automatic transmission FORD EXPEDITION 2023 Owner's Manual

When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme3,000–5,000 mi(5,000–8,000 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme 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 yourdealer 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.
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 ordrag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the oil change reminder after engine oil and filter changes.
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Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every Three Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every three years. Do not exceed the designated timefor 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 drivevehicles.
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the transfer case fluid - Four-wheeldrive vehicles.
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant.3Every 200,000 mi (320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 5,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter 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 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every 5 years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the messageappearing in the instrument cluster displayprompting you to change your oil.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has notcome on, but the odometer reads30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor wasreset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).Perform the engine air filterreplacement.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints (if equipped with greasefittings).Inspect frequently, serviceas 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.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
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Switching Automatic Engine Stop On andOff.......................................................................198What Is Automatic Engine Stop....................197Automatic High Beam Control.................121Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators..........................................................123Automatic High Beam ControlLimitations........................................................122Automatic High Beam ControlPrecautions......................................................122Automatic High Beam ControlRequirements..................................................122How Does Automatic High Beam ControlWork.....................................................................121Overriding Automatic High BeamControl...............................................................123Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off........................................................123Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.........................................124Automatic High Beam Control –Information Messages.................................124Automatic Locking Mode...........................50Disengaging Automatic Locking Mode.........51Engaging Automatic Locking Mode...............51What Is Automatic Locking Mode.................50When to Use Automatic LockingMode....................................................................50Automatic Return to Park (P)..................217Automatic Return to Park (P)Limitations.......................................................218How Does Automatic Return to Park (P)Work....................................................................217What Is Automatic Return to Park(P)........................................................................217Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................218Automatic Transmission............................213Automatic Return to Park (P)........................217Automatic Transmission Positions..............213Manually Shifting Gears...................................215Temporary Neutral Mode................................216Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators......................................................214Automatic Transmission Positions........213Drive (D).................................................................213Manual (M)...........................................................214Neutral (N)............................................................213
Park (P)..................................................................213Reverse (R)...........................................................213Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................213Auto Mode......................................................150Auto Mode Indicators.......................................150Switching Auto Mode On and Off................150Switching Dual Mode On and Off.................151Auto-Start-Stop..........................................202Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting..........203Auto-Start-Stop Indicators.....................202Auto-Start-Stop Precautions.................202Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting........................................203Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................204Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages.........................................................203Autounlock.......................................................82Autounlock Requirements................................82Switching Autounlock On and Off.................82What Is Autounlock.............................................82Autowipers.....................................................109Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor.................................................................110Autowipers Settings..........................................109What Are Autowipers.......................................109
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................420Blind Spot Assist...........................................314Blind Spot Assist Indicators............................315Blind Spot Assist Limitations.........................315How Does Blind Spot Assist Work...............314What Is Blind Spot Assist................................314Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage.......................................................315Blind Spot Assist with Trailer CoverageIndicators..........................................................316Blind Spot Assist with Trailer CoverageLimitations.......................................................316How Does Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage Work...............................................316What Is Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage...........................................................315
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