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August 2020
First Printing
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2021
POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY
Owner’s Manual
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission.
Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2020
All rights reserved.
Part Number: 202007 20200713110942
California Proposition 65
WARNING:
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling
.
Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Manual ..........................................7
Symbols Glossary ............................................7
Perchlorate .........................................................9
Ford Credit ..........................................................9
Replacement Parts Recommendation
...........................................................................10
Special Notices ...............................................10
Mobile Communications Equipment
.............................................................................11
Export Unique Options .................................12
Data Privacy
Data Privacy .....................................................13
Service Data .....................................................14
Event Data ........................................................14
Settings Data ...................................................15
Mobile Device Data ........................................15
Emergency Call System Data ....................16
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................17
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ...........................................18
Child Safety
General Information .....................................20
Installing Child Restraints ..........................22
Booster Seats .................................................28
Child Restraint Positioning ........................30
Child Safety Locks .........................................32
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation ..................................33
Fastening the Seatbelts .............................34
Seatbelt Height Adjustment .....................36
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime ............................................................36
Seatbelt Reminder ........................................37
Maintenance ...............................................38
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................39
Personal Safety System™
Personal Safety System™ ........................40
Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation ..................................41
Driver and Passenger Airbags ...................42
Front Passenger Sensing System ...........43
Side Airbags ....................................................45
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags .......46
Safety Canopy™ ...........................................46
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator .......47
Airbag Disposal ..............................................53
Pedestrian Protection - Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (HEV)
Pedestrian Alert System ............................54
Keys and Remote Controls
Frequencies .................................................55
Remote Control .............................................55
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
...........................................................................57
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ................................58
Liftgate
Manual Liftgate ...............................................61
Security
Anti-Theft Alarm ...........................................63
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ..................65
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Audio Control .................................................65
Voice Control ..................................................66
Cruise Control ................................................66
Information Display Control .....................66
Horn ...................................................................66
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers ........................................67
Windshield Washers ....................................67
Rear Window Wiper and Washers ..........67
Lighting
General Information ....................................69
Lighting Control .............................................69
Autolamps .......................................................70
Instrument Lighting Dimmer ......................71
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
............................................................................71
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...........71
Front Fog Lamps .............................................71
Direction Indicators .......................................72
Interior Lamps .................................................72
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows .............................................74
Exterior Mirrors ................................................75
Interior Mirror ...................................................76
Sun Visors .........................................................77
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ..............................................................78
Warning Lamps and Indicators ................79
Audible Warnings and Indicators ............82
Information Displays
General Information ....................................84
Information Messages .................................87
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control .....................100
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
.........................................................................102
Rear Passenger Climate Controls .........103
Heated Rear Window ................................104
Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................104
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter ......................105
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter .................105
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position ................106
Head Restraints ...........................................106
Manual Seats ................................................108
Power Seats ..................................................109
Rear Seats ........................................................111
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
..........................................................................113
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert
System Work ..............................................113
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
..........................................................................113
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
..........................................................................113
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System
On and Off ...................................................113
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
..........................................................................114
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible
Warnings ......................................................114
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points ................................115
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Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information .....................................117
Ignition Switch ................................................117
Starting a Gasoline Engine ........................117
Starting a Hybrid Electric Vehicle System
..........................................................................119
Engine Block Heater ...................................120
Police Engine Idle Feature .........................121
Unique Driving Characteristics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation ..........................122
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked
Questions ...................................................124
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions ......................................126
Fuel Quality - E85 ........................................126
Fuel Quality - Gasoline ..............................128
Fuel Filler Funnel Location .......................128
Running Out of Fuel ....................................128
Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV) ...........................................130
Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
.........................................................................133
Fuel Consumption .......................................135
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law .................................................137
Catalytic Converter .....................................138
High Voltage Battery
General Information - Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV) ............................................141
Transmission
Automatic Transmission ...........................142
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive ...............................144
Brakes
General Information ....................................151
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
.........................................................................152
Electric Parking Brake ................................152
Hill Start Assist .............................................154
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ................................156
Using Traction Control ...............................156
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ................................157
Using Stability Control ..............................158
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ................................159
Rear Parking Aid ...........................................159
Rear View Camera .......................................161
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control ...............................165
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
.........................................................................165
Setting the Cruise Control Speed .........165
Canceling the Set Speed ..........................166
Resuming the Set Speed .........................166
Cruise Control Indicators ..........................166
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Information System ..............167
Cross Traffic Alert ........................................170
Steering ...........................................................174
Pre-Collision Assist .....................................174
Drive Mode Control
What Is Drive Mode Control .....................178
Selecting a Drive Mode ..............................178
Drive Modes ...................................................178
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Load Carrying
Load Limit ......................................................180
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................185
Recommended Towing Weights ...........186
Essential Towing Checks ..........................188
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......190
Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance .................191
Economical Driving ......................................191
Cold Weather Precautions .......................192
Breaking-In .....................................................192
Driving Through Water ...............................192
Floor Mats ......................................................193
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................194
Hazard Flashers ...........................................195
Fuel Shutoff ...................................................195
Jump Starting the Vehicle ........................196
Collision, Damage or Fire Event .............198
Post-Crash Alert System ..........................199
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................199
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ...............201
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................202
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................203
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only) ......................204
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada .......................................................204
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
.......................................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
.......................................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
.......................................................................206
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart .........................208
Changing a Fuse ..........................................216
Maintenance
General Information ...................................218
Opening and Closing the Hood ..............218
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L .................220
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L ...................221
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L .........................222
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.3L .........................222
Engine Oil Check .........................................222
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................223
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0L
........................................................................224
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L ....225
Engine Coolant Check ..............................226
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
........................................................................230
Brake Fluid Check .......................................230
Power Steering Fluid Check .....................231
Changing the 12V Battery .........................231
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................233
Washer Fluid Check ...................................235
Fuel Filter .......................................................235
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................235
Changing the Front Wiper Blades ........235
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades ..........236
Changing a Bulb ..........................................236
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................238
Cleaning Products ......................................238
Cleaning the Exterior .................................239
Waxing ............................................................240
Cleaning the Engine ..................................240
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
........................................................................240
Cleaning the Interior ...................................241
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Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens .......................241
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............242
Cleaning the Wheels .................................242
Vehicle Storage ............................................243
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................245
Tire Care .........................................................246
Using Snow Chains ...................................260
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..........262
Changing a Road Wheel ...........................267
Technical Specifications ..........................273
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 3.0L ...................274
Engine Specifications - 3.3L ...................274
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (HEV) ...........................275
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L .............................276
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L ..............................277
Vehicle Identification Number ...............278
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L
........................................................................278
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L
........................................................................285
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L,
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ............293
Bulb Specification Chart .........................300
Audio System
General Information ..................................302
Audio Unit ......................................................302
USB Port ........................................................304
SYNC™
General Information ..................................306
Using Voice Recognition ..........................307
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone ..........309
SYNC™ Applications and Services ......310
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
.........................................................................313
SYNC™ Troubleshooting .........................314
Ford Protect
Ford Protect ..................................................323
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information .......325
Normal Scheduled Maintenance .........328
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance ..............................................331
Decommissioning the Vehicle
Decommissioning Requirements .........335
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility .............336
End User License Agreement ................339
Declaration of Conformity ......................364
Type Approvals ...........................................364
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Introduction
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
Note:
This manual describes product features and options available throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to the vehicle you have purchased.
