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FIND YOUR WAY General Owner’s Information Table of Contents General Owner’s Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 General Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Keep It Genuine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Multi-Point Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Get the most from your vehicle with routine maintenance Routine maintenance is the best way to help ensure you get the performance, dependability, long life and resale value you expect from your vehicle. This is exactly why we’ve put together the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. It outlines the services required to properly maintain your vehicle and when they should be performed.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION see appropriate schedule on page 41. Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 6 years or 105,000 miles - change Premium Gold coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change - change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (see page 48) Determine which maintenance schedule to follow It’s important to follow the maintenance schedule that most closely mirrors your driving habits and the conditions under which you drive.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Exceptions Some exceptions for specific vehicles and special applications are outlined below. In addition, you will find further information under Exceptions on page 47. • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant - time and mileage based interval If you’re unsure which maintenance schedule to follow, ask your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit the Maintenance area of www.genuineservice.com.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. Convenience Many Dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make your service visit more convenient.
OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES It is recommended that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at the designated time intervals. See your “Owner’s Guide” for more information. Check every month for all vehicles ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. tires for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. engine oil fluid level. windshield washer fluid level.
KEEP IT GENUINE Tires Keep It Genuine YOKOHAMA Proper tire maintenance and replacement are critical to your vehicle’s performance and helps keep you and your passengers safe. Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford.
KEEP IT GENUINE Batteries The technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of your vehicle’s battery during any service visit. The Motorcraft Tested Tough Max Series with its “long-life” design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to 200%. That’s one reason why we stand behind this battery with a national, 3-year, free replacement warranty and prorated-cost replacement thereafter for up to 100 months and unlimited mileage.
KEEP IT GENUINE Oil & Lubricants Collision An accident is an upsetting experience and collision repair is often complicated and confusing. Here are a few pointers to help you better understand the collision repair process and make sure your vehicle is properly repaired with the right parts. Properly repairing your vehicle will help maintain its value. Your rights as a consumer As a consumer, you are within your rights to insist on original equipment replacement parts.
MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Parts Genuine Ford Collision Parts are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. See your dealer for limited warranty details. They are manufactured to the same specifications as those on your vehicle when it was built. The right replacement parts will help maintain the value of your vehicle. Ford recommended scheduled maintenance – In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly.
MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury 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.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 7,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steer
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for name-brand tires and people who know your vehicle. And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer’s warranty.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for particular requirements.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle’s oil and lubricants. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Motorcraft Oils are formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to the tests of both Ford and independent engineers.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of your vehicle’s battery during any service visit. The Motorcraft Tested Tough Max Series with its “long-life” design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to 200%. That’s one reason why we stand behind this battery with a national 3 year, free-replacement and prorated-cost thereafter up to 100 months with unlimited mileage.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 52,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on ❑
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Brakes Technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer can install the right brake parts for your vehicle. Ford Original Equipment and Motorcraft replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors, and drums meet the stringent standards of Ford Motor Company engineers.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 82,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noi
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level on ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for your particular requirements.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 105,000 miles ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ❑ ❑ ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter Change manual transmission fluid (except Escape) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Change rear axle fluid only on vehicles equipped with DANA axles (see Special Operating Conditions on page 41 and Exceptions on page 47) Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filters (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter ❑ Replace fuel filter (except Escape, Mariner, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ F-Series [non Super Duty], Expedition/Navigator [short wheel base only], E-Series) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift transmission.
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 127,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 135,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect st
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 142,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for name-b
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 27 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ (see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air fi
NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Brakes Technicians at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer can install the right brake parts for your vehicle. Ford Original Equipment and Motorcraft replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors, and drums meet the stringent standards of Ford Motor Company engineers.
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 7,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 15,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect and lubricate steering
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Tires When your tires need to be replaced, consider visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for name-brand tires and people who know your vehicle. And if your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership sells the name-brand tire, they can also honor the tire manufacturer’s warranty.
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 30,000 miles ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine cooling system
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 45,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system.
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 52,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 33 2010 Schedu
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 67,500 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth ❑ Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag ❑ Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) RO#: P&A CODE: DATE: MILEAGE: 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect and lubricate steerin
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang) ❑ Replace spark plugs ❑ Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Insp
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ (see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car and Mustang) ❑ Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine cooling sy
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Oil & Lubricants It is important to stick to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle’s oil and lubricants. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Motorcraft Oils are formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to the tests of both Ford and independent engineers.
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 135,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ suspension, tie rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate if equipped with Zerk fittings) Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system.
NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ (see Exceptions on page 47 and Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Change automatic transmission fluid Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 5F55, 6F35 and AWF-21 transaxles) Change manual transmission fluid Replace rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see pages 41 and 47).
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealership Service Advisor or Technician.
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Inspect frequently, service as Replace cabin air filter required Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Every 5,000 miles
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Crown Victoria Police Interceptor & Taxi, and Executive Series Town Car equipped with Engine Idle Hour Meter Inspect frequently, service as Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) required Every 5,000 miles Inspect brake system Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Every 5,000 miles or 6 month
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as Replace engine air filter required Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 5,000 miles Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter (Crown Vic
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Off-road operation Inspect frequently, service as Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) required Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Every 5,000 miles or 6 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness, or drag Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (not
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Special Operating Conditions Log DEALER VALIDATION: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO
EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water.
PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Current mileage goes here => Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today’s date goes here => Add 3 years + 00 / 00 / 03 Date of next change => whichever comes first Dealer Stamp Current mileage goes here => Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today’s date goes here => Add 3 years + 00 / 00 / 03 Date of next change => whichever comes first Dealer Stamp Current mileage goes he
