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maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

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

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)

Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)

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 tires for wear and measure tread depth Change engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints

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)

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

Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter

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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) Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)

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 tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect and lubricate U-joints

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 60,000 miles (96,000 km)

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 transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Replace spark plugs

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads

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

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

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

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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)

Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)

Inspect frequently, service as required

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

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)

Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 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 rear axle fluid (F-450/550 only)

Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)

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 tires for 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 rear axle fluid (F-450/550 only)

Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)

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. E–450 and F–450/550 axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) under normal driving conditions. For vehicles operated at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights, the rear axle fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles (80,000 km). In addition, this 50,000 mile (80,000 km) schedule should be observed when the vehicles are operated under the Special Operating Conditions. 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.

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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 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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Accessory delay ........................103
AdvanceTrac ..............................271
Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................178, 182, 184
and child safety seats ............179
description ..............178, 182, 184
disposal ....................................192
driver airbag ............180, 183, 185
indicator light .........................187
operation .................180, 183, 185
passenger airbag .....180, 183, 185
passenger deactivation switch ......................................188
side airbag ...............................182
Air cleaner filter .......400–401, 406
Air conditioning ....................77, 80

manual heating and air conditioning system .................77
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) .....................................375
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ......................................268
Anti-theft system ..............147, 149
arming the system ..........148, 150
disarming a triggered system .....................................150
triggering .................................150
Audio system (see Radio) ...59, 61
Automatic transmission ............286

driving an automatic overdrive .................................284
fluid, adding ............................396
fluid, checking ........................396
fluid, refill capacities ..............407
Selectshift (SST) ....................289
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................68

Index

Auxiliary power point ...............100
Axle

refill capacities ........................407

Battery .......................................373
acid, treating emergencies .....373
jumping a disabled battery ....343
maintenance-free ....................373
replacement, specifications ...406
servicing ..................................373
Bed extender ............................124
Belt-Minder威 .............................174
Booster seats .............................209
Brakes ........................................268
anti-lock ...................................268
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................269
fluid, checking and adding ....396
fluid, refill capacities ..............407
parking ....................................269
shift interlock ..........................282
trailer .......................................254
Bulbs ............................................91

Capacities for refilling fluids ....407
Car2U威 Home Automation System .......................................115
Cassette tape player ...................59
Cell phone use ............................11
Changing a tire .........................326
Child safety seats ......................197
attaching with tether straps ..204
in front seat ....................198, 204
in rear seat ......................198, 204
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LATCH .....................................204
recommendations ...................195

Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................209
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............358
instrument panel ............361–362
interior .....................................363
plastic parts ............................360
safety belts ..............................363
washing ....................................357
waxing .....................................358
wheels ......................................358
wiper blades ............................360

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ......77, 80
Clock ......................................60, 62
Compass, electronic

set zone adjustment .................27
Console ........................................99
overhead ..............................98–99

Controls

power seat ...............................157
steering column ......................111

Coolant

checking and adding ..............375
refill capacities ................378, 407

Cruise control (see Speed control) ......................................109
Customer Assistance ................314

Ford accessories for your vehicle .....................................365
Ford Extended Service Plan ..................................418, 421
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada .....................353
Getting roadside assistance ...314
Getting the service you need .........................................349

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Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................355
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................353

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) .........................................88
Defrost

rear window and rearview mirrors .......................................80
windshield .................................80

Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................396
engine oil .................................371

Driving under special conditions ..................292, 304, 308
sand .........................................306
snow and ice ...........................308
through water .................307, 310

Electronic message center ...22, 39
Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................343
Emergency Flashers .................315
Emission control system ..........392
Engine ........................................411
cleaning ...................................358
coolant .....................................375
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................379
idle speed control ...................373
refill capacities ........................407
service points ..................367–369
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Engine oil ..................................371
checking and adding ..............371
dipstick ....................................371
filter, specifications ........372, 406
recommendations ...................372
refill capacities ........................407
Event data recording ....................9
Exhaust fumes ..........................265

Fail safe cooling ........................379
Fleet MyKey programming ......127
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....382
Floor mats .................................121
Fluid capacities .........................407
Fog lamps ....................................87
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......296
driving off road .......................303
electronic shift ................297, 301
indicator light .........................298
lever operated shift ................298
manual locking hubs ..............297
preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................281
Fuel ............................................382

calculating fuel economy ............................25, 389
cap ...........................................385
capacity ...................................407
choosing the right fuel ...........386
detergent in fuel .....................388
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................382, 385, 389
filter, specifications ........382, 406
fuel pump shut-off ..................316
improving fuel economy ........389
octane rating ...........386–387, 411
quality ......................................387

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running out of fuel .................388
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................382

Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) .........................382, 386–387
Fuses ..................................316–317

Garage door opener ..................114
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............385
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...................................389
Gauges .........................................21