Note:
Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used in different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle.
Note:
Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.
Note:
Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of your vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.
E154903
A
B
Right-hand side.
Left-hand side.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Air conditioning system
E162384
E231157
Air conditioning system lubricant type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
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E270480
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
E231160
Flammable
Front airbag
E67017
Front fog lamps
Child seat lower anchor
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Child seat tether anchor
Hazard flashers
E71340
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Interior luggage compartment release
Jack
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
E161353
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Note operating instructions
E71880
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E270945
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
E139213
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
E231159
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
E231158
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
E270849
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
E270850
Side airbag
Introduction
Shield the eyes
E167012
Stability control
E138639
Hill descent control
E163957
Trail control
E272858
Windshield wiping system
E270969
Windshield wash and wipe
PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners and remote control batteries may contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.
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For assistance call 1-800-727-7000, or for more information about Ford Credit and access to the online Account Manager tool, visit www.ford.com/finance.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides years of service is to have it maintained in line with our recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed in this Owner’s Manual.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a collision, but accidents happen sometimes.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and dent resistance. During vehicle development we validate that these parts deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine Ford replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty.
The Ford Warranty may not cover damage caused to your vehicle as a result of failed non-Ford parts.
For additional information, refer to the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNING: You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the warning symbol. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not place a rearward facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
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On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING: Do not connect wireless plug-in devices to the data link connector. Unauthorized third parties could gain access to vehicle data and impair the performance of safety related systems. Only allow repair facilities that follow our service and repair instructions to connect their equipment to the data link connector.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for vehicle diagnostics, repairs and reprogramming services. Installing an aftermarket device that uses the DLC during normal driving for purposes such as remote insurance company monitoring, transmission of vehicle data to other devices or entities, or altering the performance of the vehicle, may cause interference with or even damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in devices unless approved by Ford. The vehicle Warranty will not cover damage caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
Using Your Vehicle With a
Snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.
Your vehicle does not have a snowplowing package.
Using Your Vehicle as an
Ambulance
Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
Your vehicle does not have the Ford
Ambulance Preparation Package.
Decommissioning Requirements
We have implemented a decommissioning process of Ford-provided police features.
It is the responsibility of the owner to complete the decommissioning of the vehicle in compliance with any state regulations prior to initial sale to the public
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
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Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this
Owner’s Manual. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for export.
Refer to this Owner’s
Manual for all other required information and warnings.
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Data Privacy
WARNING: Do not connect wireless plug-in devices to the data link connector. Unauthorized third parties could gain access to vehicle data and impair the performance of safety related systems. Only allow repair facilities that follow our service and repair instructions to connect their equipment to the data link connector.
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it. The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print but as technology rapidly changes, we recommend that you visit the local Ford website for the latest information.
Your vehicle has electronic control units that have data recording functionality and the ability to permanently or temporarily store data. This data could include information on the condition and status of your vehicle, vehicle maintenance requirements, events and malfunctions.
The types of data that can be recorded are described in this section. Some of the data recorded is stored in event logs or error logs.
Note:
Error logs are reset following a service or repair.
Note:
We may provide information in response to requests from law enforcement, other government authorities and third parties acting with lawful authority or through a legal process. Such information could be used by them in legal proceedings.
Data recorded includes, for example:
• Operating states of system components, for example fuel level, tire pressure and battery charge level.
• Vehicle and component status, for example wheel speed, deceleration, lateral acceleration and seatbelt status.
• Events or errors in essential systems, for example headlamps and brakes.
• System responses to driving situations, for example airbag deployment and stability control.
• Environmental conditions, for example temperature.
Some of this data, when used in combination with other information, for example an accident report, damage to a vehicle or eyewitness statements, could be associated with a specific person.
Services That We Provide
If you use our services, we collect and use data, for example account information, vehicle location and driving characteristics, that could identify you. We transmit this data through a dedicated, protected connection. We only collect and use data to enable your use of our services to which you have subscribed, with your consent or where permitted by law. For additional information, see the terms and conditions of the services to which you have subscribed.
For additional information about our privacy policy, refer to the local Ford website.
Services That Third Parties
Provide
We recommend that you review the terms and conditions and data privacy information for any services equipped with your vehicle or to which you subscribe. We take no responsibility for services that third parties provide.
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SERVICE DATA
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle.
This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company
(Ford of Canada in Canada), and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford of Canada, in Canada) may, where permitted by law, use vehicle diagnostic information for vehicle improvement or with other information we may have about you, for example, your contact information, to offer you products or services that may interest you. Data may be provided to our service providers such as part suppliers that may help diagnose malfunctions, and who are similarly obligated to protect data.
We retain this data only as long as necessary to perform these functions or to comply with law. We may provide information where required in response to official requests to law enforcement or other government authorities or third parties acting with lawful authority or court order, and such information may be used in legal proceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use connected apps and services, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor
Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used to provide services to you, personalizing your experience, troubleshoot, and to improve products and services and offer you products and services that may interest you, where permitted by law. For Canada only, for more information, please review the Ford of Canada privacy policy at www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data storage and use of service providers in other jurisdictions who may be subject to legal requirements in Canada, the United
States and other countries applicable to them, for example, lawful requirements to disclose personal information to governmental authorities in those countries.
