
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.3L
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 231).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 223).
B.
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 223).
C.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 229).
D.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 209).
E.
Engine coolant reservoir cap.
See Engine Coolant Check (page 225).
F.
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 238).
G.
Inverter system controller coolant reservoir cap- HEV only.
H.
Washer fluid reservoir. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 230).
I.
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CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 3.0L
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
When changing the engine air filter, do not
allow debris or foreign material to enter
the air induction system. Engine
components are susceptible to damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Change the air filter element at the correct
interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 330).
Incorrect component use can cause
damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
See Motorcraft Parts (page
279).
To replace the air filter element do the
following: 1. Remove the clips that secure the air
filter housing cover.
2. Using a screwdriver, loosen two clamps
on either side of the air filter housing
cover.
3. Gently pull the two boots back away from the air filter housing cover.
4. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
5. Remove the air filter element from the
air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing and cover to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and that you have a
good seal.
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7. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing
and cover. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine if it is not properly
seated.
8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.
10. Reconnect the two boots on the air filter housing cover and torque to
3.69 lb.ft (5 Nm).
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 3.3L WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter
element may result in severe engine
damage. Resulting component damage
may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note: When servicing the air cleaner, do
not allow foreign material to enter the air
induction system. The engine is susceptible
to damage from even small particles.
When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed.
Change the air filter element at the proper
intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 330). 1.
Release the clamps that secure the air
filter cover to the housing.
2. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp on the air filter housing cover.
3. Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
4. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
5. Remove the air filter element from the
air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing and cover to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and that you have a
good seal.
7. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing
and cover. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine if it is not properly
seated.
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8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter
housing cover to the air filter housing.
10. Reconnect the boot to the air filter housing cover and torque to 3.69 lb.ft
(5 Nm).
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WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.
•
Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
•
Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover
remove the cover before application of
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser.
Immediately rinse away any over spray.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L
Part Number
Component
FA-1884
Air filter.
FL-2062
Oil filter. 1
BXT-94RH7-730
Battery. 2
BAGM-49H8-850SP-578
Spark plugs. 3
FP-89
Cabin air filter.
WW-2616 (driver side)
Windshield wiper blade.
WW-2113 (passenger side)
WW-1110
Rear window wiper blade.
1 If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2 See your authorized dealer for correct replacement.
3 For spark plug replacement, contact your authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 330).
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your authorized dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts engineered for your vehicle meet
or exceed our specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance,
emissions and durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of
other parts.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.3L
Part Number
Component
FA-1947
Air filter.
FL-500-S
Oil filter. 1
BXT-94RH7-730
Battery. 2
BAGM-94RH7-800BAGM-49H8-850 SP-520
Spark plugs. 3
FP-89
Cabin air filter.
WW-2616 (driver side)
Windshield wiper blade.
WW-2113 (passenger side)
WW-1110
Rear window wiper blade.
1 If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2 See your authorized dealer for correct replacement.
3 For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer Replace the spark plugs at
the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 330).
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your authorized dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts engineered for your vehicle meet
or exceed our specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance,
emissions and durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of
other parts.
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Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle
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the cost of your vehicle
’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc (if equipped).
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (if
equipped).
• Cabin air filter replacement every
20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electric
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•
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