Target Audience:
Families and buyers needing seven-passenger crossover utility; manual serves professional technicians and DIY owners
Competitive Advantage:
Boxy, roomy interior with flat load floor, available EcoBoost turbocharged V6, distinctive upright styling versus car-based SUV rivals
Key Features:
Available all-wheel drive, available EcoBoost 3.5L twin-turbo V6, optional second-row refrigerated console, SYNC infotainment availability
Coverage Areas:
Complete repair, maintenance, rebuild, refurbish and restoration procedures for 2009-2012 Ford Flex
Manual Type:
Factory-style service, repair and workshop manual with wiring schematics
Delivery Method:
Instant download upon completion of payment - no shipping cost or waiting
Printing:
All pages printable; print only what you need for the workshop
Engine Service and Repair:
Complete disassembly, rebuilding and rebuild specifications for all engines
Transmission Service:
Transaxle and transmission removal, overhaul and adjustment procedures
Brake System:
Hydraulic system, disc/drum brakes, parking brake service and diagnostics
Suspension and Steering:
Front and rear suspension, wheel alignment, power steering service
HVAC System:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning diagnostics and component replacement
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, schematics, connectors, grounds and circuit testing
Charging and Starting:
Battery, alternator, starter testing and replacement
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel delivery, exhaust and emission control systems
Body and Interior:
Panels, trim, seats, glass, bumpers and exterior components
Restraint Systems:
Airbag and seatbelt service precautions and procedures
Diagnostics:
Trouble code diagnosis, symptom charts and troubleshooting charts
Maintenance Procedures:
Fluids, filters, adjustments and scheduled service operations
Torque Specifications:
Complete fastener torque specifications throughout
Technical Depth:
Step-by-step instructions with detailed illustrations and diagrams
Parts Information:
Component identification, part location and exploded-view illustrations
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams and wiring schematics on every relevant procedure
Special Tools:
Special tool usage where required by factory procedures
Layout:
All pages printable for garage or workshop use
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
3.5L Duratec V6
Optional Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6 (2010-2012)
Fuel System:
Sequential electronic multi-port fuel injection
Performance:
Approximately 262 hp (Duratec V6); approximately 355 hp (EcoBoost V6)
Service Coverage:
Full overhaul, timing, torque and diagnostic specifications for both engines
Wheelbase:
Approximately 117.9 in (2,995 mm)
Overall Length:
Approximately 201.8 in (5,126 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4,400-4,800 lb depending on trim and drivetrain
Crash Test Ratings:
NHTSA five-star overall rating for this generation (verify by model year)
Active Features:
ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, tire pressure monitoring
Passive Features:
Front, side and curtain airbags, safety belt pretensioners, LATCH child seat anchors
Manual Coverage:
Full restraint system service precautions and procedures included
Infotainment:
AM/FM/CD audio with available SYNC voice-activated system
Driver Assistance:
Rearview camera and rear parking sensors available on upper trims
Comfort Technology:
Dual-zone automatic climate control, power liftgate available
Manual Coverage:
Electrical schematics for audio, SYNC and body control circuits included
Service Intervals:
Oil and filter change approximately every 5,000-7,500 miles per normal/severe schedule
Fluid Specifications:
Motorcraft engine oil specification, Mercon LV automatic transmission fluid, specified coolant
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors, sway bar links, front control arm bushings, water pump (EcoBoost)
Manual Coverage:
Complete scheduled maintenance tables and fluid capacities included
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Model Evolution:
Introduced for 2009 as a full-size seven-passenger crossover; EcoBoost V6 added in 2010
Production Location:
Oakville Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
Generation:
First generation (2009-2019) covered by this manual for 2009-2012
