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Maintenance 193
General information...................................193
Opening and closing the hood............................194
Under hood overview..................................195
Engine oil dipstick....................................196
Engine oil check......................................196
Engine coolant check..................................197
Automatic transmission fluid check........................201
Brake fluid check.....................................208
Power steering fluid check..............................208
Fuel filter...........................................208
Washer fluid check....................................209
Changing the vehicle battery.............................209
Checking the wiper blades..............................212
Changing the wiper blades..............................212
Air filter(s).........................................213
Adjusting the headlamps................................214
Changing a bulb......................................217
Removing a headlamp..................................217
Vehicle Care 224
Cleaning products.....................................224
Cleaning the exterior..................................224
Waxing.............................................226
Repairing minor paint damage............................226
Cleaning the engine...................................226
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................227
Cleaning the interior...................................228
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......228
Cleaning leather seats..................................229
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................230
Vehiclestorage.......................................230
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
A. MIN
B. MAX
ENGINE OIL CHECK
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. See the
Under Hood Overviewin this chapter for location of dipstick.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.
If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes or between the MIN
and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable.
DO NOT ADD OIL.
If the oil level is below the lower hole or the MIN mark, add enough oil
to raise the level within the lower and upper holes or within the
MIN-MAX range.
Oil levels above the upper hole or the MAX mark may cause engine
damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized
dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
AB
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Adding Engine Oil
Note:Do not remove the engine oil level dipstick or the filler cap when
the engine is running.
Note:Do not add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Oil levels above
the MAX mark may cause engine damage.
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the
American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this
trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricants
Specification Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers.
1. Check the engine oil level.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add engine oil
that meets Ford specifications. SeeCapacities and Specificationsfor
more information. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to
pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inScheduled Maintenance Information.
Note:Make sure that the level is at the FULL COLD level or within the
COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the
COLD FILL RANGE.
If the level is below the COLD FILL RANGE, add coolant immediately.
SeeAdding Engine Coolantin this chapter.
The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50%, which equates
to a freeze point between -34°F (-37°C).
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number / Ford
specification
A/C Refrigerant
12
Without auxiliary A/C:
1.87 lb (0.85kg).
With auxiliary A/C:
3.37 lb (1.53kg)Motorcraft R–134a
RefrigerantYN-19 (US),
CYN-16–R (Canada) /
WSH-M17B19–A
A/C Refrigerant
Compressor Oil
12
Without auxiliary A/C:
8floz
With auxiliary A/C:
10 fl oz (295.7ml)Motorcraft PAG
Refrigerant Compressor
OilYN-12–D
WSH-M17B19–A
1Ford recommends using Motorcraft (Ford) DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent
meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 or ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may
cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford performance standards. Keep brake fluid
clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in
brake system damage and possible failure.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.3Your engine has been designed to use Motorcraft engine oils or equivalent oils that meet Ford
specifications. It is also acceptable to use an engine oil of recommended viscosity grade that meets
API SN requirements and displays the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines.4Do not use supplemental engine oil additives in your engine. They are unnecessary and could lead to
engine damage that is not covered by your Ford warranty.5Do not use API S category oils labeled as SN, SM, SL or lower category unless the label also display
the API certification mark. These oils do not meet the requirements of the engine and emission
systems.6Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other
than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.7See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
Capacities and Specifications277
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brake warning light ................128
fluid, checking and adding ....207
fluid, refill capacities ..............272
fluid, specifications .................272
lubricant specifications ..........272
parking ....................................129
shift interlock ..........................125
trailer ...............................156–157
C
Capacities for refilling
fluids ..........................................272
CD ......................................290–291
CD player ..................................288
CD voice
commands .................370, 372–373
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................260
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................38
LATCH .......................................28
tether anchorage hardware .....33
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........351
Cleaning your vehicle ...............224
engine compartment ..............226
instrument panel ....................228
interior .....................................228
plastic parts ............................225
washing ....................................224
waxing .....................................226
wheels ......................................230
wiper blades ............................227
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .................................90–91Clock ..................................290–291
Coolant ......................................197
checking and adding ..............197
refill capacities ........................272
specifications ..........................272
Creating a playlist .....................375
Cruise control ...........................140
Customer Assistance ................171
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................285
Getting roadside
assistance ................................171
Getting the service you
need .........................................177
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................183
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................181
Customizing your home
screen ........................................349
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................68
Defrost ...................................90–91
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................201
engine oil .................................196
Drivebelt ....................................271
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................207
Driving under special
conditions ..................................126
through water .........................168
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Electronic message center .........82
Electronic stability control ......133
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................174
running out of fuel .................114
Emergency Flashers .................173
Emission control system ..........117
End user license agreement ....402
Engine ................................270–271
cleaning ...................................226
coolant .....................................197
fail-safe cooling .......................200
lubrication specifications .......272
refill capacities ........................272
service points ..........................196
Engine block heater .................109
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............196
dipstick ....................................196
filter, specifications ................279
refill capacities ........................272
specifications ..........................272
Event data recording ..................11
Exhaust fumes ..........................108
F
Fail safe cooling ........................200
Floor mats .................................169
Fluid capacities .........................272
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................165Fuel
cap ...........................................115
capacity ...................................272
choosing the right fuel ...112–113
filler funnel .............................114
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................................115
filter, specifications ................208
fuel pump shut-off ..................173
octane rating ...........113, 270–271
quality ......................................112
running out of fuel .................114
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................111
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................113
Fuses ..........................185–186, 190
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............115
Gauges .........................................76
H
Hazard flashers .........................173
HD Radio™ ...............................359
Headlamps ...................................67
aiming ..............................214–215
bulb specifications ..................223
checking alignment ........214–215
daytime running lights .............68
flash to pass ..............................67
high beam .................................67
replacing bulbs .......................217
turning on and off ....................67
Head restraints ...........................95
Heating ..................................90–91
Hood ..........................................194
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