Maintenance for Your Ford Ecosport SUV 2020

Maintenance  
Working with the Engine On  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help  
maintain its roadworthiness and resale  
value. There is a large network of  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of  
vehicle damage and personal burn  
injuries, do not start your engine with the  
air cleaner removed and do not remove  
it while the engine is running.  
authorized dealers that 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  
1. Set the parking brake and shift the  
transmission to park (P).  
2. Block the wheels.  
specifically for servicing your vehicle.  
If your vehicle requires professional service,  
an 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.  
OPENING AND CLOSING THE  
HOOD  
Opening the Hood  
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 fuel related  
parts.  
Working with the Engine Off  
1. Set the parking brake and shift the  
transmission to park (P).  
2. Switch off the engine.  
3. Block the wheels.  
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Maintenance  
Move the catch to the right.  
Open the hood and support it with the  
hood prop rod. Attach the prop rod to the  
hood, the correct location is indicated by  
an arrow.  
Closing the Hood  
Note: You must secure the hood prop  
correctly after use.  
Note: Make sure that the hood is closed  
properly.  
Lower the hood and allow it to drop from  
under its own weight for the last 7.911.8 in  
(2030 cm).  
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.0L ECOBOOST  
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B
C
D
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 217).  
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 215).  
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 215).  
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Maintenance  
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Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 223).  
Power distribution box. See Fuses (page 203).  
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Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 237).  
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 217).  
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Check (page 215).  
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 215).  
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 203).  
Air cleaner. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 237).  
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Maintenance  
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.0L  
ECOBOOST™  
ENGINE OIL CHECK  
WARNING: Do not work on a hot  
engine.  
To check the engine oil level consistently  
and accurately, do the following:  
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make  
sure the transmission is in park (P) or  
neutral (N).  
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal  
operating temperature.  
A
B
Minimum.  
Maximum.  
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level  
ground.  
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15  
minutes for the oil to drain into the oil  
pan. Checking the engine oil level too  
soon after you switch the engine off  
may result in an inaccurate reading.  
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L  
5. Open the hood. See Opening and  
Closing the Hood (page 212).  
7. Reinstall the dipstick and remove it  
8. Make sure that the oil level is between  
add oil immediately. See Capacities  
and Specifications (page 289).  
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the  
A
B
C
Minimum.  
Fill Level.  
Maximum.  
dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.  
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the  
engine is running.  
Note: If the oil level is between the  
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level  
is acceptable. Do not add oil.  
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Maintenance  
Note: The oil consumption of new engines  
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See  
Under Hood Overview (page 214).  
Turn it counterclockwise and remove  
specifications. See Capacities and  
Specifications (page 289). You may  
have to use a funnel to pour the engine  
oil into the opening.  
reaches its normal level after approximately  
3,000 mi (5,000 km).  
Adding Engine Oil  
WARNING: Do not add engine oil  
when the engine is hot. Failure to follow  
this instruction could result in personal  
injury.  
4. Recheck the oil level.  
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the  
dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.  
WARNING: Do not remove the  
filler cap when the engine is running.  
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn  
it clockwise until you feel a strong  
resistance.  
Note: Do not add oil further than the  
maximum mark. Oil levels above the  
maximum mark may cause engine damage.  
Do not use supplemental engine oil  
additives because they are unnecessary  
and could lead to engine damage that may  
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.  
Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap  
correctly.  
Note: Soak up any spillage with an  
absorbent cloth immediately.  
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR  
RESET(IF EQUIPPED)  
Only reset the system after changing the  
engine oil and oil filter.  
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring  
Only use oils certified for gasoline engines  
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).  
An oil with this trademark symbol  
conforms to the current engine and  
emission system protection standards and  
fuel economy requirements of the  
International Lubricants Specification  
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).  
System  
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the  
engine.  
2. Fully press the accelerator and brake  
pedals at the same time.  
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals  
fully pressed.  
4. After three seconds, a message  
appears confirming that the reset is in  
progress.  
To top up the engine oil level do the  
following:  
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine  
oil filler cap before you remove it.  
5. After 25 seconds, a message appears  
confirming that the reset is complete.  
