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which case a tire of the same brand, size, load, speed and tread type will
be used. In some circumstances, Ford may authorize another brand
and/or model to substitute for the original brand and model, even if still
available.
Normal tire wear or damage is not reimbursable. See page 14 for details
of what is not covered.
Extended warranty coverage periods are available for certain
vehicle parts and conditions. Specifically,
(1) Your vehicle’s Powertrain components are covered for five years or
60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The extended coverage applies to
theEngine: all internal lubricated parts, cylinder block, cylinder heads,
electrical fuel pump, powertrain control module, engine mounts,
flywheel, injection pump, manifold (exhaust and intake), manifold bolts,
oil pan, oil pump, seals and gaskets, engine thermostat, engine
thermostat housing, timing chain cover, timing chain (gears or belt),
turbocharger/supercharger unit, valve covers, water pump;
Transmission: all internal parts, clutch cover, seals and gaskets, torque
converter, transfer case (including all internal parts), transmission case,
transmission mounts; single-speed gearbox (for The Focus Electric);
Front-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, front bearings seals and gaskets,
universal and constant velocity joints; Rear-Wheel Drive:axle shafts,
bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive axle housing
(including all internal parts), drive shaft, retainers, supports, seals and
gaskets, universal and constant velocity joints. Four-wheel/All-Wheel
Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing,
drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts),
hubs-automatic front locking (four-wheel drive), locking rings
(four-wheel drive), seals and gaskets, universal and constant velocity
joints.
(2) Your vehicle’s safety belts and air bag Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) are covered for an extended Safety Restraint Coverage Period,
which lasts for five years or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
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Damage Caused by Use and/or the Environment
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface rust,
deterioration and damage of paint, trim, upholstery, and other
appearance items that result from use and/or exposure to the elements.
You, as the owner, are responsible for these items. Some examples are:
•dings, dents
• cuts, burns, punctures or tears
• road salt
• tree sap, bird and bee droppings
• windstorm, lightening, hail
• earthquake
• freezing, water or flood
• stone chips, scratches (some examples are on paint and glass)
• windshield stress cracks. However, limited coverage on windshield
stress cracks will be provided for the first 12 months or 12,000 miles
(whichever occurs first), even though caused by use and/or exposure
to the elements.
Maintenance/Wear
The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor
needed to maintain the vehicle; and (2) the replacement of parts due to
normal wear and tear. You, as the owner, are responsible for these items.
See your Owner’s Manual. Some examples of maintenance and normal
wear are:
• oil changes
• oils, lubricants, other fluids
• oil/air filters
• tire rotation/inflation
• cleaning/polishing •
clutch linings
• wiper blades*
• wheel alignments and tire
balancing*
• brake pad/lining*
* Ford will replace or adjust certain maintenance items when necessary.
free of charge during a limited period:
• Wiper blade replacements will be provided during the first six months
in service, regardless of miles driven
• Wheel alignments and tire balancing will be provided during the first
12 months or 12,000 miles in service, whichever occurs first.
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8. Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE
You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by
purchasing a Ford Protect Extended Service Plan (Ford Protect ESP).
Ford Protect ESP service contracts are backed by Ford Motor Company
or subsidiaries of Ford Motor Company (examples are but not limited to:
Ford Motor Service Company or the American Road Insurance
Company). Ford Protect plans provide up to 8 years and 150,000 miles
of coverage.
They provide:
•benefits during the warranty period, depending on the plan you
purchase can be: reimbursement for a rental vehicle, protecting
against tire and wheel road hazard damage, coverage for certain
maintenance and wear items, lost key replacement, other plans are
available;
• protection against covered repair costs and continuing Roadside
Service Assistance benefits after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty
expires.
You may purchase Ford Protect ESP from any Ford Motor Company
dealer or see our website at Ford-ESP.com. There are several Ford
Protect ESP plans available in various time, distance and deductible
combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving and vehicle
ownership needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental.
When you purchase Ford Protect ESP, you receive peace-of-mind
protection throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, provided
by a network of more than 4,600 Ford Motor Company dealers.
NOTE: Repairs performed outside the United States, Canada, Mexico,
Guam or Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, American Samoa and District of
Columbia are not eligible for Ford Protect ESP coverage.
This information is subject to change. Ask your dealer for complete
details about Ford Protect ESP coverage.
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