Automotive Specialist WHAT IS A CONNECTED VEHICLE A connected vehicle has technology that allows your vehicle to connect to a mobile network and for you to access a range of features. When used in conjunction with the FordPass app, it could allow you to monitor and control your vehicle further, for example checking the tire pressures, and … Read more
LOCATING THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number is on the left-hand side of the instrument panel. MACH- E VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OVERVIEW The vehicle identification number contains the following information: AWorld manufacturer identifier.BBrake system, gross vehicle weight rating, restraint devices and their locations.CMake, vehicle line, series, body type.DEngine or motor type.ECheck digit.FModel … Read more
MOTORCRAFT PARTS Component Motorcraft Part Number 12-volt battery. BHAGM-H3 Cabin air filter. FP-99 Windshield wiper blade. WW-2432 (driver side) WW-2052 (passenger side) WW-1207 (rear window) We recommend Motorcraft parts that are available at your authorized dealer or at www.fordparts.com. We engineer these parts for your … Read more
WHEEL NUTS WARNING: When you install a wheel, 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 to secure any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub so they … Read more
WHAT IS THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM The tire pressure monitoring system measures the vehicle’s tire pressure. A warning lamp illuminates if one or more tires are significantly underinflated or if there is a system malfunction. VIEWING THE TIRE PRESSURES To view the current tire pressures, use the information display or touchscreen. TIRE PRESSURE … Read more
WHAT IS THE TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR KIT The kit consists of an air compressor to re-inflate the tire and a canister of sealing compound that effectively seals most punctures. This kit provides a temporary tire repair allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) … Read more
CHECKING THE TIRE PRESSURES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Every day before you drive, check your tires. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge. Inflate all tires to the recommended inflation pressure. See Inflating … Read more
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 … Read more
PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE FOR STORAGE If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30 days or more, read the following maintenance recommendations to make sure your vehicle stays in good operating condition. We engineer and test all vehicles and their components for reliable, regular driving. Under various conditions, long-term storage may lead to degraded performance or … Read more
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. We recommend that you only clean the instrument panel and cluster lens with a damp soft cloth. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth. For additional … Read more