Ford Edge (2018 year). Manual — part 73

Engine

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Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.

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Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.

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With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.

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We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.

Fuel system

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Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.

Cooling system

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Protect against freezing temperatures.

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When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.

Battery

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Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.

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If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.

Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.

Brakes

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Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Tires

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Maintain recommended air pressure.

Miscellaneous

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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.

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Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.

Removing Vehicle From Storage

When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
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Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.

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Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

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Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.

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Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.

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Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.

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Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.

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Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.

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If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.

Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.

BODY STYLING KITS

The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Use only approved wheel and tire sizes,
using other sizes could damage your
vehicle. If you change the diameter of the
tires from that fitted at the factory, the
speedometer may not display the correct
speed. Take your vehicle to an authorized
Ford dealer to have the system
reprogrammed. If you intend to change the
size of the wheels from that fitted by the
manufacturer, you can check the suitability
with an authorized dealer.

Additional information related to the
functionality and maintenance of your tires
can be found later in this chapter. See Tire
Care (page 305).

The Ford recommended tire inflation
pressures can be found on the Tire Label,
which is located on the B-pillar or the edge
of the driver's door. This information can
also be found on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to either the
door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the
door edge that meets the door last post;
next to the driver’s seating position).

Ford strongly recommends maintaining
these tire pressures at all times. Failure to
follow the tire pressure recommendations
can cause uneven treadwear patterns,
reduced fuel economy, and adversely
affect the way your vehicle handles.

Note: Check and set the tire pressure at the
ambient temperature in which you are
intending to drive your vehicle and when the
tires are cold.

Note: Check your tire pressures at least
once per month.

Set the pressure for your spare tire to the
highest value given for your vehicle and tire
size combination (if equipped).

Notice to utility vehicle and truck
owners

WARNINGS

Utility vehicles have a significantly
higher rollover rate than other types
of vehicles. To reduce the risk of

serious injury or death from a rollover or
other crash you must avoid sharp turns and
abrupt maneuvers, drive at safe speeds for
the conditions, keep tires inflated to Ford
recommended pressures, never overload
or improperly load your vehicle, and make
sure every passenger is properly restrained.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to
die than a person wearing a seat belt.

All occupants must wear seat belts and
children/infants must use appropriate
restraints to minimize the risk of injury or
ejection.

Do not become overconfident in the
ability of four-wheel drive vehicles.
Although a four-wheel drive vehicle

may accelerate better than a two-wheel
drive vehicle in low traction situations, it
won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive
vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed.

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Utility vehicles and trucks handle
differently than passenger cars in the
various driving conditions that are
encountered on streets, highways and
off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not
designed for cornering at speeds as high
as passenger cars any more than low-slung
sports cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily under off-road conditions.

Study your owner's manual and any
supplements for specific information about
equipment features, instructions for safe
driving and additional precautions to
reduce the risk of an accident or serious
injury.

How your vehicle differs from
other vehicles

Sport utility vehicles and trucks can differ
from some other vehicles in a few
noticeable ways. Your vehicle may be:

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Higher - to allow higher load carrying
capacity and to allow it to travel over
rough terrain without getting hung up
or damaging underbody components.

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Shorter - to give it the capability to
approach inclines and drive over the
crest of a hill without getting hung up
or damaging underbody components.
All other things held equal, a shorter
wheelbase may make your vehicle
quicker to respond to steering inputs
than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase.

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Narrower - to provide greater
maneuverability in tight spaces,
particularly in off-road use.