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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS – 3.7L AND 5.0L ENGINES If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you occasionally operate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

As required

Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center and perform services listed in Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect and lubricate U-joints See axle maintenance items under Exceptions Change manual transmission fluid

Inspect frequently, service as required 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].)

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) As required

Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center and perform services listed in Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace spark plugs

Inspect frequently, service as required 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.

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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].)

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 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 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 or SM or greater, the normal oil change interval is 5,000 miles (8,000 km). If using an oil that is less than the API SM (i.e. SL) category, 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

3.7L and 5.0L engines*

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

After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)

*Shelby GT500 owners: Refer to the Shelby GT500 supplement

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Accessory delay ..........................78
AdvanceTrac ..............................213
AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........218
Airbag supplemental restraint system ................................143, 151
and child safety seats ............145
description ......................143, 151
disposal ....................................154
driver airbag ....................145, 152
indicator light .........................154
operation .........................145, 152
passenger airbag .............145, 152
side airbag ...............................151
Air cleaner filter ...............309, 312
Air conditioning ....................48, 51

manual heating and air conditioning system .................48
AM/FM .........................................29
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ................289
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................212
Anti-theft system ..............112, 115
arming the system ..................116
disarming a triggered system .....................................117
Audio system (see Radio) .........29
Automatic transmission ............221

driving an automatic overdrive .................................221
fluid, adding ............................307
fluid, checking ........................307
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specification ..................313
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....38
Auxiliary powerpoint ..................75

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Axle

lubricant specifications ..........313
refill capacities ........................313
traction lok ..............................219

Battery .......................................287
acid, treating emergencies .....287
battery saver .............................56
jumping a disabled battery ....257
maintenance-free ....................287
replacement, specifications ...312
servicing ..................................287
Belt-Minder威 .............................138
Blind spot mirror ......................230
Booster seats .............................171
Brakes ........................................212
anti-lock ...................................212
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................212
fluid, checking and adding ....307
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specifications .................313
lubricant specifications ..........313
parking ....................................213
shift interlock ..........................219
Bulbs ............................................62

Capacities for refilling fluids ....313
Car2U威 Home Automation System .........................................83
Cargo cover .................................95
CD ................................................29
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................242
Child safety seats ......................159
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Cruise control (see Speed control) ........................................79
Customer Assistance ................232

Ford Extended Service Plan ..................................323, 326
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............266
Getting roadside assistance ...232
Getting the service you need .................................262
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................268
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................266

Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................58
Defrost

rear window and rearview mirrors .......................................51
windshield .................................51

Dipstick

automatic transmission fluid ..........................................307
engine oil .................................283

Driving under special conditions ..................................223
through water .........................231

Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside

jump-starting ..........................257
running out of fuel .........256, 299
Emission control system ..........304
Engine ........................................316

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attaching with tether straps ..165
in front seat ............................160
in rear seat ..............................160
LATCH .....................................163
recommendations ...................157

Child safety seats - booster seats ...........................................171
Cleaning your vehicle

engine compartment ..............272
instrument panel ....................274
interior .....................................275
plastic parts ............................273
washing ....................................270
waxing .....................................271
wheels ......................................271
wiper blades ............................273

Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ......48, 51
Clock ............................................29
Clutch

fluid ..........................................307
operation while driving ..........223
recommended shift speeds ....224
Compass, electronic ....................72
calibration .................................73
set zone adjustment .................73
Console ........................................74
Controls

power seat ...............................123
steering column ........................82
Convertible ..................................90
cleaning ...................................274
installation of the boot .............92
lowering the convertible top ...90
raising the convertible top ......93

Coolant

checking and adding ..............289
refill capacities ................292, 313
specifications ..........................313

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cleaning ...................................272
coolant .....................................289
fail-safe cooling .......................293
idle speed control ...................287
lubrication specifications .......313
refill capacities ........................313
service points ..................280–281
Engine block heater .................210
Engine oil ..................................283
checking and adding ..............283
dipstick ....................................283
filter, specifications ........285, 312
recommendations ...................285
refill capacities ........................313
specifications ..........................313
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................210

Fail safe cooling ........................293
Fleet MyKey programming ........97
Floor mats .............................89–90
Fluid capacities .........................313
Fog lamps ....................................57
Fuel ............................................295
calculating fuel economy ..21, 301
cap ...........................................297
capacity ...................................313
choosing the right fuel ...........298
detergent in fuel .....................299
filler funnel .............................299
filling your vehicle with fuel ..................295, 297, 301
filter, specifications ........295, 312
fuel pump shut-off ..................234
improving fuel economy ........301
octane rating ...........298–299, 316
quality ......................................299

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running out of fuel .........256, 299
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................295
Fuses ..................................234, 236

