2021 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR tires

When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval 1
Normal
7,500– 10,000 mi
(12,070– 16,093 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,046– 12,070 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(4,828–8,046 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Extended engine idling
1 Hybrid vehicles may achieve longer distances between oil changes, but do not exceed
the 1 year maximum oil change interval. Remaining oil life can be accessed through the
information display. See Information Displays (page 84).
Normal Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
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 front axle.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and the tire-rod ends.
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 12,500 mi (20,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil
Check
(page 222). Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for
the interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer. Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,186 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,280 km)
Change the engine coolant and motor electronics coolant. 2
At
200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts. 3
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
60,000 mi (96,000 km) Extended Hot and Cold Climate Operation
Change engine oil and filter. 1
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
1 Hot Climates only Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.1
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change
Indicator Reset
(page 223). Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
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Information Contained on the Tire
Sidewall........................................................... 250
Police Wheels and Tires................................. 260
Temperature A B C............................................ 248
Traction AA A B C.............................................. 248
Treadwear............................................................ 248
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........263 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 264
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 264
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 246
Towing a Trailer.............................................185
Load Placement................................................. 185
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................190
Emergency Towing............................................ 190
Recreational Towing......................................... 190
Towing..............................................................185
Traction Control
............................................156
Principle of Operation....................................... 156
Transmission..................................................142
Transporting the Vehicle...........................199
U
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L..................220
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L....................221
Unique Driving Characteristics................123
USB Port.........................................................306 Locating the USB Ports.................................. 306
Using All-Wheel Drive
.................................144
Driving In Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)............................... 146
How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other Vehicles............................................................. 146
Operating AWD Vehicles With Mismatched Tires.................................................................... 146
Using Snow Chains......................................261
Using Stability Control...............................158
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
.............................................................314
Audio Voice Commands.................................. 315
Media Sources..................................................... 314
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............310 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................... 311Pairing a Phone...................................................
310
Phone Controls..................................................... 311
Phone Voice Commands................................. 310
Using Traction Control................................156 Switching the System Off............................... 156
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 156
Using a Switch..................................................... 156
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 156
Using Voice Recognition...........................308 Initiating a Voice Session............................... 308
System Interaction and Feedback.............309
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................204
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................238
General Information......................................... 238
Vehicle Identification Number................279
Vehicle Storage
.............................................243
Body........................................................................\
243
Brakes.................................................................... 244
Cooling system................................................... 244
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery.............244
Engine ..................................................................... 243
Fuel system.......................................................... 244
General.................................................................. 243
Miscellaneous..................................................... 244
Plugging in Your HYBRID................................ 244
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................244
Tires........................................................................\
244
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............279
Voice Control...................................................66
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................79 Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 79
Battery...................................................................... 79
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 79
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 79
Cruise Control....................................................... 80
Deep Snow and Sand........................................ 80
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Direction Indicator...............................................
80
Door Ajar................................................................. 80
Electric Park Brake.............................................. 80
Engine Oil................................................................ 80
Engine or Motor Coolant Temperature..................................................... 80
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................... 80
Front Airbag........................................................... 80
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 80
High Beam............................................................... 81
High Voltage Electric System Failure.............81
Hood Ajar................................................................. 81
Lamps On ................................................................. 81
Liftgate Ajar............................................................. 81
Liftgate Lock Release.......................................... 81
Low Beam Warning.............................................. 81
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 81
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 81
Low Washer Fluid.................................................. 81
Police Engine Idle feature.................................. 81
Police Perimeter Alert......................................... 81
Police Pursuit Mode............................................. 81
Powertrain Fault................................................... 82
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 82
Ready to Drive....................................................... 82
Service Engine Soon........................................... 82
Stability Control.................................................... 82
Stability Control Off............................................ 82
Washer Fluid Check....................................235
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 239
See: Wipers and Washers..................................67
Waxing.............................................................240
What Is Cruise Control................................165 Requirements...................................................... 165
What Is Drive Mode Control......................178
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................106
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System............................................................114
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 268
Wheels and Tires.........................................246 General Information......................................... 246
Technical Specifications................................. 274
Windows and Mirrors....................................74
Windshield Washers......................................67
Windshield Wipers.........................................67
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 67Wiper Blades
See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 235
Wipers and Washers.....................................67
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