FORD 2011 Flex v.1 - Manual (Page 399)

Oil
Change
S
ervice
Interval*
11
12
13
14
15
Change
engine
oil
and
filter
••
•
•
•
Rotate
tires,
inspect
tire
wear
and
measure
tread
depth
••
•
•
•
Inspect
wheels
and
related
components
for
abnormal
noise,
wear
,
looseness
or
drag
••
•
•
•
Perform
multi-point
inspection
(recommended)
••
•
•
•
Inspect
automatic
transmission
fluid
level
(if
equipped
with
a
dipstick);
consult
dealer
for
requirements
••
•
•
•
Inspect
brake
pads,
shoes,
rotors,
drums,
brake
linings,
hoses
and
parking
brake
••
•
•
•
Inspect
engine
cooling
system
for
strength,
and
hoses
••
•
•
•
Inspect
exhaust
system
and
heat
shields
••
•
•
•
Inspect
half-shaft
boots
(if
equipped)
••
•
•
•
Inspect
steering
linkage,
ball
joints,
suspension,
tie-rod
ends,
driveshaft
and
U-joints;
lubricate
if
equipped
with
grease
fittings
••
•
•
•
Inspect
cabin
air
filter
(if
equipped)
••
•
*Oil
change
service
intervals
should
be
completed
as
indicated
by
the
instrument
cluster
message
center
Reset
your
Intelligent
Oil
L
ife
Monitor™
after
each
engine
oil
and
filter
change;
refer
to
the
Instrument
Cluster
chapter
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
399
2011 Flex (471)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)