Garage door opener ....................83
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............297
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...................................301
Gauges .........................................17

Hazard flashers .........................233
Headlamps ...................................56
aiming ..................................59–60
autolamp system .......................56
bulb specifications ....................63
daytime running lights .............58
flash to pass ..............................58
high beam .................................58
replacing bulbs .........................64
turning on and off ....................56
Head restraints .................118, 127
Heating

heating and air conditioning system .................................48, 51
Hood ..........................................279

Ignition ...............................206, 316
Illuminated visor mirror .............71
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................159
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................306
Instrument panel

cleaning ...................................274
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and interior .......................................59

Load limits .................................195
Locks ..........................................102
autolock ...........................103, 105
doors ........................................102
Lubricant specifications ...........313
Lug nuts ....................................256
Lumbar support, seats .............125

Jack ............................................242
positioning ...............................242
storage .....................................242
Jump-starting your vehicle ......257

Keyless entry system

autolock ...........................103, 105
Keys .....................................96, 113
positions of the ignition .........206

Lamps

autolamp system .......................56
bulb replacement specifications chart ..................63
daytime running light ...............58
fog lamps ...................................57
headlamps .................................56
headlamps, flash to pass ..........58
instrument panel, dimming .....59
interior lamps .....................62–63
replacing bulbs .........................64
LATCH anchors .........................163
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........212

Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ....................219
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Manual transmission .................223
fluid capacities ........................313
lubricant specifications ..........313
reverse .....................................225
Message center ...........................19
display color ..............................25
english/metric button ...............25
MyColor display ........................25
system check button ................25
warning messages .....................25
Mirrors ...................................78–79

automatic dimming rearview mirror ........................................78
heated ........................................51
side view mirrors (power) .......79
Motorcraft威 parts ..............277, 312
MyKey ..........................................97

Navigation system .......................47

Octane rating ....................298–299
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................283

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Parking brake ............................213
Parts (see Motorcraft威 parts) ...........312
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................130
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................238
Power mirrors .............................79
Powerpoint ..................................75
Power steering ..........................218
Power Windows ...........................75

Radio ............................................29
6-CD in dash .............................29
Rear-view camera system .........228
Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ......................................157
Relays ........................................234
Remote entry system .......107–108
illuminated entry ....................111
locking/unlocking doors ................................108–109
opening the trunk ...................110
panic alarm .............................109
replacement/additional transmitters .............................111
replacing the batteries ...........110
Reverse sensing system ...........226
Roadside assistance ..................232

Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..........132, 134, 136–137
Safety defects, reporting ..........269

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Safety restraints ........132, 134–137
Belt-Minder威 ...........................138
extension assembly ................137
for adults .................134, 136–137
for children .............................155
Occupant Classification Sensor ......................................130
warning light and chime ........138

Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ......................................163
Safety seats for children ..........159
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................317
Satellite Radio Information ........44
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............333
Seats ..........................................118
child safety seats ....................159
climate control ..........................51
front seats ...............................122
heated ................................48, 126

SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........................................112
Servicing your vehicle ..............278
Setting the clock .........................29
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............154
Spark plugs, specifications .....................312, 316
Specification chart, lubricants ...................................313
Speed control ..............................79
Starting your vehicle ........................206–207, 209
jump starting ..........................257

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automatic operation ...............221
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....219
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................307
fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................308
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
lubricant specifications ..........313
manual operation ....................223
Trunk .........................................106
remote release ..................95, 110
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Turn signal

Universal garage door opener ....83
USB port ......................................40

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................318
Vehicle loading ..........................195
Ventilating your vehicle ...........210
Visor storage system ..................72

Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................282
Water, Driving through .............231
Windows

power .........................................75

Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........................................70
checking and adding fluid .....282
replacing wiper blades ...........283
Wrecker towing .........................260

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Steering wheel

controls ......................................82
tilting .........................................71

Stereo

6-CD in dash .............................29
CD-MP3 .....................................29
SYNC威 ..........................................47

Temporary mobility kit .............247
Tilt steering wheel ......................71
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Tires, Wheels and Loading ....190
Tires ...........................175–176, 242
alignment ................................183
care ..........................................179
changing ..........................242, 244
checking the pressure ............179
inflating ...................................177
label .........................................189
replacing ..................................181
rotating ....................................184
safety practices .......................183
sidewall information ...............184
snow tires and chains ............194
spare tire .................................242
Temporary mobility kit ..........247
terminology .............................176
tire grades ...............................176
treadwear ........................175, 180
Towing .......................................202
recreational towing .................205
trailer towing ..........................202
wrecker ....................................260
Traction Control Sport Mode ...218
Traction-lok rear axle ...............219
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