wiper blades FORD E SERIES 2017 4.G Owners Manual
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Hazard Warning Flashers...........................114
Fuel Shutoff
.....................................................114
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................115
Transporting the Vehicle.............................117
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
.................118
In California (U.S. Only)..............................119
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
......................120
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................121
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................121
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................122
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................123
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................123
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................125
Changing a Fuse
............................................132
Maintenance
General Information....................................134
Opening and Closing the Hood
...............134
Under Hood Overview................................135
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................136
Engine Oil Check
...........................................136
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................136
Engine Coolant Check.................................137
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................141
Brake Fluid Check.........................................144
Power Steering Fluid Check
.....................144
Washer Fluid Check.....................................145
Changing the 12V Battery..........................145
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................147
Changing the Wiper Blades......................147 Adjusting the Headlamps..........................147
Removing a Headlamp
..............................150
Changing a Bulb
.............................................151
Bulb Specification Chart............................153
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................155
Vehicle Care
General Information
....................................156
Cleaning Products
........................................156
Cleaning the Exterior
...................................157
Waxing..............................................................158
Cleaning the Engine....................................158
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................159
Cleaning the Interior....................................159
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................160
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................160
Repairing Minor Paint Damage................161
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.........................161
Vehicle Storage
..............................................161
Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................164
Tire Care...........................................................165
Using Snow Chains......................................183
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........184
Changing a Road Wheel............................187
Technical Specifications
.............................191
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications - 6.2L
.....................192
Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................192
Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L...............................193
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L
..............................194
Vehicle Identification Number.................195
Vehicle Certification Label
........................196
Transmission Code Designation.............196
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L.....197
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:
Fully defrost the windshield before
switching on the windshield wipers.
Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are
switched off before entering a car wash.
Note: Clean the windshield and wiper
blades if they begin to leave streaks or
smears. If that doesn't resolve the issue,
install new wiper blades. See Changing
the Wiper Blades (page 147).
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield. Rotate the end of the control:
•
away from you to increase the wiper
speed.
• toward you to decrease the wiper
speed.
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washer before wiping a dry
windshield.
Note: Do not operate the washers when
the washer reservoir is empty. This may
cause the washer pump to overheat. Press the end of the stalk to activate the
washer.
•
A brief press causes a single wipe
without washer fluid.
• A quick press and hold causes the
wipers to swipe three times with
washer fluid.
• A long press and hold will activate the
wipers and washer fluid for up to 10
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Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 197).
To top up the power steering fluid level do
the following.
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Make sure the fluid is within the
MIN
and MAX range.
3. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to be within the
MIN and MAX range. Do not
overfill.
4. While the engine idles, turn the steering
wheel left and right several times.
5. Recheck the fluid level in the reservoir.
Note: Do not operate the vehicle with a low
power steering pump fluid level.
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 192).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system. CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
This vehicle may be fitted with more
than one battery, removal of cable
from only one battery does not
disconnect the vehicle electrical system.
Be sure to disconnect cables from all
batteries when disconnecting power.
Failure to do so may cause serious
personal injury or property damage. Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury
and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or
with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling. Note:
If your vehicle battery has a cover,
make sure it is reinstalled after the battery
has been cleaned or replaced.
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CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
You can manually move the wiper arms
when the ignition is off. This allows for ease
of blade replacement and cleaning under
the blades.
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass. 2. Release the wiper blade lock (A) and
separate the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.
3. Install in the reverse order.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place. Lower the wiper arm and blade
back on the windshield. The wiper arms will
automatically return to their normal position
when you turn the ignition on.
• Replace wiper blades at least once per
year for optimum performance.
• You can improve poor wiper quality by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
We properly aim the headlamps on your
vehicle at the assembly plant. If your
vehicle has been in an accident, have an
authorized dealed check the alignment of
your headlamps.
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•
Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner. When
cleaning the interior of the windshield,
avoid getting any glass cleaner on the
instrument panel or door panels. Wipe
any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.
• For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a
circular motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.
Note: Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines. CLEANING THE INTERIOR WARNINGS
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach
or dye on the vehicle
’s safety belts,
as these actions may weaken the
belt webbing. On vehicles equipped with
seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong
detergents. Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and
affect performance of the side airbag in a
collision. For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts
and seats equipped with side airbags:
•
Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
• If grease or tar is present on the
material, spot-clean the area first with
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose
Cleaner.
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate)
or the ring will set.
• Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect
the flame retardant abilities of the seat
materials.
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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH FORD
PROTECT.
Ford Protect (U.S. Only)
Ford Protect means peace of mind. It’
s the
extended service plan backed by Ford
Motor Company, and provides more
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty coverage.
Ford Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One trip to the Service Center could easily
exceed the price of your Ford Extended
Service Plan. With Ford Protect you
minimize your risk for unexpected repair
bills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four core Ford Protect with
different levels of coverage. Ask your
authorized dealer for details.
1. PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete it’ s probably easier to
list what’ s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items.
3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical components.
Ford Protect is honored by all authorized
Ford dealers in the U.S., Canada and
Mexico.
That means you get:
• Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership.
• Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts. Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer for
service, we
’ll give you a loaner to use for
the day.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, including bumper to bumper
warranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts.
• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.
• Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car
coverage or other transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Protect plan coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new
owner. Which should give you and your
potential buyer a little more peace of mind.
Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle
Ford Protect also offers a Premium
Maintenance Plan that covers all
scheduled maintenance, and selected
wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so
you never have to worry about the cost of
your vehicle ’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc.
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Check every six months
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.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Battery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamage
Engine air filter
Steering and linkage
Exhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Exterior lamps and hazard warning system
operation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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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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Using SYNC™ 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 SYNC™ 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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