EVENT DATA
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder. The main purpose of an event data recorder is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The event data recorder is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The event data recorder in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating.
• Whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled/fastened.
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal.
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.
This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
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Note:
Event data recorder data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the event data recorder under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (for example name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded.
However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the event data recorder data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an event data recorder, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the event data recorder is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the event data recorder.
SETTINGS DATA
Your vehicle has electronic control units that have the ability to store data based on your personalized settings. The data is stored locally in the vehicle or on devices that you connect to it, for example, a USB drive or digital music player. You can delete some of this data and also choose whether to share it through the services to which
you subscribe. See General Information
Comfort and Convenience Data
Data recorded includes, for example:
• Seat and steering wheel position.
• Climate control settings.
• Radio presets.
Entertainment Data
Data recorded includes, for example:
• Music, videos or album art.
• Contacts and corresponding address book entries.
• Navigation destinations.
MOBILE DEVICE DATA
If you connect a mobile device to your vehicle, you can display data from your device on the touchscreen for example, music and album art. You can share your vehicle data with mobile apps on your device through the system.
The mobile apps function operates by your connected device sending data to us in the
United States. The data is encrypted and includes the vehicle identification number of your vehicle, the SYNC module serial number, odometer, enabled apps, usage statistics and debugging information. We retain it only as long as necessary to provide the service, to troubleshoot, for continuous improvement and to offer you products and services that may be of interest to you according to your preferences and where allowed by law.
If you connect a cell phone to the system, the system creates a profile that links to that cell phone. The cell phone profile enables more mobile features and efficient operation. The profile contains, for example data from your phonebook, read and unread text messages and call history, including history of calls when your cell phone was not connected to the system.
If you connect a media device, the system creates and retains a media device index of supported media content. The system also records a short diagnostic log of approximately 10 minutes of all recent system activity.
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The cell phone profile, media device index and diagnostic log remain in your vehicle unless you delete them and are generally accessible only in your vehicle when you connect your cell phone or media device.
If you no longer plan to use the system or your vehicle, we recommend you use the master reset function to erase the stored information.
System data cannot be accessed without special equipment and access to your vehicle's module.
For additional information about our privacy policy, refer to the local Ford website.
Note:
To find out if your vehicle has connectivity technology, visit www.FordConnected.com
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EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM
DATA
When the emergency call system is active, it may disclose to emergency services that your vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to the emergency call system may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to emergency services operators your vehicle location or other details about your vehicle or crash to assist emergency services operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services.
If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the emergency call system.
Note:
You cannot deactivate emergency call systems that are required by law.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
You should play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
For additional information about our sustainability progress and initiatives, visit
www.sustainability.ford.com
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
At a Glance
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A
B
E
F
C
D
G
H
J
I
Cruise control. See Cruise Control
(page 66). Auxiliary control. See Audio
Direction indicator. See Direction Indicators
Information display. See General Information (page 84).
Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 66).
Gearshift lever. See Automatic Transmission (page 142).
Deep sand/snow mode button. See What Is Drive Mode Control (page 178).
Information and Entertainment display.
Pre-collision assist disable. See Pre-Collision Assist (page 174). Police
perimeter alert. See Security (page 63).
Audio unit. See Audio Unit (page 302).
Climate control. See Automatic Climate Control (page 100).
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At a Glance
K
L
M
N
O
P
Rear climate control. See Rear Passenger Climate Controls (page 103).
Electric parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake (page 152).
Ignition switch. See Ignition Switch (page 117).
Horn.
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 65).
Lighting control. See Lighting Control
(page 69). Police engine idle switch.
See Police Engine Idle Feature
(page 121). Fuel door release (Hybrid only).
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GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children.
WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be bought separately from your vehicle.
Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration and other safety organizations, base their recommendations for child restraints on probable child height, age and weight thresholds, or on the minimum requirements of the law. We recommend that you check with a NHTSA Certified
Child Passenger Safety Technician
(CPST) to make sure that you properly install the child restraint in your vehicle and that you consult your pediatrician to make sure you have a child restraint appropriate for your child. To locate a child restraint fitting station and CPST, contact NHTSA toll free at
1-888-327-4236 or go to www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact
Transport Canada toll free at
1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca
to find a Child Car Seat Clinic in your area. Failure to properly restrain children in child restraints made especially for their height, age and weight, may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING: On hot days, the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.
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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
Child
Infants or toddlers
Child Size, Height, Weight, or Age
Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less
(generally age four or younger).
Recommended Restraint
Type
Use a child restraint
(sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat).
Small children
Larger children
Children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a child restraint (generally children who are less than 57 in (1.45 m) tall, are greater than age four and less than age 12, and between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to 100 lb
(45 kg) if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer).
Children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a belt-positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least
57 in (1.45 m) tall or greater than 80 lb
(36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by child restraint manufacturer).
Use a belt-positioning booster seat.
Use a vehicle seatbelt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips, shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest, and seat backrest upright.
• You are required by law to properly use child restraints for infants and toddlers in the United States, Canada and
Mexico.
• Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 57 in (1.45 m) tall, or 80 lb
(36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of children in your vehicle.
• When possible, properly restrain children 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle.
Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions
than in a front seating position. See
Front Passenger Sensing System
• When installing a rear facing child restraint, adjust the vehicle seats to avoid interference between the child restraint and the vehicle seat in front of the child restraint.
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INSTALLING CHILD
RESTRAINTS
Child Seats
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Use a child restraint (sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat) for infants, toddlers or children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger).
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
WARNING: Do not place a rearward facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Properly secure children 12 years old and under in a rear seating position whenever possible. If you are unable to properly secure all children in a rear seating position, properly secure the largest child on the front seat. If you must use a forward facing child restraint on the front seat, move the seat as far back as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain seatbelt buckle assemblies and LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, make sure occupants only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained.
When installing a child restraint with combination lap and shoulder belts:
• Use the correct seatbelt buckle for that seating position.
• Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the child restraint, with the tongue between the child restraint and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling.
• Place the vehicle seat in the upright position before you install the child restraint.
• For second-row seating positions, adjust the recliner slightly to improve child restraint fit. If needed, remove the head restraints.
• Put the seatbelt in the automatic locking mode. See Step 5. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.
