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pressure for your vehicle. L. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades:

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*Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. *Traction: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. *Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. M. Maximum Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers' maximum permissible pressure or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge

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that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load or radial tubeless. Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire.

LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires; these differences are described below.

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A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association, that is intended for service on light trucks. B. Load Range and Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits. C. Maximum Load Dual lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual, defined as four tires on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle). D. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single, defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. Information on T Type Tires T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire.

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T type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires; these differences are described below: A. T: Indicates a type of tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association, that is intended for temporary service on cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans and light trucks. B. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.

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C. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of height to width. Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall. D.D: Indicates a diagonal type tire. R: Indicates a radial type tire. E. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. Recommended Tire Pressures and Inflating Your Tires Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check the pressure of all tires and adjust if required. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company.

WARNING

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures

and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation, or blowout, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increase sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat build-up and internal damage to the tire. It also may result in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of vehicle control, and accidents. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear flat.

You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns.

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is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire Wear

When the tread is worn down to one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indicators, or wear bars, which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm).

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. You will find a Tire Label containing the Ford recommended tire inflation pressure by the tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is also found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch on the B-pillar, or on the edge of the driver’s door. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem. Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. If internal damage to the tire

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When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars, the tire is worn out and must be replaced. Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage (such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls, cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspected, have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended.

Age

WARNING

Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation pressure) the tires experience throughout their lives. In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear. However, heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number Both United States and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.

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This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After 2000, the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. Tire Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. WARNINGS

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. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or the Tire Label which

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is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer case or power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

To reduce the risk of serious injury, when mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall, the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire:

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1. Make sure that you have the correct tire and wheel size. 2. Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again. 3. Stand at a minimum of 12 feet (3.66 meters) away from the wheel and tire assembly. 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 feet (3.66 meters) away from the wheel and tire assembly.

Important: Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle. It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels.

The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system. If the tire pressure monitoring system indicator is flashing, your system is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your tire pressure monitoring system, or some component of the system may be damaged. Safety Practices

WARNINGS

If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand, do not rapidly spin the tires. Spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds.

Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The

tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.

Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. *Observe posted speed limits *Avoid fast starts, stops and turns *Avoid potholes and objects on the road *Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking

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Highway Hazards No matter how carefully you drive, there is always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic. This may further damage the flat tire, but your safety is more important. If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tires for damage. If a tire is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. Tire and Wheel Alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you are driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically.

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer. Front-wheel drive vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire Rotation Note: If your tires show uneven wear, ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly. A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly is defined as a spare wheel and tire assembly that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly, it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation. Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements.

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Always store your summer tires indoors at temperatures above 20ºF (-7ºC). The rubber compounds used in these tires lose flexibility and may develop surface cracks in the tread area at temperatures below 20ºF (-7ºC). If the tires have been subjected to 20ºF (-7ºC) or less, warm them in a heated space to at least 40ºF (5ºC) for at least 24 hours before installing them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle with the tires installed, or checking tire inflation. Do not place tires near heaters or heating devices used to warm the room where the tires are stored. Do not apply heat or blow heated air directly on the tires. Always inspect the tires after storage periods and before use. USING SNOW CHAINS

WARNING

Snow tires must be the same size, load index, and 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 your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury, and death. Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer case, or power transfer unit failure. It is also strongly advised to follow the Ford recommended tire inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver’s seating position), or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles.

Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.

USING SUMMER TIRES Summer tires provide superior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not have the Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire side wall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as All-season or Snow tires, we do not recommend using summer tires when temperatures drop to approximately 45°F (7°C) or below (depending on tire wear and environmental conditions) or in snow and ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire performance is affected by tire wear and environmental conditions. If you must drive in those conditions, we recommend using Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or Snow tires.

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Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and cables. If you need to use cables, it is recommended that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as cables may chip aluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: •

If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.

• Use only SAE Class S snow chains,

snow cables or equivalent on the front axle for P235/55R18 equipped vehicles. The use of snow chains, snow cables or other traction assist devices that are larger than SAE Class S may cause damage to your vehicle’s wheel house, suspension and/or body.

