cooling FORD E SERIES 2017 4.G User Guide

Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled
coolant as an approved recycling process
is not yet available.
Dispose of used engine coolant in an
appropriate manner. Follow your
community
’s regulations and standards
for recycling and disposing of automotive
fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 192). Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the
coolant temperature gauge moves toward
the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest
in a safe location and seek immediate
repairs. When in fail-safe mode, your
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General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. •
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month 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.
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Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Other maintenance items
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (5-Speed
Transmission only). Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km) Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non-
sealed bearings are used.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 97500 miles (156000
km) Replace rear axle fluid. See Special Operating Condi-
tions Scheduled Maintenance (page 273).
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 63
About This Manual...........................................5
ABS See: Brakes............................................................. 88
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.................................................................. 88
Accessories....................................................263 Exterior Style....................................................... 263
Interior Style........................................................ 263
Lifestyle................................................................. 263
Peace of Mind..................................................... 263
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 10
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................147 Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
(Aerodynamic Headlamps)...................... 149
Vertical and Horizontal Aim Adjustment (Sealed Beam Headlamps)...................... 148
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................43
Airbag Disposal...............................................34
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 63
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............155
Appendices....................................................286
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............53 Fail-Safe Cooling Warning Chime.................. 53
Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 53
Key in Ignition Warning Chime......................... 53
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 53
Shift to Park Warning Chime........................... 54
Audio System...............................................206 General Information......................................... 206
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC.............................................................208
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/ FM...................................................................207
Automatic Transmission
.............................83
Brake-Shift Interlock........................................... 85
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................... 86
Understanding the Shift Positions of a 6– Speed Automatic Transmission..........84 Understanding the Shift Positions of the
5– Speed Automatic Transmission..........83
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
..............................................................141
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter...........144
Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid..................................................................... 141
Auxiliary Power Points
..................................70
110 Volt AC Power Point..................................... 70
12 Volt DC Power Point....................................... 70
Locations................................................................. 70
Auxiliary Switches.......................................264
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 145
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........134
Booster Seats...................................................19 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 20
Brake Fluid Check
.........................................144
Brakes................................................................88 General Information........................................... 88
Breaking-In......................................................110
Bulb Specification Chart............................153
C
California Proposition 65...............................9
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L..................................................................197
Specifications...................................................... 198
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L.................................................................201
Specifications..................................................... 202
Capacities and Specifications
.................192
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior................................ 157
Changing a Bulb
.............................................151
Lamp Assembly Condensation...................... 151
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp Bulbs (Cut-Away Only)............................... 153
Replacing Front Parking Lamp and Direction Indicator Bulbs................................................ 152
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)................................................ 151
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs......................... 152
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Changing a Fuse............................................132
Fuses........................................................................\
132
Changing a Road Wheel............................187 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information...................................................... 188
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 189
Changing the 12V Battery
..........................145
Dual Batteries...................................................... 146
Reconnecting the Battery............................... 146
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................155
Changing the Wiper Blades
......................147
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................147
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................27
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................21
Child Safety.......................................................14 General Information............................................. 14
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................160
Cleaning Products
........................................156
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.........................161
Cleaning the Engine....................................158
Cleaning the Exterior...................................157 Exterior Chrome Parts....................................... 157
Exterior Plastic Parts.......................................... 157
Stripes or Graphics............................................. 157
Underbody............................................................ 158
Under Hood.......................................................... 158
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................160
Cleaning the Interior....................................159
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
............................................................159
Climate Control..............................................63
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................. 137
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........34
Cruise Control
..................................................43
Principle of Operation........................................ 93
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 93
Customer Assistance
...................................118
D
Data Recording
..................................................7
Event Data Recording........................................... 8
Service Data Recording......................................... 7
Daytime Running Lamps
............................46 Digital Radio
...................................................210
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting.............................................. 211
Direction Indicators
.......................................46
Doors and Locks.............................................38
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................29 Children and Airbags........................................... 33
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........29
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 33
Driving Aids
......................................................94
Driving Hints....................................................110
Driving Through Water..................................111
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 46
E
Economical Driving.......................................110
Emission Control System...........................80 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................... 81
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing...................................................... 81
End User License Agreement.................286 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 286
Engine Block Heater......................................74 Using the Engine Block Heater........................ 74
Engine Coolant Check.................................137 Adding Coolant.................................................... 137
Coolant Change.................................................. 139
Engine Coolant Temperature Management
.................................................. 140
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 139
Recycled Coolant................................................ 139
Severe Climates.................................................. 139
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 41
Engine Oil Check
...........................................136
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 136
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................136
Engine Specifications - 6.2L.....................192 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 192
Engine Specifications - 6.8L
....................192
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 193
Environment......................................................13
Essential Towing Checks...........................102 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 107
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Hitches...................................................................