Perform the following steps when installing the child restraint with combination lap and shoulder belts:
Note:
Although the child restraint illustrated is a forward facing child restraint, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child restraint.
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Note:
Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child restraint regarding the necessary and proper use of the Lock-off device. In some instances these devices have been provided only for use in vehicles with seatbelt systems that would otherwise require a locking clip. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.
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3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Make sure you do not twist the belt webbing.
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1.
Position the child restraint in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt.
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2. After positioning the child restraint in the proper seating position, pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue.
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4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure you securely latch the tongue by pulling on it.
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Child Safety to remove the remaining slack that exists once you add the extra weight of the child to the child restraint. It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child restraint to your vehicle.
Sometimes, a slight lean toward the buckle provides extra help to remove remaining slack from the belt.
9. Attach the tether strap (if the child restraint is equipped). See Using
Tether Straps later in this chapter.
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5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out.
6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
7.
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. You should not be able to pull more belt out. If the retractor did not lock, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6.
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8. Remove remaining slack from the belt.
Force the seat down with extra weight, for example, by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint as you pull up on the shoulder belt to force slack from the belt. This is necessary
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10.
Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure you have the seat securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation.
We recommend checking with a NHTSA
Certified Child Passenger Safety
Technician to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with Transport Canada for referral to a Child Car Seat Clinic.
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Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
WARNING: Do not attach two child safety restraints to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety restraint attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death.
WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain seatbelt buckle assemblies and LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, make sure occupants only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained.
The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points: two lower anchors where the seat backrest and seat cushion meet
(called the seat bight) and one top tether anchor behind that seating position.
LATCH compatible child restraints have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle. This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use seatbelts to attach the child restraint. However, you can still use the seatbelt to attach the child restraint. For forward-facing child restraints, you must also attach the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor if one came with your child restraint.
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Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child restraint installation at the seating positions marked with the child restraint symbol.
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The LATCH anchors are at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat backrest below the symbols as shown. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child restraint with LATCH attachments.
Follow the instructions on attaching child restraints with tether straps. See Using
Tether Straps later in this chapter.
Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child restraint only to the anchors shown.
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Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the
Outermost Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use)
WARNING: The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 11 in
(280 mm) center to center. Do not use
LATCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child restraint manufacturer's instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in this vehicle.
The lower anchors at the center of the second row bench seat are spaced 20.5 in
(52 cm) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 11 in (28 cm) center to center. You cannot install a child restraint with rigid LATCH attachments at the center seating position. You can only use LATCH compatible child restraints with attachments on belt webbing at this seating position provided that the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated.
Do not attach a child restraint to any lower anchor if an adjacent child restraint is attached to that anchor.
Each time you use the child restraint, check that you properly attach the seat to the lower anchors and tether anchor, if applicable. Tug the child restraint from side to side and forward and back where you secured it to your vehicle. The seat should move less than 1 in (2.5 cm) when you do this for a proper installation.
If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of injury to a child greatly increases in a crash.
Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower
Anchors for Attaching Child Restraints
When used in combination, you can attach either the seatbelt or the LATCH lower anchors first, provided a proper installation is achieved. Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child restraint.
Using Tether Straps
Many forward-facing child restraints include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child restraint and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older child restraints.
Contact the manufacturer of your child restraint for information about ordering a tether strap, or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your child restraint does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in your vehicle.
Once you install the child restraint using either the seatbelt, the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top tether strap.
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The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view).
Note:
If you install a child restraint with rigid
LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child restraint off your vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child restraint.
Keeping the child restraint just touching your vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash.
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Perform the following steps to install a child restraint with tether anchors.
1.
Route the child restraint tether strap over the seat backrest.
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2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.
3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. The tether hook may be twisted ½ turn to improve installation.
If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child restraint may not be retained properly in the event of a crash.
4. Tighten the child restraint tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions.
If the child restraint is not properly anchored, the risk of injury to a child greatly increases in a crash.
If your child restraint system has a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, we also recommend its use.
BOOSTER SEATS
WARNING: Do not put the shoulder section of the seatbelt or allow the child to put the shoulder section of the seatbelt under their arm or behind their back. Failure to follow this instruction could reduce the effectiveness of the seatbelt and increase the risk of injury or death in a crash.
Use a belt-positioning booster seat for children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a child safety restraint
(generally children who are less than 57 in
(1.45 m) tall, are greater than age 4 and less than age 12, and between 40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to 100 lb
(45 kg) if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer). Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 57 in (1.45 m) tall, or
80 lb (36 kg).
Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat:
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• Can the child sit all the way back against their vehicle seat backrest with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion?
• Can the child sit without slouching?
• Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?
• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?
Always use booster seats in conjunction with your vehicle lap and shoulder belt.
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Types of Booster Seats
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• Backless booster seats
If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat backrest or no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child's head
(as measured at the tops of the ears) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat backrest or head restraint and lap and shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat.
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• High back booster seats
If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice.
Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The following drawings compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child's hips.
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If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat upon which it is being used, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat.
Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions.
CHILD RESTRAINT
POSITIONING
WARNING: Do not place a rearward facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Properly secure children 12 years old and under in a rear seating position whenever possible. If you are unable to properly secure all children in a rear seating position, properly secure the largest child on the front seat. If you must use a forward facing child restraint on the front seat, move the seat as far back as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child's size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by your vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child's height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow a passenger to hold a child on their lap when your vehicle is moving. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: Do not use pillows, books or towels to boost your child's height. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
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WARNING: Properly secure child restraints or booster seats when they are not in use. They could become projectiles in a sudden stop or crash. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not put the shoulder section of the seatbelt or allow the child to put the shoulder section of the seatbelt under their arm or behind their back. Failure to follow this instruction could reduce the effectiveness of the seatbelt and increase the risk of injury or death in a crash.
WARNING: Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
Restraint
Type
Combined
Weight of
Child and
Child
Restraint
Use Any Attachment Method as Indicated Below by X
LATCH
(Lower
Anchors and Top
Tether
Anchor)
LATCH
(Lower
Anchors
Only)
Seatbelt and Top
Tether
Anchor
Seatbelt and LATCH
(Lower
Anchors and Top
Tether
Anchor)
Seatbelt
Only
Rear facing child restraint
Up to 65 lb
(29.5 kg)
Rear facing child restraint
Over 65 lb
(29.5 kg)
Forward facing child restraint
Forward facing child restraint
Up to 65 lb
(29.5 kg)
Over 65 lb
(29.5 kg)
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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Note:
The child restraint must rest tightly against the vehicle seat upon which it is installed. It may be necessary to lift or
remove the head restraint. See
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
When these locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside.
