Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies 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 the Ford
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. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
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Check every six months
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Battery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamage
Engine air filter
Steering and linkage
Exhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Exterior lamps and hazard warning system
operation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 74
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 101
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 102
Accessories....................................................246
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 14
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............110
Adjusting the Headlamps
..........................179
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................49
Airbag Disposal................................................41
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 74
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification...............................................229
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............168
Appendices....................................................263
At a Glance........................................................18
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............64
Audio System................................................236 General Information......................................... 236
Audio Unit
.......................................................236
Autolamps........................................................53
Automatic High Beam Control
..................55
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators........................................................55
Automatic Transmission.............................96
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity and Specification
.....................................230
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..............................................................173
Auxiliary Power Points.................................80
Auxiliary Switches
........................................247
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 177Bonnet Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........165
Booster Seats..................................................26
Brake Fluid Check.........................................176
Brake Fluid Specification
...........................231
Brakes................................................................101 General Information........................................... 101
Breaking-In......................................................142
Bulb Specification Chart
...........................225
C
Canceling the Set Speed............................110
Capacities and Specifications................223
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 185
Catalytic Converter
........................................93
Changing a Bulb.............................................181
Changing a Fuse
...........................................163
Changing a Road Wheel.............................217
Changing the 12V Battery...........................177
Changing the Engine Air Filter
.................168
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................180
Checking the Wiper Blades......................180
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................34
Child Restraint Positioning.........................28
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................188
Cleaning Products........................................184
Cleaning the Engine....................................186
Cleaning the Exterior...................................185
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................188
Cleaning the Interior....................................187
Cleaning the Wheels...................................189
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................187
Climate Control
...............................................74
Connected Vehicle......................................235
Connected Vehicle –
Troubleshooting............................................ 235
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network............................................................ 235
Connected Vehicle Limitations
..............235
Connected Vehicle Requirements.........235
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