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Power Steering Fluid Check....................329
Changing the 12V Battery - Excluding:Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)............329
Changing the 12V Battery - HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)..........................332
Adjusting the Headlamps........................335
Washer Fluid Check...................................336
Fuel Filter.......................................................336
Checking the Wiper Blades....................336
Changing the Front Wiper Blades........336
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades..........337
Changing a Bulb..........................................337
Vehicle Care
General Information..................................339
Cleaning Products......................................339
Cleaning the Exterior................................340
Waxing.............................................................341
Cleaning the Engine....................................341
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades........................................................................342
Cleaning the Interior..................................342
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens......................343
Cleaning Leather Seats............................343
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.............344
Cleaning the Wheels.................................344
Vehicle Storage...........................................344
Body Styling Kits........................................346
Wheels and Tires
General Information..................................347
Tire Care.........................................................349
Using Summer Tires..................................362
Using Winter Tires......................................362
Using Snow Chains....................................363
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.........364
Changing a Road Wheel..........................370
Technical Specifications..........................376
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™........................................................................378
Engine Specifications - 3.0L, ST...........378
Engine Specifications - 3.0L..................380
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Gasoline.......................................................................380
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)...........................381
Motorcraft Parts - 2.3L EcoBoost™.....382
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L.............................382
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L.............................383
Vehicle Identification Number...............383
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoost™..............................................384
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.........................................................................391
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L,Gasoline.....................................................398
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L,Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)...........405
Bulb Specification Chart...........................412
Connected Vehicle
What Is a Connected Vehicle..................414
Connected Vehicle Requirements........414
Connected Vehicle Limitations..............414
Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork......................................................414
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork - Vehicles With: SYNC 3......414
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting -Vehicles With: Modem..........................415
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting -Vehicles With: SYNC 3..........................416
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot..........418
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password.................................418
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Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, thereforeapply the brakes steadily. Do not “pump”the brakes.
Driving on Snow and Ice
WARNING: If you are driving inslippery conditions that require tirechains or cables, then it is critical thatyou drive cautiously. Keep speeds down,allow for longer stopping distances andavoid aggressive steering to reduce thechances of a loss of vehicle controlwhich can lead to serious injury or death.If the rear end of your vehicle slides whilecornering, steer in the direction of theslide until you regain control of yourvehicle.
Note:Excessive tire slippage can causedriveline damage.
4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WDvehicles in snow and ice but can skid likeany other vehicle.
Should you start to slide while driving onsnowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheelin the direction of the slide until you regaincontrol.
Avoid sudden applications of power andquick changes of direction on snow andice. Apply the accelerator slowly andsteadily when starting from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a4WD vehicle could accelerate better thana two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice,it will not stop any faster, because as inother vehicles, braking occurs at all fourwheels. Do not become overconfident asto road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distancebetween you and other vehicles forstopping. Drive slower than usual andconsider using one of the lower gears. Inemergency stopping situations, apply thebrake steadily. Since your vehicle comeswith a four wheel (ABS), do not “pump”the brakes. See Hints on Driving WithAnti-Lock Brakes (page 211).
Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems onyour vehicle have been designed andtested to provide predictable performancewhether loaded or empty and durable loadcarrying capability. For this reason, westrongly recommend that you do not makemodifications such as adding or removingparts (such as lowering kits or stabilizerbars) or by using replacement parts notequivalent to the original factoryequipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raisethe center of gravity can make it more likelythe vehicle will rollover as a result of a lossof control. We strongly recommend thatcaution be used with any vehicle equippedwith a high load or device (such as ladderor luggage racks).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properlycould void the warranty, increase yourrepair cost, reduce vehicle performanceand operational capabilities and adverselyaffect driver and passenger safety.Frequent inspection of vehicle chassiscomponents is recommended if the vehicleis subjected to off-highway usage.
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WARNING: Snow tires must be thesame size, load index and speed ratingas those originally provided by Ford. Useof any tire or wheel not recommendedby Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which couldresult in an increased risk of loss ofcontrol, vehicle rollover, personal injuryand death. Additionally, the use ofnon-recommended tires and wheels cancause steering, suspension, axle, transfercase or power transfer unit failure.Follow the Ford recommended tireinflation pressure found on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label (on thedoor hinge pillar, door latch post or thedoor edge that meets the door latchpost, next to the driver seat), or TireLabel on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver door. Failure to follow the tirepressure recommendations can causeuneven treadwear patterns andadversely affect the way your vehiclehandles.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Do not exceed 30 mph(50 km/h). Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Do not use snow chainson snow-free roads.
