Less Cost to Properly Maintain YourVehicle
Ford Protect extended service plan alsooffers a Premium Maintenance Plan thatcovers all scheduled maintenance, andselected wear items. The coverage isprepaid, so you never have to worry aboutthe cost of your vehicle’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
•Windshield wiper blades.
•Spark plugs.
•The clutch disc (if equipped).
•Brake pads and linings.
•Shock absorbers.
•Struts.
•Engine belts.
•Engine coolant hoses, clamps andO-rings.
•Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (ifequipped).
•Cabin air filter replacement every20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electricvehicles only).
Interest Free Finance Options
Just a 5% down payment will provide youwith an affordable, no interest, no feepayment program allowing you all thesecurity and benefits Ford Protectextended service plan has to offer whilepaying over time. You are pre-approvedwith no credit check or hassles. To learnmore, call our Ford Protect extendedservice plan specialists at 800-367-3377.
Ford Protect Extended Service PlanP.O. Box 321067Detroit, MI 48232
Ford Protect Extended ServicePlan (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for yourvehicle by purchasing a Ford Protectextended service plan. Ford Protectextended service plan is the only servicecontract backed by Ford Motor Companyof Canada, Limited. Depending on the planyou purchase, Ford Protect extendedservice plan provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement.
•Coverage for certain maintenance andwear items.
•Protection against repair costs afteryour New Vehicle Limited WarrantyCoverage expires.
•Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Protect extendedservice plans available in various time,distance and deductible combinations.Each plan is tailored to fit your own drivingneeds, including reimbursement for towingand rental. When you purchase FordProtect extended service plan, you receiveadded peace-of-mind protectionthroughout Canada, the United States andMexico, provided by a network ofparticipating authorized Ford MotorCompany dealers.
Note:Repairs performed outside of Canadaand the United States are not eligible forFord Protect extended service plancoverage.
This information is subject to change. Formore information; visit your local Ford ofCanada dealer or www.ford.ca to find theFord Protect extended service plan that isright for you.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenanceschedule helps protect against major repairexpenses resulting from neglect orinadequate maintenance and may help toincrease the value of your vehicle whenyou sell or trade it. Keep all receipts forcompleted maintenance with your vehicle.
We have established regular maintenanceintervals for your vehicle based uponrigorous testing. It is important that youhave your vehicle serviced at the propertimes. These intervals serve two purposes;one is to maintain the reliability of yourvehicle and the second is to keep your costof owning your vehicle down.
It is your responsibility to have allscheduled maintenance performed and tomake sure that the materials used meetthe specifications identified in this owner'smanual. See Engine Specifications(page 291).
Failure to perform scheduled maintenanceinvalidates warranty coverage on partsaffected by the lack of maintenance.
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?
Factory-trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensivefactory-sponsored certification training tohelp them become experts on theoperation of your vehicle. Ask yourdealership about the training andcertification their technicians havereceived.
Genuine Ford and MotorcraftReplacement Parts
Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft andFord-authorized branded re-manufacturedreplacement parts. These parts meet orexceed our specifications. Parts installedat your dealership carry a nationwide12-month or 12,500 mi (20,000 km) partsand labor limited warranty.
If you do not use Ford authorized parts theymay not meet our specifications anddepending on the part, it could affectemissions compliance.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended eveningand Saturday hours to make your servicevisit more convenient and they offer onestop shopping. They can perform anyservices that are required on your vehicle,from general maintenance to collisionrepairs.
Note:Not all dealers have extended hoursor body shops. Please contact your dealerfor details.
Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that paysdividends in the form of improvedreliability, durability and resale value. Tomaintain the proper performance of yourvehicle and its emission control systems,make sure you have scheduledmaintenance performed at the designatedintervals.
Your vehicle is equipped with theIntelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, whichdisplays a message in the instrumentcluster display at the proper oil changeinterval. This interval may be up to one yearor 10,000 mi (16,000 km) for gas enginesand up to one year or 15,000 mi(24,000 km) for diesel engines.
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Scheduled Maintenance Services
Maintenance service adjustments mustconform to specifications contained in thismanual, and those shown on the ImportantEngine Information decal. Perform thefollowing services at scheduled intervalsbecause they essential to the life andperformance of your vehicle. Fordrecommends that you performmaintenance on all designated items toachieve best vehicle operation.
There are three types of maintenanceintervals for general vehicle environments:On-Highway, City and Severe Service. Inall applications, monitoring miles(kilometers) and time and when the engineis due for an oil change determine theactual interval. When the engine oil changeis required before the truck lubricationinterval, perform the lubrication at thesame time in order to reduce your vehicle’stime out of service.
Air Brake Adjustment
WARNING: Failure to maintainproper air brake adjustment can resultin reduction or loss of braking ability.
A qualified service technician, keeping tothe instructions in the service manual,should perform air brake inspection andadjustment or repairs.
Cam Brakes - Automatic SlackAdjusters
WARNING: Do not manually adjustthe automatic slack adjusters to correctexcessive push rod stroke as it may resultin reduced brake effectiveness and avehicle crash. Excessive push rod strokeindicates that a problem exists with theautomatic adjuster, with the installationof the adjuster, or with foundation brakecomponents that manual adjustmentdoes not remedy. Seek service from aqualified facility for excessive push rodstroke.
Inspect standard air brakes equipped withautomatic slack adjusters for proper brakeadjustment as listed in the maintenanceschedule charts.
However, inspect the brakes morefrequently when subjecting them to heavyuse or adverse operating conditions suchas:
•Frequent brake applications while fullyloaded.
•Operation on hilly or mountainousterrain.
•Frequent operation on dirt, gravel ormud.
Some aftermarket brake linings alsorequire more frequent inspections.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
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Multi-point Inspection
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
Hazard warning system operationHood rest for lubrication
1Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.2If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on 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
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
This means you do not have to rememberto change the oil on a mileage-basedschedule. Your vehicle lets you know whenan oil change is due by displaying amessage in the instrument cluster 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
Severe5,000–7,500 mi(8,000–12,000 km)Moderate to heavy load or towing
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints. Lubricate any components that have grease fittings.
Inspect front oil hubs for leaks and check fluid level through hub cap sight glass.
1 Do not exceed one year/10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 350 engine hours between serviceintervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil ChangeIndicator Reset (page 229).3 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
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.
Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.2Every 22,000 mi(36,000 km)
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolantconcentration, freeze-point protection, additive, corrosioninhibitor, strength, coolant level, and hoses. Add coolant
additive if necessary.3
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed thespecified maximum of 47 fl oz (1.4 L) for the engine and20 fl oz (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Oper-ating the engine with excessive coolant additive may causeoverheating which could lead to severe, permanent enginedamage.
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 45,000 mi(72,000 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts.4At 90,000 mi(144,000 km)
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Other Maintenance Items1
Change the rear axle fluid. See Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance (page 335).5At 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consultan authorized dealer for requirements.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replacedwithin the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals.
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant.6At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 You can perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last oilchange. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Every 22,000 mi (36,000 km) or as indicated by the information display.3 Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km), 1200 engine hours or as indicated by the informationdisplay.4 Perform follow-up inspections every 15,000 mi (24,000 km) after the initial inspection.Replace the belt or belts at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).5 Change the fluid again at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).6 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Gasoline Engines
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.
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Towing a Trailer
Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredSee axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints.
Rotate the tires 1and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace the spark plug wires.
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the brake system.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate the control arm and steering ball joints ifequipped with grease fittings.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km),six months or 200 enginehours
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace the engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints.
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints,lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the engine air filter.
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
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