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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISINGCOST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORDEXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (U.S.Only)
More than 32 million Ford owners havediscovered the powerful protection of FordExtended Service Plan. It is the extendedservice plan backed by Ford MotorCompany, and provides peace of mindprotection beyond the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty coverage.
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts andlabor – can easily exceed the price of yourFord Extended Service Plan. With Ford ESPyou minimize your risk for unexpectedrepair bills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered VehicleComponents
There are four core Extended Service Planswith different levels of coverage. Ask yourauthorized dealer for details.
1. PremiumCARE - Our mostcomprehensive coverage. With over1,000 covered components, this planis so complete that we generally onlydiscuss what’s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components,and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 criticalcomponents.
Ford Extended Service Plan is honored byall authorized Ford dealers in the U.S.,Canada and Mexico. It is the extendedservice plan authorized and backed by FordMotor Company.
That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service at any Ford orLincoln dealership
•Repairs performed by factory trainedtechnicians, using genuine parts
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
You take advantage of replacementtransportation if your vehicle is at yourauthorized dealer for same day coveredrepairs.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for coveredrepairs, you are eligible for rental carcoverage, including bumper to bumperwarranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and batteryjump starts
•Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement forlodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle,rental car coverage and emergencytransportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your FordExtended Service Plan coverage expires,you can transfer any remaining coverageto the new owner. Whenever you sell yourvehicle, prospective buyers may have ahigher degree of confidence that vehiclewas properly maintained with Ford ESP,thereby improving resale value.
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Extended Service Plan (ESP)

When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OILCHANGE REQUIRED appears in theinformation display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 miles(800 kilometers) of the ENGINE OILCHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGEREQUIRED message appearing. Makesure you reset the oil monitoring systemafter each oil change.
If your information display resetsprematurely, becomes inoperative or thevehicle battery becomes discharged ordisconnected, the oil monitoring systemresets to 100% oil life. You should changeyour engine oil one year or 10000 miles(16000 kilometers) from the previous oilchange. Never exceed one year or 10000miles (16000 kilometers) between oilchange intervals.
C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid
Your vehicle is equipped with theIntelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, whichdisplays a message in the informationdisplay at the proper oil change interval.This interval may be up to two years or20000 miles (32000 kilometers).
When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OILCHANGE REQUIRED appears in theinformation display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 miles(800 kilometers) of the ENGINE OILCHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGEREQUIRED message appearing. Makesure you reset the Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor after each oil change.
If your information display resetsprematurely or becomes inoperative, youshould perform the oil change interval atsix months or 5000 miles (8000kilometers) from your last oil change.Never exceed two years or 20000 miles(32000 kilometers) between oil changeintervals.
All Vehicles
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performancesystems. Every manufacturer developsthese systems using differentspecifications and performance features.That is why it is important to rely upon yourdealership to properly diagnose and repairyour vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate thesystem or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Check Every 12 Months (C-MAX EnergiPlug-in Hybrid Only)
Inspect the engine oil filter for signs ofdamage such as rust, paint blistering,scratches or dents. If any of theseconditions are present, replace the filter.See Normal Scheduled Maintenance(page 352).
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamageExhaust system
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires for wear and proper pressure**Fluid levels*; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................108About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................164ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................165Accessories....................................................344Exterior style........................................................344Interior style.........................................................344Lifestyle.................................................................344Peace of mind.....................................................344AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation.............................................11Active Park Assist..........................................172Automatic Steering into ParkingSpace..................................................................173Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........174Troubleshooting the System..........................174Using Active Park Assist...................................172Adjusting the Headlamps..........................231Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................232Vertical Aim Adjustment..................................231Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................67Airbag Disposal...............................................43Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................108Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............238AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................66Ambient Lighting............................................79Anti-Theft Alarm............................................66Arming the Alarm................................................66Disarming the Alarm...........................................66Appendices....................................................366Audible Warnings and Indicators.............92Automatic Transmission WarningChime...................................................................92Engine On Warning Chime................................92Headlamps On Warning Chime......................92Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................92Keyless Warning Alert ........................................92Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................92
Audio Control...................................................67Seek, Next or Previous.......................................68Audio System................................................283General Information.........................................283Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC.............................................................284Audio Unit - Vehicles With: PremiumAM/FM/CD.................................................286Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD..........................................................288Menu Structure..................................................289Autolamps.........................................................75Windshield Wiper ActivatedHeadlamps.........................................................75Automatic Climate Control......................108Temperature Control........................................109Automatic Engine Shutdown...................133Automatic Transmission.............................161Automatic Transmission...................................161Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................162If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................163Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................227Autowipers........................................................70Auxiliary Power Points................................126110 Volt AC Power Point...................................12612 Volt DC Power Point.....................................126Locations...............................................................126
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................228Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218Booster Seats..................................................22Types of Booster Seats......................................23Brake Fluid Check.........................................227Brakes...............................................................164General Information..........................................164Breaking-In......................................................192Bulb Specification Chart...........................237
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Cabin Air Filter..................................................111California Proposition 65..............................11