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Maintenance  
6. Release the accelerator and brake  
When the engine is cold, check the  
concentration and level of the coolant at  
the intervals listed in the scheduled  
maintenance information. See Scheduled  
Maintenance (page 373).  
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is  
between the MIN and MAX marks on the  
coolant reservoir.  
pedals.  
7. Switch the ignition off.  
ENGINE COOLING FAN  
WARNING: Keep your hands and  
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The  
clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.  
level may extend beyond the MAX mark.  
Maintain coolant concentration within  
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze  
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F  
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be  
checked using a refractometer. We do not  
recommend the use of hydrometers or  
coolant test strips for measuring coolant  
concentration.  
Under certain conditions, the engine  
cooling fan may continue to run for several  
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.  
This could happen in low ambient  
temperatures and independent of the  
engine coolant temperature, for example  
short journeys or low coolant temperature.  
Adding Coolant  
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK  
WARNING: Do not remove the  
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is  
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10  
minutes for the cooling system to cool  
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap  
with a thick cloth to prevent the  
WARNING: Do not add engine  
coolant when the engine is on or the  
cooling system is hot. Failure to follow  
this instruction could result in personal  
injury.  
possibility of scalding and slowly remove  
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction  
could result in personal injury.  
WARNING: Do not put coolant in  
the windshield washer reservoir. If  
sprayed on the windshield, coolant could  
make it difficult to see through the  
windshield.  
Note: Automotive fluids are not  
interchangeable. Do not use coolant or  
windshield washer fluid outside of its  
specified function and vehicle location.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of  
personal injury, make sure the engine is  
cool before unscrewing the coolant  
pressure relief cap. The cooling system  
is under pressure. Steam and hot liquid  
can come out forcefully when you loosen  
the cap slightly.  
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling  
system sealants, or non-specified additives  
as they can cause damage to the engine  
cooling or heating systems. Resulting  
component damage may not be covered by  
the vehicle Warranty.  
WARNING: Do not add coolant  
further than the MAX mark.  
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Maintenance  
It is very important to use prediluted  
5. Check the coolant level in the coolant  
reservoir the next few times you drive  
your vehicle. If necessary, add enough  
prediluted engine coolant to bring the  
coolant level to the correct level.  
If you have to add more than 1.1 qt (1 L) of  
engine coolant per month, have your  
vehicle checked as soon as possible.  
Operating an engine with a low level of  
coolant can result in engine overheating  
and possible engine damage.  
coolant approved to the correct  
specification in order to avoid plugging the  
small passageways in the engine cooling  
system. See Capacities and  
Specifications (page 278). Do not mix  
different colors or types of coolant in your  
vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using  
an incorrect coolant may harm the engine  
or cooling system components and may  
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.  
Note: If prediluted coolant is not available,  
use the approved concentrated coolant  
diluting it to 50/50 with distilled water. See  
Capacities and Specifications (page 278).  
Using water that has not been deionised  
may contribute to deposit formation,  
corrosion and plugging of the small cooling  
system passageways.  
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and  
models may not be approved to Ford  
specifications and may cause damage to  
the cooling system. Resulting component  
damage may not be covered by the vehicle  
Warranty.  
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the  
coolant may change color from orange to  
pink or light red. As long as the coolant is  
clear and uncontaminated, this color change  
does not indicate the coolant has degraded  
nor does it require the coolant to be drained,  
the system to be flushed, or the coolant to  
be replaced.  
Note: In case of emergency, you can add a  
large amount of water without coolant in  
order to reach a vehicle service location.  
Water alone, without coolant, can cause  
engine damage from corrosion, overheating  
or freezing. When you reach a service  
If the coolant level is at or below the  
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant  
immediately.  
location, you must have the cooling system  
drained and refilled with prediluted coolant  
approved to the correct specification. See  
Capacities and Specifications (page 278).  
To top up the coolant level do the  
following:  
Do not use the following as a coolant  
substitute:  
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure  
escapes as you unscrew the cap.  
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to  
the correct specification. See  
Capacities and Specifications (page  
278).  
Alcohol.  
Methanol.  
Brine.  
Any coolant mixed with alcohol or  
methanol antifreeze.  
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to  
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine  
damage from overheating or freezing.  
