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... Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Changing the wiper blades Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 318 326 328 331 332 336 338 345 363 366 367 371 3 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing... USA (fus) Table of Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker ...
... Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Changing the wiper blades Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 318 326 328 331 332 336 338 345 363 366 367 371 3 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing... USA (fus) Table of Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker ...
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... trip elapsed drive time. Press and release RESET in order to pause the timer. 3. FUEL LEVEL 8. DOOR AJAR STATUS 5. An oil change is present. 1. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 22 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED 11. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. Note: Some systems show a message...
... trip elapsed drive time. Press and release RESET in order to pause the timer. 3. FUEL LEVEL 8. DOOR AJAR STATUS 5. An oil change is present. 1. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 22 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED 11. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. Note: Some systems show a message...
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... equipped) This feature sounds a tone to turn it off or on. Press and release SETUP to change , perform the following: 1. Press RESET to display "OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW". 2. Press RESET to select the new autolamp delay values of ... it off or on. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to three minutes after each oil change between English and Metric. AUTOLAMP This feature keeps your headlights on for easy exit/entry from the... being turned off. Press RESET to turn it off or on . 23 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... equipped) This feature sounds a tone to turn it off or on. Press and release SETUP to change , perform the following: 1. Press RESET to display "OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW". 2. Press RESET to select the new autolamp delay values of ... it off or on. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to three minutes after each oil change between English and Metric. AUTOLAMP This feature keeps your headlights on for easy exit/entry from the... being turned off. Press RESET to turn it off or on . 23 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... POWER STEERING NOW - The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON - Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is in the Driving chapter for more information. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - TRACTION CONTROL ON - Displayed when a fault has occurred with the active park assist...stays on or continues to come on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 26 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to a ...
... POWER STEERING NOW - The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON - Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is in the Driving chapter for more information. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED - TRACTION CONTROL ON - Displayed when a fault has occurred with the active park assist...stays on or continues to come on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 26 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to a ...
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... antifreeze additive. Refer to fill the reservoir if the level is secured with antifreeze protection. This shield needs to use of injury or accident. 330 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Only use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. Washer fluids... only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. Do not use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. It is low. Failure to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes.
... antifreeze additive. Refer to fill the reservoir if the level is secured with antifreeze protection. This shield needs to use of injury or accident. 330 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Only use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. Washer fluids... only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. Do not use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. It is low. Failure to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes.
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...are designed for your vehicle's engine. If a replacement oil filter is not covered by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Change your engine oil according to engine damage that is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or... Look for your engine application. 334 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are unnecessary and could lead to...
...are designed for your vehicle's engine. If a replacement oil filter is not covered by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Change your engine oil according to engine damage that is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or... Look for your engine application. 334 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are unnecessary and could lead to...
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..., start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. Do not use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by Ford warranty. They are designed for added engine protection and long life. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in this section for more information. and...is used that is not covered by the American Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine application. 335 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) An oil with equivalent performance for your engine and engine's warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent...
..., start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. Do not use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by Ford warranty. They are designed for added engine protection and long life. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in this section for more information. and...is used that is not covered by the American Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine application. 335 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) An oil with equivalent performance for your engine and engine's warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent...
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...8226; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. 353 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to turn off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air ...8226; Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down may eliminate the need to change a number of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. slowing down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). ...
...8226; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. 353 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to turn off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air ...8226; Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down may eliminate the need to change a number of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. slowing down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]). ...
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...ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting. Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from oil and solvents. Confirm there are disconnected, it reaches normal operating temperature. • With your vehicle for more than 30 days ... running. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. The vehicle should be changed prior to reset memory features. 365 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Cover ...
...ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting. Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from oil and solvents. Confirm there are disconnected, it reaches normal operating temperature. • With your vehicle for more than 30 days ... running. Add a quality gas stabilizer product to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. The vehicle should be changed prior to reset memory features. 365 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Cover ...
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... PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark Plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade...fully released. Maintenance and Specifications Brakes • Make sure brakes and parking brake are not used. 366 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals...all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are covered with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to lubricate working ...
... PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark Plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade...fully released. Maintenance and Specifications Brakes • Make sure brakes and parking brake are not used. 366 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals...all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are covered with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to lubricate working ...
