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Refueling.........................................................170
Fuel Tank Capacity......................................172
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting..........................................................................172
Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter.............173
Catalytic Converter Precautions............173
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting.........................................................................173
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Precautions.........................................................................174
Automatic Transmission Positions.......174
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear...............175
Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators....................................................175
Manually Shifting Gears............................175
Temporary Neutral Mode.........................176
Automatic Return to Park (P)..................177
Manual Park Release..................................177
Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.....................................................179
All-Wheel Drive
How Does All-Wheel Drive Work..........180
All-Wheel Drive Precautions..................180
All-Wheel Drive Limitations....................180
All-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting......180
Brakes
Brake Precautions........................................181
Anti-Lock Braking System.........................181
Brake Over Accelerator...............................181
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir........181
Checking the Brake Fluid...........................181
Brake Fluid Specification..........................182
Brakes – Troubleshooting........................182
Electric Parking Brake
What Is the Electric Parking Brake........184
Applying the Electric Parking Brake......184
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in anEmergency.................................................184
Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake............................................................184
Automatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake............................................185
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning.........................................................................185
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ifthe Vehicle Battery Has Run Out ofCharge.........................................................185
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting.........................................................................185
Hill Start Assist
What Is Hill Start Assist.............................187
How Does Hill Start Assist Work............187
Hill Start Assist Precautions....................187
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting.......187
Auto Hold
How Does Auto Hold Work......................188
Switching Auto Hold On and Off..........188
Using Auto Hold...........................................188
Auto Hold Indicators..................................188
Traction Control
How Does Traction Control Work.........190
Switching Traction Control On and Off........................................................................190
Traction Control Indicator........................190
Traction Control – Troubleshooting......190
Stability Control
How Does Stability Control Work..........191
Switching Stability Control On and Off.........................................................................192
Stability Control Indicator........................192
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Multi-Point Inspection
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalfshaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By dateon the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Oil Change Reminder
Your vehicle comes with an oil changereminder that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle.
Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Normal
7,500–10,000 mi(12,000–16,000 km)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi(8,000–12,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idling
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme3,000–5,000 mi(5,000–8,000 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Change the engine oil and filter.2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection - recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level, if applicable. Consult your dealer forrequirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant level/strength and the hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and the heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints - all-wheel drive only.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints - all-wheel drive only.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness ordrag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the oil change reminder after engine oil and filter changes. See Resetting theIntelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 286).
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Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace the accessory drive belt(s).3
Change the engine coolant.4At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 If not replaced within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).4 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time forthe interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the information displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor youreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (All-Wheel Drive only).Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace 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 engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace 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 cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsPerform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Resettingthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 286).
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Rear Axle and PTU Maintenance
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) and rearaxle (All-wheel Drive only) in your vehicledoes not require any normal scheduledmaintenance, unless the vehicle hasexperienced extended periods of extremeor severe duty cycle driving or both PTUand the axle has been submerged in water.Checking the PTU and rear axle fluid is notnecessary unless the unit shows signs ofleakage. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 3,000 mi (5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is2,000 mi (3,000 km).
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Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.......................................................103Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.........................................103Automatic High Beam Control –Information Messages.................................103Automatic Locking Mode............................42Disengaging Automatic Locking Mode........43Engaging Automatic Locking Mode..............42What Is Automatic Locking Mode..................42Automatic Return to Park (P)...................177Automatic Return to Park (P)Limitations........................................................177How Does Automatic Return to Park (P)Work.....................................................................177What Is Automatic Return to Park (P)........177Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................179Automatic Transmission............................174Automatic Return to Park (P).........................177Automatic Transmission Positions...............174Manually Shifting Gears...................................175Manual Park Release..........................................177Temporary Neutral Mode.................................176Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators.......................................................175Automatic Transmission Positions........174Drive (D).................................................................175Neutral (N)............................................................174Park (P)...................................................................174Reverse (R)............................................................174Sport (S)................................................................175Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................174Auto Mode.......................................................129Switching Auto Mode On and Off................129Switching Dual Mode On and Off................129Auto-Start-Stop...........................................164Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........165Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................164Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................164Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................165Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................166Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages..........................................................165
Autounlock.......................................................70Autounlock Requirements................................70Switching Autounlock On and Off.................70What Is Autounlock.............................................70Autowipers.......................................................94Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor.................................................................94Autowipers Settings...........................................94What Are Autowipers.........................................94AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................180
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................292Blind Spot Information System..............228Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................230Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................230Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations..................................................228Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................228Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................229Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................230Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................230Bluetooth®.....................................................375Body Control Module Fuse Box..............278Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................278Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box...........................................279Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................278Body Styling Kit Precautions...................307Body Styling Kits..........................................307Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........282Booster Seats...................................................37Brake Fluid Specification...........................182Brake Over Accelerator................................181Brake Precautions.........................................181
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