Ford Protect

In this manual: Ford Protect
Introduction — 1Symbol Glossary — 1Data Privacy — 7At a Glance — 1Child Safety — 11Seat Belts — 9Personal Safety System™ — 1Airbags — 8Pedestrian Warning System. 911 Assist — 1Keys and Remote Controls — 8MyKey™ — 5Doors & Locks — 5Keyless Entry — 6Easy Entry and Exit — 1Liftgate - Vehicles With: Manual Liftgate — 3Liftgate - Vehicles With: Power Liftgate — 6Safety — 4Steering Wheel — 1Wipers and Washers — 7Exterior Lighting — 8Interior Lighting — 4Windows — 3Interior Mirror — 1Exterior Mirrors — 1Sunroof (if equipped) — 4Instrument Cluster — 16Instrument Cluster Display — 14Trip Computer — 3Head-Up Display (If Equipped) — 1Remote Start — 5Climate Control — 7Cabin Air Quality — 1Front Seats — 5Rear Seats — 1Rear Seat Reminder — 1Memory Function — 1Garage Door Opener — 7USB Ports — 3Power Point - Vehicles With: 12V Outlet — 1Wireless Accessory Charger — 1Storage — 1Starting and Stopping the Engine — 9Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information — 6Auto Start-Stop — 1Fuel and Refueling — 10Catalytic Converter — 1High-Voltage Battery — 1Charging Your Vehicle – Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) — 7Automatic Transmission — 8All-Wheel Drive — 1Brakes — 4Electric parking brake — 1Hill Start Assist — 1Auto Hold — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Steering — 1Park Aid — 7Rearview Camera — 1Active Park Assist — 5Cruise Control — 1Adaptive Cruise Control — 10Drive Mode Control — 5Lane Keeping System — 6Blind Spot Information System — 5Cross-Traffic Alert — 5Pre-Collision Assist — 9Driver Alert — 4Traffic Sign Recognition — 4Loading — 6Cargo Area — 1Trailer Hitch Connection — 3Towing a Trailer — 4Trailer Sway Control — 1Driving Tips — 4Breakdown and Emergency Information — 7Towing Your Vehicle — 4Fuses — 4Maintenance — 14Vehicle Care — 5Body Styling Kits — 1Storing Your Vehicle — 1Wheels and Tires Information — 6Tire Care — 4Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit — 8Tire Pressure Monitoring System — 4Road Wheel Replacement — 1Capacities and Specifications — 16Vehicle Identification — 1Connected Vehicle — 4Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot — 3Audio System — 8SYNC™ (if equipped) — 9SYNC™ 3 (if equipped) — 41Accessories — 1Ford Protect — 1Scheduled Maintenance — 4Customer Information — 23Appendices — 3
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WHAT IS FORD PROTECT

Protect yourself from rising vehicle repair costs with the Ford Protect extended service plan.

Ford Protect Extended Service Plans - U.S. Only

Ford Protect Extended Service Plans mean peace of mind. Extended service plans are backed by Ford Motor Company and provide additional protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When you visit your Ford dealer, insist on a Ford Protect Extended Service Plan.

Ford Protect can pay for itself quickly

A single trip to the service center can easily exceed the price of your Ford Protect extended service plan. With Ford Protect extended service plan, you minimize the risk of unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.

Up to 1000+ covered vehicle components

There are four mechanical Ford Protect extended service plans with different levels of coverage. Contact an authorized dealer for details.

  1. PremiumCARE is our most comprehensive coverage. With more than 1000 covered components, this plan is so complete that it is probably easier to list what is not covered.
  2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components and includes many high-tech items.
  3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
  4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 key components.

Ford Protect Extended Service Plans are available at all authorized Ford dealers in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

This means you receive:

  • Reliable, quality service at any Ford or Lincoln dealership.
  • Repairs performed by factory-trained technicians using genuine replacement parts.

Rental Vehicle Reimbursement

First Day Rental Benefit: If you bring your vehicle to a dealer for service, we will provide you with a rental vehicle to use during the day. Extended Rental Benefits: If your vehicle is kept overnight for repair, you are entitled to a rental vehicle for service, warranty repair and on-site service actions.

Roadside Assistance

Exclusive 24-hour roadside assistance, 7 days a week, including:

  • Towing, flat tire change and battery jump start.
  • Out of fuel and lockout assistance.
  • Trip interruption reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
  • Taxi, transfer, rental car coverage or other transportation assistance.

Transferable Coverage

If you sell your vehicle before the Ford Protect extended service plan expires, you may transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. This gives you and your prospective buyer peace of mind.

Lower Costs for Proper Vehicle Maintenance

The Ford Protect extended service plan also offers a Premium maintenance plan that covers all scheduled maintenance and selected wear items. Coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about the cost of maintaining your vehicle.

Covered maintenance includes:

  • Wiper blades.
  • Spark plugs.
  • Clutch disc (if equipped).
  • Brake pads and linings.
  • Shock absorbers.
  • Struts.
  • Engine belts.
  • Engine coolant hoses, clamps and O-rings.
  • Diesel exhaust fluid top-off (if equipped).
  • Cabin air filter replacement every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) for electric-only vehicles.

Zero-percent financing options

With only a 5% down payment, you can get the protection and benefits that the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan can offer at an affordable price, with no interest and no finance charges, through a payment program that lets you pay over time. You are pre-approved with no credit check and no hassle. To learn more, call our Ford Protect Extended Service Plan specialists at 800-367-3377.

Ford Protect Extended Service Plan

P.O. Box 321067

Detroit, Michigan 48232

Ford Protect Extended Service Plan (Canada only)

You can get additional protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Protect Extended Service Plan. The Ford Protect Extended Service Plan is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan you purchase, the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan provides benefits such as:

  • Rental car reimbursement.
  • Coverage for certain maintenance items and wear items.
  • Protection against repair costs after the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage expires.
  • Roadside assistance benefits.

Several versions of the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan are available with different terms, mileage and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to your individual driving needs, including towing and rental reimbursement. When you purchase a Ford Protect Extended Service Plan, you receive additional peace-of-mind protection throughout Canada, the United States and Mexico, provided by the network of participating Ford Motor Company authorized dealers.

This information is subject to change. Visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan that is right for you.

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