2021 FORD EXPEDITION check oil

When the oil change message appears in
the information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil
change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make
sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See
Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 338).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or
5,000 mi (8,000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or
10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil
change intervals,
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
We have recommended maintenance
intervals for various parts and component
systems based upon engineering testing.
We rely upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle. Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and our Workshop
Manual list the recommended additives
and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives
not approved by us as part of your vehicle
’s
normal maintenance. Please consult your
warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.
2 If your vehicle comes 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 service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor that determines when you should
change the engine oil based on how your
vehicle is used. By using several important
factors in its calculations, the monitor
helps reduce the cost of owning your
vehicle and reduces environmental waste
at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
Normal
7,500– 10,000 mi
(12,000– 16,000 km)
Normal commuting with highway driving
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Off-road Operation
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
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.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km). If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1,800 mi (2,900 km)
.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
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Capacities and Specifications................392
8.8 Inch Rear Axle............................................. 398
9.75 Inch Rear Axle with Limited-Slip................................................... 400
9.75 Inch Rear Axle Without Limited-Slip.................................................... 399
Air Conditioning System................................. 393
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 395
Automatic Transmission................................. 393
Engine Coolant................................................... 394
Engine Oil............................................................. 395
Front Axle............................................................. 398
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 396
Grease.................................................................... 396
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 397
Locks....................................................................... 397
Transfer Case....................................................... 397
Washer Reservoir.............................................. 400
Cargo Nets.......................................................277
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 354
Catalytic Converter....................................200 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 201
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 201
Center Console
..............................................182
Changing a Bulb..........................................350
Fog Lamp Bulb.................................................... 351
Front Direction Indicator Bulb...................... 350
Headlamp Bulb.................................................. 350
LED Bulbs.............................................................. 352
LED Direction Indicator and Side Marker Bulbs................................................................... 351
LED Foglamp...................................................... 350
LED Headlamp................................................... 350
Rear Lamp, Brake Lamp, Rear Direction Indicator and Reverse Lamp Bulbs.........351
Changing a Fuse
...........................................333
Fuses....................................................................... 333
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................382
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 382
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools.........383
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 383
Changing the 12V Battery
.........................345
Battery Management System....................... 347
Changing the Engine Air Filter................339 Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Name or Password
...................................407
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................349
Charging a Wireless Device......................180
Checking MyKey System Status...............70 MyKey Distance..................................................... 70
Number of Admin Keys........................................ 71
Number of MyKeys................................................ 71
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................349
Childminder Mirror.......................................108
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................47
Child Restraint Positioning.........................35
Child Safety
......................................................22
General Information............................................ 22
Child Safety Locks..........................................37 Left-Hand Side..................................................... 38
Right-Hand Side................................................... 38
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................357
Cleaning Products
.......................................353
Materials............................................................... 353
Cleaning the Engine....................................355
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................354
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps......................... 354
Cleaning the Exterior Precautions...............354
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 354
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 354
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 354
Underbody........................................................... 355
Under Hood......................................................... 355
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................357
Cleaning the Interior...................................356 Mirrors.................................................................... 356
Cleaning the Wheels..................................358
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................356
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................70
Climate............................................................453 Accessing Rear Climate Controls................455
Accessing the Climate Control Menu........453
Directing the Airflow......................................... 453
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator..........455
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................453
Setting the Temperature................................ 453
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...............453
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off...................................................................... 454
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Services That Third Parties Provide...............14
Services That We Provide..................................
14
Vehicles With a Modem...................................... 14
Vehicles With an Emergency Call System.................................................................. 15
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 14
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps...........................................................100
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)..........100
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles With: SYNC 3..............................................556
Radio Frequency Statement......................... 556
Digital Radio...................................................412
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................. 413
Direction Indicators
.......................................101
Doors and Locks..............................................73
Drive Control...................................................271 Selectable Drive Modes.................................... 271
Driver Alert
.....................................................254
Using Driver Alert............................................... 254
Driver and Passenger Airbags.....................51 Children and Airbags........................................... 52
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment......................................................... 51
Driving Aids....................................................254
Driving Hints
..................................................309
Driving Through Water...............................310
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps............................................................... 100
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)..............100
E
Economical Driving....................................309
Electric Parking Brake................................220 Applying the Electric Parking Brake............220
Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake................................................... 221
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake.................................................................. 220Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the
Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge................................................................ 221
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............528
Emergency Call Limitations.......................59
Emergency Call Requirements.................58
Emission Law
.................................................199
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and
Maintenance.................................................. 200
Tampering With a Noise Control System.............................................................. 199
End User License Agreement...................531 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) .................................. 531
Engine Block Heater
....................................187
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 188
Engine Coolant Check...............................339 Adding Coolant.................................................. 340
Coolant Change................................................. 342
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 343
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 342
Recycled Coolant................................................ 341
Severe Climates.................................................. 341
Engine Emission Control...........................199
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 85
Engine Oil Check..........................................337 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 337
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................337
Engine Specifications................................390 Drivebelt Routing.............................................. 390
Entertainment..............................................443 AM/FM Radio...................................................... 444
Apps........................................................................\
452
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................. 451
CD........................................................................\
... 450
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)......................................................... 447
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 445
Sources.................................................................. 443
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 452
USB Ports............................................................. 452
Environment.....................................................19
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EPB
See: Electric Parking Brake............................ 220
Essential Towing Checks..........................299 Before Towing a Trailer................................... 304
Hitches.................................................................. 300
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 305
Safety Chains....................................................... 301
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 301
Trailer Hitch Cover............................................. 299
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 304
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7 –Pin
Connector)...................................................... 299
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 305
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 11
Export Unique Options.................................18
Exterior Mirrors..............................................106
360-Degree Camera......................................... 107
Auto-Dimming Feature..................................... 107
Auto-Folding Mirrors......................................... 106
Blind Spot Monitor............................................. 107
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................. 106
