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Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)


Every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)


Every 97,500 miles (156,000 km) Every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)


Every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)


Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)


Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Inspect valve clearances; adjust as necessary (Transit Connect CNG vehicles) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5–speed TorqShift威 transmission; consult dealer for requirements Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seal if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Replace spark plugs


Change engine coolant1
Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles) Inspect accessory drive belt(s)2
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (except 5–speed TorqShift威 transmission) (filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21
transmissions); consult dealer for requirements Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid (Escape) Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km) Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)


1Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 72 months; every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months thereafter 2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)


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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.


Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier


Inspect and lubricate U-joints See axle maintenance items under Exceptions Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Rotate tires*, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Change engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints


Inspect frequently, service as required Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)


Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)


Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)


Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted


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Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) Inspect frequently, service as required Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)


Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Inspect brake system Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped with grease fittings Rotate tires*, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Inspect and lubricate U-joints


Change engine oil and filter


Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km), 6 months or 200
engine hours Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)


Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Replace spark plugs


Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted


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Inspect frequently, service as required Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)


Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km), 6 months or 200
engine hours Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)


Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)


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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads


Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Rotate tires*, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Change engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints


Change engine oil and filter


Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550
only) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)


Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted


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Inspect frequently, service as required


Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)


Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)


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Off-road operation


Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Change engine oil and filter Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Rotate tires*, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80 and TorqShift威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550
only) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)


Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) *If equipped with dual rear wheels, rotate front wheels when specified, rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted


Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)


Every oil change interval


If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel


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EXCEPTIONS There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for details). Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement: If the vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle service. Class A Motorhome: Change brake fluid every two years. Hot climate oil change intervals: If operating conditions are normal and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditions and you are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is 328


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using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API) performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc). Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.


ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change


6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) (whichever comes first)


After initial change Every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)


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acid, treating emergencies .....263
jumping a disabled battery ....235
maintenance-free ....................263
replacement, specifications ...295
servicing ..................................263
Belt-Minder威 .............................102
Blind spot mirror ......................212
Booster seats .............................134
Brakes ........................................189
anti-lock ...................................190
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................190
fluid, checking and adding ....285
fluid, refill capacities ..............296
fluid, specifications .................296
lubricant specifications ..........296
parking ....................................191
shift interlock ..........................200
trailer .......................................178
Bulbs ............................................57


Capacities for refilling fluids ....296
Cell phone use ............................10
Changing a tire .........................225
Child safety seats ......................120
in front seat ............................121
in rear seat ..............................121
LATCH .....................................124
recommendations ...................118
tether anchorage hardware ...131


Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................134
Cleaning your vehicle


engine compartment ..............252
exterior ....................................255
instrument panel ....................253
interior .....................................254


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Accessory delay ..........................67
AdvanceTrac ..............................192
Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................................106
and child safety seats ............108
description ..............................106
disposal ....................................110
driver airbag ............................108
indicator light .........................110
operation .................................108
passenger airbag .....................108
passenger deactivation switch ......................................111
Air cleaner filter .......291–292, 295
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................266
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................190
Anti-theft system ........................85
arming the system ....................86
Audio system (see Radio) ...29, 31
Automatic transmission


driving an automatic overdrive .........................202, 204
fluid, adding ............................286
fluid, checking ........................286
fluid, refill capacities ..............296
fluid, specification ..................296
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................38
Auxiliary power point .................65
Axle


lubricant specifications ..........296
refill capacities ........................296
traction lok ..............................198


Battery .......................................263
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plastic parts ............................252
safety belts ..............................254
washing ....................................250
waxing .....................................251
wheels ......................................251
wiper blades ............................253


Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ......48–50
Clock ......................................30, 32
Compass, electronic ....................27
calibration .................................27
set zone adjustment .................27


Controls


power seat .................................91
steering column ........................71


Coolant


checking and adding ..............266
refill capacities ................270, 296
specifications ..........................296


Cruise control (see Speed control) ....................70
Customer Assistance ................214


Ford Extended Service Plan ..................................306, 309
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada .....................246
Getting roadside assistance ...214
Getting the service you need .........................................241
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................248
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................246


Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................52


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Dipstick


automatic transmission fluid ..........................................286
engine oil .................................260


