the household refuse or the public
sewage system. Use an authorized waste
disposal facility.
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L
DURATEC-HE (MI4)/2.0L FLEX
FUEL/2.5L
Minimum.
A
Nominal.
B
Maximum.
C
ENGINE OIL CHECK WARNING: Do not work on a hot
engine.
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading. 5. Open the hood. See
Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 261).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 262).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level.
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately.
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING:
Do not add engine oil
when the engine is hot. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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Engine oil fill capacity including
the oil filter.
A
Engine oil viscosity grade.
B
Engine oil specification.
C Adding Engine Oil
Only add engine oil that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade in small
quantities of no more than 0.13 gal (0.5 L).
Wait for one minute after each refill step
to allow the engine oil to flow into the oil
pan and register on the engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Check (page 266).
Engine Coolant
Capacities Quantity
Variant
8.5 qt (8 L)
All.
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X.X E258300 E276509
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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