• Do not install tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices on the rear tires. This could cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house or body. Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

•

• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with

tire cables on your vehicle.

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and retighten the cables. If this does not work, remove the cables to prevent damage to your vehicle.

• Remove the tire cables when they are

no longer needed. Do not use tire cables on dry roads.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

WARNING

The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire

pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge, see Inflating your tires in this chapter. Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Note: Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor located inside the wheel and tire assembly cavity. The pressure sensor is attached to the valve stem. The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed. Take care when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor You should always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer. Check the tire pressure periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge. See Inflating Your Tires in this chapter. Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low. Once the light is illuminated, your tires are under-inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended tire pressure. Even if the light turns on and a short time later turns off, your tire pressure still needs to be checked.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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When Your Temporary Spare Tire is Installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel and tire assembly needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. To restore the full function of the tire pressure monitoring system, have the damaged road wheel and tire assembly repaired and remounted on your vehicle.

When You Believe Your System is Not Operating Properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. See the following chart for information concerning your tire pressure monitoring system:

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Low tire pressure

warning light

Possible cause

Customer action required

Make sure tires are at the proper pres- sure. See Inflating your tires in this chapter. After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label (located on the edge of driver’s door or the B-Pillar), the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h) before the light turns off. Repair the damaged road wheel and tire assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function. For a description on how the system functions, see When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. If the tires are properly inflated and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Repair the damaged road wheel and tire assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function. For a description on how the system functions, see When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. If the tires are properly inflated and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn off after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure

Solid warning light

Tire(s) under-inflated

Spare tire in use

TPMS malfunction

Flashing warning

light

Spare tire in use

TPMS malfunction

When Inflating Your Tires When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your garage), the tire pressure monitoring system may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires.

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How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure The tire pressure monitoring system monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase about 2 to 4 psi (14 to 28
kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature, the tire pressure may decrease about 3 psi (21
kPa) for a drop of 30°F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This lower pressure value may be detected by the tire pressure monitoring system as being significantly lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the system warning light for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is on, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check the air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL

WARNINGS

The use of tire sealant may damage your tire pressure monitoring system and should only be used in roadside emergencies. If you must use a sealant, the Ford Tire Mobility Kit sealant should be used. The tire pressure monitoring system sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized dealer after use of the sealant.

See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 284). If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function.

Note: The tire pressure monitoring system indicator light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full function of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the tire pressure monitoring system sensors. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 284). Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the tire pressure monitoring system sensor for damage. Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly Information WARNING

Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.

If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire, then it is intended for temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it as soon as possible with a road wheel and tire assembly that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired. A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly is defined as a spare wheel and tire assembly that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types:

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1. T-type mini-spare: This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall. 2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY. When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). • Load the vehicle beyond maximum • vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label. Tow a trailer.

• • Use snow chains on the end of the

vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire

at a time.

• Use commercial car washing

equipment. Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.

• Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking

performance.

• Comfort and noise. • Ground clearance and parking at curbs. • Winter weather driving capability. • Wet weather driving capability. • All-wheel driving capability. 3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly, do not: • • Use more than one dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly at a time.

Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).

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• Use commercial car washing

equipment.

• Use snow chains on the end of the

vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly.

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking

performance.

• Comfort and noise. • Ground clearance and parking at curbs. • Winter weather driving capability. • Wet weather driving capability. • All-wheel driving capability. When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly additional caution should be given to: • • Driving vehicles equipped with a

Towing a trailer.

camper body.

• Driving vehicles with a load on the

cargo rack.

Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly and seek service as soon as possible. Tire Change Procedure WARNINGS

When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent your vehicle from

moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in park (P) or neutral (N).

To help prevent your vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the transmission in park

(P) or neutral (N), set the parking brake, and block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of your vehicle) to the tire being changed.

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WARNINGS

Never get underneath a vehicle that is supported only by a jack. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or

someone else could be seriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one

provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications.

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury or death, do not remove the full size spare tire from the factory

secured location. This location is necessary to achieve police-rated 75 mph rear impact crash-test performance. Removal increases the risk of fuel leak in high-speed rear impacts.