WARNING: Only fit snow chains tospecified tires.
WARNING: If your vehicle is fittedwith wheel trims, remove them beforefitting snow chains.
Only use snow chains on rear wheels.Install snow chains in pairs. Do not useself-tensioning snow chains.
Only use snow chains on the followingspecified tire sizes:
•255/60R18
•Only install chains that are 10 mmor less.
•255/65R18
•Only install chains that are 10 mmor less.
•265/60R18
•Only install chains that are 10 mmor less.
•255/55R20
•Only install chains that are 10 mmor less.
We recommend you use steel wheels ofthe same size and specification if snowchains are required because chains maychip aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snowtires and traction devices:
•If possible, avoid fully loading yourvehicle.
•Purchase snow chains from amanufacturer that clearly labels bodyto tire dimension restrictions.
•When driving with snow chains do notexceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or themaximum speed recommended by thechain manufacturer, whichever is less.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the snowchains rub or bang against the vehicle,stop and tighten them. If this does notwork, remove the snow chains toprevent vehicle damage.
•Remove the snow chains when theyare no longer needed. Do not use snowchains on dry roads.
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•If a temporary spare wheel is mountedon your vehicle, do not use snow chainson the axle with the temporary sparewheel.
•Use snow chains that fit against thesidewall of the tire to prevent thechains from touching the wheel rimsor suspension, see followingillustration.
If you have any questions regarding snowchains, please contact your authorizeddealer.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM
WARNING: The tire pressuremonitoring system is not a substitute formanually checking tire pressures. Youshould periodically check tire pressuresusing a pressure gauge. Failure tocorrectly maintain tire pressures couldincrease the risk of tire failure, loss ofcontrol, vehicle rollover and personalinjury.
Note: You should only use tire sealants inroadside emergencies as they may causedamage to the tire pressure monitoringsystem sensor.
Note: If the tire pressure monitoring systemsensor becomes damaged, it may notfunction.
Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflatedto the inflation pressure recommended bythe vehicle manufacturer on the vehicleplacard or tire inflation pressure label. (Ifyour vehicle has tires of a different sizethan the size indicated on the vehicleplacard or tire inflation pressure label, youshould determine the proper tire inflationpressure for those tires).
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11.Set all four tires to the recommendedair pressure as indicated on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel, affixed to either the door hingepillar, door-latch post, or the dooredge that meets the door-latch post,next to the driver seating position orTire Label located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver door.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
WARNING: If the tire pressuremonitor sensor becomes damaged itmay not function.
Note:You should only use tire sealants inroadside emergencies as they may causedamage to the tire pressure monitoringsystem sensor.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring systemindicator light illuminates when the sparetire is in use. To restore the full function ofthe monitoring system, all road wheelsequipped with tire pressure monitoringsensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire when driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed. Hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorizeddealer in order to prevent damage to thetire pressure monitoring system sensors.See Tire Pressure Monitoring System(page 364). Replace the spare tire with aroad tire as soon as possible. Duringrepairing or replacing of the flat tire, havethe authorized dealer inspect the tirepressure monitoring system sensor fordamage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury ordeath.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel andtire, then it is intended for temporary useonly. This means that if you need to use it,you should replace it as soon as possiblewith a road wheel and tire assembly thatis the same size and type as the road tiresand wheels that were originally providedby us. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheelis damaged, you should replace it ratherthan repair it.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tireassembly that is different in brand, size orappearance from the road tires and wheelsand can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare: This spare tirebegins with the letter T for tire size andmay have Temporary Use Only molded inthe sidewall.
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with labelon wheel: This spare tire has a label onthe wheel that states: THIS WHEEL ANDTIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USEONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilarspare tires listed above, do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
•Load the vehicle beyond maximumvehicle load rating listed on the SafetyCompliance Label.
•Tow a trailer.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tireat a time.
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•Use commercial car washingequipment.
•Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tireslisted above at any one wheel location canlead to impairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•Four-wheel driving capability.
3.Full-size dissimilar spare withoutlabel on wheel.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
•Use more than one dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly at a time.
•Use commercial car washingequipment.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare wheeland tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly can lead toimpairment of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•Four-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly additionalcaution should be given to:
•Towing a trailer.
•Driving vehicles equipped with acamper body.
•Driving vehicles with a load on thecargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyand seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNING: The jack supplied withthis vehicle is only intended for changingwheels. Do not use the vehicle jack otherthan when you are changing a wheel inan emergency.