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A child safety lock is on the rear edge of each rear door. You must set the child safety lock separately on each door.
Left-Hand Side
Turn the key clockwise to switch the child lock on and counter clockwise to switch it off.
Right-Hand Side
Turn the key counter clockwise to switch the child lock on and clockwise to switch it off.
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Seatbelts
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING: Children must always be properly restrained.
WARNING: Do not allow a passenger to hold a child on their lap when your vehicle is moving. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seatbelt.
WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific seatbelt assembly made up of one buckle and one tongue designed to be used as a pair.
Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. Never use a single seatbelt for more than one person.
WARNING: Even with advanced restraints systems, properly restrain children 12 and under in a rear seating position. Failure to follow this could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: Seatbelts and seats may be hot in a vehicle that is in the sunshine. The hot seatbelts or seats may burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.
All seating positions in your vehicle have lap and shoulder seatbelts. All occupants of the vehicle should always properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided.
The seatbelt system consists of:
• Lap and shoulder seatbelts.
• Shoulder seatbelt with automatic locking mode, (except driver seatbelt).
• Height adjuster at the front outermost seating positions.
• Seatbelt pretensioners at the front outermost and second row outermost seating positions.
• Belt tension sensor at the front outermost passenger seating position.
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• Seatbelt warning light and chime.
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• Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator.
The seatbelt pretensioners are designed to tighten the seatbelts when activated. In frontal and near-frontal crashes, the seatbelt pretensioners may be activated alone or, if the crash is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. The pretensioners may also activate when a
Safety Canopy airbag deploys.
FASTENING THE SEATBELTS
The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.
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2. To unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy
WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and properly fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion of the seatbelt snugly and low across the hips. Position the shoulder portion of the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant women must follow this practice. See the following figure.
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1.
Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
Make sure that you securely fasten the tongue in the buckle.
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Pregnant women should always wear their seatbelt. Position the lap belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt low across the hips below the belly and worn as tight as comfort allows. Position the shoulder belt to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest.
Seatbelt Locking Modes
WARNING: If your vehicle is involved in a crash, have the seatbelts and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The driver seatbelt has the first type of locking mode, and the front outboard passenger and rear seat seatbelts have both types of locking modes described as follows:
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement.
For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of about 5 mph
(8 km/h) or more, the combination seatbelts lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.
In addition, the design of the retractor is to lock if you pull the webbing out too quickly.
If the seatbelt retractor locks, slowly lower the height adjuster to allow the seatbelt to retract. If the retractor does not unlock, pull the seatbelt out slowly then feed a small length of webbing back toward the stowed position. For rear seatbelts, recline the rear seat backrest or push the seat backrest cushion away from the seatbelt.
Feed a small length of webbing back toward the stowed position.
Automatic Locking Mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt automatically pre-locks. The belt retracts to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver seatbelt.
When to Use the Automatic Locking
Mode
Use this mode any time you install a child safety seat, except a booster, in passenger front or rear seating positions. Properly restrain children 12 years old and under in
a rear seating position whenever possible.
How to Use the Automatic Locking
Mode
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1.
Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.
2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until you pull the entire belt out. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seatbelt is now in the automatic locking mode.
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How to Disengage the Automatic
Locking Mode
Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and turn on the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.
SEATBELT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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1.
Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
2. Slide the adjuster up to raise the belt.
Press the button and slide it down to lower the belt.
SEATBELT WARNING LAMP
AND INDICATOR CHIME
This lamp illuminates and an indicator chime will sound if the
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Conditions of operation
If
The driver seatbelt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...
The seatbelt warning lamp illuminates and the indicator chime sounds for a few seconds.
The driver seatbelt is buckled while the warning lamp is illuminated and the indicator chime is sounding...
The driver seatbelt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...
Then
The seatbelt warning lamp and indicator chime turn off.
The seatbelt warning lamp and indicator chime remain off.
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SEATBELT REMINDER
WARNING: The system will only provide protection when you use the seatbelt correctly.
This system monitors all seating positions and provides audio and graphic feedback.
This lamp illuminates and a
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When the initial warning expires for the driver, more warnings are provided for the driver and front passenger. This lamp illuminates and a warning tone sounds if you or your front passenger do not fasten the seatbelt buckle and the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (9.7 km/h). To deactivate the warning, see Deactivating and
Activating the Belt-Minder Feature.
Note:
To avoid inadvertent warnings, do not place large objects on the seat.
This lamp illuminates when you switch the ignition on, identifying
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This warning displays and a tone sounds if an occupant unfastens the rear seatbelt buckle or it becomes unfastened.
Note:
If a rear seat is unoccupied, or an occupant never fastens the seatbelt buckle to begin with, the warning will not display.
Note:
Front seating positions appear in this warning display. Warnings for unfastened front seatbelt buckles appear in the initial warning lamp.
Seatbelt Status
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A
B
C
D
Seatbelt fastened.
Seatbelt not fastened.
Seatbelt recently unfastened.
Fault.
To view the seatbelt status, use the information display controls on the steering wheel.
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Deactivating and Activating the
Seatbelt Reminder (Front Seats Only)
WARNING: While the system allows you to deactivate it, this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle.
Note:
The driver and front passenger warnings switch on and off independently.
When you perform this procedure for one seating position, do not buckle the other position as this terminates the process.
Read Steps 1 - 4 before starting the procedure.
Make sure that:
• You set the parking brake.
• The transmission is in park (P).
• The ignition is off.
• You close all vehicle doors.
• You unbuckle the driver and front passenger seatbelts.
1.
Switch the ignition on. Do not start the engine.
2. Wait until the seatbelt warning lamp turns off (about one minute). After
Step 2, wait an additional five seconds before proceeding with Step 3. Once you start Step 3, you must complete the procedure within 60 seconds.
3. For the seating position you are switching off, buckle then unbuckle the seatbelt three times at a moderate speed, ending in the unbuckled state.
After Step 3, the seatbelt warning lamp turns on.
4. When the seatbelt warning lamp is on, buckle then unbuckle the seatbelt.
After Step 4, the seatbelt warning lamp flashes for confirmation.