Note: Passengers should not remain in your vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. Note: Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle. 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place the transmission in park (P) and

turn the engine off.

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3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.

4. Lift the trunk cargo cover and remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise.

5. Lift and remove the spare tire from the

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6. Remove the second wing nut that

secures the jack retention bracket by turning it counterclockwise, then remove the jack kit from your vehicle. 7. Remove the jack and the wrench from

the felt bag. Fold down the wrench socket used to loosen the lug nuts and to operate the jack.

8. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half

turn counterclockwise, but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.

9. The vehicle jacking points are shown here, and are depicted on the warning label on the jack. Small arrow-shaped marks on the sills show the location of the jacking points.

12. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.

13.

14. Remove the jack and fully tighten the

lug nuts in the order shown. See Technical Specifications (page 293).

Stowing the jack and flat tire 1. Remove the extension bolt from the

exterior pocket of the felt bag.

10. Raise the wheel by turning the jack

handle clockwise. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.

11.

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2.

Insert the straight end of the jack retention bracket through the eyelet of the angled bracket and swing the retention bracket over the jack. With the jack in place, place the end of the retention bracket over the threaded stud in the trunk floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut.

3. Screw the extension bolt onto the threaded stud of the jack retention bracket.

4. Place the flat tire in the spare tire well

with the wheel facing up.

5. Safely secure the wheel by screwing the large wing nut onto the extension bolt.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications

WARNING

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.

Bolt size 1/2-20 x 1.5

Ib-ft (Nm)* 100 (135)

*Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).

Wheel pilot bore

Inspect the wheel pilot bore and mounting surface prior to installation. Remove any visible corrosion or loose particles.

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.0L ECOBOOST™

Engine

Cubic inches Firing order

Ignition system

Compression ratio

Spark plug gap

2.0L EcoBoost engine

122

1-3-4-2

Coil on plug

9.3:1

0.027-0.031 in. (0.70-0.80 mm)

Drivebelt Routing 2.0L engine

A. The long drivebelt is on the first pulley

groove closest to the engine

B. The short drivebelt is on the second

pulley groove farthest from the engine

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L DURATEC

Engine

Cubic inches Firing order

Ignition system Spark plug gap

Compression ratio

3.5L V6

214

1-4-2-5-3-6
Coil on plug

0.049 - 0.053 in (1.25 mm - 1.35 mm)

10.8:1

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Drivebelt Routing

3.5L Engine

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™

Engine

Cubic inches Firing order

Ignition system Spark plug gap

Compression ratio

Drivebelt Routing 3.5L EcoBoost Engine

3.5L EcoBoost

214

1-4-2-5-3-6
Coil on plug

0.030 - 0.033 in (0.75 mm - 0.85 mm)

10.0:1

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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.0L ECOBOOST™

Component

Motorcraft part number

Air filter element Oil filter Battery

Spark plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade

FA-1884
FL-910-S BXT-59

BXT-65-650 *

SP-537
FP68

WW-2501 (driver side)

WW-2043 (passenger side)

*This Motorcraft part is designed for vehicles with Intelligent Access. We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage related to use of other parts. If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36. For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 375).

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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L DURATEC

Component

Air filter element Oil filter Battery

Spark plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade

Part Number

FA-1884
FL-500-S BXT-59

BXT-65-650*

SP-534
FP-68

WW-2501 (driver side)

WW-2043 (passenger side)

*This Motorcraft part is designed for vehicles with Intelligent Access. We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage related to use of other parts. If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36. For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 375).

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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™

Component

Air filter element Oil filter Battery Spark plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade

Part Number

FA-1884
FL-500-S

BXT-65-650

SP-534
FP-68

WW-2501 (driver side)

WW-2043 (passenger side)

We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage related to use of other parts. If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36. For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 375).

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number is located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

World manufacturer identifier Brake system, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, Restraint Devices and their locations Make, vehicle line, series, body type Engine type Check digit Model year Assembly plant Production sequence number

Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. The Vehicle Identification Number contains the following information:

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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label shall be affixed to either the door hinge pillar, the door latch post, or the edge of the door near the door latch, next to the driver's seating position.