WARNING: Check that the vehiclejack is not damaged or deformed andthe thread is lubricated and clean.
WARNING: To help prevent yourvehicle from moving when changing awheel, shift the transmission into park(P), set the parking brake and use anappropriate block or wheel chock tosecure the wheel diagonally opposite tothe wheel being changed. For example,when changing the front left wheel,place an appropriate block or wheelchock on the right rear wheel.
WARNING: Always use the jackprovided as original equipment with yourvehicle. If using a jack other than the oneprovided, make sure the jack capacity isadequate for the vehicle weight,including any vehicle cargo ormodifications. If you are unsure if the jackcapacity is adequate, contact theauthorized dealer.
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Reverse Braking AssistPrecautions..................................................216Reverse Braking Assist................................216Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.............................................218Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.........................................218Reverse Braking Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................219Reverse Braking Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................218Roadside Assistance...................................291Roadside Emergencies...............................291Rollover Warning.........................................485Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................276Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................288Running Out of Fuel....................................183
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Safety Canopy™..............................................51Safety Precautions.......................................181Satellite Radio..............................................422Scheduled Maintenance...........................476Seatbelt Extensions......................................44Seatbelt Height Adjustment.......................41Seatbelt Reminder.........................................42Seatbelts...........................................................38Principle of Operation........................................38Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................41Seats.................................................................144Security...............................................................77Selecting a Drive Mode..............................273Service Data......................................................16Settings Data.....................................................17Settings...........................................................458Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlGap................................................................246Setting the Adaptive Cruise ControlSpeed............................................................245Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........239Setting the Hill Descent Speed..............224Side Airbags.....................................................50Side Sensing System..................................229Sitting in the Correct Position..................144
Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................363Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................370Special Notices................................................13Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance..............................................482Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control...........................................239Speed Sign Recognition...........................266Stability Control............................................221Principle of Operation.......................................221Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................168Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................169Starting a Hybrid Electric VehicleSystem............................................................172Starting and Stopping the Engine.........168General Information..........................................168Steering...........................................................268Steering Wheel................................................79Storage Compartments.............................167SunroofSee: Moonroof......................................................99Sun Shades......................................................99Sun Visors.........................................................98Supplementary Restraints System.........46Principle of Operation........................................46Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Onand Off..........................................................245Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.....................................................92Switching Cruise Control On andOff..................................................................239Switching From Adaptive Cruise Controlto Cruise Control.......................................248Switching Hill Descent Control On andOff...................................................................224Switching Intelligent Mode On andOff..................................................................250Switching Lane Centering On andOff..................................................................249Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off...................................................158Switching Reverse Braking Assist On andOff....................................................................217Symbols Glossary.............................................9
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SYNC™ 3.........................................................427General Information..........................................427SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.....................460
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............378The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................300Tire Care..........................................................349Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........364TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................347Towing a Trailer............................................283Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels..........................................................287Towing.............................................................283Traction Control...........................................220Principle of Operation......................................220Trailer Sway Control...................................284Transmission..................................................197Transporting the Vehicle..........................296
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Under Hood Overview - 2.3LEcoBoost™..................................................316Under Hood Overview - 3.0L....................317Under Hood Overview - 3.3L....................318Unique Driving Characteristics................176USB Port.........................................................425Using Four-Wheel Drive............................203Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems...........................................................67Using Snow Chains.....................................363Using Stability Control...............................222Using Summer Tires...................................362Using Traction Control...............................220Using Voice Recognition...........................429Using Winter Tires.......................................362Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................301
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Vehicle Care...................................................339General Information.........................................339
Vehicle Identification Number................383Vehicle Storage............................................344Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................418Ventilated Seats............................................157VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................137VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............383Voice Control....................................................81
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Warning Lamps and Indicators...............105Warranty Information................................529Washer Fluid Check....................................336WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................340See: Wipers and Washers.................................83Waxing..............................................................341What Is 911 Assist...........................................55What Is a Connected Vehicle...................414What Is Adaptive Cruise Control WithLane Centering............................................241What Is Automatic High BeamControl.............................................................92What Is Cruise Control...............................239What Is Drive Mode Control.....................273What Is Hill Descent Control...................224What Is Intelligent Adaptive CruiseControl...........................................................241What Is Reverse Braking Assist...............216What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................143What Is the Garage Door Opener..........160What is the Rear Occupant AlertSystem...........................................................158What Is the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................166Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................370Wheels and Tires.........................................347General Information..........................................347Technical Specifications.................................376
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