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•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the
winter months.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The service engine soon
symbol will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
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Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with
the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING:Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer toscheduled maintenance
information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in
small amounts, continuously
checking the level until it reaches
the range between the MIN and
MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap
back on the reservoir. Refer to
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for
the proper fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the MIN and
MAX lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Engine oil
1
5.5 quarts (5.2L)•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Full Synthetic Motor Oil
(US)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor Oil
(Canada)
•Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Synthetic Motor Oil
(Canada)•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)
•CXO-5W20-LFS12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark
Engine coolant11.7 quarts
(11.1L)
6
Motorcraft Specialty
Green Engine Coolant
2
VC-10-A (US)
CVC-10-A (Canada) /
WSS-M97B55-A Engine coolant–with
trailer tow package12.5 quarts
(11.8L)
6
Power steering fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Automatic
transmission fluid9.4 quarts (8.9 L)
3
Motorcraft MERCONLV
AT F
4
XT-10-QLV /
MERCONLV
Rear differential
(AWD) fluid2.4 pints (1.15L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90
Premium Rear Axle
LubricantXY-80W90-QL /
WSP-M2C197-A
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification
Power Transfer Unit
(PTU) fluid (AWD)
5
12 ounces (0.35L)Motorcraft SAE 75W-140
Synthetic Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL /
WSL-M2C192-A
Windshield washer
fluid4.75 quarts (4.5L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank
(front-wheel drive)19.2 gallons
(72.7L)——
Fuel tank (all-wheel
drive)20.8 gallons
(78.7L)——
1Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCONLV should only use MERCONLV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.5See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.6Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................78
AdvanceTrac ..............................222
Air cleaner filter ...............309–311
Air conditioning ..........................58
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................147, 156, 159
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............147, 156, 159
disposal ....................................162
driver airbag ............149, 157, 160
indicator light .........156, 158, 161
operation .................149, 157, 160
passenger airbag .....149, 157, 160
side airbag ...............................156
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................235
Ambient mood/lighting ...............66
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................290
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................220
Anti-theft system ......................115
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................27, 31, 39
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................229
fluid, adding ............................308
fluid, checking ........................308
fluid, refill capacities ..............312
fluid, specification ..................312
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....47
Auxiliary power point .................75
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........312B
Battery .......................................288
acid, treating emergencies .....288
jumping a disabled battery ....258
maintenance-free ....................288
replacement, specifications ...311
servicing ..................................288
Belt-Minder.............................142
Blind Spot Spotter Mirror ........234
Booster seats .............................176
Brakes ........................................220
anti-lock ...................................220
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................221
fluid, checking and adding ....307
fluid, refill capacities ..............312
fluid, specifications .................312
lubricant specifications ..........312
parking ....................................221
shift interlock ..........................227
Bulbs ............................................67
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....312
Car2U garage door opener .........89
Cargo management system ........99
Cargo net .....................................99
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .................252, 255
Child safety seats ......................167
attaching with tether
straps .......................................173
in front seat ............................167
in rear seat ..............................167
LATCH .....................................171
recommendations ...................165
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................176
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............275
instrument panel ....................277
interior .....................................278
plastic parts ............................275
safety belts ..............................278
washing ....................................273
waxing .....................................274
wheels ......................................274
wiper blades ............................276
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............58
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................41
AM/FM/CD .................................33
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................23
Console ........................................75
overhead ....................................74
Controls
power seat ...............................125
steering column ........................82
Convertible
cleaning ...................................276
Coolant
checking and adding ..............290
refill capacities ................293, 312
specifications ..........................312
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................80
Cupholder(s) .............................131
Customer Assistance ................242
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................320
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................270Getting roadside assistance ...242
Getting the service
you need .................................266
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................271
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................270
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................63
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................308
engine oil .................................285
Driving under special
conditions ..................231, 236, 239
sand .........................................237
snow and ice ...........................239
through water .................238, 241
E
Electronic message center ...19–20
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................258
Emission control system ..........304
Engine ........................................315
cleaning ...................................275
coolant .....................................290
fail-safe cooling .......................294
idle speed control ...................288
lubrication specifications .......312
refill capacities ........................312
service points ..................282–283
starting after a collision .........244
Engine block heater .................218
Engine oil ..................................285
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