
Note:Do not remove the dipstick when theengine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between themaximum and minimum marks, the oil levelis acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note:The oil consumption of new enginesreaches its normal level after approximately3,000 mi (5,000 km).
Adding Engine Oil
WARNING: Do not remove the fillercap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additivesbecause they are unnecessary and couldlead to engine damage that may not becovered by the vehicle Warranty.
Only use oils certified for gasoline enginesby the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission systemprotection standards and fuel economyrequirements of the International LubricantsSpecification Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do thefollowing:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engineoil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. SeeUnder Hood Overview (page 298). Turnit counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Add engine oil that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 373). You may haveto use a funnel to pour the engine oil intothe opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace thedipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn itclockwise until you feel a strongresistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than themaximum mark. Oil levels above themaximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note:Make sure you install the oil filler capcorrectly.
Note:Soak up any spillage with anabsorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR RESET
Use the information display controls on thesteering wheel to reset the oil changeindicator.
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2.Measure the height of the headlamp bulbcenter from the ground and mark an 8 ft(2.4 m) horizontal reference line on thevertical wall or screen at this height.
Note:To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to block the lightfrom one headlamp while adjusting theother.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps toilluminate the wall or screen and openthe hood.
4.On the wall or screen you will observe aflat zone of high intensity light located atthe top of the right hand portion of thebeam pattern. If the top edge of the highintensity light zone is not at the horizontalreference line, the headlamp will needto be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on eachheadlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise or counterclockwise in orderto adjust the vertical aim of theheadlamp. The horizontal edge of thebrighter light should touch the horizontalreference line.
6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
The horizontal aim does not require anyadjustment for this vehicle. If a fault occurs,have the system checked by an authorizeddealer.
CHANGING A BULB
Replacing Bulbs
For replacing bulbs, see your authorizeddealer.
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER
WARNING: Do not start the engine withthe air filter removed. This can causedamage not covered by the vehicle Warrantyand can result in serious injury.
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Setting the Blower Motor Speed.....................136Setting the Temperature....................................136Switching Auto Mode On and Off...................136Switching Defrost On and Off..........................136Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off.........137Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On andOff........................................................................137Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.......137Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........137Switching the Air Conditioning On andOff.......................................................................136Switching the Climate Controlled Seats Onand Off...............................................................137Switching the Climate Control On andOff........................................................................137Switching the Heated Seats On and Off.......137Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On andOff........................................................................137
Automatic High Beam Control....................90Automatic High Beam Indicator.........................91Switching the System On and Off.....................91
Automatic Transmission...............................177Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning............................................................182Brake-Shift Interlock Override.........................180If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................182Push Button Shift Transmission........................177
SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission.............179
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................3086F35 Transmission.............................................3086F55 Transmission.............................................309
Autowipers.......................................................85Autowipers Settings.............................................85Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit..........................85
Auxiliary Power Points.................................158110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................15812 Volt DC Power Point......................................158Locations...............................................................158
AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive...........................................183
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery........................314
Blind Spot Information System.................234Switching the System Off and On..................236System Errors......................................................236Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem..............................................................235
BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..............234
Body Styling Kits...........................................328
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............297
Booster Seats..................................................30Types of Booster Seats........................................31
Brake Fluid Check.........................................313Brakes..............................................................192General Information............................................192
Breaking-In....................................................259Bulb Specification Chart.............................386
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................139Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L.......373Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................378Specifications.......................................................374
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......379Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................385Specifications.......................................................381
Capacities and Specifications...................366Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................320
Catalytic Converter.......................................174On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)........................175Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing......................................................176
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HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................142
Head Restraints.............................................142Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................143Tilting Head Restraints ......................................143
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................139Heated Rear Window...................................139Heated Seats..................................................149Front Seats............................................................149Rear Seats.............................................................150
Heated Steering Wheel.................................83Heated Windshield.......................................139Windshield Wiper De-Icer.................................139
HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................136
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................138Defogging the Side Windows in ColdWeather.............................................................139General Hints........................................................138Quickly Cooling the Interior..............................138Quickly Heating the Interior.............................138Recommended Settings for Cooling..............139Recommended Settings for Heating..............138
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................193Home Screen................................................409
Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............297
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In California (U.S. Only)...............................270Information Display Control.........................83Information Displays......................................110General Information.............................................110
Information Messages..................................116Active Park.............................................................116Adaptive Cruise Control.....................................117Adaptive Headlamps...........................................118AdvanceTrac™........................................................118Airbag......................................................................118Alarm.......................................................................119Automatic Engine Shutdown.............................119AWD........................................................................120Battery and Charging System...........................121Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic AlertSystem...............................................................122Doors and Locks..................................................122Driver Alert............................................................123Fuel.........................................................................123Hill Start Assist.....................................................124Keys and Intelligent Access..............................124Lane Keeping System........................................125Maintenance.........................................................126
