Engine oil FORD TRANSIT CONNECT 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

When the oil change message appears in
the information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil
change within two weeks or 500 miles
(800 kilometers) of the message
appearing. Make sure you reset the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each oil
change. See Oil Change Indicator Reset
(page 190).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or 5000 miles (8000
kilometers) from your last oil change.
Never exceed one year or 10000 miles
(16000 kilometers) between oil change
intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle. Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. 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 and 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 and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - VEHICLES
BUILT FROM: 01-09-2014
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE
OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(5000-7999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer 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 half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, suspension, tie-rod ends.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine
Oil Check (page 189). Other maintenance items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant.2
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 3
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)
Replace accessory drive belt(s). 4
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the last
engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three
years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
4 If not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 kilometers).
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified, or within
3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of a
message indicating that an oil change is
required appears in the information display.
•
Example 1
: The oil change required
message comes on at 28751 miles
(46270 kilometers). Perform the
30000-mile (48000-kilometer)
automatic transmission fluid
replacement.
• Example 2
: The oil change required
message has not come on, but the
odometer reads 30000 miles (48000
kilometers) (for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at 25000 miles [40000 kilometers]).
Perform the engine air filter
replacement. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km) Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* This is an optional feature.
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.*
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine
Oil Check (page 189).
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Driver and Passenger Airbags...................39
Children and Airbags.......................................... 39
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 39
Driving Aids.....................................................140
Driving Hints...................................................160
Driving Through Water.................................161
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 69
E
Economical Driving
.....................................160
Emission Control System...........................123 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 124
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 125
End User License Agreement..................382 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 382
Engine Block Heater
......................................117
Using the Engine Block Heater........................ 117
Engine Coolant Check
................................190
Adding Engine Coolant...................................... 191
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 190
Recycled Engine Coolant................................. 192
Severe Climates.................................................. 192
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 59
Engine Oil Check
..........................................189
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 189
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L EcoBoost™
..................................................189
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.5L..........................189
Engine Specifications - 1.6L EcoBoost™.................................................246
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 246
Engine Specifications - 2.5L....................246 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 247Entertainment...............................................333
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 334
Bluetooth Audio................................................. 350
Browsing Device Content................................ 333
CD........................................................................\
.... 344
SD Card Slot and USB Port........................... 345
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 339
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 350
Essential Towing Checks
...........................155
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 156
Hitches.................................................................... 155
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft......................................................... 157
Safety Chains....................................................... 155
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 156
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 156
Trailer Towing Connector................................. 155
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 156
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options
..................................12
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................397 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............398
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 397
Exterior Mirrors
................................................76
Fold Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 76
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 76
F
Fastening the Safety Belts...........................31 Safety Belt Extension Assembly..................... 33
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 32
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy............31
Floor Mats........................................................161
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 70
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Front Exterior Overview
................................13
Front Fog Lamps............................................70
Front Passenger Sensing System............40
Fuel and Refueling
........................................119
Fuel Consumption........................................123
Calculating Fuel Economy............................... 123
Filling the Tank..................................................... 123
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Mobile Communications Equipment.......12
Motorcraft Parts - 1.6L EcoBoost™..................................................247
Motorcraft Parts - 2.5L..............................248
MyFord Touch ™
............................................312
General Information........................................... 312
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................53
MyKey ™.............................................................49
Principle of Operation........................................ 49
N
Navigation........................................................371 cityseekr................................................................. 372
Map Mode............................................................. 375
Navigation Map Updates................................. 377
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 377
Point of Interest (POI) Categories...............372
Quick-touch Buttons......................................... 377
Setting a Destination......................................... 371
Setting Your Navigation Preferences..........373
Normal Scheduled Maintenance - Vehicles Built From: 01-09-2014........402
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®......................... 402
Maintenance Intervals..................................... 403
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset
.......................190
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System.............................................................. 190
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check....................................... 189
Opening and Closing the Hood...............185 Closing the Hood................................................ 186
Opening the Hood.............................................. 185
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................172
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual...........172
Overhead Console
.........................................114
Rear Door Storage Compartment.................114
P
Parking Aid
......................................................134
Front and Rear Sensing System................... 136
Rear Sensing System........................................ 135Parking Aids....................................................134
Principle of Operation....................................... 134
Parking Brake
.................................................129
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................59 SecuriLock®........................................................... 59
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 59
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personalized Settings..................................88 Measure Units....................................................... 88
Switching Chimes Off........................................ 88
Personal Safety System ™
..........................37
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?................................................................... 37
Phone
................................................................351
Making Calls........................................................ 353
Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................352
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time................................................................... 352
Phone Menu Options....................................... 354
Phone Settings................................................... 356
Phone Voice Commands................................ 357
Receiving Calls.................................................... 353
Text Messaging................................................... 355
Post-Crash Alert System...........................167
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 54
Power Seats
...................................................106
Power Steering Fluid Check......................192
Power Windows - Vehicles With: One-Touch Down Driver Window..........73
Accessory Delay.................................................... 73
One-Touch Down................................................. 73
Power Windows - Vehicles With: Rear Power Windows ..........................................73
Accessory Delay.................................................... 75
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 74
One-Touch Down................................................. 74
One-Touch Up....................................................... 74
Window Lock.......................................................... 74
R
Rear Exterior Overview..................................14
Rear Passenger Climate Controls...........101
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................112
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................80
Airbag - Front........................................................ 80
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 80
Battery..................................................................... 80
Brake System........................................................ 80
Cruise Control....................................................... 80
Direction Indicator................................................ 81
Engine Oil................................................................. 81
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 81
Fog Lamps - Front................................................ 81
High Beam............................................................... 81
Information.............................................................. 81
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 81
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 81
Parking Lamps....................................................... 81
Service Engine Soon........................................... 82
Traction and Stability Control......................... 82
Traction and Stability Control Off.................82
Washer Fluid Check.....................................192
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.................................211
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 64
Waxing..............................................................212
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 239
Wheels and Tires..........................................218
General Information.......................................... 218
Technical Specifications................................. 244
Windows and Mirrors
....................................73
Windshield Washers.....................................65
Windshield Wipers
........................................64
Intermittent Wipe................................................ 64
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 64
Winter Tires See: Using Winter Tires................................... 234
Wipers and Washers.....................................64
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