cooling FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC 2013 3.G User Guide

General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular maintenance to
protect against rust and damage.
Body
•Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and underside of front fenders.
See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax
to prevent discoloration. Rewax as necessary when the vehicle is
washed. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light
grade oil. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
Maintenance and Specifications341
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Value Shopping for Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Coolant change intervals
Initial change10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial changeEvery 5 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
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
Hinges/latches/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, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
At every 1 year or
10,000 miles
(16,000 km) service
interval
1
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)
Inspect cooling system level, strength and hoses
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 wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Every 20,000 miles
(32,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
At 10 years or
150,000 miles
(240,000 km)
2
Change coolant and coolant filter*
1Do not exceed 1 year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between
service intervals
2Initial replacement at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), then
every 5 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). The coolant must be
exchanged as indicated in the Ford Motor CompanyWorkshop
Manual.If not performed properly, damage could occur to the cooling
system components. Only use pre-mixed coolant that meets Ford
Motor Company specifications found in theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
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CD voice commands ...................73
Cell phone use ............................13
Changing a tire .........................291
Child safety seats ......................214
attaching with tether straps ..221
in front seat ............................215
in rear seat ..............................215
LATCH .....................................218
recommendations ...................212
Child safety seats -
booster seats .............................223
Cleaning the touchscreen ..........49
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............319
instrument panel ....................321
interior .....................................322
plastic parts ............................320
washing ....................................318
waxing .....................................319
wheels ......................................319
wiper blades ............................320
Climate voice commands .........111
Clock ............................................98
Console ......................................141
Controls
steering column ......................149
Coolant ......................................337
checking and adding ..............337
refill capacities ........................343
specifications ..........................343
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................146
Customer Assistance ................278
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................348, 350
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............315
Getting roadside assistance ...278Getting the service you
need .........................................310
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................316
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................314
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................130
Defrost .......................................123
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................340
Display settings ...........................98
Doors
central unlocking ....................159
Driving under special
conditions ..................................269
through water .........................277
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................123
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................303
End user license agreement ....361
Engine
cleaning ...................................319
service points ..........................325
Engine fan .................................325
Event data recording ..................11
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........324–325
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