Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealerin order to prevent damage to the tirepressure monitoring system sensors. SeeTire Pressure Monitoring System (page 329).Replace the spare tire with a road tire assoon as possible. During repairing orreplacing of the flat tire, have the authorizeddealer inspect the tire pressure monitoringsystem sensor for damage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increased riskof loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire,then it is intended for temporary use only.This means that if you need to use it, youshould replace it as soon as possible with aroad wheel and tire assembly that is thesame size and type as the road tires andwheels that were originally provided by Ford.If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel isdamaged, it should be replaced rather thanrepaired.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tire assemblythat is different in brand, size or appearancefrom the road tires and wheels and can beone of three types:
1. T-type mini-spare: This spare tire beginswith the letter T for tire size and may haveTemporary Use Only molded in the sidewall.
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label onwheel: This spare tire has a label on thewheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND TIREASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilar sparetires listed above, do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
•Load the vehicle beyond maximumvehicle load rating listed on the SafetyCompliance Label.
•Tow a trailer.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tireat a time.
•Use commercial car washing equipment.
•Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listedabove at any one wheel location can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•All-wheel driving capability.
3. Full-size dissimilar spare without labelon wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
•Use more than one dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly at a time.
•Use commercial car washing equipment.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare wheeland tire assembly.
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The usage of a full-size dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•All-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly additionalcaution should be given to:
•Towing a trailer.
•Driving vehicles equipped with a camperbody.
•Driving vehicles with a load on the cargorack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly andseek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNING: When one of the frontwheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle frommoving or slipping off the jack, even if thetransmission is in park (P).
WARNING: To help prevent yourvehicle from moving when changing awheel, shift the transmission into park (P),set the parking brake and use anappropriate block or wheel chock tosecure the wheel diagonally opposite tothe wheel being changed. For example,when changing the front left wheel, placean appropriate block or wheel chock onthe right rear wheel.
WARNING: No person should placeany portion of their body under a vehiclethat is supported by a jack.
WARNING: Do not attempt to changea tire on the side of the vehicle close tomoving traffic. Pull far enough off the roadto avoid the danger of being hit whenoperating the jack or changing the wheel.
WARNING: Always use the jackprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle. If using a jack other than the oneprovided, make sure the jack capacity isadequate for the vehicle weight, includingany vehicle cargo or modifications. If youare unsure if the jack capacity is adequate,contact the authorized dealer.
Note:Passengers should not remain in yourvehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Note:Jack at the specified locations to avoiddamage to the vehicle.
Note:If your vehicle came equipped with anextra full size wheel and tire assembly(placed in the cargo area), be sure to storethe wheel and tire assembly outside of thevehicle after delivery (livery vehicles only).
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Non-Limousine
Note:If the third row seat is stowed in thefloor, you will need to unstow it to accessthe spare tire.
1. Park on a level surface, set the parkingbrake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park (P) andturn the engine off.
3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.
4.Remove the carpeted floor panel locatedin the rear of the vehicle, then removethe wing nut that secures the spare tireby turning it counterclockwise.
5. Lift and remove the spare tire from thetrunk.
6. Remove the second wing nut thatsecures the jack retention bracket byturning it counterclockwise. Then removethe jack kit from the vehicle.
7.Remove the jack, L-shaped bolt, and thewrench from the felt bag. Fold down thewrench socket to use to loosen the lugnuts and to operate the jack.
8. Remove the wheel cover with the lugwrench tip and loosen each wheel lugnut one-half turn counterclockwise, butdo not remove them until the wheel israised off the ground.
9. The vehicle jacking points are shownabove, and are depicted on the warninglabel on the jack.
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10. Put the jack in the jack notch next tothe tire you are changing. Turn the jackhandle clockwise until the wheel iscompletely off the ground.
11. Remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench.
12.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire,making sure the valve stem is facingoutward. Reinstall the lug nuts until thewheel is snug against the hub. Do notfully tighten the lug nuts until the wheelhas been lowered.
13. Lower the wheel by turning the jackhandle counterclockwise.
14. Remove the jack and fully tighten thelug nuts in the order shown. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 340).
15. Install the wheel cover.
Limousine
1. Park on a level surface, set the parkingbrake and activate the hazard flashers.
2. Place the transmission in park (P) andturn the engine off.
3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.
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4. Remove the wing nut that secures thespare tire by turning it counterclockwise.
5. Lift and remove the spare tire from thetrunk.
6. Remove the lug wrench (A) and jack (B)from the jack foam pockets.
7. Remove the wheel cover with the lugwrench tip and loosen each wheel lugnut one-half turn counterclockwise, butdo not remove them until the wheel israised off the ground.
8. The vehicle jacking points are shownabove, and are depicted on the warninglabel on the jack.
9.Put the jack in the jack notch next to thetire you are changing. Turn the jackhandle clockwise until the wheel iscompletely off the ground.
10. Remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench.
11.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire,making sure the valve stem is facingoutward. Reinstall the lug nuts until thewheel is snug against the hub. Do notfully tighten the lug nuts until the wheelhas been lowered.
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12. Lower the wheel by turning the jackhandle counterclockwise.
13. Remove the jack and fully tighten thelug nuts in the order shown. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 340).
14. Install the wheel cover.
Stowing the flat tire
If you are stowing the flat tire, remove theL-shaped bolt from the external pocket ofthe felt bag. With the third row seat in theraised position, stand the flat tire in the rearof the vehicle with the tire’s valve stem facingthe rear of the vehicle. Fasten the flat tire tothe vehicle by inserting the L-shaped boltthrough one of the lug bolt holes in thewheel. Turn it clockwise into the threadedhole in the vehicle until the tire is secured.
If you are stowing the temporary spare tire,place the tire over the jack and secure it withthe large wing nut.
Stowing the jack
1. Fully collapse the jack, fold the lugwrench socket into the handle and placethe jack and wrench into the felt bag asshown. Place the extension bolt orL-shaped bolt into the external pocket ofthe felt bag. Position the jack as shownto make sure that the locating holes inthe jack base can be placed on thelocating tabs of the jack mountingbracket in the spare tire tub.
2.Securely close the wrench compartmentand the jack bag using the Velcro™ straps.
3. Place the jack kit on the angled bracketin the spare tire tub, using the locatingtabs to position the jack correctly.
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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.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer2If 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 serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive wayto perform a thorough inspection of yourvehicle. Your checklist gives you immediatefeedback on the overall condition of yourvehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an IntelligentOil-Life Monitor that determines when youshould change the engine oil based on howyour vehicle is used. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owning yourvehicle and reduces environmental waste atthe same time.
This means you do not have to remember tochange the oil on a mileage-based schedule.Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity of use.
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