Heated Exterior Mirrors..................................... 107
Memory Mirrors.................................................... 107
Power Exterior Mirrors...................................... 106
Puddle Lamps ..................................................... 107
Signal Indicator Mirrors..................................... 107
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................40 Rear Inflatable Seatbelt..................................... 43
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 42
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy.................41
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
Floor Mats.......................................................310
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps...................................... 100
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 95
Ford Credit
.........................................................15
US Only..................................................................... 15
Ford Protect
...................................................481
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 482Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)................................................................... 481
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................210
Front Fog Lamps..........................................100
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 101
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off....................................................................... 100
Front Parking Aid.........................................230 Object Distance Indicator................................ 231
Front Passenger Sensing System............52
Fuel and Refueling.......................................192
Fuel Consumption
........................................197
Advertised Capacity........................................... 197
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 198
Filling the Fuel Tank.......................................... 198
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
........................193
Fuel Filter........................................................349
Fuel Quality.....................................................192 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 192
Fuel Shutoff....................................................313
Fuse Box Locations.....................................325 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 325
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............325
Fuses................................................................325
Fuse Specification Chart...........................325 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 325
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box.............331
G
Garage Door Opener....................................174
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............174
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen..............................................................111
4 Inch Display......................................................... 111
Configurable Gauge............................................ 112
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............112
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 112
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 112
Gauges - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display
Screen.............................................................113
8 Inch Display........................................................ 113
Configurable Gauge............................................ 114
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............114
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 114
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Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer................................................................. 279
Locating the Cabin Air Filter.....................156
Locating the Power Outlet........................178
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
..........................................................180
Locking and Unlocking.................................73 Activating Intelligent Access............................ 74
Autolock................................................................... 75
Battery Saver.......................................................... 76
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 76
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade............................................................ 75
Power Door Locks................................................. 73
Remote Control..................................................... 73
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter......................................................... 75
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys....................................................................... 75
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
M
Maintenance..................................................335 General Information......................................... 335
Manual Climate Control............................146 Directing the Airflow.......................................... 146
Locking the Rear Climate Control.................147
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 146
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed........147
Setting the Rear Temperature........................ 147
Setting the Temperature................................. 146
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off............................................................... 147
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 146
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
147
Manual Liftgate
..............................................80
Closing the Liftgate.............................................. 81Opening the Liftgate..........................................
80
Manual Seats..................................................161 Manual Lumbar ................................................... 161
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 161
Recline Adjustment............................................ 161
Memory Function
.........................................164
Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................ 165
Linking a PreSet Position to your Remote Control or Intelligent Access Key
Fob...................................................................... 164
Saving a PreSet Position................................. 164
Message Center See: Information Displays................................ 119
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors.............................. 105
Mobile Communications Equipment.......17
Moonroof.........................................................109 Bounce-Back....................................................... 109
Opening and Closing the Moonroof............109
Motorcraft Parts..........................................390
MyKey – Troubleshooting.............................71
MyKey ™
............................................................68
Principle of Operation........................................ 68
N
Navigation.......................................................457 Changing the Format of the Map................459
cityseeker.............................................................. 461
Michelin Travel Guide....................................... 462
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................ 462
Route Guidance................................................. 459
Setting a Destination....................................... 458
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 462
Zoom
...................................................................... 459
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........486 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor............................ 486
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 487
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset
......................338
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check....................................... 337
Opening and Closing the Hood..............335
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Vehicle Care...................................................353
General Information......................................... 353
Vehicle Identification Number................392
Vehicle Storage............................................358 Body........................................................................\
359
Brakes.................................................................... 359
Cooling system................................................... 359
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery.............359
Engine.................................................................... 359
Fuel system.......................................................... 359
General.................................................................. 358
Miscellaneous..................................................... 359
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................360
Tires........................................................................\
359
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................407
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 146
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............392
Voice Control
...................................................93
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................115 Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator.................115
Airbag Warning Lamp........................................ 115
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp................................................................... 115
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator............................................................. 115
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator................................ 115
Battery..................................................................... 115
Blind Spot Information System Indicator............................................................. 115
Brake System Warning Lamp......................... 116
Cruise Control Indicator.................................... 116
Direction Indicator............................................... 116
Door Ajar Warning Lamp.................................. 116
Electric Park Brake.............................................. 116
Electronic Limited Slip Differential...............116
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp................................................................... 116
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp..................... 116
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators........................... 116
Front Fog Lamp Indicator.................................. 117
Headlamp High Beam Indicator..................... 117Hill Descent............................................................
117
Hood Ajar................................................................ 117
Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp............................. 117
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp........................ 117
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 117
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp.............................. 117
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control...........117
Service Engine Soon........................................... 117
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................. 118
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp................................................. 118
Tow Haul Indicator.............................................. 118
Washer Fluid Check
....................................348
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 354
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 96
Waxing.............................................................355
What Is 911 Assist
...........................................58
What Is Automatic High Beam Control...........................................................103
What Is Cruise Control
...............................246
Requirements..................................................... 246
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
.......................156
What Is the Power Outlet..........................178
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
............................................................172
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
..........................................................180
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
Wheels and Tires
..........................................361
General Information.......................................... 361
Technical Specifications................................ 388
Windows and Mirrors..................................105
Windshield Washers
......................................97
Front Camera Washer......................................... 97
Windshield Wipers
........................................96
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 96
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................349
Wipers and Washers....................................96
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
.................................................180
Wireless Accessory Charger.....................180
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