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AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a long life air filter. The air filter is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. See your authorized dealer or a
qualified technician for replacement. The technician can check the
diagnostics system for the possibility of an excessively dirty air filter.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for an extended period of time
(30 days or more), refer to the following maintenance recommendations
to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating condition.
All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and tested for
reliable, regular driving. Long term storage under various conditions may
lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are
taken to preserve the components.
General
•Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
•Protect from sunlight, if possible.
•If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular maintenance to
protect against rust and damage.
Body
•Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and underside of front fenders.
See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax
to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is
washed. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light
grade oil. See theCleaningchapter for more information.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contain contaminates that may cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
Maintenance and Specifications
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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 coolant and
motor/electronics
coolant, initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant and
motor/electronics
coolant, after initial
changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
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
Scheduled Maintenance
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Engine block heater .................224
Engine oil ..................................291
checking and adding ..............291
dipstick ....................................291
filter, specifications ........292, 315
recommendations ...................292
refill capacities ........................316
specifications ..........................316
Event data recording ..................13
Exhaust fumes ..........................224
F
Fleet MyKey programming ......111
Floor mats .........................108–109
Fluid capacities .........................316
Fog lamps ....................................77
Fuel ............................................301
calculating fuel
economy ............................37, 307
cap ...........................................303
capacity ...................................316
choosing the right fuel ...........304
detergent in fuel .....................305
filler funnel .............................305
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................301, 303, 307
filter, specifications ........300, 315
fuel pump shut-off ..................251
improving fuel economy ........307
octane rating ...................304, 318
quality ......................................305
running out of fuel .........265, 305
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................301
Fuses ..................................251–252
G
Garage door opener ..................102Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............303
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................307
Gauges .........................................25
H
Hazard flashers .........................250
Headlamps ...................................75
aiming ..................................78–79
autolamp system .......................76
bulb specifications ....................82
daytime running lights .............78
flash to pass ..............................77
high beam .................................77
replacing bulbs .........................83
turning on and off ....................75
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................66, 69
Hood ..........................................288
I
Ignition ...............................221, 318
Illuminated visor mirror .............89
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................181
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................311
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................283
cluster ........................................18
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................78
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J
Jack ............................................259
positioning ...............................259
storage .....................................259
Jump-starting your vehicle ......266
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................116
keypad .....................................126
locking and unlocking doors ..127
programming entry code .......126
Keys ...................................110, 128
positions of the ignition .........221
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................76
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................82
daytime running light ...............78
fog lamps ...................................77
headlamps .................................75
headlamps, flash to pass ..........77
instrument panel, dimming .....78
interior lamps .....................80, 83
replacing bulbs .........................83
LATCH anchors .........................185
Lights, warning and indicator ....18
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........227
Load limits .................................213
Locks
autolock ...................................116
childproof ................................119
doors ........................................115
Lubricant specifications ...........316
Lug nuts ....................................265Lumbar support, seats .............137
M
Message center ...........................35
system check button ................44
warning messages .....................45
Mirrors ...................................95–96
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................95
heated ..................................69, 96
programmable memory ..........123
side view mirrors (power) .......96
Moon roof ..................................100
Motorcraftparts ..............286, 315
MyKey ........................................111
N
Navigation system .......................65
O
Octane rating ............................304
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................291
P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................111
Parking brake ............................228
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........315
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................146
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................255
Power door locks ......................115
Power mirrors .............................96
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