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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord Part Name or
equivalentFord Part Number / Ford
Specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN
and MAX lines on
reservoirMotorcraftHigh
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A or
WSS-M6C65-A1
Body hinges, latches,
door striker plates and
rollers, seat tracks, fuel
filler door hinge and
spring, primary and
auxiliary hood latches—Multi-Purpose Grease
(Lithium grease)XG-4 or XL-5 or equivalent
/
ESB-M1C93-B
Engine coolant 9.3 quarts (8.8L)•MotorcraftSpecialty
Green Engine Coolant
(dark green-colored)
•MotorcraftSpecialty
Orange Engine Coolant
(US)
•MotorcraftSpecialty
Orange Engine Coolant
(Canada)
1
•VC-10-A2 (US)
•CVC-10-A (Canada) /
WSS-M97B55-A
•VC-3-B (US)
•CVC-3-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D Motor/Electronics
(M/E) Coolant2.8 quarts (2.7L)
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Genuine Ford and Motorcraftreplacement parts
Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraftbranded replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a
nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited
warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center (can be
up to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Engine and
motor/electronics
coolant, initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine and
motor/electronics
coolant, after initial
changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
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Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
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/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, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/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. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension components for leaks and
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
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Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Change engine oil and filter• ••••••••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth• ••••••••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• ••••••••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick); consult dealer for
requirements• ••••••••••••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake• ••••••••••••••
Inspect engine cooling system and
motor/electronics cooling system for strength,
and hoses• ••••••••••••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields• ••••••••••••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)• ••••••••••••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings• ••••••••••••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)••••••••
Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter
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Accessory delay ..........................94
AdvanceTrac ..............................225
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................158–159, 167, 170
and child safety seats ............160
description ..............159, 167, 170
disposal ....................................173
driver airbag ....159, 161, 168, 171
indicator light .........167, 169, 173
operation .........159, 161, 168, 171
passenger airbag ............159, 161,
168, 171
side airbag ...............................167
Air cleaner filter ...............309, 312
Air conditioning ....................67, 70
Ambient mood/lighting ...............81
AM/FM .........................................52
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................223
Anti-theft system ..............126, 130
arming the system ..................130
disarming a triggered
system .....................................131
Audio system (see Radio) .........52
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................309
fluid, checking ........................309
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................232
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specification ..................313
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....60
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........313
refill capacities ........................313B
Battery .......................................290
acid, treating emergencies .....290
jumping a disabled battery ....263
maintenance-free ....................290
replacement, specifications ...312
servicing ..................................290
Belt-Minder.............................153
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................238
Blind spot mirror ......................237
Booster seats .............................187
Brakes ........................................222
anti-lock ...................................223
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............223
fluid, checking and adding ....309
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
fluid, specifications .................313
lubricant specifications ..........313
parking ....................................224
shift interlock ..........................230
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................82
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....313
Car2UHome Automation
System .......................................101
CD ................................................52
Cell phone use ............................14
Changing a tire .........................256
Child safety seats ......................178
attaching with tether
straps .......................................185
in front seat ............................179
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Speed control ..............................96
Starting your vehicle ........218, 220
jump starting ..........................263
Steering
speed sensitive .......................230
Steering wheel
controls ......................................98
tilting .........................................88
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................52
CD-MP3 .....................................52
SYNC..........................................66
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................88
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....206
Tires ...........................191–192, 256
alignment ................................199
care ..........................................195
changing ..................................256
checking the pressure ............195
inflating ...................................193
label .........................................205
replacing ..................................197
rotating ....................................200
safety practices .......................198
sidewall information ...............200
snow tires and chains ............210
spare tire .................................257
terminology .............................192
tire grades ...............................192
treadwear ........................191, 196
Towing .......................................216
recreational towing .................217
trailer towing ..........................216wrecker ....................................266
Transmission .............................232
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....230
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................309
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
lubricant specifications ..........313
Trunk .........................................117
remote release ................107, 121
Turn signal ..................................80
U
Universal garage
door opener ...............................101
USB port ......................................62
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................316
Vehicle loading ..........................210
Ventilating your vehicle ...........221
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......18
Washer fluid ..............................287
Water, Driving through .............245
Windows
opening using remote entry
system ...............................94, 120
power .........................................93
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................87
checking and adding fluid .....287
replacing wiper blades ...........287
Wrecker towing .........................266
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