Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
CHANGING THE REAR WIPER
BLADES
You can improve poor wiper quality by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
Replace the wiper blades at least annually
for optimum performance. 1. Lift the wiper arm.
Note:
Do not hold the wiper blade to lift the
wiper arm.
2. Remove the wiper blade. Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
CHANGING A BULB WARNING: Switch the lamps and
the ignition off. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Bulbs can become hot.
Let the bulb cool down before removing
it. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Use the correct specification bulb. See
Bulb Specification Chart
(page 301).
Install in the reverse order unless otherwise
stated.
Rear Direction Indicator and
Reversing Lamp 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the
access cover.
3. Remove the side cover.
4. Remove the screw that secures the lamp assembly.
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5. Gently pull the lamp assembly away
from the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
7. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Rear direction indicator.
A
Reverse lamp.
B
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items. See
an authorized dealer if they fail.
The following lamps are LED:
• Headlamp low beam.
• Headlamp high beam.
• Front direction indicator.
• Side direction indicator.
• Daytime running lamps.
• Front fog lamps (if equipped).
• Brake and rear lamp.
• Rear side marker lamp. •
Rear fog lamps (if equipped).
• Front side marker lamps.
• Front signature lamps.
• Central high mounted brake lamp.
License Plate Lamp 1. Use a suitable tool, for example a
screwdriver, to carefully remove the
lamp.
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
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Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concen-
trate with Bitterant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer
Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motor-
craft®(Canada)
ZC-32-B2(U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized D.O.T. marking
for North America to make sure they have
the proper lamp performance, light
brightness, light pattern and safe visibility.
The correct bulbs will not damage the
lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly
warranty and will provide quality bulb
illumination time.
Exterior Lamps Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
LED.
LED.
Front park lamps.
LED.
LED.
Front side marker lamp.
LED.
LED.
Front warning lamp.
LED.
LED.
Front direction indicator.
LED.
LED.
Daytime running lamps.
LED.
LED.
Headlamp low beam.
LED.
LED.
Headlamp high beam.
LED.
LED.
Front auxiliary warning lamp.
LED.
LED.
Exterior mirror warning lamp.
LED.
LED.
Rear side marker lamp.
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Auxiliary Power Points.................................116
110 Volt AC Power Point.................................... 116
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 116
USB Port and Power Point Locations..........116
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive......................................... 144
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 231
Blind Spot Information System...............167 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow..................................................................... 168
Switching the System On and Off................170
System Errors....................................................... 170
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 167
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...........167
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Booster Seats..................................................28 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check
........................................230
Brake Fluid Service Interval............................. 231
Brakes................................................................151 General Information........................................... 151
Breaking-In......................................................192
Bulb Specification Chart...........................301
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................166
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.................................................................279
Air Conditioning System.................................. 279
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 282
Automatic Transmission................................ 280
Engine Coolant.................................................... 281
Engine Oil.............................................................. 282
Front Axle............................................................. 285
Fuel Tank............................................................... 283
Grease.................................................................... 283
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 284
Locks...................................................................... 284
Rear Axle............................................................... 285Transfer Case......................................................
284
Washer Reservoir............................................... 286
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)..............294
Air Conditioning System................................. 294
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 297
Automatic Transmission................................. 295
Engine Coolant................................................... 296
Engine Oil............................................................. 296
Front Axle............................................................. 299
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 298
Grease.................................................................... 298
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 298
Locks...................................................................... 298
Rear Axle.............................................................. 300
Transfer Case...................................................... 299
Washer Reservoir.............................................. 300
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L................................................................286
Air Conditioning System.................................. 287
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 289
Automatic Transmission................................. 287
Engine Coolant................................................... 288
Engine Oil............................................................. 289
Front Axle.............................................................. 292
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 290
Grease................................................................... 290
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 291
Locks....................................................................... 291
Rear Axle............................................................... 293
Transfer Case...................................................... 292
Washer Reservoir............................................... 293
Capacities and Specifications................275
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 239
Catalytic Converter
......................................138
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 139
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 139
Changing a Bulb
...........................................236
LED Lamps............................................................ 237
License Plate Lamp........................................... 237
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp................................................................. 236
Changing a Fuse
...........................................216
Fuses....................................................................... 216
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