The transmission code is on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table shows the transmission code along with the transmission description.

Description

Six-speed automatic transmission 6F35
Six-speed automatic transmission 6F50
Six-speed automatic transmission 6F55

Code

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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 2.0L ECOBOOST™ Capacities

WARNING

The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.

Capacity

5.7 qt (5.4 L) 11.6 qt (11 L)

Item Engine oil (with oil filter) Engine coolant Brake fluid Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank A/C refrigerant A/C refrigerant compressor oil 5.24 fl oz (155 ml) *Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.

9.0 qt (8.5 L)* Fill as required 19.0 gal (71.9 L) 26 oz (0.74 kg)

Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Specifications Materials

Name Recommended motor oil (U.S.): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP Recommended motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LSP12
Optional motor oil (U.S.): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil XO-5W30-QFS Optional motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil

Specification

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

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Name

Specification

CXO-5W30-LFS12
Engine coolant (U.S.): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Canada): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted CVC-3DIL-B Brake fluid: Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20
Automatic transmission fluid (U.S.): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC Automatic transmission fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid CXT-10-LV12
Windshield washer fluid (U.S.): Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2
Windshield washer fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F) A/C refrigerant (U.S.): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19
A/C refrigerant (Canada): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant CYN-16-R A/C refrigerant compressor oil: Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M6C65-A2

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

WSS-M14P19-A

WSS-M14P19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M1C231-B

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Specification

ESB-M1C93-B

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An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of the International Lubricants Specification Advisory Council (ILSAC). Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that may not be covered by your vehicle warranty. Note: We recommends using DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible failure.

Name

Multi-purpose grease: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5
Lock cylinders (U.S.): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
Lock cylinders (Canada): Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A

If you use oil and fluids that do not meet the defined specification and viscosity grade, this may lead to: • Component damage which is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Longer engine cranking periods. Increased emission levels.

• • • Reduced engine performance. • Reduced fuel economy. • Degraded brake performance. We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark.

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Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV transmission fluid should only use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid may cause transmission damage. CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L DURATEC Capacities

WARNING

The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.

Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

Capacity

6.0 qt (5.7 L) 11.1 qt (10.5 L)

Item Engine oil (with oil filter) Engine coolant Brake fluid Rear differential (All Wheel Drive) fluid Automatic transmission fluid Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank A/C refrigerant A/C refrigerant compressor oil *Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.

Fill as required 19.0 gal (71.9 L) 1.43 lb (0.65 kg) 5.24 fl oz (155 ml)

2.4 pt (1.15 L) 10.9 qt (10.3 L)* 17.9 fl oz (0.53 L)

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Specifications Materials

Name

Recommended motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP Recommended Motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LSP12
Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil XO-5W30-QFS Optional Motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LFS12
Engine coolant (U.S.): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Canada): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted CVC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Mexico): Motorcraft® Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B Brake fluid: Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20
Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico) Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL Rear axle fluid (Canada) Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-80W90-1L Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC

Specification

WSS-M2C945-A

WSS-M2C945-A

WSS-M2C945-A

WSS-M2C945-A

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M6C65-A2

WSP-M2C197-A

WSP-M2C197-A

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

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Name

Automatic transmission fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid CXT-10-LV12
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) (U.S. and Mexico) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) (Canada) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-75W140-1L Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2
Windshield washer fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F) A/C refrigerant (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19
A/C refrigerant (Canada): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant CYN-16-R A/C refrigerant compressor oil: Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D Transmission, parking brake linkage and pivots and brake pedal shift grease: Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E1
Multi-purpose grease: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5
Lock cylinders (U.S.): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
Lock cylinders (Canada):

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Specification

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

WSL-M2C192-A

WSL-M2C192-A

WSS-M14P19-A

WSS-M14P19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M1C231-B

ESA-M1C75-B

ESB-M1C93-B

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Name

Specification

Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A

If you use oil and fluids that do not meet the defined specification and viscosity grade, this may lead to: • Component damage which is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Longer engine cranking periods. Increased emission levels.

• • • Reduced engine performance. • Reduced fuel economy. • Degraded brake performance. We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark.

