Segment:
Mid-size Crossover SUV
Usp:
Stylish design, comfortable ride, available AWD, spacious interior
Competitors:
Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Chevrolet Equinox, Nissan Murano
Design:
Distinctive Ford styling, inspired by the Ford Edge Concept
Interior Comfort:
Spacious seating, available panoramic vista roof, thoughtful storage solutions
Performance:
Choice of two powerful engines, refined handling
Primary Coverage:
Service and Repair
Secondary Coverage:
Maintenance, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting
Estimated Page Count:
Thousands (Digital)
Type:
Online Service & Repair Manual Software
Format:
Web-based (Internet Connection Required)
Access Duration:
1 Year (with renewal options)
Engine Mechanical:
Complete Engine Systems (3.5L V6, 2.5L I4)
Engine Control:
ECM, Fuel Injection, Ignition, Emissions
Transmission:
Automatic Transaxle (6F50/6F55)
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System, Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
Suspension:
Front MacPherson Strut, Rear Multi-link
Steering:
Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Brakes:
Hydraulic System, ABS, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Electrical:
Complete Wiring Diagrams, Fuses, Relays, ECUs
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Climate Control
Body Exterior:
Body Panels, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Glass
Body Interior:
Seats, Trim, Dash, Consoles
Restraints:
Airbags, Seatbelts
Maintenance:
Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks, Spark Plug Replacement
Diagnostics:
OBD-II Codes, Component Testing, Symptom-Based Troubleshooting
Repair:
Engine Rebuild, Transmission Overhaul, Suspension Component Replacement, Brake Caliper Service
Installation:
Component Replacement, Accessory Installation
Troubleshooting:
Step-by-step diagnostic flowcharts
Depth:
Factory-Level Detail
Detail Level:
Comprehensive, step-by-step instructions with diagrams and specifications
Transmission Type:
6-speed Automatic (6F50)
Optional Transmission Type:
6-speed Automatic (6F55 for AWD models)
Transmission Features:
SelectShift™ Electronic Gear Selection, Sequential Manual Mode
Transmission Fluid Type:
MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 stars
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Yes
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control
Esc:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (AdvanceTrac™)
Airbags:
Front Driver & Passenger Airbags, Side-Curtain Airbags, Front Side Airbags
Seat Belts:
3-point Restraint System with Pretensioners
Oil Change Interval:
7,500 miles or 12 months (synthetic blend)
Tire Rotation Interval:
7,500 miles
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or as needed
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 100,000 miles (under normal conditions)
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 5W-20, API Certified, Meets Ford WSS-M2C930-A
Engine Oil Capacity V6:
6.5 Quarts (with filter)
Engine Oil Capacity I4:
5.0 Quarts (with filter)
Coolant Type:
Ford Premium Engine Coolant (Yellow) - WSS-M97B44-D2
Common Issue 1:
Transmission shudder or hesitation, especially on early models.
Common Issue 2:
Power steering fluid leaks or pump noise (EPAS system).
Common Issue 3:
Water pump leaks or failure on the 3.5L V6 engine.
Common Issue 4:
HVAC blower motor resistor failure.
Ford Heritage:
Pioneering American automaker with over a century of automotive innovation.
Generation:
First Generation (2007-2010)
Design Influence:
Based on the Mazda 6 platform, shared with Lincoln MKX and MKZ.
Assembly Location:
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