Driveline universal joint and slip yoke ....................................286
Driving under special conditions


through water .........................213


Electronic message center .........21
Emergencies, roadside


jump-starting ..........................235
Emergency Flashers .................215
Emission control system ..........282
Engine ........................................300
cleaning ...................................252
coolant .....................................266
fail-safe cooling .......................271
idle speed control ...................263
lubrication specifications .......296
refill capacities ........................296
service points ..........................259
starting after a collision .........216
Engine block heater .................188
Engine oil ..................................260
checking and adding ..............260
dipstick ....................................260
filter, specifications ........262, 295
recommendations ...................262
refill capacities ........................296
specifications ..........................296
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................187


Fail safe cooling ........................271
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Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....273
Floor mats .............................73, 75
Fluid capacities .........................296
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles


preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................198
Fuel ............................................273


calculating fuel economy ............................23, 279
cap ...........................................276
capacity ...................................296
choosing the right fuel ...........277
detergent in fuel .....................277
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................273, 276, 279
filter, specifications ........272, 295
fuel pump shut-off switch .....216
improving fuel economy ........279
octane rating ...................277, 300
quality ......................................278
running out of fuel .................278
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................273


Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) .................................273, 277
Fuses ..................................217–218


bulb specifications ....................57
daytime running lights .............52
flash to pass ..............................51
high beam .................................51
replacing bulbs .........................59
turning on and off ....................51
Head restraints ...........................89
Heating


heater only system .............48, 50
heating and air conditioning system .......................................49
Hood ..........................................258


Ignition ...............................184, 300
Illuminated visor mirror .............65
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................120
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................284
Instrument panel


cleaning ...................................253
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and interior .......................................52


Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............276
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................279
Gauges .........................................19


Jack ............................................225
positioning ...............................225
storage .....................................225
Jump-starting your vehicle ......235


Hazard flashers .........................215
Headlamps ...................................51
aiming ........................................54


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Keyless entry system


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Octane rating ............................277
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................260


Parking brake ............................191
Parts (see Motorcraft威 parts) ...........295
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................221
Power door locks ........................75
Power mirrors .............................68
Power point .................................65
Power steering ..........................197
fluid, checking and adding ....284
fluid, refill capacity ................296
fluid, specifications .................296
Power Windows ...........................66
Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................198


Radio ......................................29, 31
Rear-view camera system .........210
Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ......................................118
Relays ........................................217
Remote entry system .................80
illuminated entry ......................84
locking/unlocking doors ..............................75, 81–82
panic alarm ...............................82
replacement/additional transmitters ...............................83
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Keys .............................................86
positions of the ignition .........184


Lamps


bulb replacement specifications chart ..................57
daytime running light ...............52
headlamps .................................51
headlamps, flash to pass ..........51
instrument panel, dimming .....52
interior lamps ...........................56
replacing bulbs .........................59
LATCH anchors .........................124
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........190
Loading instructions .................172
Load limits .................................165
Locks


autolock .....................................75
doors ..........................................75
Lubricant specifications ...........296
Lug nuts ....................................234
Lumbar support, seats ...............91


Message center ...........................21
english/metric button ...............27
warning messages .....................27
Mirrors ...................................67–68


automatic dimming rearview mirror ........................................67
fold away ...................................69
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Motorcraft威 parts ..............256, 295


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replacing the batteries .............82
Reverse sensing system ...........208
Roadside assistance ..................214
Roll stability control .................192


Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ......................97–99, 101
Safety defects, reporting ..........249
Safety restraints ............97–99, 101
Belt-Minder威 ...........................102
extension assembly ................105
for adults .............................98–99
for children .............................116
warning light and chime ........102


Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ......................................124
Safety seats for children ..........120
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................301
Satellite Radio Information ........44
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............315
Seats ............................................89
child safety seats ....................120
front seats .................................90


SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ..........................................85
Servicing your vehicle ..............257
Setting the clock ...................30, 32
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............110
Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...........228
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Spark plugs, specifications .....................295, 300
Special notice ................................7
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6


Specification chart, lubricants ...................................296
Speed control ..............................70
Stability system .........................192
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......187
Starting your vehicle ........184–187
jump starting ..........................235


Steering wheel


controls ......................................71
tilting .........................................65
SYNC威 ..........................................47


Temperature control (see Climate control) ...........48, 50
Tilt steering wheel ......................65
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)


Tires, Wheels and Loading ....158
Tires ...........................140–141, 225
alignment ................................150
care ..........................................146
changing ..................225, 228–230
checking the pressure ............145
inflating ...................................142
label .........................................157
replacing ..........................148, 230
rotating ....................................150
safety practices .......................149
sidewall information ...............152
snow tires and chains ............164
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terminology .............................141
tire grades ...............................141
treadwear ........................140, 147
Towing .......................................173
recreational towing .................183
Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ..............178

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