An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of the International Lubricants Specification Advisory Council (ILSAC). Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that may not be covered by your vehicle warranty. Note: We recommends using DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible failure. Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV transmission fluid should only use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid may cause transmission damage.

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CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™ Capacities

WARNING

The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.

Item Engine oil (with oil filter) Engine coolant Brake fluid Rear axle fluid (All Wheel Drive) Automatic transmission fluid

Capacity

6.0 qt (5.7 L) 11.4 qt (10.8 L)

Between MIN/MAX on brake fluid reservoir

2.4 pt (1.15 L)

11.6 qt (11 L) *

17.9 fl oz (0.53 L)

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Fuel tank 19.0 gal (71.9 L) A/C refrigerant 1.63 lb (0.74 kg) A/C refrigerant compressor oil 5.24 fl oz (155 ml) *Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.

Specifications Materials

Name Recommended motor oil (U.S.): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP Recommended Motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LSP12
Recommended motor oil (Mexico):

Specification

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

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Name

Specification

Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil MXO-5W30-QSP Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil XO-5W30-QFS Optional Motor oil (Canada): Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LFS12
Engine coolant (U.S.): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Canada): Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted CVC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Mexico): Motorcraft® Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B Brake fluid: Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20
Rear axle fluid (U.S. and Mexico) Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL Rear axle fluid (Canada) Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-80W90-1L Automatic transmission fluid (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLVC Automatic transmission fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid CXT-10-LV12
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) (U.S. and Mexico) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M2C946-A

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M97B44-D2

WSS-M6C65-A2

WSP-M2C197-A

WSP-M2C197-A

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

WSS-M2C938-A MERCON LV

WSL-M2C192-A

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Name

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) (Canada) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-75W140-1L Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico): Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2
Windshield washer fluid (Canada): Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F) A/C refrigerant (U.S.): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19
A/C refrigerant (Canada): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant CYN-16-R A/C refrigerant (Mexico): Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant MYN-19
A/C refrigerant compressor oil: Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-D Transmission, parking brake linkage and pivots and brake pedal shift grease: Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-E1
Multi-purpose grease: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5
Lock cylinders (U.S.): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1
Lock cylinders (Canada): Penetrating Fluid CXC-51-A Lock cylinders (Mexico): Penetrating and Lock Lubricant

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Specification

WSL-M2C192-A

WSS-M14P19-A

WSS-M14P19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M17B19-A

WSH-M1C231-B

ESA-M1C75-B

ESB-M1C93-B

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Name

Specification

MXL-1

If you use oil and fluids that do not meet the defined specification and viscosity grade, this may lead to: • Component damage which is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Longer engine cranking periods. Increased emission levels.

• • • Reduced engine performance. • Reduced fuel economy. • Degraded brake performance. We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet API SN requirements and display the API Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do not use oil labeled with API SN service category unless the label also displays the API certification mark.

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that may not be covered by your vehicle warranty. Note: We recommend using DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible failure. Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV transmission fluid should only use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid may cause transmission damage.

An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of the International Lubricants Specification Advisory Council (ILSAC).

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GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors

AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: • AM: 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz •

FM: 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz

Distance and strength

Terrain

Station overload

Radio Reception Factors

The further you travel from an AM or FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with the reception. When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in the audio system muting.

Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods. MP3 and WMA Track and Folder Structure Audio systems capable of recognizing and playing MP3 and WMA individual tracks and folder structures work as follows: •

There are two different modes for MP3
and WMA disc playback: MP3 and WMA track mode (system default) and MP3 and WMA folder mode.

• MP3 and WMA track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 and WMA disc. The player numbers each MP3
and WMA track on the disc (noted by the MP3 or WMA file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. The maximum number of playable MP3 and WMA files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present.

CD and CD Player Information Note: CD units play commercially pressed 4.75-inch (12 centimeter) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Note: Do not insert CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. You should use a permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels on your homemade CDs. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact an authorized dealer for further information. Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped discs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. Always handle discs by their edges only. Clean the disc with an approved CD cleaner only. Wipe it from the center of the disc toward the edge. Do not clean in a circular motion.

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• MP3 and WMA folder mode represents