towing FORD E SERIES 2011 4.G Owner's Guide

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford
Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract
backed by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,
Ford ESP provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement
•Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items
•Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty Coverage expires
•Roadside Assistance benefits
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company
dealership. There are several Ford ESP plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your
own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental.
When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada and the United States, provided by a network of Ford
Motor Company dealers.
For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or
www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you.
NOTE:Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are
not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
Ford Extended Service Plan
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Inspect frequently, service as
required.– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
6R80 or TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals on
2WD vehicles (if non-sealed bearings are used).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
– Change manual transmission fluid.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
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sidewall information ...............149
snow tires and chains ............162
spare tire .........................222, 224
terminology .............................138
tire grades ...............................138
treadwear ........................137, 144
Towing .......................................170
recreational towing .................180
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............175
trailer towing ..........................170
wrecker ....................................236
Traction control ........................188
Traction-lok rear axle ...............194
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................175
Transmission .............................198
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....196
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................284
fluid, refill capacities ..............294
lubricant specifications ..........294
Turn signal ..................................54U
Upfitter controls .........................70
USB port ......................................40
V
Vehicle loading ..........................163
Ventilating your vehicle ...........184
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......14
Washer fluid ..............................257
Water, Driving through .............209
Windows
power .........................................64
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................62
checking and adding fluid .....257
replacing wiper blades ...........257
Wrecker towing .........................236
Index
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