Ford Expedition (2018 year). Manual — part 78

GENERAL INFORMATION

Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.

If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.

Precautions

•

Do not work on a hot engine.

•

Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.

•

Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.

•

Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.

Working with the Engine Off

1.

Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).

2. Switch off the engine.

3. Block the wheels.

Working with the Engine On

WARNING

To reduce the risk of vehicle damage
and/or personal burn injuries, do not
start your engine with the air cleaner

removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running.

1.

Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).

2. Block the wheels.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD

1.

Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left hand side
of the instrument panel.

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2. Go to the front of your vehicle and

locate the secondary release lever
under the front of the hood near the
center of your vehicle.

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3. Raise the hood until the lift cylinders

hold it open.

4. To close, lower the hood and make

sure that it is properly closed and fully
latched.

UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW

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Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 324).

A.

Power distribution box. See Changing a Fuse (page 313).

B.

Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 325).

C.

Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 317).

D.

Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 317).

E.

Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 324).

F.

Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 333).

G.

Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 319).

H.

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

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MIN

A

MAX

B

ENGINE OIL CHECK

To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:

1.

Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).

2. Run the engine until it reaches normal

operating temperature.

3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level

ground.

4. Switch the engine off and wait 15

minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.

5. Open the hood. See Opening and

Closing the Hood

(page 315).

6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with

a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under
Hood Overview

(page 316).

7.

Replace the dipstick and remove it
again to check the oil level. See
Engine Oil Dipstick

(page 317).

8. Make sure that the oil level is between

the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See Capacities
and Specifications

(page 374).

9. If the oil level is correct, replace the

dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.

Note:

Do not remove the dipstick when the

engine is running.

Note:

If the oil level is between the

maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.

Note:

The oil consumption of new engines

reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km).

Adding Engine Oil

WARNING

Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.

Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.

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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection 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 316).

Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.

3. Add engine oil that meets Ford

specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications

(page 374). 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 and make 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

maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may 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 the main menu scroll to:

Action and description

Message

Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.

Settings

Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.

Vehicle

Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.

Oil Life

Press and hold the OK
button until the instrument
cluster displays the
following message.

Hold OK to
Reset

Reset Successful

When the oil change indic-
ator resets the instrument
cluster displays 100%.

Remaining Life

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