103
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 108
Safety Chains....................................................... 104
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 104
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 107
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 103
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 107
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................... 7
Exterior Mirrors.................................................47
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 47
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 47
Telescoping Mirrors ............................................ 48
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................24 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 25
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................24
Floor Mats
..........................................................111
Ford Credit...........................................................9
US Only....................................................................... 9
Ford Protect
..................................................266
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADA
ONLY)................................................................ 267
Ford Protect (U.S. Only)................................. 266
Fuel and Refueling.........................................75
Fuel Consumption.........................................79 Calculating Fuel Economy................................ 79
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................. 79
Fuel Quality - E85
..........................................76
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................... 76
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline.........77
Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................76 Choosing the Right Fuel..................................... 76
Fuel Shutoff
.....................................................114
Fuses.................................................................125
Fuse Specification Chart............................125 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........129
Power Distribution Box..................................... 125
G
Gauges...............................................................49 Battery Voltage Gauge....................................... 50
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............50 Fuel Gauge..............................................................
49
Information Display............................................. 50
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................35
General Maintenance Information
.......268
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 270
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 269
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 268
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 268
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 268
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................121
Getting the Services You Need
.................118
Away From Home................................................ 118
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................... 89
Hazard Warning Flashers
............................114
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 147
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 150
Head Restraints..............................................67
Heating See: Climate Control........................................... 63
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
............................................................65
Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................. 65
General Hints......................................................... 65
Heating the Interior Quickly.............................. 65
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel
and Footwell Positions................................. 66
Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........65
Recommended Settings for Heating............65
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 66
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures................................................... 65
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
.............................................................88
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........134
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Using SYNCâ„¢ With Your Media
Player............................................................244
Accessing Your Play Menu............................. 249
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 244
Media Menu Features....................................... 247
Media Voice Commands................................ 246
System Settings.................................................. 251
What's Playing?................................................. 245
Using SYNCâ„¢ With Your Phone.............221
Accessing Features Through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 225
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 230
Making a Call....................................................... 224
Pairing a Cell Phone for the First Time.................................................................... 221
Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................. 222
Phone Options during an Active Call.........224
Phone Voice Commands................................ 222
Receiving Calls.................................................... 224
System Settings.................................................. 231
Text Messaging................................................... 228
Using Traction Control.................................90 Switching the System Off ............................... 90
System Indicator Lights and Messages........................................................... 90
Using Voice Recognition............................218 Initiating a Voice Session................................. 218
System Interaction and Feedback...............219
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)...........................121
V
Vehicle Care
....................................................156
General Information.......................................... 156
Vehicle Certification Label........................196
Vehicle Identification Number.................195
Vehicle Storage..............................................161 Battery.................................................................... 162
Body........................................................................\
. 162
Brakes..................................................................... 162
Cooling system.................................................... 162
Engine..................................................................... 162
Fuel system........................................................... 162
General................................................................... 162
Miscellaneous...................................................... 163
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 163Tires........................................................................\
.
162
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 63
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............195
Voice Control
...................................................43
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................51 Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 51
Anti-Theft System................................................ 51
Battery....................................................................... 51
Brake System.......................................................... 51
Check Fuel Cap...................................................... 51
Cruise Control........................................................ 52
Direction Indicator................................................ 52
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 52
Engine Oil................................................................ 52
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 52
High Beam............................................................... 52
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 52
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 52
Powertrain Malfunction/Electronic Throttle Control................................................................. 52
Service Engine Soon............................................ 52
Traction Control System.................................... 53
Traction Control System Off............................ 53
Transmission Tow/Haul..................................... 53
Washer Fluid Check.....................................145
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior................................ 157
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 44
Waxing..............................................................158
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 187
Wheels and Tires..........................................164 General Information.......................................... 164
Technical Specifications................................... 191
Windows and Mirrors....................................47
Windshield Washers
.....................................44
Windshield Wipers........................................44
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades................... 147
Wipers and Washers.....................................44
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