2018-Flex-Owner's-Manual

Maintenance

Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by theAmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission systemprotection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricants Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC). To top up the engine oil level do the following: 1. Clean the area surrounding the engine oil filler cap before you remove it. 2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview (page 245). Turn it counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. See Capacities and Specifications (page 305). You may have to use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 4. Recheck the oil level. 5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick andmake sure it is fully seated. 6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong resistance. Note: Do not add oil further than the maximummark. Oil levels above the maximummarkmay cause engine damage. Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap correctly. Note: Soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately. OIL CHANGE INDICATOR RESET Use the information display controls on the steering wheel to reset the oil change indicator.

From themainmenu scroll to:

Message

Action and description

Settings

Press the right arrowbutton, then from this menu scroll to the following message. Press the right arrowbutton, then from this menu scroll to the following message. Press the right arrowbutton, then from this menu scroll to the following message. Press and hold the OK button until the instrument Reset Successful When the oil change indic- ator resets the instrument cluster displays 100%. Remaining Life {00}% If the instrument cluster displays one of the following messages, repeat the process. Not Reset Reset Cancelled cluster displays the following message.

Vehicle

Oil Life

Hold OK to Reset

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