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service as required Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center. Example #1: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km) automatic transmission fluid replacement. Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].)

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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads

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

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

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter

Change automatic transmission fluid (except Focus) Change manual transmission fluid

Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)

Every oil change

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: Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil change interval is 5,000 miles (8,000 km). If the available API “SM” or “SN” oils are not available, then the oil change service interval is 3,000 mile (4,800 km).

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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

Six years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (whichever comes first)

After initial change Every three years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)

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Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................268
Anti-theft system ..............169, 172
arming the system ..........170, 172
disarming a triggered system .....................................173
triggering .................................173

Audio system (see Radio) ......................37, 40, 45
Automatic transmission ............276

driving an automatic overdrive .................................276
fluid, adding ............................366
fluid, checking ........................366
fluid, refill capacities ..............371
fluid, specification ..................371
Selectshift (SST) ....................278
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....49
Auxiliary powerpoint ................136
Axle

refill capacities ........................371

Battery .......................................345
acid, treating emergencies .....345
jumping a disabled battery ....317
maintenance-free ....................345
replacement, specifications ...370
servicing ..................................345
Belt-Minder威 .............................193
Blind spot mirror ......................296
Booster seats .............................226
Brakes ........................................268
anti-lock ...................................268
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................269
fluid, checking and adding ....365
fluid, refill capacities ..............371
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911 Assist™ ................................83

Accessing call history/phone book during active call ...............67
Accessing your media menu features ........................................92
Accessing your phone menu features ........................................70
Accessory delay ........................139
Active call menu options ...........67
Active Park Assist .....................291
Advanced menu options .......78, 97
Advanced menu options (prompts, languages, defaults, master reset, installing applications) ................................78
AdvanceTrac ..............................270
Airbag supplemental restraint system ................197–198, 206, 208
and child safety seats ............199
description ..............198, 206, 208
disposal ....................................211
driver airbag ............199, 207, 209
indicator light .................206, 211
operation .................199, 207, 209
passenger airbag .....199, 207, 209
side airbag ...............................206
Air cleaner filter .......366–367, 370
Air conditioning ................113, 116

manual heating and air conditioning system ...............113
Ambient mood/lighting .............126
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fluid, specifications .................371
lubricant specifications ..........371
parking ....................................270
shift interlock ..........................274
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ..........................................126

Capacities for refilling fluids ....371
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................310
Child safety seats ......................216
attaching with tether straps ..223
in front seat ............................217
in rear seat ..............................217
LATCH .....................................220
recommendations ...................214

Child safety seats - booster seats .............................226
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............332
instrument panel ....................333
interior .....................................334
plastic parts ............................332
washing ....................................330
waxing .....................................331
wheels ......................................331
wiper blades ............................333

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) .............................113, 116
Clock ..........................37, 42, 45, 47
Clock adjust

AM/FM .......................................45

Clutch

fluid ..........................................365
operation while driving ..........280

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recommended shift speeds ....281

Connecting a digital media player to SYNC威 .........................88
Console ......................................135
Controls

steering column ......................143

Coolant

checking and adding ..............347
refill capacities ................350, 371
specifications ..........................371

Cruise control (see Speed control) ..................141
Customer Assistance ................298

Ford Extended Service Plan ..................................379, 381
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............326
Getting roadside assistance ...298
Getting the service you need .........................................322
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................328
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................326

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ..............................121
Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................366
engine oil .................................342

Doors

central unlocking ....................159

Driving under special conditions ..................................280
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Electronic message center ...18, 22
Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................317
running out of fuel .................358
Emission control system ..........362
End user license agreement ....105
Engine ........................................374
cleaning ...................................332
coolant .....................................347
idle speed control ...................345
lubrication specifications .......371
refill capacities ........................371
service points ..................339–340
Engine block heater .................266
Engine fan .................................339
Engine oil ..................................342
checking and adding ..............342
dipstick ....................................342
filter, specifications ........343, 370
recommendations ...................343
refill capacities ........................371
specifications ..........................371
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................266

Fan, Engine Cooling .........337, 339
Fleet MyKey programming ......153
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....352
Floor mats .........................150–151
Fluid capacities .........................371
Fog lamps ..................................121
Fuel ............................................352
calculating fuel economy .......359

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cap ...........................................355
capacity ...................................371
choosing the right fuel ...........356
detergent in fuel .....................358
filler funnel .............................358
filling your vehicle with fuel ..................352, 355, 360
filter, specifications ........352, 370
fuel pump shut-off ..................300
improving fuel economy ........359
octane rating ...........356–357, 374
quality ......................................357
running out of fuel .................358
safety information relating to automotive fuels ................352

Fuel - flex fuel vehicle (FFV) .........................352, 356–357
Fuses ..................................300, 302

Garage door opener ..................146
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............355
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................359
Gauges .........................................17

Hazard flashers .........................299
Headlamps .................................120
aiming ......................................123
autolamp system .....................120
bulb specifications ..................127
daytime running lights ...........121
flash to pass ............................121
high beam ...............................121
replacing bulbs .......................128
turning on and off ..................120
Head restraints .........................174
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Keys ...................................152, 170
positions of the ignition .........259