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to  
the coolant. These can be harmful and  
compromise the corrosion protection of  
the coolant.  
reach the correct level.  
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap, turn  
it clockwise until you feel a strong  
resistance.  
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Maintenance  
Recycled Coolant  
We do not recommend the use of recycled  
coolant as an approved recycling process  
is not yet available.  
Dispose of used engine coolant in an  
appropriate manner. Follow your  
communitys regulations and standards  
for recycling and disposing of automotive  
fluids.  
Fail-Safe Cooling  
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily  
drive your vehicle before any incremental  
component damage occurs. The fail-safe  
distance depends on ambient  
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.  
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works  
If the engine begins to overheat, the  
coolant temperature gauge moves toward  
the red zone:  
Severe Climates  
A warning lamp illuminates and  
a message may appear in the  
information display.  
If you drive in extremely cold climates:  
It may be necessary to increase the  
coolant concentration above 50%.  
A coolant concentration of 60%  
provides improved freeze point  
protection. Coolant concentrations  
above 60% decrease the overheat  
protection characteristics of the  
coolant and may cause engine  
damage.  
If the engine reaches a preset  
over-temperature condition, the engine  
automatically switches to alternating  
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder  
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.  
If you drive in extremely hot climates:  
When this occurs, your vehicle still  
You can decrease the coolant  
operates, however:  
concentration to 40%.  
Engine power is limited.  
The air conditioning system turns off.  
Coolant concentrations below 40%  
decrease the freeze and corrosion  
protection characteristics of the  
coolant and may cause engine  
damage.  
Continued operation increases the engine  
temperature, causing the engine to  
completely shut down. Your steering and  
braking effort increases in this situation.  
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme  
climates should use prediluted coolant for  
optimum cooling system and engine  
protection.  
When the engine temperature cools, you  
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle  
checked as soon as possible to minimize  
engine damage.  
Coolant Change  
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in  
the scheduled maintenance information,  
the coolant should be changed. Add  
prediluted coolant approved to the correct  
specification. See Capacities and  
Specifications (page 278).  
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When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated  
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant  
level is at or below the minimum mark,  
add prediluted coolant immediately.  
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for  
use during emergencies only. Operate  
your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as  
long as necessary to bring your vehicle  
to rest in a safe location and seek  
immediate repairs. When in fail-safe  
mode, your vehicle will have limited  
power, will not be able to maintain  
high-speed operation, and may  
5. When the engine temperature cools,  
you can re-start the engine. Have your  
vehicle checked as soon as possible to  
minimize engine damage.  
Note: Driving your vehicle without repair  
increases the chance of engine damage.  
Engine Coolant Temperature  
Management(If Equipped)  
completely shut down without warning,  
potentially losing engine power, power  
steering assist, and power brake assist,  
which may increase the possibility of a  
crash resulting in serious injury.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of  
crash and injury, be prepared that the  
vehicle speed may reduce and the  
vehicle may not be able to accelerate  
with full power until the coolant  
temperature reduces.  
WARNING: Do not remove the  
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is  
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10  
minutes for the cooling system to cool  
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap  
with a thick cloth to prevent the  
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the  
engine may temporarily reach a higher  
temperature during severe operating  
conditions, for example ascending a long  
or steep grade in high ambient  
temperatures.  
possibility of scalding and slowly remove  
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction  
could result in personal injury.  
Your vehicle has limited engine power  
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your  
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not  
maintain high-speed operation and the  
engine may operate poorly.  
Remember that the engine is capable of  
automatically shutting down to prevent  
engine damage. In this situation:  
At this time, you may notice the coolant  
temperature gauge moves toward the red  
zone and a message may appear in the  
information display.  
You may notice a reduction in vehicle  
speed caused by reduced engine power.  
In order to manage the engine coolant  
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this  
mode if certain high-temperature and  
high-load conditions take place. The  
amount of speed reduction depends on  
vehicle loading, grade and ambient  
temperature. If this occurs, there is no need  
to pull off the road. You can continue to  
drive your vehicle.  
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely  
possible and switch the engine off.  
2. If you are a member of a roadside  
assistance program, we recommend  
that you contact your roadside  
assistance service provider.  
3. If this is not possible, wait a short  
period for the engine to cool.  
