Service and repair manuals for 11 model years of the Ford Flex, 2009 to 2019. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Ford published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC · 3.5L V6 — 213 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 26 recalls, 2,434 owner complaints and 361 technical service bulletins are logged for the Flex. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Flex year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $55.99 | 3 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2018 | $55.99 | 3 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2017 | $42.99 | 4 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2016 | $42.99 | 3 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2015 | $42.99 | 3 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2014 | $42.99 | 2 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2013 | $42.99 | 4 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2012 | $42.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · Titanium Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2011 | $42.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · Titanium Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2010 | $42.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6; 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2009 | $42.99 | 1 | 3.5L V6 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2019 Flex manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 1,576
- General Information 1,773
- Accessories & Equipment 2,860
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 269
- Body & Frame 995
- Maintenance 73
- Brakes 276
- Restraints 240
- Drivelines & Axles 43
- Steering 67
- Electrical 1,883
- Suspension 223
- Engine Mechanical 424
- Transmission 292
- Engine Performance 1,618
- Front 258
- Rear 258
- Radiator Cap Pressure 14
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Flex manual | $42.99–$55.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Flex manual
Which Flex years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2009 to 2019 — 11 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Ford Flex manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Ford published for the Flex, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Flex wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Flex manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Flex recalls?
26 recalls are on federal record across the 2009–2019 Flex, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Ford dealers.
Why do some Flex years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2009–2017 at $42.99, 2018–2019 at $55.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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