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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin any of the following conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is
not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
message center and perform services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints
See axle maintenance items underExceptions
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change manual transmission fluid
Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within
3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
appearing in the message center.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
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Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as
in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
message center and perform services listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs
Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within
3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
appearing in the message center.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
Every 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) or
6 monthsChange engine oil and filter
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid (except
Focus)
Every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km)Change manual transmission fluid
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel
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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent.
Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:If operating conditions are normal
and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditionsandyou
are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example
SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service
oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must
follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is
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using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API)
performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc.)
Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during high
ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive
Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement:Engine air filter and
cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty
conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
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Accessory delay ..........................66
Adaptive Cruise Control .............70
AdvanceTrac ..............................219
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................146, 154, 157
and child safety seats ............148
description ..............146, 154, 157
disposal ....................................160
driver airbag ............148, 155, 158
indicator light .........154, 156, 160
operation .................148, 155, 158
passenger airbag .....148, 155, 158
side airbag ...............................154
Air cleaner filter .......323–324, 326
Air conditioning ..........................40
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................247
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................303
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................217
Anti-theft system ..............114, 117
arming the system ..........114, 117
disarming a triggered
system .....................................117
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................227
fluid, adding ............................321
fluid, checking ........................321
fluid, refill capacities ..............327
fluid, specification ..................327
Selectshift (SST) ....................228
Auxiliary powerpoint ..................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........327B
Battery .......................................301
acid, treating emergencies .....301
jumping a disabled battery ....272
maintenance-free ....................301
replacement, specifications ...326
servicing ..................................301
Belt-Minder.............................141
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................241
Blind spot mirror ......................239
Booster seats .............................174
Brakes ........................................217
anti-lock ...................................217
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................218
fluid, checking and adding ....321
fluid, refill capacities ..............327
fluid, specifications .................327
lubricant specifications ..........327
parking ....................................219
shift interlock ..........................226
Bulbs ............................................52
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....327
Cargo management system ........91
Cargo net .....................................91
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .................265, 268
Child safety seats ......................165
attaching with tether straps ..171
in front seat ............................165
in rear seat ..............................165
LATCH .....................................169
recommendations ...................163
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Engine block heater .................215
Engine oil ..................................297
checking and adding ..............297
dipstick ....................................297
filter, specifications ........299, 326
recommendations ...................299
refill capacities ........................327
specifications ..........................327
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................215
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Fail safe cooling ........................307
Fleet MyKey programming ........94
Floor mats .............................85–86
Fluid capacities .........................327
Fog lamps ....................................47
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................248
Fuel ............................................308
calculating fuel economy .......314
cap ...........................................310
capacity ...................................327
choosing the right fuel ...........312
detergent in fuel .....................313
filler funnel .............................313
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................308, 310, 315
filter, specifications ........308, 326
fuel pump shut-off ..................256
improving fuel economy ........314
octane rating ...................312, 330
quality ......................................312
running out of fuel .........272, 313
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................308Fuses ..................................256–257
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Garage door opener ....................81
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............310
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................314
Gauges .........................................17
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Hazard flashers .........................255
Headlamps ...................................45
aiming ........................................49
autolamp system .......................46
bulb specifications ....................52
daytime running lights .............47
flash to pass ..............................47
high beam .................................47
replacing bulbs .........................53
turning on and off ....................45
Head restraints .................119, 126
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................40
Hill start assist ..........................229
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................81
Hood ..........................................294
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Ignition ...............................211, 330
Illuminated visor mirror .............62
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................165
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................319
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Parental MyKey programming ...94
Parking brake ............................219
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........326
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................132
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................261
Power door locks ........................99
Power liftgate ..............................86
Power mirrors .............................67
Powerpoint ..................................63
Power steering ..........................225
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................320
fluid, refill capacity ................327
fluid, specifications .................327
Power Windows ...........................64
Push button start system .........213
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Rear heated seats .....................130
Rear-view camera system .........233
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................163
Relays ........................................256
Remote entry system .......102–103
illuminated entry ............108–109
locking/unlocking
doors ................................104–105
opening the trunk ...................105
Remote start ...........................109replacement/additional
transmitters .............................108
replacing the batteries ...........107
Remote start .............................109
Remote start climate
operation .....................................43
Reverse sensing system ...........231
Roadside assistance ..................254
Roof rack .....................................93
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Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ....134–136,
138–139
Safety Canopy ...........................157
Safety defects, reporting ..........285
Safety restraints ...............134–136,
138–139
Belt-Minder...........................141
extension assembly ................138
for adults .................135–136, 138
for children .............................161
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................132
warning light and
chime ...............................140–141
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................169
Safety seats for children ..........165
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................331
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............345
Seats ..........................................119
child safety seats ....................165
climate control ........................124
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