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The air conditioning may automatically  
Do not use supplemental transmission  
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning  
agents. The use of these materials may  
affect transmission operation and result  
in damage to internal transmission  
components.  
turn on and off during severe operating  
conditions to protect the engine from  
overheating. When the coolant  
temperature decreases to the normal  
operating temperature, the air conditioning  
turns on.  
If the coolant temperature gauge moves  
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant  
temperature warning or service engine  
soon messages appear in your information  
display, do the following:  
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely  
possible and shift the transmission into  
park (P).  
2. Leave the engine running until the  
coolant temperature gauge needle  
returns to the normal position. After  
several minutes, if the temperature  
does not drop, follow the remaining  
steps.  
BRAKE FLUID CHECK  
WARNING: Do not use any fluid  
other than the recommended brake fluid  
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use  
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss  
of vehicle control, serious personal injury  
or death.  
WARNING: Only use brake fluid  
from a sealed container. Contamination  
with dirt, water, petroleum products or  
other materials may result in brake  
system damage or failure. Failure to  
adhere to this warning could result in the  
loss of vehicle control, serious personal  
injury or death.  
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to  
cool. Check the coolant level.  
4. If the coolant level is at or below the  
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant  
immediately.  
WARNING: Do not allow the fluid  
to touch your skin or eyes. If this  
happens, rinse the affected areas  
immediately with plenty of water and  
contact your physician.  
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart  
the engine and continue.  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION  
FLUID CHECK  
WARNING: The brake system  
could be affected if the brake fluid level  
is below the MIN mark or above the MAX  
mark on the brake fluid reservoir.  
The automatic transmission does not have  
a transmission fluid dipstick.  
Have an authorized dealer check and  
change the transmission fluid at the  
correct service interval. See Scheduled  
Maintenance (page 373). Your  
transmission does not consume fluid.  
However, if the transmission slips, shifts  
slowly or if you notice a sign of leaking  
fluid, contact an authorized dealer.  
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Maintenance  
For detailed interval information, see  
Scheduled Maintenance in your Owner's  
Manual or your local maintenance guide.  
WASHER FLUID CHECK  
WARNING: If you operate your  
vehicle in temperatures below 40°F  
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze  
protection. Failure to use washer fluid  
with antifreeze protection in cold  
weather could result in impaired  
windshield vision and increase the risk  
of injury or accident.  
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is  
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets  
Ford specifications. See Capacities and  
Specifications (page 278).  
State or local regulations on volatile  
organic compounds may restrict the use  
of methanol, a common windshield washer  
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids  
containing non-methanol antifreeze  
agents should be used only if they provide  
cold weather protection without damaging  
the vehicles paint finish, wiper blades or  
washer system.  
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.  
2. Look at the brake fluid reservoir to see  
where the brake fluid level is relative  
to the MIN and the MAX marks on the  
reservoir.  
Note: If the brake fluid level is between the  
MIN and the MAX marks on the reservoir, it  
is acceptable.  
Note: If the brake fluid level is below the  
MIN mark or above the MAX mark, have  
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.  
Note: To avoid fluid contamination, the  
reservoir cap must remain in place and fully  
tight, unless you are adding fluid.  
FUEL FILTER  
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime  
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel  
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement  
is not needed.  
Only use fluid that meets our  
specifications. See Capacities and  
Specifications (page 278).  
Brake Fluid Service Interval  
Brake fluid absorbs water over time which  
degrades the effectiveness of the brake  
fluid. Change the brake fluid at the  
specified intervals to prevent degraded  
braking performance.  
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Maintenance  
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY  
WARNING: This vehicle may have  
more than one battery. Removing the  
battery cables from only one battery  
does not disconnect your vehicle  
electrical system. Make sure you  
disconnect the battery cables from all  
batteries when disconnecting power.  
Failure to do so may cause serious  
personal injury or property damage.  
WARNING: Batteries normally  
produce explosive gases which can  
cause personal injury. Therefore, do not  
allow flames, sparks or lighted  
substances to come near the battery.  
When working near the battery, always  
shield your face and protect your eyes.  
Always provide correct ventilation.  
