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Your vehicle is equipped with the IntelligentOil-Life Monitor system, which displays amessage in the information display at theproper oil change interval. This interval maybe up to one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km).
When the oil change message appears inthe information display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 mi (800 km)of the message appearing. Make sure youreset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor aftereach oil change. See Oil Change IndicatorReset (page 287).
If your information display resets prematurelyor becomes inoperative, you should performthe oil change interval at six months or5,000 mi (8,000 km) from your last oilchange. Never exceed one year or 10,000 mi(16,000 km) between oil change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performance systems.Every manufacturer develops these systemsusing different specifications andperformance features. That is why it isimportant to rely upon your dealership toproperly diagnose and repair your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various parts andcomponent systems based upon engineeringtesting. Ford Motor Company relies upon thistesting to determine the most appropriatemileage for replacement of oils and fluids toprotect your vehicle at the lowest overall costto you and recommends againstmaintenance schedules that deviate fromthe scheduled maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorizedre-manufactured replacement partsengineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford WorkshopManual list the recommended additives andchemicals for your vehicle. We do notrecommend using chemicals or additives notapproved by us as part of your vehicle’snormal maintenance. Please consult yourwarranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normaloperating characteristic and, by itself, doesnot necessarily indicate a concern or that thefluid needs to be changed. However, aqualified expert, such as the factory-trainedtechnicians at your dealership, shouldinspect discolored fluids that also show signsof overheating or foreign materialcontamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viableway to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduled maintenance.It is critical that systems are flushed only withnew fluid that is the same as that requiredto fill and operate the system or using aFord-approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Change engine oil and filter.2
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 rear axle and U-joints (All Wheel Drive only).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
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.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 287).
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Operating in off-road (unpaved, sandy, dusty) and Mountainous conditions
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
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.*Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or 6 months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
*Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 287).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
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Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer................................................................232
Locking and Unlocking.................................68Activating Intelligent Access.............................69Autolock..................................................................70Autounlock.............................................................70Battery Saver...........................................................71Enabling or Disabling Autounlock....................70Illuminated Entry.....................................................71Illuminated Exit........................................................71Locking and Unlocking the Doors with theKey Blade...........................................................68Opening a Rear Door From the Inside............69Power Door Locks................................................68Remote Control.....................................................68Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys.....................................................................69
Luggage Covers............................................231Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................333
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Maintenance...................................................281General Information............................................281
Media Hub......................................................367Memory Function..........................................135Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................136
Linking a PreSet Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob.............................................................................136Saving a PreSet Position...................................136
Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................105
MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors.................................94
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14Moonroof..........................................................98Closing the Moonroof and Sunshades...........99Opening the Sunshade and Moonroof...........98Venting the Moonroof.........................................99
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L.................................345Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L.................................346MyKey Troubleshooting................................66MyKey™..............................................................64Principle of Operation..........................................64
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Navigation......................................................422cityseeker..............................................................431Destination Mode...............................................423Map Mode............................................................422Navigation Map Updates..................................432Navigation Menu................................................428SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................432
SYNC AppLink......................................................431Waypoints.............................................................430
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..............483Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™..............................483Normal Maintenance Intervals........................485
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Oil Change Indicator Reset........................287Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................286
Opening and Closing the Hood...............282Closing the Hood...............................................282Opening the Hood.............................................282
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................260Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual............260
Overhead Console........................................157
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Parking Aids....................................................192Principle of Operation........................................192
Parking Brake.................................................188Passive Anti-Theft System............................77SecuriLock®............................................................77
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
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