automatic transmission FORD FOCUS 2011 2.G Owner's Manual

Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor
or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a
comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s
your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. You’ll know what’s been checked, what’s okay,
as well as those things that may require future or immediate attention.
The multi-point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle
running great!
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top-up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an
underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window washer
❑Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.
❑Check battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air filter.
❑Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped.
❑Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
❑Inspect steering and linkage.
❑Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑Inspect clutch operation, if equipped.
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Miles (x 1,000)* 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75
Kilometers (x 1,000)* 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Months* 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
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)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system for strength, and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
* Whichever comes first
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Miles (x 1,000)* 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150
Kilometers (x 1,000)* 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Months* 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
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)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system for strength, and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
* Whichever comes first
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Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter
(if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand
Marquis and Town Car)
Every 105,000 miles
(168,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and
AWF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for
requirements.
Change manual transmission fluid
Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace timing belt (Fiesta).Failure to replace
timing belt can cause internal engine
damage.
1Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every
45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Inspect frequently, service as
required.– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
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Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect brake system.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if
equipped with grease fittings).
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and
Town Car).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
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Crown Victoria police interceptor & taxi, and Executive Series Town Car
equipped with engine idle hour meter
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect brake system.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if
equipped with grease fittings).
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or as indicated by
time/mileage calculation– Change engine oil and replace oil filter (see description
below).
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and
Town Car).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change interval– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel.
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AdvanceTrac ..............................178
Air cleaner filter ...............255, 258
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................110–111, 119, 121
and child safety seats ............112
description ..............111, 119, 121
disposal ....................................125
driver airbag ............112, 120, 122
indicator light .................118, 124
operation .................112, 120, 122
passenger airbag .....112, 120, 122
side airbag ...............................119
Ambient mood/lighting ...............50
AM/FM .........................................25
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................177
Anti-theft system ..................83, 86
arming the system ....................86
disarming a triggered
system .......................................87
triggering ...................................87
Audio system (see Radio) .........25
Automatic transmission ............184
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................184
fluid, adding ............................252
fluid, checking ........................252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specification ..................259
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary power point .................59Axle
refill capacities ........................259
B
Battery .......................................233
acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....206
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...258
servicing ..................................233
Belt-Minder.............................106
Booster seats .............................140
Brakes ................................176–177
anti-lock ...................................177
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specifications .................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
parking ....................................178
shift interlock ..........................183
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................50
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....259
CD ................................................25
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................199
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether
straps .......................................138
in front seat ....................129, 133
in rear seat ......................129, 133
LATCH .....................................135
recommendations ...................127
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Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................140
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............220
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................223
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................219
waxing .....................................219
wheels ......................................220
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................25
Clutch
fluid ..........................................252
operation while driving ..........187
recommended shift speeds ....188
Compass, electronic ....................57
calibration .................................58
set zone adjustment .................58
Console ........................................59
Controls
steering column ........................64
Coolant
checking and adding ..............235
refill capacities ................238, 259
specifications ..........................259
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................62
Customer Assistance ................190
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................269, 272
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................216
Getting roadside assistance ...190
Getting the service
you need .................................211Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................217
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................215
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................47
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................252
engine oil .................................231
Driving under special
conditions ..................................187
through water .........................189
E
Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................206
Emergency Flashers .................191
Emission control system ..........249
Engine ................................262–263
cleaning ...................................220
coolant .....................................235
fail-safe cooling .......................239
idle speed control ...................233
lubrication specifications .......259
refill capacities ........................259
service points ..................229–230
starting after a collision .........192
Engine block heater .................174
Engine fan .................................229
Engine oil ..................................231
checking and adding ..............231
dipstick ....................................231
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