
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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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
Note: Do not exceed the mileage or time intervals. Maintenance
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth. 1
Every
7,500 mi
(12,000 km) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear,
looseness or drag.
Perform a multi-point inspection.
Change the engine oil and filter.
Every
10,000 mi
(16,000 km) /12 months or 450
engine hours,
whichever
comes first
1 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate
the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear. Maintenance
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for require-
ments.
Every
15,000 mi
(24,000 km) 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 steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft
and the U-joints.
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display and perform services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance items
under
Exceptions.
Every 22,500 mi
(36,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display and perform services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance items
under
Exceptions.
Every 22,500 mi
(36,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure the
tread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform a multi-point inspection.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
2 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See
Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 168). Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
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. We however, urge 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 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
.
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If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3,000 mi (4,800 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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Event Data.................................................................
11
Service Data............................................................ 10
Services That Third Parties Provide...............12
Services That We Provide.................................. 12
Vehicles With a Connectivity Device..............12
Vehicles With an Emergency Call System.................................................................. 13
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 13
Daytime Running Lamps.............................53
Digital Radio..................................................239
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 240
Direction Indicators.......................................54
Doors and Locks.............................................45
Driver Alert.......................................................118 Using Driver Alert................................................. 118
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36 Children and Airbags.......................................... 40
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........36
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment....................................................... 40
Driving Aids......................................................118
Driving Hints....................................................141
Driving Through Water
................................142
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 53
E
Economical Driving.......................................141
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............263
Emission Law...................................................92 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance...........93
Tampering With a Noise Control System................................................................ 92
End User License Agreement.................266 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 266
Engine Block Heater
.....................................84
Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 84
Engine Coolant Check................................169 Adding Coolant.................................................... 170
Coolant Change................................................... 172
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 173
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................. 172
Recycled Coolant................................................. 171Severe Climates....................................................
171
Engine Emission Control.............................92
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 48
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification...............................................226
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 227
Engine Oil Check
...........................................167
Adding Engine Oil................................................ 167
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp..............167
Engine Oil Dipstick
........................................167
Engine Specifications.................................223
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 223
Environment......................................................17
Essential Towing Checks...........................134 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 138
Hitches.................................................................... 134
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 139
Safety Chains....................................................... 135
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 135
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 138
Trailer Towing Connector................................. 134
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 138
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................57
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 57
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 57
Telescoping Mirrors ............................................ 58
F
Fastening the Seatbelts
................................31
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 32
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy.................31
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 217
Floor Mats........................................................142
Ford Credit
.........................................................14
US Only..................................................................... 14
Ford Protect...................................................249 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 250
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 249
Fuel and Refueling
........................................86
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Fuel Consumption.........................................90
Advertised Capacity........................................... 90
Fuel Economy....................................................... 90
Fuel Filter.........................................................180
Fuel Quality - E85..........................................86 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 86
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline.........87
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................88 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 88
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................145
Fuel Tank Capacity......................................228
Fuses.................................................................155
Fuse Specification Chart...........................155 Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................... 155
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............160
G
Gauges...............................................................59 2.3 Inch Display..................................................... 59
8 Inch Display........................................................ 60
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............61
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 61
Fuel Gauge............................................................... 61
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 61
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 96
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................42
General Maintenance Information.........251 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 253
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 252
Protecting Your Investment............................ 251
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?........................... 251
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 251
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................152
Getting the Services You Need...............149 Away From Home ............................................... 149
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 102
Hazard Flashers
............................................145 Headlamp Adjusting
See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 179
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp............................ 181
Headrest See: Head Restraints........................................... 77
Head Restraints
...............................................77
Heating See: Climate Control........................................... 74
Hill Start Assist..............................................103 Switching the System On and Off...............103
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 103
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................75
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................... 76
General Hints......................................................... 75
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 76
Quickly Heating the Interior.............................. 75
Recommended Settings for Cooling.............76
Recommended Settings for Heating............75
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................... 76
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
............................................................102
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........165
Horn....................................................................50
Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacity and Specification
......................................233
I
Ignition Switch
.................................................82
In California (U.S. Only).............................150
Information Display Control
......................50
Information Displays.....................................65
General Information............................................ 65
Information Messages.................................69 Battery and Charging System......................... 69
Doors and Locks................................................... 69
Driver Alert.............................................................. 69
Engine....................................................................... 70
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 70
Lane Departure Warning System................... 70
Maintenance.......................................................... 70
Power Steering....................................................... 71
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Pre-Collision Assist...............................................
71
Traction Control..................................................... 72
Transmission.......................................................... 72
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Seats.............................................................. 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 22
Using Tether Straps............................................. 24
Instrument Cluster........................................59
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................53
Instrument Panel............................................18
Interior Mirror...................................................58 Automatic Dimming Mirror............................... 58
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 58
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................146 Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 146
Jump Starting...................................................... 146
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 146
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 147
K
Keys and Remote Controls
.........................42
L
Lane Keeping System..................................119 Switching the System On and Off...............120
System Display.................................................... 120
System Settings.................................................. 120
Troubleshooting................................................... 121
Lighting Control..............................................52 Flashing the Headlamp High Beam..............53
Headlamp High Beam........................................ 52
Lighting...............................................................52 General Information............................................ 52
Limited Slip Differential............................100
Load Carrying
..................................................127
Load Limit........................................................127
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................... 131
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 127Locking and Unlocking.................................45
Autolock Feature.................................................. 46
Autounlock Feature............................................. 46
Enabling or Disabling Autolock and Autounlock........................................................ 46
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 46
Power Door Locks................................................ 45
Remote Control.................................................... 45
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 217
M
Maintenance..................................................165 General Information.......................................... 165
Manual Climate Control...............................74 Heater Only System............................................. 74
Manual Climate Control..................................... 74
Manual Seats
...................................................78
Manual Lumbar .................................................... 78
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................... 78
Recline Adjustment............................................. 78
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 65
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 57
Mobile Communications Equipment
......16
Motorcraft Parts...........................................223
N
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........254
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................168
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check....................................... 167
Opening and Closing the Hood...............165
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................153
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........153
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control.............................................................55
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