MyKey.....................................................................127Park Aid..................................................................128Park Brake.............................................................128Power Steering....................................................129Pre-Collision Assist.............................................130Remote Start.........................................................130Seats........................................................................131Starting System ....................................................131Tire Pressure Monitoring System....................132Traction Control...................................................132Transmission.........................................................133
Installing Child Restraints..............................21Child Seats..............................................................21Using Lap and Shoulder Belts............................21Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH).............................................27Using Tether Straps..............................................29
Instrument Cluster.........................................103Instrument Lighting Dimmer........................89Instrument Panel Overview...........................17Interior Lamps..................................................93Front Interior Lamp...............................................93Rear Interior Lamps..............................................94
Interior Luggage CompartmentRelease...........................................................75Interior Mirror...................................................99Auto-Dimming Mirror...........................................99
Introduction.........................................................7
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Navigation......................................................447cityseeker.............................................................456Destination Mode...............................................448Map Mode.............................................................447Navigation Map Updates..................................457Navigation Menu................................................453SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................457SYNC AppLink....................................................456Waypoints.............................................................455
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............508Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™.............................508Maintenance Intervals........................................510
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Oil Change Indicator Reset........................303Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................302
Opening and Closing the Hood...............297Closing the Hood...............................................298Opening the Hood.............................................297
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................275Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual............275
Overhead Console.......................................160
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Parking Aids...................................................201Principle of Operation........................................201
Passive Anti-Theft System............................77SecuriLock...............................................................77
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................46How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................46
Phone..............................................................439During a Phone Call...........................................444Making Calls.........................................................443Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................439Phone Menu........................................................440Receiving Calls....................................................444Smartphone Connectivity.................................446Text Messaging...................................................445
Post-Crash Alert System............................266Power Decklid...................................................71Obstacle Detection...............................................72Opening and Closing the Power Decklid.......72Resetting the Power Decklid..............................73
Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................67
Power Seats....................................................143Adjusting the Four-Way LumbarSupport..............................................................145Adjusting the Lumbar Support.........................145Adjusting the Multi-Contour Front Seats WithActive Motion ..................................................145
Power Windows..............................................95Accessory Delay...................................................96Bounce-Back..........................................................95One-Touch Down..................................................95One-Touch Up.......................................................95Window Lock.........................................................96
Pre-Collision Assist.......................................241Adjusting the Pre-Collision AssistSettings.............................................................243Blocked Sensors.................................................244Distance Indication and Alert..........................242Using the Pre-Collision Assist System..........242
Protecting the Environment..........................16PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................356
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Rear Parking Aid............................................201Obstacle Distance Indicator............................202
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................151Armrest Pass-Through.......................................152
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Towing a Trailer.............................................253Load Placement..................................................253
Towing Points................................................268Installing the Recovery Hook..........................268Recovery Hook Location..................................268
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........257Emergency Towing.............................................257Recreational Towing..........................................257
Towing.............................................................253Traction Control.............................................197Principle of Operation........................................197
Transmission Code Designation...............372Transmission...................................................177Transporting the Vehicle............................267Type Approvals..............................................571Radio Frequency Certification Logos for BlindSpot Information System..............................579Radio Frequency Certification Logos for MidRange Radar....................................................574Radio Frequency Certification Logos forPassive Anti-Theft System...........................575Radio Frequency Certification Logos for RadioTransceiver Module.......................................577Radio Frequency Certification Logos for SYNC3.........................................................................580Radio Frequency Certification Logos for TirePressure Monitoring Sensor(s)....................571
Radio Frequency Certification Logos forWireless Charging.........................................580
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Under Hood Overview - 2.0L....................298Under Hood Overview - 3.0L....................300Universal Garage Door Opener................153HomeLink Wireless Control System...............153
USB Port.........................................................392Using Adaptive Cruise Control..................218Automatic Cancellation....................................222Blocked Sensor...................................................224Canceling the Set Speed.................................222Changing the Set Speed...................................221Detection Issues.................................................223Following a Vehicle...........................................220Following a Vehicle to a CompleteStop...................................................................220Hilly Condition Usage.......................................222Overriding the Set Speed.................................221Park Brake Application.....................................222Resuming the Set Speed.................................222Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed................219Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed When YourVehicle is Stationary.....................................220Setting the Gap Distance..................................221Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off........222
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On..........219Switching to Normal Cruise Control..............226System Not Available........................................224
Using All-Wheel Drive..................................183Driving In Special Conditions With All-WheelDrive (AWD)......................................................185Operating AWD Vehicles With Spare orMismatched Tires...........................................185
Using Cruise Control....................................217Canceling the Set Speed..................................218Changing the Set Speed...................................217Resuming the Set Speed...................................218Setting the Cruise Speed..................................217Switching Cruise Control Off............................218Switching Cruise Control On............................217
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................65Using Snow Chains.......................................351Using Stability Control.................................199Using Summer Tires....................................350Using Traction Control.................................197Switching the System Off..................................197System Indicator Lights and Messages.........197Using a Switch......................................................197Using the Information Display Controls.........197
Using Voice Recognition..............................411Audio Voice Commands....................................413Climate Voice Commands.................................414
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