engine coolant FORD E SERIES 2018 Owner's Manual

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.
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.
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Scheduled Maintenance

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 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
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Other Maintenance Items
Change engine coolant.1Every 105,000 mi(168,000 km)Inspect accessory drive belt(s).2
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Change automatic transmission filter.
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within thelast 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealedbearings are used.
1 Initial replacement at six years or 105,000 mi (168,000 km), then every three years or45,000 mi (72,000 km).2 If not replaced, inspect every 15,000 mi (24,000 km).
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Changing a Fuse............................................137Fuses........................................................................137Changing a Road Wheel............................189Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation......................................................189Tire Change Procedure....................................190Changing the 12V Battery...........................151Dual Batteries.......................................................152Reconnecting the Battery.................................151Changing the Engine Air Filter.................158Changing the Wiper Blades......................152Checking the Wiper Blades.......................152Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................28Child Restraint Positioning..........................22Child Safety.......................................................15General Information.............................................15Cleaning Products........................................159Materials................................................................159Cleaning the Engine......................................161Cleaning the Exterior...................................159Cleaning the Headlamps................................160Exterior Chrome Parts......................................160Exterior Plastic Parts.........................................160Stripes or Graphics............................................160Underbody............................................................160Under Hood..........................................................160Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens..........................162Cleaning the Interior....................................162Cleaning the Wheels...................................163Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades.............................................................161Climate Control..............................................64Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check.............................142Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........36Cruise Control..................................................45Principle of Operation........................................95Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control.................................95Customer Assistance..................................122
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Data Recording..................................................7Event Data Recording...........................................8Service Data Recording.........................................7
Daytime Running Lamps............................48Digital Radio...................................................213HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting.............................................214Direction Indicators.......................................48Doors and Locks.............................................40Driver and Passenger Airbags.....................31Children and Airbags...........................................35Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ...........31Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................35Driving Aids......................................................96Driving Hints....................................................114Driving Through Water.................................115DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................48
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Economical Driving.......................................114Electromagnetic Compatibility..............288Emission Law...................................................82Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance...........83Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem................................................................82End User License Agreement.................290SYNC End User License Agreement(EULA).............................................................290Engine Block Heater......................................75Using the Engine Block Heater........................75Engine Coolant Check.................................142Adding Coolant....................................................143Coolant Change..................................................145Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................146Fail-Safe Cooling................................................145Recycled Coolant...............................................144Severe Climates..................................................144Engine Emission Control.............................82Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................43Engine Oil Check............................................141Adding Engine Oil................................................141Engine Oil Dipstick........................................141Engine Specifications - 6.2L.....................194Drivebelt Routing................................................194
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Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................194Drivebelt Routing................................................195Environment......................................................13Essential Towing Checks...........................107Before Towing a Trailer.......................................111Hitches...................................................................108Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)..........................................112Safety Chains......................................................108Trailer Brakes.......................................................108Trailer Lamps..........................................................111Trailer Towing Connector.................................107When Towing a Trailer........................................112Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording...............................................7Exterior Mirrors................................................49Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................49Power Exterior Mirrors........................................49Telescoping Mirrors ............................................50
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................26Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................26Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................26Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................189Floor Mats.........................................................115Ford Credit...........................................................9US Only.......................................................................9Ford Protect..................................................268Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)..........................................269Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................268Fuel and Refueling.........................................76Fuel Consumption.........................................80Fuel Economy.......................................................80Fuel Quality - E85..........................................76Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex FuelVehicles...............................................................76Switching Between E85 and Gasoline.........77Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................78Choosing the Right Fuel.....................................78Fuel Shutoff.....................................................118Fuses.................................................................129Fuse Specification Chart...........................129Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........134
Power Distribution Box.....................................129
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Gauges................................................................51Battery Voltage Gauge.......................................52Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............52Fuel Gauge...............................................................51Information Display.............................................52GearboxSee: Transmission...............................................86General Information on RadioFrequencies....................................................37General Maintenance Information........270Multi-point Inspection......................................272Owner Checks and Services...........................271Protecting Your Investment...........................270Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................270Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................270Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada..........................................................125Getting the Services You Need................122Away From Home...............................................122
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake................................................91Hazard Flashers.............................................118Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps......................153Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp...........................154HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................68Head Restraints..............................................68HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................64Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate............................................................65Defogging the Side Windows in ColdWeather..............................................................66General Hints.........................................................65Quickly Cooling the Interior..............................66Quickly Heating the Interior.............................66Recommended Settings for Cooling............66Recommended Settings for Heating...........66
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Under Hood Overview................................139USB Port..........................................................218Using Cruise Control.....................................95Switching Cruise Control Off...........................95Switching Cruise Control On............................95Using Snow Chains......................................185Using SYNC™ With Your MediaPlayer............................................................246Accessing Your Play Menu...............................251Connecting Your Digital Media Player to theUSB Port..........................................................246Media Menu Features......................................249Media Voice Commands................................248System Settings.................................................253What's Playing?.................................................248Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............224Accessing Features Through the PhoneMenu..................................................................228Accessing Your Phone Settings....................233Making a Call........................................................227Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................225Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time..............................................................................224Phone Options during an Active Call..........227Phone Voice Commands................................225Receiving Calls....................................................227System Settings.................................................234Text Messaging....................................................231Using Traction Control.................................92Switching the System Off ................................92System Indicator Lights andMessages............................................................92Using Voice Recognition.............................221Initiating a Voice Session.................................221System Interaction and Feedback..............222Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................125
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Vehicle Care....................................................159General Information..........................................159Vehicle Certification Label........................198Vehicle Identification Number.................197Vehicle Storage.............................................164Battery....................................................................164
Body........................................................................164Brakes.....................................................................165Cooling system....................................................164Engine.....................................................................164Fuel system..........................................................164General...................................................................164Miscellaneous......................................................165Removing Vehicle From Storage..................165Tires.........................................................................165VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................64VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number.............197Voice Control...................................................45
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................52Airbag Warning Lamp.........................................53Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp....................................................................53Anti-Theft System...............................................53Battery......................................................................53Brake System Warning Lamp..........................53Check Fuel Cap.....................................................53Cruise Control Indicator.....................................53Direction Indicator................................................53Engine Coolant Temperature WarningLamp....................................................................53Engine Oil................................................................54Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp......................54Headlamp High Beam Indicator.....................54Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp........................54Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp..................54Powertrain Malfunction/Electronic ThrottleControl.................................................................54Service Engine Soon...........................................54Tow Haul Indicator...............................................55Traction Control System...................................54Traction Control System Off............................55Washer Fluid Check.....................................150WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................159See: Wipers and Washers.................................46Waxing...............................................................161Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................189
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