
When to expect the oil change message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Extended hot or cold operation. Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(4800-7999 km) Maximum load or towing.
Extreme hot or cold operation.
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Diesel engine fill diesel exhaust fluid.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
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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
3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the oil
change required message appearing in the
information display.
•
Example 1
: The message appears at
28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message does not
appear, 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 Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km) 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 Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)
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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 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
* 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. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
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.
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
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.
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Power Folding Mirrors........................................
88
F
Fan See: Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel.................236
See: Engine Cooling Fan - E85/
Gasoline........................................................... 236
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................42 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 43
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................42
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 293
Floor Mats........................................................192
Ford Credit.........................................................13
US Only..................................................................... 13
Ford Protect
...................................................462
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 463
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 462
Front Door Storage Compartment.........123
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......246
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................130
Fuel Consumption........................................138
Advertised Capacity.......................................... 138
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 139
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 139
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................135
Fuel Filter - Gasoline..................................244
Fuel Quality - Diesel
......................................131
Biodiesel................................................................. 132
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 133
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not
Required ............................................................ 131
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)............131
Fuel Quality - E85
........................................134
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 134
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 135Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................133
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 133
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................195
Ignition Switch..................................................... 195
Fuse Box Locations....................................208 Body Control Module....................................... 208
Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................. 208
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...........208
Pre-fuse Box....................................................... 208
Fuses................................................................208
Fuse Specification Chart - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel
..............................................209
Body Control Module........................................ 216
Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................. 209
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............212
Fuse Specification Chart - 3.5L Ecoboost™/3.7L........................................218
Body Control Module........................................ 225
Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................... 218
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............221
G
Gauges................................................................91 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............91
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 92
Information Display.............................................. 91
Tripmeter Reset and Distance to Empty.................................................................. 92
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 151
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................67
General Maintenance Information.......466 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 468
Owner Checks and Services......................... 468
Protecting Your Investment........................... 467
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 466
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?.................................................... 466
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................204
Getting the Services You Need...............201 Away From Home............................................... 201
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Starting a Diesel Engine.............................126
Engine Warning Lamps..................................... 127
Failure to Start...................................................... 127
Glow Plug Indicator............................................ 127
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................127
Important Ventilating Information...............127
Starting the Engine............................................ 126
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 127
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 127
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................125
Engine Warning Lamps.................................... 126
Failure to Start..................................................... 125
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................126
Important Ventilating Information...............126
Starting the Engine............................................ 125
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 125
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 125
Starting and Stopping the Engine
..........124
General Information.......................................... 124
Steering.............................................................172
Steering Wheel
................................................79
Storage Compartments.............................123
Supplementary Restraints System.........48 Principle of Operation........................................ 48
Switching Off the Engine
...........................128
Vehicles With a Turbocharger........................ 128
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3........................................................394
General Information......................................... 394
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
.....................446
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......372 911 Assist................................................................ 372
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 374
SYNC™...........................................................356 General Information......................................... 356
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................386
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............307
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................203 Tire Care
..........................................................270
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 272
Inflating the Tires............................................... 279
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grades............................................................... 270
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 273
Inspecting the Tires and Wheel Valve Stems................................................................ 282
Location of the Tire Label............................... 279
Tire Age.................................................................. 283
Tire and Wheel Alignment............................. 285
Tire Damage........................................................ 282
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................284
Tire Replacement Requirements.................283
Tire Rotation........................................................ 285
Tire Safety Practices........................................ 284
Tire Wear............................................................... 282
United States Department of Transportation Tire Quality Grades.........271
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........288 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 290
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset Procedure......................................................... 292
Understanding the Tire Pressure Monitoring System............................................................. 290
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 269
Tow/Haul.........................................................154
Towing a Trailer
..............................................179
Load Placement.................................................. 179
Towing Points
................................................199
Front Towing Point............................................. 199
Rear Towing Point.............................................. 199
Towing Eye Location........................................ 200
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................189
Emergency Towing............................................ 189
Recreational Towing......................................... 190
Towing...............................................................179
Traction Control
............................................159
Principle of Operation....................................... 159
Trailer Sway Control....................................180
Transmission Code Designation.............314
Transmission...................................................151
Transporting the Vehicle
...........................198
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