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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%.
•A coolant concentration of 40% will provide freeze point
protection down to -12°F [-24°C]. Decreased engine coolant
concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion/freeze
protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause
engine damage.
•If available, 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 (2.5L I4 and 3.5L V6
engines only)
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 H (hot) area.
•The
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.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
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.
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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:Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only.
Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to
bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will have limited power, will not be
able to maintain high-speed operation, and may completely shut down
without warning, potentially losing engine power, power steering assist,
and power brake assist, which may increase the possibility of a crash
resulting in serious injury.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Re-start 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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The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID
Refer toscheduled maintenance information.
•3.5L V6 engine only
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/MAX or upper and lower 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/MAX or upper and
lower 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.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford
specification
Engine oil
(2.5L engine)5.3 quarts
(5.0 L)•MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 Full Synthetic
Motor Oil (US)
•MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 Super Premium
Motor Oil (Canada)
2
•MotorcraftSAE
5W-20 Synthetic Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
•XO-5W20-QSP (US)
•XO-5W20-QFS (US)
•CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada)
•CXO-5W20-LFS12 (Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark Engine oil
(3.0L engine)6.0 quarts
(5.7L)
Engine oil
(3.5L engine)5.5 quarts
(5.2L)
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft
Penetrating and Lock
LubricantXL-1/
None
Power steering fluid
(3.5L engine only)Between MIN
and MAX on
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCONVATFXT-5-QM /
MERCONV
Manual transmission
fluid3.0 quarts
(2.87L)
3
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-90
API GL-4
Gear OilXT-4-QGL /
WSS-M2C203-A1 and GL-4
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C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....321
CD ................................................28
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................246
Child safety seats ......................154
attaching with tether straps ..162
in front seat ............................155
in rear seat ..............................155
LATCH .....................................160
recommendations ...................152
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................165
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............269
instrument panel ....................271
interior .....................................272
plastic parts ............................270
washing ....................................267
waxing .....................................268
wheels ......................................268
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......47, 50
Clutch
fluid ..........................................310
operation while driving ..........217
recommended shift speeds ....217
Compass, electronic ....................74
calibration .................................75
set zone adjustment .................75
Console ........................................76
overhead ....................................74
Controls
power seat ...............................112
steering column ........................84Coolant
checking and adding ..............289
refill capacities ................293, 321
specifications ..........................321
Cross Traffic Alert ....................223
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................81
Cupholder(s) .............................120
Customer Assistance ................236
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................331
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................264
Getting roadside assistance ...236
Getting the service you
need .........................................260
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................265
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................264
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................56
Defrost
windshield .................................50
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................310, 313
engine oil .................................281
Driving under special
conditions ..................216, 230, 232
sand .........................................231
snow and ice ...........................233
through water .................231, 234
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Mirrors ...................................80–81
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................80
heated ........................................81
side view mirrors (power) .......81
Moon roof ....................................85
Motorcraftparts ..............274, 320
N
Navigation system .......................44
O
Octane rating ....................300–301
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................281
P
Parking brake ............................204
Parts (see Motorcraft
parts) .........................................320
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................121
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................242
Power door locks ........................89
Power mirrors .............................81
Power point .................................77
Power steering ..................209–210
fluid, checking and adding ....309
fluid, refill capacity ................321
fluid, specifications .................321
Power Windows ...........................78
R
Radio ............................................28Rear-view camera system .........221
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................152
Relays ........................................239
Remote entry system .................95
illuminated entry ................97, 99
locking/unlocking doors .....95–96
opening the trunk .....................96
panic alarm ...............................96
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................97
replacing the batteries .............97
Reverse sensing system ...........219
Roadside assistance ..................236
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........120, 123, 125–127
Safety Canopy ...........................143
Safety defects, reporting ..........266
Safety restraints ...............120, 123,
125–127
Belt-Minder...........................129
extension assembly ................128
for adults .........................125–127
for children .............................149
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................121
warning light and chime ........128
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................160
Safety seats for children ..........154
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................326
Satellite Radio .............................28
Satellite Radio Information ........41
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Seats ..........................................107
child safety seats ....................154
front seats ...............................110
heated ......................................114
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................100
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................101
Servicing your vehicle ..............275
Side air curtain .........................146
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............149
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................320, 325
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................321
Speed control ..............................81
Starting your vehicle .......198–199,
201
jump starting ..........................253
Steering
speed sensitive .......................210
Steering wheel
controls ......................................84
tilting .........................................73
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................28
SYNC..........................................44
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................73
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....184
Tires ...........................169–170, 246
alignment ................................177
care ..........................................173changing ..................................246
checking the pressure ............173
inflating ...................................171
label .........................................183
replacing ..................................175
rotating ....................................177
safety practices .......................176
sidewall information ...............178
snow tires and chains ............189
spare tire .................................246
terminology .............................170
tire grades ...............................170
treadwear ........................169, 174
Towing .......................................195
recreational towing .................195
trailer towing ..........................195
wrecker ....................................258
Transmission .............................212
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....210
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................313
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .........................313, 317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
lubricant specifications ..........321
manual operation ....................217
Trunk ...........................................93
remote release ....................87, 96
Turn signal ..................................59
U
USB port ......................................38
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................327
Vehicle loading ..........................190
Ventilating your vehicle ...........201
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