WARNING: For vehicles with  
Auto-Start-Stop the battery requirement  
is different. You must replace the battery  
with one of exactly the same  
specification.  
WARNING: When lifting a  
plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure  
on the end walls could cause acid to flow  
through the vent caps, resulting in  
personal injury and damage to the  
vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a  
battery carrier or with your hands on  
opposite corners.  
The battery is located in the engine  
compartment. See Under Hood  
Overview (page 213).  
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free  
If your vehicle battery has a cover, make  
sure you correctly install it after cleaning  
or replacing the battery.  
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the  
top of the battery clean and dry and the  
battery cables tightly fastened to the  
battery terminals. If any corrosion is  
present on the battery or terminals, remove  
the cables from the terminals and clean  
with a wire brush. You can neutralize the  
acid with a solution of baking soda and  
water.  
We recommend that you disconnect the  
negative battery cable terminal from the  
battery if you plan to store your vehicle for  
an extended period.  
WARNING: Keep batteries out of  
reach of children. Batteries contain  
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,  
eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when  
working near the battery to protect  
against possible splashing of acid  
solution. In case of acid contact with skin  
or eyes, flush immediately with water for  
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt  
medical attention. If acid is swallowed,  
call a physician immediately.  
WARNING: Battery posts,  
terminals and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash  
hands after handling.  
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Maintenance  
To maintain correct operation of the  
4. Disconnect the negative (-) battery  
cable terminal first.  
battery management system, if you add  
any electrical devices to your vehicle, do  
not connect the ground connection directly  
to the negative battery terminal. A  
connection at the negative battery terminal  
can cause inaccurate measurements of  
the battery condition and potential  
incorrect system operation.  
5. Disconnect the positive (+) battery  
cable terminal last.  
6. Remove the battery securing clamp.  
7. Remove the battery.  
8. Install in the reverse order.  
Note: Before reconnecting the battery,  
Note: Electrical accessories or components  
added to your vehicle by you or an  
authorized dealer, may adversely affect  
battery performance, durability and the  
performance of other electrical systems on  
your vehicle.  
If a replacement battery is required, we  
recommend you use a Ford replacement  
battery that matches the electrical  
requirements of your vehicle.  
If you disconnect or replace the battery  
and your vehicle has an automatic  
transmission, transmission must relearn  
its adaptive strategy. Because of this, the  
transmission may shift firmly when first  
driven. This is normal operation while the  
transmission fully updates its operation to  
optimum shift feel.  
make sure the ignition remains switched off.  
Note: If you only disconnect the negative  
battery cable terminal, make sure it is  
isolated or placed away from the battery  
terminal to avoid un-intended connection  
or arcing.  
Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals  
are fully tightened.  
Note: If you disconnect or replace the  
battery, you must reset the clock and the  
pre-set radio stations once the battery is  
reconnected.  
Battery Disposal  
Make sure that you dispose of  
old batteries in an  
environmentally friendly way.  
Seek advice from your local authority  
about recycling old batteries.  
Remove and Reinstall the Battery  
To disconnect or remove the battery, do  
the following:  
1. Apply the parking brake and switch the  
ignition off.  
CHECKING THE WIPER  
BLADES  
2. Switch all electrical equipment off, for  
example lights and radio.  
3. Wait a minimum of two minutes before  
disconnecting the battery.  
Note: The engine management system has  
a power hold function and remains powered  
for a period after you switch the ignition off.  
This is to allow diagnostic and adaptive  
tables to be stored. Disconnecting the  
battery without waiting can cause damage  
not covered by the vehicle Warranty.  
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of  
the blade to check for roughness.  
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Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid  
or water applied with a soft sponge or  
cloth.  
CHANGING THE WIPER  
BLADES  
Windshield Wiper Blades  
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade when  
lifting the wiper arm.  
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does  
not spring back against the glass when the  
wiper blade is not attached.  
2. Pull the wiper blade away from the  
wiper arm.  
3. Install the new wiper by aligning with  
the wiper arm groove and clip them  
together.  
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks  
1. Lift the wiper arm and then press the  
wiper blade locking button.  
2. Remove the wiper blade.  
3. Install in the reverse order.  
into place.  
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade when  
lifting the wiper arm.  
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does  
not spring back against the glass when the  
wiper blade is not attached.  