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Capacities and Specifications...............280Specifications.....................................................280Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................241Center Console..............................................128Changing a Bulb...........................................232Replacing Fog, Park and Direction IndicatorBulbs..................................................................234Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................232Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb...........236Replacing Reverse Lamp and Tail LampBulbs..................................................................235Replacing Tail, Brake and DirectionIndicator Bulbs...............................................234Replacing the Center High Mounted BrakeLamp Bulbs.....................................................236Changing a Fuse............................................217Fuses........................................................................217Changing the 12V Battery.........................228Changing the Engine Air Filter................238Air Cleaner Assembly Components...........238Installing the Engine Air FilterElement............................................................240Removing the Engine Air FilterElement............................................................239Changing the Wiper Blades.....................229Changing the Rear Window WiperBlade.................................................................230Changing the Windshield WiperBlades...............................................................230Service Position..................................................229Charging the High Voltage Battery........155Charge Port...........................................................158Charging.................................................................158Charging Equipment.........................................155Disconnecting the Charging Coupler..........160Locking the Charging Coupler.......................159Waiting to Charge...............................................159Checking MyKey System Status...............54MyKey Distance....................................................54Number of Admin Keys......................................54Number of MyKeys..............................................54Checking the Wiper Blades......................229Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................33Child Restraint Positioning.........................24Child Safety.......................................................15General Information.............................................15
Child Safety Locks..........................................25Left-Hand Side......................................................26Right-Hand Side...................................................26Cleaning Leather Seats.............................245Cleaning Products........................................241Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................245Cleaning the Engine....................................243Cleaning the Exterior...................................241Exterior Chrome Parts......................................242Exterior Plastic Parts........................................242Stripes or Graphics............................................242Underbody............................................................242Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................244Cleaning the Interior...................................244Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................243Clearing All MyKeys.......................................52Climate Control............................................108Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............199Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electricand Hybrid-Electric Vehicles EquippedWith High Voltage Batteries......................199Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................223Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42Creating a MyKey............................................52Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................52Cruise Control.................................................68Principle of Operation.......................................179Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................179Customer Assistance.................................202
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps..............................77Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................77Type 2 - Configurable..........................................77Digital Radio...................................................291HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................292Direction Indicators........................................78
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener.............121Gauges...............................................................85Left Information Display....................................85Right Information Display.................................87General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................44Intelligent Access.................................................44General Maintenance Information.......348Multi-point Inspection......................................351Owner Checks and Services.........................350Protecting Your Investment..........................348Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.........................348Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................348Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................205Getting the Services You Need...............202Away From Home..............................................202Global Opening................................................81Opening the Windows........................................81
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................165Hazard Warning Flashers..........................196Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps......................231Headlamp Exit Delay....................................76Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp..........................232Head Restraints..............................................113Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................114Heated Seats.................................................120Heated Windows and Mirrors....................111Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................111Heated Rear Window..........................................111HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................108High Voltage Battery Cut-OffSwitch............................................................160High Voltage Battery...................................153General Information..........................................153
Hill Start Assist..............................................165Switching the System On and Off...............166Using Hill Start Assist.......................................166Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................109Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................110General Hints.......................................................109Heating the Interior Quickly.............................110Recommended Settings for Cooling ..........110Recommended Settings for Heating...........110Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather..............................................................110Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................165Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions.....................................................140Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........................135Battery:...................................................................136Braking:...................................................................136Driving:....................................................................135Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy..............136Engine:....................................................................136EV+ Mode...............................................................137Starting:..................................................................135Stopping:................................................................135Transmission Operation:..................................135
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Ignition Switch...............................................129In California (U.S. Only)............................203Information Display Control......................69Multimedia Controls...........................................69Information Displays.....................................93General Information............................................93
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Information Messages.................................101AdvanceTrac®.....................................................102Alarm.......................................................................102Battery and Charging System (HighVoltage)............................................................102Doors.......................................................................103Fuel..........................................................................103Hill Start Assist....................................................103Keys and Intelligent Access............................104Maintenance........................................................105MyKey.....................................................................105Park Aid..................................................................106Park Brake.............................................................106Power Steering....................................................107Remote Start........................................................107Tire Pressure Monitoring System..................107Transmission........................................................107Installing Child Restraints............................16Child Seats...............................................................16Using Lap and Shoulder Belts..........................17Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH)............................................19Using Tether Straps..............................................21Instrument Cluster........................................85Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................76Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps......................76Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............76Interior Lamps.................................................78Front Interior Lamp..............................................78Front Interior Lamp - With PanoramaRoof......................................................................78Rear Interior Lamp...............................................79Interior Mirror...................................................83Auto-Dimming Mirror..........................................83Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................197Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................197Jump Starting......................................................198Preparing Your Vehicle......................................197Removing the Jumper Cables........................198
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Keyless Starting............................................129Ignition Modes.....................................................130
Keys and Remote Controls.........................44
