Maintenance
General information
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness and resale value. There is a large network of Ford authorized dealers who are there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We believe that their specially trained technicians are best qualified to service your vehicle properly and expertly. They are supported by a wide range of highly specialized tools developed specifically for servicing your vehicle.
To help you service your vehicle, we provide Scheduled Maintenance Information which makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your warranty information to find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraft® parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless
you are sure you have enough ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes) away from
the battery and all fuelrelated parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key (if equipped).
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift to positionP.
2. Block the wheels.
- Opening and closing the hood
- Under hood overview
- Engine oil dipstick
- Engine oil check
- Engine coolant check
- Automatic transmission fluid check
- Brake fluid check
- Power steering fluid check
- Fuel filter
- Washer fluid check
- Battery
- Checking the wiper blades
- Air filter(s)
- Adjusting the headlamps
- Changing a bulb
- Bulb specification chart
See also:
Front Seats
WARNING:
Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt,
resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.
WARNING:
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Using snow chains
WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as
those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford
can affect the safety and performance of ...
Terrain Response
TERRAIN MANAGEMENT (IF EQUIPPED)
This system optimizes drivability and comfort as well as maximizing traction
while operating on different types of terrain.
Turn the control located on the center ...