maintenance schedule FORD EXPEDITION 2021 Owner's Manual

When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(5,000–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection - recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level - vehicles with dipstick. Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for
the interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer. Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every 20,000 mi (32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi (160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt(s). 2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every
150,000 mi (240,000 km) Change the front axle fluid - Four-wheel drive
vehicles.
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the transfer case fluid - Four-wheel
drive vehicles.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant. 3
Every 200,000 mi (320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
3 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
of the message
appearing in the information display
prompting you to change your oil.
• Example 1: The message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km)
. Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message has not
come on, but the odometer reads
30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,
the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was
reset at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)).
Perform the engine air filter
replacement. Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with grease
fittings).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Replace spark plugs.
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace cabin air filter.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Replace spark plugs.Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Off-road Operation
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel
drive vehicles) fluid changes or level
checks are not required unless a leak is
suspected or the assembly has been
submerged in water. Contact an authorized
dealer for service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km). If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1,800 mi (2,900 km)
.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
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Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer................................................................. 279
Locating the Cabin Air Filter.....................156
Locating the Power Outlet........................178
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
..........................................................180
Locking and Unlocking.................................73 Activating Intelligent Access............................ 74
Autolock................................................................... 75
Battery Saver.......................................................... 76
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 76
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade............................................................ 75
Power Door Locks................................................. 73
Remote Control..................................................... 73
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter......................................................... 75
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys....................................................................... 75
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
M
Maintenance..................................................335 General Information......................................... 335
Manual Climate Control............................146 Directing the Airflow.......................................... 146
Locking the Rear Climate Control.................147
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 146
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed........147
Setting the Rear Temperature........................ 147
Setting the Temperature................................. 146
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off............................................................... 147
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 146
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
147
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
147
Manual Liftgate
..............................................80
Closing the Liftgate.............................................. 81Opening the Liftgate..........................................
80
Manual Seats..................................................161 Manual Lumbar ................................................... 161
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 161
Recline Adjustment............................................ 161
Memory Function
.........................................164
Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................ 165
Linking a PreSet Position to your Remote Control or Intelligent Access Key
Fob...................................................................... 164
Saving a PreSet Position................................. 164
Message Center See: Information Displays................................ 119
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors.............................. 105
Mobile Communications Equipment.......17
Moonroof.........................................................109 Bounce-Back....................................................... 109
Opening and Closing the Moonroof............109
Motorcraft Parts..........................................390
MyKey – Troubleshooting.............................71
MyKey ™
............................................................68
Principle of Operation........................................ 68
N
Navigation.......................................................457 Changing the Format of the Map................459
cityseeker.............................................................. 461
Michelin Travel Guide....................................... 462
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................ 462
Route Guidance................................................. 459
Setting a Destination....................................... 458
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 462
Zoom
...................................................................... 459
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........486 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor............................ 486
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 487
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Oil Change Indicator Reset
......................338
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check....................................... 337
Opening and Closing the Hood..............335
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Rear Passenger Climate Controls -
Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature
Control...........................................................152
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents................................................................... 152
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air Vents................................................................... 152
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........152
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed................................................................. 153
Setting the Rear Temperature....................... 153
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off........................................................................\
153
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
153
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
153
Rear Passenger Climate Controls - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control...........................................................153
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents................................................................... 153
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air Vents.................................................................. 154
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........154
Setting the Rear Blower Motor Speed................................................................. 154
Setting the Rear Temperature....................... 154
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 154
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off....................................................................... 154
Rear Seats.......................................................165
Adjusting the Manual Second Row
Outermost Seats for Easy Entry..............166
Adjusting the Second Row Center Seat.................................................................... 168
Adjusting the Second Row Outermost Seats for Easy Exit......................................... 167
Folding the Power Rear Seats....................... 168
Folding the Second Row Center Seat ........................................................................\
....... 167
Folding the Second Row Outermost Seats ........................................................................\
...... 165
Reclining the Second Row Outermost Seat Backrest............................................................. 167Rear Under Floor Storage.........................275
Advanced System: Forward Divider, Cargo
Shelf and Rear Barrier (Bulkhead
Position)........................................................... 276
Cargo Management System.......................... 275
Rear View Camera......................................240 Camera Guidelines............................................. 241
Manual Zoom...................................................... 242
Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 242
Rear Camera Delay........................................... 242
Using the Rear View Camera System.............................................................. 240
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................. 240
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........97 Rear Window Washer......................................... 97
Rear Window Wiper Blade................................ 97
Recommended Towing Weights...........296
Reduced Engine Performance...............309
Refueling..........................................................195 Refueling System Overview........................... 195
Refueling System Warning.............................. 197
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 195
Remote Control
..............................................60
Car Finder................................................................ 65
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 60
Intelligent Access Key.......................................... 61
Remote Start......................................................... 65
Replacing the Battery......................................... 62
Sounding the Panic Alarm................................ 65
Using the Key Blade............................................ 62
Remote Start
..................................................155
Automatic Settings............................................ 155
Heated and Cooled Features......................... 155
Last Settings......................................................... 155
Removing a Headlamp.............................350
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............358
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................16
Collision Repairs.................................................... 16
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................. 16
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................... 16
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................67
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................156
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................323
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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only)..............................................................323
Resuming the Set Speed..........................247
Roadside Assistance...................................312
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 313
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 312
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 312
Roadside Emergencies
...............................312
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................278
Adjusting the Crossbar.................................... 279
Maximum Recommended Load Amounts........................................................... 278
Running-In See: Breaking-In.................................................. 310
Running Out of Fuel....................................193 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 194
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 193
S
Safety Canopy ™
............................................55
Safety Precautions.......................................192
Satellite Radio...............................................415 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................. 416
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............415
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service.................. 415
Troubleshooting.................................................. 416
Scheduled Maintenance..........................483
Seatbelt Extensions
.......................................47
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.....................44
Seatbelt Reminder........................................45 Front Seats............................................................. 45
Seatbelt Monitor.................................................. 46
Seatbelt Status..................................................... 46
Seatbelts...........................................................39 Principle of Operation........................................ 39
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................45
Conditions of operation..................................... 45
Seats..................................................................157
Security..............................................................85
Settings...........................................................465 911 Assist............................................................... 465Ambient Lighting...............................................
466
Audio...................................................................... 465
Automatic Updates.......................................... 465
Bluetooth.............................................................. 465
Charge Settings................................................. 466
Clock...................................................................... 465
Display................................................................... 466
Driver Assist......................................................... 465
FordPass............................................................... 465
General.................................................................. 465
Message Center................................................. 466
Mobile Apps........................................................ 465
Multi Contour Seats......................................... 466
Navigation............................................................ 466
Personal Profiles............................................... 466
Phone..................................................................... 465
Seats...................................................................... 466
Sound.................................................................... 465
Valet Mode.......................................................... 466
Vehicle................................................................... 465
Voice Control...................................................... 466
Setting the Cruise Control Speed.........246 Changing the Set Speed................................. 246
Side Airbags
.....................................................54
Side Sensing System..................................232
Object Distance Indicator............................... 233
Sitting in the Correct Position..................157
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 377
Spare Wheel See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
Special Notices
................................................16
New Vehicle Limited Warranty........................ 16
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles......................................... 17
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................ 17
Special Instructions............................................. 16
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............17
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............17
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................489
Exceptions............................................................. 491
Speed Control See: Cruise Control........................................... 246
Stability Control
...........................................224
Principle of Operation...................................... 224
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