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks  
into place.  
Rear Window Wiper Blade  
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks  
into place.  
1. Lift the wiper arms to the maximum  
extent and hold it.  
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS  
Vertical Aim Adjustment  
The headlamps on your vehicle are  
properly aimed at the assembly plant. If  
your vehicle has been in an accident, the  
alignment of your headlamps should be  
checked by your authorized dealer.  
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A
B
C
D
8 feet (2.4 meters)  
Center height of lamp to ground  
25 feet (7.6 meters)  
Horizontal reference line  
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each  
headlamp. Using a Phillips #2  
Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps  
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a  
wall or screen on a level surface,  
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)  
away.  
2. Measure the height of the headlamp  
bulb center from the ground and mark  
an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal  
reference line on the vertical wall or  
screen at this height.  
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either  
clockwise or counterclockwise in order  
to aim the headlamp. The horizontal  
edge of the brighter light should touch  
the horizontal reference line.  
6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.  
Vehicles With High Intensity Discharge  
Headlamps  
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for  
adjusting, you may want to block the light  
from one headlamp while adjusting the  
other.  
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a  
wall or screen on a level surface,  
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)  
away.  
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to  
illuminate the wall or screen and open  
the hood.  
2. Measure the height of the headlamp  
bulb center from the ground and mark  
an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal  
reference line on the vertical wall or  
screen at this height.  
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for  
adjusting, you may want to block the light  
from one headlamp while adjusting the  
other.  
4. On the wall or screen you will observe  
a flat zone of high intensity light  
located at the top of the right hand  
portion of the beam pattern. If the top  
edge of the high intensity light zone is  
not at the horizontal reference line, the  
headlamp will need to be adjusted.  
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3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to  
6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.  
illuminate the wall or screen and open  
the hood.  
Horizontal Aim Adjustment  
Horizontal aim is not required for this  
vehicle and is non-adjustable.  
REMOVING A HEADLAMP  
Open the hood. See Opening and  
Closing the Hood (page 212).  
4. There is a distinct cut-off (change from  
light to dark) in the left portion of the  
beam pattern. The top edge of this  
cut-off should be positioned two  
inches (5 centimeters) below the  
horizontal reference line.  
Disconnect the electrical connector.  
Note: When fitting the headlamp, make  
sure that you reconnect the electrical  
connector correctly.  
Note: When fitting the headlamp, make  
sure that you fully engage the headlamp in  
the lower fixing point.  
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each  
headlamp. Using a Phillips #2  
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either  
clockwise or counterclockwise in order  
to aim the headlamp.  
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CHANGING A BULB  
Note: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb  
carefully and keep out of childrens reach.  
Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and  
do not touch the glass. The oil from your  
hand could cause the bulb to break the next  
time the headlamps are operated.  
WARNING:Bulbs can become hot.  
Let the bulb cool down before removing  
it. Failure to do so could result in  
personal injury.  
Note: Switch the lights and the ignition off.  
Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.  
A
B
C
Headlamp low beam  
Main beam.  
Side Marker.  
Note: Only fit bulbs of the correct  
specification.  
Note: The following instructions describe  
how to remove the bulbs. Fit replacements  
in the reverse order unless otherwise stated.  
Headlamp Main Beam  
Note: Do not touch the glass of the bulb.  
Headlamp  
Note: Disconnect the bulb electrical  
connectors and remove the covers to gain  
access to the bulbs.  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Carefully remove the cover.  
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3. Disconnect the electrical connector.  
4. Release the clip and remove the bulb.  
Side Marker  
Headlamp Low Beam  
Note: Do not touch the glass of the bulb.  
1. Carefully remove the cover.  
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.  
3. Release the clip and remove the bulb.  
1. Open the hood.  
2. Carefully remove the cover.  
Glove box lamp(If Equipped)  
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.  
4. Release the clip and remove the bulb.  
1. Press the compartment.  
2. Remove the box.  
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Remove the fog bezel, as indicated.  
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.  
4. Press the buttom.  
5. Remove the bulb.  
Note: Use a soft tool to avoid any damage  
to the vehicle.  
Front Fog Lamps  
Note: Do not separate the fog lamp bulb  
from the bulb holder.  