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Lighting Control...............................................74Headlamp Flasher................................................75High Beams.............................................................74Lighting...............................................................74General Information............................................74Load Carrying.................................................182Load Limit.......................................................183Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer..................................................................183Locking and Unlocking.................................56Activating Intelligent Access ...........................57Autolock..................................................................59Battery Saver.........................................................60Illuminated Entry..................................................59Illuminated Exit.....................................................59Mechanical Key.....................................................57Opening a Rear Door from Inside...................57Power Door Locks................................................56Remote Control....................................................56Smart Unlocks For Integrated KeyheadTransmitter........................................................58Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys................................................................................58Locks...................................................................56Luggage Covers.............................................182Removing the Shade.........................................182
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Maintenance..................................................218General Information..........................................218Manual Liftgate..............................................60Closing the Liftgate..............................................61Opening the Liftgate..........................................60Manual Seats..................................................115Adjusting the Height of the Driver'sSeat......................................................................116Lumbar Adjustment (If Equipped)................117Moving the Seat Backward andForward..............................................................116Recline Adjustment............................................116Media Hub......................................................296Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................93
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MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors.................111See: Windows and Mirrors...............................80Mobile Communications Equipment.......12Motorcraft Parts............................................277MyKey Troubleshooting...............................54MyKey™..............................................................51Principle of Operation..........................................51
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........352Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™.........................352Normal Maintenance Intervals.....................352
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Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................222Opening and Closing the Hood...............218Closing the Hood................................................219Opening the Hood..............................................218Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................206Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual..........207Overhead Console........................................128
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Parking Aids....................................................170Principle of Operation.......................................170Parking Brake.................................................165Passive Anti-Theft System.........................65SecuriLock®...........................................................65PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................65Perchlorate.........................................................11Personal Safety System™..........................34How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?..................................................................34Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........137ECO Cruise............................................................139EV Modes...............................................................137Fuel Freshness.....................................................139Low Engine Use...................................................139Plug-in Power Mode and HybridMode...................................................................137Post-Crash Alert System...........................201
Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................56Power Liftgate..................................................61Hands-Free Feature............................................63Obstacle Detection.............................................63Opening and Closing the Liftgate...................61Setting the Liftgate Open Height...................63Stopping the Liftgate Movement...................62Power Seats.....................................................117Power Lumbar......................................................119Power Steering Fluid Check.....................227Power Windows.............................................80Accessory Delay.....................................................81Bounce-Back.........................................................80One-Touch Down................................................80One-Touch Up......................................................80Window Lock.........................................................80Protecting the Environment........................14
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Rear Parking Aid............................................170Rear Seat Armrest........................................120Rear Seats........................................................119Folding the Seatback ........................................119Unfolding the Seatback....................................119Rear Under Floor Storage..........................182Rear View Camera........................................176Using the Rear View Camera System.........176Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................176Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........72Rear Window Washer.........................................73Rear Window Wiper.............................................72Refueling..........................................................146Easy Fuel™ Capless Fuel System................146Easy Fuel™ Capless System - EnergiVehicles Only...................................................147Remote Control..............................................44Car Finder................................................................48Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................44Intelligent Access Key.........................................45Remote Start (If Equipped).............................48Replacing the Battery.........................................46Sounding a Panic Alarm....................................48Remote Start....................................................111Automatic Settings.............................................112Removing a Headlamp..............................232
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Using SYNC™ With Your MediaPlayer.............................................................325Accessing Your Play Menu.............................330Connecting Your Digital Media Player to theUSB Port...........................................................325Media Menu Features......................................328Media Voice Commands.................................327System Settings.................................................332What's Playing?.................................................326Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............302Accessing Features Through the PhoneMenu.................................................................306Accessing Your Phone Settings......................311Making a Call......................................................305Pairing a Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................302Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................303Phone Options during an Active Call.........305Phone Voice Commands................................303Receiving Calls...................................................305System Settings..................................................312Text Messaging..................................................309Using Traction Control................................167Switching the System Off................................167System Indicator Lights andMessages..........................................................167Using a Switch.....................................................167Using the Information DisplayControls.............................................................167Using Voice Recognition...........................299Initiating a Voice Session................................299System Interaction and Feedback.............300Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................205
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Vehicle Care....................................................241General Information..........................................241Vehicle Certification Label.......................279Vehicle Identification Number................278
Vehicle Storage............................................24612V Battery............................................................247Body........................................................................246Brakes.....................................................................247Cooling System...................................................247Engine....................................................................246Fuel System..........................................................247General..................................................................246Miscellaneous......................................................247Removing Vehicle From Storage..................247Tires.........................................................................247VentilationSee: Climate Control.........................................108VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............278Voice Control...................................................68
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