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To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.
•2.5L I4 engine
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•3.5L V6 engine
If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer toAdding engine oilin
this chapter.
•Do not overfill the engine with
oil. Oil levels above this mark
may cause engine damage.If the
engine is overfilled, some oil must
be removed from the engine by an
authorized dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add
only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the
engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick.
4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water.
Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze
tester. The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD
level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir. If the
level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine
coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Improved freeze protection.
•Improved boiling protection .
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Proper function of calibrated gauges.
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / Ford
specification
Windshield washer
fluidFill as requiredMotorcraftPremium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate (US)
Premium Quality
Windshield Washer
Fluid (Canada)ZC-32-A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16-A2/- -
Fuel tank (FWD)17.5 gallons
(66.2L)——
Fuel tank (AWD)16.5 gallons
(62.4L)——
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.2Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission within 3/8 inch (10mm) of the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.5The power transfer unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube. Lubricant levels are not to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Replace power transfer unit
lubricant with specified synthetic lubricant anytime the unit is submerged in water.
See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling of the power transfer unit.
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....334
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................88
CD ................................................28
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................258
Child safety seats ......................166
attaching with tether straps ..172
in front seat ............................166
in rear seat ..............................166
LATCH .....................................170
recommendations ...................164
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................175
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............281
instrument panel ....................283
interior .....................................284
plastic parts ............................282
washing ....................................279
waxing .....................................280
wheels ......................................280
wiper blades ............................283
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......46, 49
Clock ............................................28
Clutch
fluid ..........................................322
operation while driving ..........229
recommended shift speeds ....229
Compass, electronic ....................75
calibration .................................76
set zone adjustment .................76
Console ........................................77
overhead ....................................75Controls
power seat ...............................122
steering column ........................85
Coolant
checking and adding ..............301
refill capacities ................305, 334
specifications ..........................334
Cross Traffic Alert ....................236
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................82
Cupholder(s) .............................131
Customer Assistance ................249
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................344, 347
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............275
Getting roadside assistance ...249
Getting the service you
need .........................................271
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................277
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................275
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................56
Defrost
windshield .................................49
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................322, 325
engine oil .................................294
Driving under special
conditions ..................228, 243, 245
sand .........................................244
snow and ice ...........................246
through water .................244, 248
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................266
running out of fuel .........265, 313
Emission control system ..........318
Engine ........................................338
cleaning ...................................281
coolant .....................................301
fail-safe cooling .......................306
idle speed control ...................299
lubrication specifications .......334
refill capacities ........................334
service points ..................290–292
starting after a collision .........250
Engine block heater .................212
Engine oil ..................................294
checking and adding ..............294
dipstick ....................................294
filter, specifications ........298, 333
recommendations ...................298
refill capacities ........................334
specifications ..........................334
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................212
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Fail safe cooling ........................306
Fleet MyKey programming ........96
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....307
Floor mats ...................................94
Fluid capacities .........................334
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................242
Fuel ............................................307calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 315
cap ...........................................310
capacity ...................................334
choosing the right fuel ...........311
detergent in fuel .....................313
filler funnel .............................313
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................307, 310, 315
filter, specifications ........307, 333
fuel pump shut-off ..................251
fuel pump shut-off switch .....250
improving fuel economy ........315
octane rating ...................312, 338
quality ......................................312
running out of fuel .........265, 313
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................307
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................307, 311–312
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......250
Fuses ..........................................252
G
Garage door opener ....................88
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............310
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................315
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................250
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................56
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side view mirrors (power) .......82
Moon roof ....................................86
Motorcraftparts ..............287, 333
MyKey ..........................................96
N
Navigation system .......................43
O
Octane rating ............................312
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................294
P
Parental MyKey programming ...96
Parking brake ............................215
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........333
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................132
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................255
Power door locks ......................101
Power mirrors .............................82
Power point .................................78
Power steering ..................219, 221
fluid, checking and adding ....321
fluid, refill capacity ................334
fluid, specifications .................334
Power Windows ...........................79
Power windows
opening using remote entry
system .....................................108
R
Radio ............................................28Rear-view camera system .........233
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................164
Relays ........................................252
Remote entry system ...............107
illuminated entry ............110–111
locking/unlocking
doors ................................107–108
opening the trunk ...................109
opening the windows .............108
panic alarm .............................108
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................109
replacing the batteries ...........109
Reverse sensing system ...........231
Roadside assistance ..................249
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........131, 136–138, 140
Safety Canopy ...........................155
Safety defects, reporting ..........278
Safety restraints ........131, 136–140
Belt-Minder...........................141
extension assembly ................139
for adults .........................136–138
for children .............................162
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................132
warning light and chime ........140
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................170
Safety seats for children ..........166
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................339
Satellite Radio .............................28
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