Loose and remove attachment screw.  
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Put your fingers at the back of the fog  
lamp.  
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and  
remove it.  
Direction indicators  
Note: Do not separate the fog lamp bulb  
from the bulb holder.  
Use the same process to remove the fog  
and turn indicator Lamp.  
Unplug bulb conector.  
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Remove the turn indicator bulb holder  
3. Move the cover that covers the lamp.  
4. Remove the cap that covers the lamp.  
counterclockwise and remove it.  
Side Repeater  
5. Remove the bulb and bulb holder.  
Remove the bulb.  
1. Press the side of the cover to release  
the clips.  
2. Remove the cover.  
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Rear lamps  
Direction Indicator, Tail and Brake  
Lamp  
4. Remove the screws.  
5. Remove the bulb holder.  
6. Remove the lamp.  
7. Gently press the bulb into the bulb  
holder, turn it anti-clockwise and  
remove it.  
1. Open the trim panel.  
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.  
3. Remove the wing nut.  
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Reversing Lamp  
Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise and  
remove the bulb holder from the housing.  
1. Remove wheel arch cover.  
Remove the bulb from the holder.  
Disconnect the electrical connector.  
Gently press the new bulb into the bulb  
holder, install new bulb and holder into the  
housing, turning it clockwise.  
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CentralHighMountedBrakeLamp  
Interior Lamp  
Note: On some vehicles the lamps are LED.  
They are not serviceable items, please  
consult a Ford Dealer if they fail.  
Vanity lamp (If Equipped)  
1. Carefully remove the lamp.  
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise  
and remove it.  
3. Remove the bulb.  
1. Carefully release the spring clip.  
2. Remove the lamp.  
3. Turn the bulb anti-clockwise and  
remove it.  
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2. Carefully remove the lamp.  
Reading Lamps  
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise  
and remove it.  
4. Remove the bulb.  
Luggage Compartment Lamp,  
Footwell Lamp and Tailgate Lamp  
(If Equipped)  
1. Carefully remove the lamp.  
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise  
and remove it.  
3. Remove the bulb.  
1. Carefully remove the lamp.  
2. Carefully remove  
3. Remove the bulb.  
Map Lamp (driver side)(If Equipped)  
1. Position the visor down.  
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART  
Lamp  
Front direction indicator.  
Front fog lamps.  
Specification  
W28/8W  
H8W  
Power (watt)  
28/8  
35  
5
Side repeater.  
WY5W  
W5W  
Side marker reflector.  
Rear direction indicator.  
Brake and tail lamp.  
Reversing lamps.  
5
WY21W  
W21/5W  
P21W  
21  
21/5  
21  
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Lamp  
Number plate lamp.  
Specification  
Power (watt)  
W5W  
W5W  
W5W  
LED  
5
5
5
-
Luggage compartment lamp.  
Vanity lamp.  
Daytime running lamps.  
Low Series  
Lamp  
Specification  
Power (watt)  
Headlamp high beam.  
Headlamp lown beam.  
HB3  
H11  
60  
55  
Mid Series  
Lamp  
Specification  
Power (watt)  
Headlamp high beam.  
Headlamp lown beam.  
HB3  
H11  
60  
55  
Note: On some vehicles the lamps are LED.  
These are not serviceable items, please  
consult your dealer if they fail.  
Changing the Air Filter Element  
1. Remove the two clips that secure the  
air filter housing cover.  
2. Carefully separate the two halves of  
the air filter housing.  
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR  
FILTER  
3. Remove the air filter element from the  
air filter housing.  
4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover  
clean to remove any dirt or debris and  
to ensure good sealing.  
5. Install a new air filter element. Be  
careful not to crimp the filter element  
edges between the air filter housing  
and cover. This could cause filter  
damage and allow unfiltered air to  
enter the engine if not properly seated.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of  
vehicle damage and personal burn  
injuries, do not start your engine with the  
air cleaner removed and do not remove  
it while the engine is running.  
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter  
element may result in severe engine  
damage.  
6. Fix the air filter housing cover and  
install the clips.  
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DRIVE BELT ROUTING - 2.0L  
DRIVE BELT ROUTING - 1.0L  
ECOBOOST™  
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