Hazard flashers .........................315
Headlamps ...................................86
aiming ..................................88–89
autolamp system .......................86
daytime running lights .............88
flash to pass ..............................87
high beam .................................87
replacing bulbs .........................93
turning on and off ....................86

Heating

heating and air conditioning system .................................77, 80
Hill descent mode .....................277
Hill start assist ..........................291
Hood ..........................................367

Ignition ...............................262, 411
Illuminated visor mirror .............98
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anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........269
Loading instructions .................249
Load limits .................................242
Locks

autolock ...................................136
childproof ................................139
doors ........................................135
Lug nuts ....................................342
Lumbar support, seats .............158

Manual transmission

fluid capacities ........................407
Message center ...............22–23, 39
english/metric button ...............27
system check button ................27
warning messages ...............29, 47
Mirrors ...............................103–104

automatic dimming rearview mirror ......................................104
fold away .........................105, 107
heated ........................................80
programmable memory ..........142
side view mirrors (power) .....104
signal .......................................108
Moon roof ..................................113
Motorcraft威 parts ......................406
MyKey ........................................127

Navigation system .......................76

Octane rating ....................386–387
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................371

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Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................197
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................394
Instrument panel

cleaning ...........................361–362
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and interior .......................................88

Jack ............................................326
positioning ...............................326
storage .....................................326
Jump-starting your vehicle ......343

Keyless entry system

autolock ...................................136
keypad .....................................146
locking and unlocking doors ..147
programming entry code .......146
Keys ...................................127, 148
positions of the ignition .........262

Lamps

autolamp system .......................86
daytime running light ...............88
fog lamps ...................................87
headlamps .................................86
headlamps, flash to pass ..........87
instrument panel, dimming .....88
interior lamps ...........................90
replacing bulbs ...................93–96
LATCH anchors .........................204
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
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Parental MyKey programming .............................127
Parking brake ............................269
Parts (see Motorcraft威 parts) ...........406
Pedals (see Power adjustable foot pedals) ...............................108
Power adjustable foot pedals ...108
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ........................................322
Power door locks ......................135
Power mirrors ...........................104
Power point ...............................100
Power steering ..........................279
fluid, checking and adding ....395
fluid, refill capacity ................407
Power Windows .........................102
Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................281

Radio ......................................59, 61
Rear-view camera system .........294
Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ......................................195
Relays ........................................316
Remote entry system .......140–141
illuminated entry ....................143
locking/unlocking doors .........141
Remote start ...........................144
replacement/additional transmitters .............................143
replacing the batteries ...........142

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Remote start .............................144
Remote start climate operation .....................................84
Reverse sensing system ...........292
Roadside assistance ..................314

Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..........166–168, 170–173
Safety Canopy ...................183–184
Safety defects, reporting ..........356
Safety restraints ................166–173
Belt-Minder威 ...........................174
extension assembly ................172
for adults .........167–168, 170–172
for children .............................192
warning light and chime ...............................173–174

Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ......................................204
Safety seats for children ..........197
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................412
Satellite Radio Information ........73
Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............428
Seats ..........................................151
child safety seats ....................197
cleaning ...................................364
climate control ..................80, 159
easy access/easyout feature ..161
memory seat ...................142, 161

SecuriCode keyless entry system ........................................146
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rotating ....................................227
safety practices .......................225
sidewall information ...............228
snow tires and chains ............241
spare tire .................................327
terminology .............................218
tire grades ...............................217
treadwear ........................217, 223
Towing .......................................249
recreational towing .................261
Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ..............254
trailer towing ..........................249
wrecker ....................................347
Traction control ........................270
Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ................254
Trailer sway control ..................277
Transfer case

fluid checking .........................400
Transmission .............................284
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....282
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................396
fluid, refill capacities ..............407
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Turn signal

Universal garage door opener ..114
Upfitter controls .......................112
USB port ......................................70

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................413
Vehicle loading ..........................242
Ventilating your vehicle ...........266

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SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ................................147–148
Servicing your vehicle ..............366
Setting the clock ...................60, 62
Snowplowing .................7, 311–312
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............187
Spark plugs, specifications .....................406, 411
Special notice ................................8
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............7
four-wheel drive vehicles .......313
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Speed control ............................109
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......265
Starting your vehicle ........262–265
jump starting ..........................343

Steering wheel

controls ....................................111
tilting .........................................98
SYNC威 ..........................................76

Tailgate ......................................121
Tilt steering wheel ......................98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Tires, Wheels and Loading ....234
Tires ...........................216–218, 326
alignment ................................226
care ..........................................222
changing ..................326, 329, 332
checking the pressure ............221
inflating ...................................219
label .........................................233
replacing ..................................224

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Warning lights (see Lights) .......14
Washer fluid ..............................370
Water, Driving through .............310
Windows

power .......................................102

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Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................97
checking and adding fluid .....370
replacing wiper blades ...........370
Wrecker towing .........................347

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