• This switches the feature off if it is currently on.
• This switches the feature on if it is currently off.
CHILD RESTRAINT AND
SEATBELT MAINTENANCE
Inspect the vehicle seatbelts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the vehicle and child restraint seatbelts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All vehicle seatbelt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seatbelt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seat backrest (if equipped), child safety seat
LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a crash. Read the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint.
We recommend that all seatbelt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a crash be replaced. However, if the crash was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Seatbelt assemblies not in use during a crash should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
Properly care for seatbelts. See Vehicle
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SEATBELT EXTENSIONS
WARNING: Persons who fit into the vehicle's seatbelt should not use an extension. Unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Only use extensions provided free of charge by our dealers.
The dealer will provide an extension designed specifically for this vehicle, model year and seating position. The use of an extension intended for another vehicle, model year or seating position may not offer you the full protection of your vehicle's seatbelt restraint system.
WARNING: Never use seatbelt extensions to install child restraints.
WARNING: Do not use a seatbelt extension with an inflatable seatbelt.
WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the way the seatbelt fits across the torso, over the lap or to make the seatbelt buckle easier to reach.
If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fasten the seatbelt over your lap and shoulder, an extension that is compatible with the seatbelts is available free of charge from our dealers. Only use our seatbelt extensions made by the original equipment seatbelt manufacturer with our seatbelts.
Ask your authorized dealer if your extension is compatible with your vehicle restraint system.
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Personal Safety System™
This system provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system analyzes different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.
Your vehicle's Personal Safety System consists of:
• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.
• Front seat outermost seatbelts with pretensioners, energy management retractors and seatbelt usage sensors.
• Front passenger sensing system.
• Passenger airbag off and on indicators.
• Front crash severity sensors.
• Restraints control module with impact and safing sensors.
• Restraint system warning light and tone.
• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensors, seatbelt pretensioners, front seatbelt usage sensors, front passenger sensing system and indicator lights.
How Does the Personal Safety
System Work?
The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of the safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the restraints control module. During a crash, the restraints control module may deploy the seatbelt pretensioners, one or both stages of the dual-stage airbags based on crash severity and occupant conditions.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module.
WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: Even with advanced restraints systems, properly restrain children 12 and under in a rear seating position. Failure to follow this could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the supplementary restraint system or associated components. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. To reduce the risk of injury, do not touch them after inflation.
WARNING: If a supplementary restraint system component has deployed, it will not function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
The airbags are a supplemental restraint system and are designed to work with the seatbelts to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags do not inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag.
Note:
You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal.
The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder
(to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (for example, baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
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While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions or swelling. Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag.
Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment.
Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.
Routine maintenance of the airbags is not required.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER
AIRBAGS
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The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal and near frontal crashes.
The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of:
• Driver and passenger airbag modules.
• Front passenger sensing system.
· Crash sensors and monitoring
system with readiness indicator.
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Proper Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Adjustment
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.
WARNING: National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 in (25 cm) between an occupant's chest and the driver airbag module.
To properly position yourself away from the airbag:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.
• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.
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After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seatbelts, it is very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seatback, and centered on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor.
Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.
Children and Airbags
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.
FRONT PASSENGER SENSING
SYSTEM
WARNING: Even with advanced restraints systems, properly restrain children 12 and under in a rear seating position. Failure to follow this could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take weight off the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in the event of a crash. Always sit upright against your seat back, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING: Any alteration or modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. This could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
This system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger seat and seatbelt to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not.
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Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag status indicator that illuminates indicating that the front passenger frontal airbag is either on
(enabled) or off (disabled).
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The indicators are on the overhead console.
Note:
The indicators illuminate briefly when you first switch the ignition on to confirm they are functional.
The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag when the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. Even with this technology, parents are strongly encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat.
• When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the airbag off indicator illuminates and stays lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled.
• If you have installed the child restraint and the airbag on indicator illuminates, switch the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions.
Occupant
Empty
Child
Adult
The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat.
• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the airbag on indicator illuminates and remains illuminated.
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger seat, but the airbag off indicator is lit, it is possible that the person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:
• Switch the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seat backrest in an upright position.
• Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended.
• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This allows the system to detect that person and enables the passenger frontal airbag.
• If the airbag off indicator remains lit even after this, advise the person to ride in the rear seat.
Passenger Airbag Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
OFF: Lit
ON: Unlit
OFF: Lit
ON: Unlit
OFF: Unlit
ON: Lit
Disabled
Disabled
Enabled
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After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seatbelts, it is very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat backrest, and centered on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash greatly increases.
Make sure the front passenger sensing system is operating
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properly. See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator (page 47).
Do not attempt to repair or service the system. Take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer.
If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact our
Customer Relationship Center. See
Getting the Services You Need (page
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the supplementary restraint system or associated components. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: If a supplementary restraint system component has deployed, it will not function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
The side airbags are on the outermost side of the front seat backrests. In certain sideways crashes or rollover events, the side airbags will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided to occupants in side impact crashes.
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover, on the side of the front or rear seatbacks, or in areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Accessory seat covers not released by Ford Motor Company could prevent the deployment of the airbags and increase the risk of injuries in a crash.
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The system consists of the following:
• A label or embossed side panel indicating that your vehicle has side airbags.
• Side airbags inside the driver and front passenger seat backrests.
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Crash sensors and monitoring
system with readiness indicator.
The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical
Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER
KNEE AIRBAGS
Driver and passenger knee airbags are located under or within the instrument panel. During a crash, the restraints control module may activate the driver and passenger knee airbags (individually or both) based on crash severity and respective occupant conditions. Under certain crash and occupant conditions, the driver and passenger knee airbags may deploy (individually or both) but the corresponding front airbag may not activate. As with front and side airbags, it is important to be properly seated and restrained to reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
Make sure the knee airbags are
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SAFETY CANOPY™
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying curtain airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The curtain airbag could injure you as it deploys from the headliner.
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the supplementary restraint system or associated components. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their seatbelts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided. Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the airbag.
WARNING: If a supplementary restraint system component has deployed, it will not function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
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The Safety Canopy will deploy during significant side crashes or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy is mounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above each row of seats. In certain sideways crashes or rollover events, the Safety Canopy will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate between the side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact crashes and rollover events.