Lamps

autolamp system .....................120
bulb replacement specifications chart ................127
daytime running light .............121
fog lamps .................................121
headlamps ...............................120
headlamps, flash to pass ........121
instrument panel, dimming ...122
interior lamps .................125, 127
replacing bulbs .......................128
LATCH anchors .........................220
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........269
Load limits .................................250
Locks

autolock ...................................160
childproof ................................161
doors ........................................159
Lubricant specifications ...........371
Lug nuts ....................................316

Manual transmission .................280
fluid capacities ........................371
lubricant specifications ..........371
reverse .....................................282

Media Bluetooth menu options (adding, connecting, deleting, turning on/off) ............................96
Media menu layout .....................91
Message center .....................18, 22
warning messages ...............21, 26

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Heating

heating and air conditioning system .............................113, 116
Hill start assist ..........................279
Homelink wireless control system ........................................146
Hood ..........................................338

Ignition ...............................259, 374
Illuminated visor mirror ...........135
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................216
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................364
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................333
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and interior .....................................122
Intelligent Access Key ..............153
Intelligent Access with push button start ...............................164

Jack ............................................310
positioning ...............................310
storage .....................................310

Joining two calls (multiparty/conference call) ......67
Jump-starting your vehicle ......317

Keyless entry system

autolock ...................................160

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Mirrors ...............................139–140

automatic dimming rearview mirror ......................................139
fold away .................................141
heated ......................................140
side view mirrors (power) .....140
.......................................140
signal Moon roof ..................................144
Motorcraft威 parts ..............336, 370
MyFord™ system ........................49
MyKey ........................................153

Octane rating ....................356–357
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................342

Pairing other phones ..................64
Pairing your phone for the first time ......................................63
Parental MyKey programming .............................153
Park Assist ................................291
Parking brake ............................270
Parts (see Motorcraft威 parts) ...........370
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................185
Phone Bluetooth menu options (adding, connecting, deleting, turning on/off) ............................77
Phone dependent features .........62
Phone menu layout ....................69
Phone redial ................................70

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Playing music (by artist, album, genre, playlist, tracks, similar) ........................................93
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................306
Power door locks ......................159
Power mirrors ...........................140
Powerpoint ................................136
Power steering ..........................273
fluid, refill capacity ................371
fluid, specifications .................371
Power Windows .........................137
Privacy information ....................59
Push button start system .........262
Putting a call on/off hold ...........67

Radio ................................37, 40, 45
Rear-view camera system .........286
Receiving a text message ...........72
Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ................................214
Relays ........................................300
Remote entry system .......163–164
illuminated entry ....................168
locking/unlocking doors ..164–165
opening the trunk ...................166
panic alarm .............................165
replacement/additional transmitters .............................168
replacing the batteries ...........166
Reverse sensing system ...........283
Roadside assistance ..................298
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Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..................188–190, 192
Safety defects, reporting ..328–329
Safety information ......................59
Safety restraints ........188–190, 192
Belt-Minder威 ...........................193
extension assembly ................192
for adults .........................189–190
for children .............................212
Occupant Classification Sensor ......................................185
warning light and chime ........193

Safety restraints - LATCH anchors .........................220
Safety seats for children ..........216
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................375
Satellite Radio Information ........53
Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............388
Seats ..........................................174
child safety seats ....................216
heated ......................................180

SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........................................169
Selecting your media source (USB, Line in, BT audio) ...........92
Servicing your vehicle ..............337
Setting the clock .......37, 42, 45, 47
Side air curtain .........................208
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............211
Spark plugs, specifications .....................370, 374
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Specification chart, lubricants ...................................371
Speed control ............................141
Starting your vehicle ........................259–260, 262
jump starting ..........................317
push button start system .......262

Steering wheel

controls ....................................143
tilting .......................................135
SYNC威 customer support .........105
SYNC威 ..........................................57
SYNC威 Services ...........................80

Text messaging ...........................72
Text messaging (sending, downloading, deleting) .........72, 74
Tilt steering wheel ....................135
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Tires, Wheels and Loading ....245
Tires ...........................230–231, 310
alignment ................................239
care ..........................................235
changing ..........................310, 313
checking the pressure ............235
inflating ...................................232
label .........................................244
replacing ..................................237
rotating ....................................239
safety practices .......................238
sidewall information ...............240
snow tires and chains ............249
spare tire .................................310
terminology .............................231
tire grades ...............................231
treadwear ........................230, 235

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Towing .......................................256
recreational towing .................256
trailer towing ..........................256
wrecker ....................................320

Traffic, Directions and Information ..................................80
Transmission

automatic operation ...............276
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....274
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................366
fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................366
fluid, refill capacities ..............371
lubricant specifications ..........371
manual operation ....................280
Trunk .................................151, 161
remote release ........................166
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Turn signal Universal garage door opener ..146
USB port ......................................51
Using privacy mode ....................67
Vehicle health report ..................86

Index

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................375
Vehicle loading ..........................250
Ventilating your vehicle ...........266
Voice commands in media mode ............................................89
Voice commands in phone mode ............................................64

Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................340
Water, Driving through .............297
Windows

power .......................................137
rear wiper/washer ...................134

Windshield washer fluid and wipers

checking and adding fluid .....340
operation .................................133
replacing wiper blades ...340–341
Wrecker towing .........................320

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