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Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the
Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates. Contact
your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your
vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the
fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. Your fuel economy may
vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if the service engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer to the On board
diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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POWER STEERING FLUID (EXCEPT ECOBOOST ENGINE)
Refer toscheduled maintenance information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper
fluid type.
BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the MIN and
MAX lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic
during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before
checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. (For vehicles with the
EcoBoost engine, move the air filter assembly aside to access the
transmission dipstick. SeeChanging the air filter elementfor more
information).
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated areas for normal operating temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
dipstick.
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 180°F-200°F (82°C-93°C) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles
(30 km) of driving.
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Items CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Power steering fluid
(except EcoBoost
engine)Between MAX and
MIN on reservoirMotorcraft

MERCON
VATFXT-5-QM /
MERCON
V
Fuel tank18.6 gallons
(70.4L)——
Windshield washer fluidTop- off fluid as
neededMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
1Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.2Automatic transmissions that require MERCON
LV should only use MERCON
LV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid
other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.3Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.4Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A or WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification
mark.5See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location
3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
Accessing the help screen .........51
Accessing the music in your
jukebox ........................................47
Accessing your calendar ............51
Accessory delay ........................119
Active Park Assist .....................305
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........124
AdvanceTrac ..............................287
Air cleaner filter ...............409–411
Air conditioning ..........................89
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................211, 220, 222
and child safety seats ............213
description ..............211, 220, 222
disposal ....................................225
driver airbag ............213, 220, 223
indicator light .................219, 225
operation .................213, 220, 223
passenger airbag .....213, 220, 223
side airbag ...............................220
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................318
Ambient mood/lighting .............105
AM/FM .........................................41
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................388
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................286
Anti-theft system ..............165, 173
arming the system ..................174
disarming a triggered
system .....................................175
triggering .................................175
Audio system (see Radio) .........32Automatic transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............412
fluid, specification ..................412
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................296
fluid, adding ............................408
fluid, checking ........................408
Selectshift (SST) ....................298
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....59
B
Battery .......................................385
acid, treating emergencies .....385
jumping a disabled battery ....353
maintenance-free ....................385
replacement, specifications ...411
servicing ..................................385
Belt-Minder
.............................207
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................312
Blind Spot Spotter Mirror ........310
Booster seats .............................240
Brakes ........................................285
anti-lock ...................................286
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................286
fluid, checking and adding ....407
fluid, refill capacities ..............412
fluid, specifications .................412
lubricant specifications ..........412
parking ....................................286
shift interlock ..........................295
Bulbs ..........................................105
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....412
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Car2U
Home Automation
System .......................................139
Cargo area shade ......................148
Cargo net ...................................148
CD ................................................44
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................336
Child safety seats ......................230
in front seat ............................231
in rear seat ..............................231
LATCH .....................................234
recommendations ...................228
tether anchorage hardware ...237
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................240
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............370
instrument panel ....................372
interior .....................................373
plastic parts ............................371
washing ....................................368
waxing .....................................369
wheels ......................................369
wiper blades ............................371
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............89
Collision Warning System .........303
Console
overhead ..................................112
Controls
power seat ...............................179
steering column ......................132
Coolant
checking and adding ..............388
refill capacities ................391, 412
specifications ..........................412
Cooler ........................................113Creating a playlist .......................49
Cross Traffic Alert ....................312
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................122
Customer Assistance ................325
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................421
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................365
Getting roadside assistance ...325
Getting the service you
need .........................................361
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................366
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................365
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................101
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................89
windshield .................................89
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................408
engine oil .................................382
Doors
central unlocking ....................151
Driving restrictions .....................35
Driving under special
conditions ..........................320, 322
sand .........................................321
snow and ice ...........................323
through water .................321, 324
DVD system .................................67
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E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................353
running out of fuel .........353, 399
Emission control system ..........404
Engine ........................................415
cleaning ...................................370
coolant .....................................388
fail-safe cooling .......................393
idle speed control ...................385
lubrication specifications .......412
refill capacities ........................412
service points ..................378–379
Engine block heater .................284
Engine oil ..................................382
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................382
checking and adding ..............382
dipstick ....................................382
filter, specifications ........384, 411
recommendations ...................384
refill capacities ........................412
specifications ..........................412
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................283
F
Fail safe cooling ........................393
Family entertainment system ....67
Fleet MyKey programming ......167
Fluid capacities .........................412
Fog lamps ....................................98
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................319
Freezer ......................................113Fuel ............................................394
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 400
cap ...........................................396
capacity ...................................412
choosing the right fuel ...........397
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................403
detergent in fuel .....................399
filler funnel .............................399
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................394, 396, 401
filter, specifications ........394, 411
fuel pump shut-off ..................327
improving fuel economy ........400
octane rating ...................398, 415
quality ......................................398
running out of fuel .........353, 399
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................394
Fuses ..........................................327
G
Garage door opener ..................134
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............396
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................400
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................326
Headlamps ...................................96
aiming ......................................102
autolamp system .......................97
bulb specifications ..................106
daytime running lights ...........101
flash to pass ............................101
high beam .................................98
replacing bulbs .......................107
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automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................120
fold away .................................121
heated ................................89, 121
programmable memory ..........159
side view mirrors (power) .....120
Mobile media system ..................32
Moon roof ..................................133
Motorcraft
parts ..............374, 411
MyKey ........................................167
N
Navigation system .......................88
O
Octane rating ............................398
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................382
Overdrive ...................................295
P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................167
Park Assist ................................305
Parking brake ............................286
Parts
(see Motorcraft
parts) ...........411
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................199
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................121
Playing a DVD in the system .....45
Power adjustable foot
pedals .................................121–122Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................332
Power door locks ......................151
Power liftgate ............................144
Power mirrors ...........................120
Power point ...............................114
Power steering ..........................293
fluid, checking and adding ....407
fluid, refill capacity ................412
fluid, specifications .................412
Power Windows .........................117
Push button start system .........281
R
Radio ............................................32
Rear heated seats .....................193
Rear heated/cooled seats .........193
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................67
Rear view camera display ..........37
Rear-view camera system .........301
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................228
Refrigerator ...............................113
Relays ........................................327
Remote entry system .......156–157
illuminated entry ............161–162
locking/unlocking doors .........158
opening the trunk ...................158
panic alarm .............................159
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................161
replacing the batteries ...........160
Reverse sensing system ...........299
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