Always properly restrain children 12 years old and under in the rear seats. The Safety
Canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening.
The design and development of the Safety
Canopy included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working
Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags
(including the Safety Canopy).
CRASH SENSORS AND
AIRBAG INDICATOR
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The system consists of the following:
• Safety canopy curtain airbags above the trim panels over the front and rear side windows identified by a label or wording on the headliner or roof-pillar trim.
• A flexible headliner which opens above the side doors to allow air curtain deployment
· Crash sensors and monitoring
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system with readiness indicator.
WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehicle (including hood, bumper system, frame, front end body structure, tow hooks and hood pins) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify or add equipment to the front end of your vehicle.
Your vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which provide information to the restraints control module. The restraints control module deploys (activates) the seatbelt pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger airbag, knee airbag(s), seat mounted side airbags and the Safety Canopy. Based on the type of crash, the restraints control module will deploy the appropriate safety devices.
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The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light either flashes or stays lit.
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern repeats periodically until the problem, the light or both are repaired.
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• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after you switch the ignition on.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a crash.
The seatbelt pretensioners and the airbag supplemental restraint system are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains frontal or sideways deceleration sufficient to cause the restraints control module to deploy a safety device or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor.
The fact that the seatbelt pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a crash does not mean that something is wrong with the system.
Rather, it means the restraints control module determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices.
• The design of the front airbags is to activate only in frontal and near-frontal crashes (not rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts) unless the crash causes sufficient frontal deceleration.
• The design of the seatbelt pretensioners is to activate in frontal, near-frontal and side crashes and in rollovers.
• The design of the side airbags is to inflate in certain side impact crashes and in rollovers. Side airbags may activate in other types of crashes if the vehicle experiences sufficient sideways motion or deformation.
• The knee airbag(s) may deploy based on crash severity and occupant conditions.
• The design of the Safety Canopy is to inflate in certain side impact crashes or rollover events. The Safety Canopy may activate in other types of crashes if the vehicle experiences sufficient sideways motion or deformation, or a certain likelihood of rollover.
Airbags and Police Equipment
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover, on the side of the front or rear seatbacks, or in areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
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WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
Dual driver and passenger airbags, side airbags and knee airbags affect the way police equipment can be mounted in police vehicles.
Any surfaces that could come into contact with an airbag, once it has deployed, must not damage the airbag or alter its deployment path.
Once the airbag has fully deployed, any peripheral equipment surfaces that could come into contact with the airbag (such as when the airbag deflates with the loading of an occupant) must not damage the airbag or alter its deployment path.
Sharp edges, corners or protrusions could damage the nylon airbag material and reduce the effectiveness of the airbag.
Some approximate dimensions for airbags, at full inflation, are provided. These dimensions are somewhat flexible and represent free form deployments without the loading of occupants. The shaded areas in Figures 8 through 10 represent available police equipment mounting zones. These zones are shown for police vehicles with standard bucket seats. The zone dimensions provided in Figures 8 through 10 are approximate and will vary with the loading of occupants in the seats.
All airbag and equipment mounting zone dimensions are approximate due to different airbag deployment characteristics.
Do not mount equipment between the side of the front seat and the door trim that will block deployment of the side airbag.
Do not mount equipment between the seats and the body side as shown in Figure
7 that would prevent the side curtain airbag from achieving occupant coverage.
Figure 1 (Driver and Passenger Airbag
Dimensions)
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1.
9.5 in (240 mm) from center of emblem.
2.
13.8 in (350 mm) from center of airbag door.
28.3 in (720 mm).
3.
Note:
No objects should be placed between the airbags due to airbag variability.
Figure 2 (Side View of Driver Airbag at
Full Inflation)
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27.5 in (700 mm).
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Figure 3 (Top View of Driver and
Passenger Airbags at Full Inflation)
Figure 4 (Top View of Side Airbags at
Full Inflation-If equipped)
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1.
2.
Front passenger airbag - 22.8 in
(580 mm).
Front driver airbag – 17 in (430 mm).
Note:
No objects should be placed between the driver side steering wheel airbag and the passenger side dash airbag.
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1.
2.
From outermost side of seat - 8 in (200 mm).
Forward of seat backrest - 15 in
(380 mm).
Figure 5 (Side View of Side Airbag at
Full Inflation-If equipped)
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3.
Up from side airbag module -
27.5 in (700 mm).
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Figure 6 (Side View of Side Curtain Dimension)
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1.
Roof rail to 1 in (25mm) below window sill.
Note:
No objects should be placed on the headliner or pillar trims (A through D) used to conceal the airbag when stowed.
Figure 7 (Front View of Side Curtain at
Full Inflation)
Figure 8 (Equipment Mounting Zones)
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1.
6 in (75mm) from pillar trim (A through D).
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1.
2.
3.
4.
Area on top of the instrument panel ( Note: Equipment must not interfere with driver visibility).
Airbag door must be kept clear for deployment of the airbag.
Area in front of the center console from the bottom to the top of the instrument panel.
Area in front of electronic finish panel from the bottom to the top of the instrument panel.
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Figure 9 (Equipment Mounting Zones)
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Area on top of instrument panel.
Area in front of center console from tunnel up to instrument panel.
Prisoner screen (reference only).
10 in (254 mm).
Area on tunnel between seats.
Height: 8.5 in (216 mm).
12 in (305 mm).
Area on tunnel beneath center console.
Tunnel.
Depth: 1.5 in (38 mm).
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Figure 10 (Top View of Equipment
Mounting Zones)
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1.
2.
3.
Area on top of the instrument panel.
Note: Equipment must not interfere with driver visibility.
Area on tunnel between seats.
9 in (229 mm).
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags must be disposed of by qualified personnel.
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Pedestrian Protection - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
PEDESTRIAN ALERT SYSTEM
Due to the quiet operation of hybrid and electric vehicles at low speeds, the system creates a subtle sound to alert pedestrians.
The system is on when your vehicle is running and not in park (P). Some sound may be audible in the passenger compartment.
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Keys and Remote Controls
GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).
Vehicles with the remote start feature will have a greater range. One of the following could cause a decrease in operating range:
• Weather conditions.
• Nearby radio towers.
• Structures around the vehicle.
• Other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions, for example amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, remote controls and alarm systems can also use the radio frequency used by your remote control. If the frequencies are jammed, you will not be able to use your remote control.