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... oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A (3.5L V6 engine) or WSS-M2C946-A (3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine) and the API Certification mark. 5 See your vehicle. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes.... Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Ford Part Name or Ford Part Number / equivalent Ford Specification Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer ZC-32-A (US) Concentrate (US) CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) Premium Quality (Canada) / Windshield Washer Fluid WSB-M8B16-A2/- (Canada) 1 2 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
... oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A (3.5L V6 engine) or WSS-M2C946-A (3.5L V6 EcoBoost engine) and the API Certification mark. 5 See your vehicle. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes.... Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Ford Part Name or Ford Part Number / equivalent Ford Specification Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer ZC-32-A (US) Concentrate (US) CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) Premium Quality (Canada) / Windshield Washer Fluid WSB-M8B16-A2/- (Canada) 1 2 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing...
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...message in the message center at the proper oil change service interval; When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED appears in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ must be reset after each oil change . 382 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...It is an investment that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications as identified in the message center display, it's time for completed maintenance are committed to meeting your last oil change ; Protecting your investment Maintenance is your continuing ...
...message in the message center at the proper oil change service interval; When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED appears in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ must be reset after each oil change . 382 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...It is an investment that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications as identified in the message center display, it's time for completed maintenance are committed to meeting your last oil change ; Protecting your investment Maintenance is your continuing ...
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Factory-trained technicians Service technicians participate in this owner's guide. 384 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and we stand behind them become experts on the operation of your vehicle. There are provided in extensive factory-sponsored ... your service visit more convenient. Parts installed at the intervals indicated. With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to help keep your vehicle running great.
Factory-trained technicians Service technicians participate in this owner's guide. 384 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and we stand behind them become experts on the operation of your vehicle. There are provided in extensive factory-sponsored ... your service visit more convenient. Parts installed at the intervals indicated. With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to help keep your vehicle running great.
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... you won't have to remember to heavy load/towing 5000-7499 - Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on several important factors in the message center. No, or moderate, load/towing (12000-16000) - Extreme hot or cold operation 388 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Mountainous or off-road conditions (8000...
... you won't have to remember to heavy load/towing 5000-7499 - Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on several important factors in the message center. No, or moderate, load/towing (12000-16000) - Extreme hot or cold operation 388 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Mountainous or off-road conditions (8000...
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... or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 389 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and...) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change ;
... or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 389 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and...) Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change ;
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... 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) 390 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140... drive belt(s) • • Change automatic transmission fluid and filter • Change manual transmission fluid • Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last • 100,000 miles (160,000 km) 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the last oil change.
... 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) 390 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140... drive belt(s) • • Change automatic transmission fluid and filter • Change manual transmission fluid • Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last • 100,000 miles (160,000 km) 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the last oil change.
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...,000 km) automatic transmission fluid replacement. Scheduled Maintenance SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace... engine air filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) 394 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
...,000 km) automatic transmission fluid replacement. Scheduled Maintenance SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace... engine air filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) 394 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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... the preceding table when specified or within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change ; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Exclusive use of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, Replace...000 km) Focus) Every 50,000 miles Change manual transmission fluid (80,000 km) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 395 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA...
... the preceding table when specified or within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change ; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Exclusive use of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, Replace...000 km) Focus) Every 50,000 miles Change manual transmission fluid (80,000 km) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 395 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA...
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... If the vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that is less than the API SM (i.e. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at wide-open throttle for details). This interval can be...or equivalent for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil or SM or greater, the normal oil change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is 5,000 miles (8,000 km). SL) category, then the oil change may be waived if the axle is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 398 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
... If the vehicle is registered in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that is less than the API SM (i.e. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at wide-open throttle for details). This interval can be...or equivalent for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil or SM or greater, the normal oil change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is 5,000 miles (8,000 km). SL) category, then the oil change may be waived if the axle is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 398 2012 Flex (471) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface rust, deterioration and damage of paint, trim, upholstery, and other fluids • Wiper blades • oil/air filters • Wheel alignments and tire balancing • tire rotation/inflation • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 13 You, as... • windstorm, lightening, hail • earthquake • freezing, water or flood • stone chips, scratches (some examples are : • oil changes • clutch linings • oils, lubricants, other appearance items that result from use and/or exposure to the elements.
...Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover surface rust, deterioration and damage of paint, trim, upholstery, and other fluids • Wiper blades • oil/air filters • Wheel alignments and tire balancing • tire rotation/inflation • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 13 You, as... • windstorm, lightening, hail • earthquake • freezing, water or flood • stone chips, scratches (some examples are : • oil changes • clutch linings • oils, lubricants, other appearance items that result from use and/or exposure to the elements.