You can lock and unlock the doors with the key.
Note:
Make sure to lock your vehicle before leaving it unattended.
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Note:
If you are in range, the remote control will operate if you press any button unintentionally.
Note:
The remote control contains sensitive electrical components. Exposure to moisture or impact may cause permanent damage.
REMOTE CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)
Note:
If there is a problem with the remote entry system, make sure to take all remote controls with you to an authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.
Type 1
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Keys and Remote Controls
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Changing the Remote Control
Battery
The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent.
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Make sure you dispose of old batteries in an environmentally
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Twist a thin coin in the slot of the remote control near the key ring to remove the battery cover.
Note:
Do not remove the rubber cover and circuit board from the front housing of the remote control.
Note:
Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board.
2. Remove the old battery.
3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the symbols inside the remote control for the correct orientation of the battery.
Press the battery down to make sure it is fully seated in the housing.
4. Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the remote control.
Note:
Replacing the battery does not erase the programmed key from your vehicle. The remote control should operate normally.
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Sounding the Panic Alarm
(If Equipped)
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On Type 1, press the button to sound the panic alarm. Press the button again or switch the ignition on to turn it off.
Note:
The panic alarm operates regardless of the ignition position.
Opening the Liftgate With the
Liftgate Button
(If Equipped)
On Type 2, press the button to unlock the liftgate. The liftgate unlocks for 45 seconds, during which time you can open the liftgate using
the exterior liftgate release button. See
Note:
Only the liftgate unlocks. All other passenger doors remain in the previous locking state.
Note:
If you do not open the liftgate within
45 seconds of unlocking it, the liftgate locks again. Press the button on the remote control or use the key blade inserted into the liftgate lock cylinder to unlock the liftgate again.
Note:
The liftgate does not unlock when you unlock all the doors using the remote control or power door lock control, unless you use the global unlock feature which, overrides the 45-second timer.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls can be purchased from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle.
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Doors and Locks
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
Use the key blade, power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock your vehicle.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade
Locking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the front of your vehicle.
Unlocking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the rear of your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
(If Equipped)
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.
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B
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A
B
Unlock.
Lock.
Hidden Rear Door Locks
(If Equipped)
Manually lock or unlock the rear doors using the hidden lock knob on the inside front edge of the rear doors.
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Open the front doors to access the lock knob. Pull the knob to unlock and push the knob to lock.
Opening a Rear Door from the
Inside
Pull the interior door handle twice to unlock and open a rear door. The first pull unlocks the door and the second pull opens the door.
Note:
The rear doors do not open using the interior door handles if your vehicle has the rear door lock disable feature, or with the child locks enabled.
Remote Control
(If Equipped)
You can use the remote control at any time.
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Doors and Locks
Unlocking the Doors
Press the button to unlock the driver door.
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Press the button again within three seconds to unlock all doors.
Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for three seconds to change between driver door or all doors unlock mode. Driver door mode only unlocks the driver door when you press the unlock button once. The unlocking mode applies to the remote control.
Locking the Doors
Press the button to lock all doors.
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Independent Liftgate Unlocking
Feature
(If Equipped)
This feature allows you to unlock the liftgate independent of the other doors.
Unlocking
The liftgate unlocks when you press the liftgate release button on the overhead console with the ignition on.
Liftgate Timed Release (If Equipped)
Switch the ignition to the run, start or accessory position.
Press the liftgate release button on the overhead console.
Note:
Only the liftgate unlocks. All other passenger doors remain in the previous locking state.
A warning lamp illuminates in the
instrument cluster for 45 seconds. See
Warning Lamps and Indicators (page
79). You can then open the liftgate using
the exterior liftgate release button.
Once the 45 second timer expires, the lamp turns off and the liftgate no longer opens. Press the liftgate release button on the overhead console again to restart the timer.
Note:
The liftgate does not unlock when you electronically unlock all the doors using the remote control or power door lock control, if your vehicle has this feature.
Note:
You can also unlock the liftgate by inserting the key blade into the liftgate lock cylinder, or by pressing the liftgate release button on the remote control, if your vehicle has this feature.
Locking
The liftgate locks when any of the following occur:
• You open and close the liftgate after you press the liftgate release button on the overhead console.
• The 45 second timer expires.
Global Lock and Unlock
Global lock and unlock coordinates the liftgate lock state with the four doors.
When switching the doors to an unlock state, open the liftgate using the exterior liftgate release button. When you switch the doors to the locked state, this locks the liftgate.
Note:
You can also unlock the liftgate by inserting the key blade into the liftgate lock cylinder.
Illuminated Entry
(If Equipped)
The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when you unlock the doors with the remote control.
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Doors and Locks
The lamps turn off if:
• The ignition is on.
• You press the remote control lock button.
• 25 seconds have elapsed.
The lamps do not turn off if:
• You switch them on with the lighting control.
• Any door is open.
Illuminated Exit
(If Equipped)
The interior lamps and some exterior lamps illuminate when all doors close and you switch the ignition off.
The lamps turn off if all the doors remain closed and:
• 25 seconds have elapsed.
• You lock your vehicle from the outside.
Battery Saver
If you leave the courtesy lamps, interior lamps or headlamps on, the battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off.
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Liftgate
MANUAL LIFTGATE
Opening with the Outside Control
Button
WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and properly using a seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Make sure that you fully close the liftgate to prevent exhaust fumes from entering your vehicle. If you are unable to fully close the liftgate, open the air vents or the windows to allow fresh air to enter your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
Note:
Be careful when opening or closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note:
Do not hang anything, for example a bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. This could damage the liftgate and its components.
Note:
Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. This could damage the liftgate and its components.
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Press the control button to the right of the rear view camera to unlatch the liftgate and then lift to open.
Opening with the Remote Control
(If Equipped)
Press the button to unlock the liftgate. The liftgate unlocks for
45 seconds, during which time you can open the liftgate using the outside control button.
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Closing the Liftgate
Liftgate
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A handle is located inside the liftgate to help with closing.
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Security
ANTI-THEFT ALARM
Alarm System
The perimeter alarm is a deterrent against unauthorized access to your vehicle through the doors, luggage compartment and the hood.
Triggering the Alarm
Once armed, the alarm is triggered in any of the following ways:
• If someone opens a door, cargo area or the hood without a valid key or remote control.
If the alarm is triggered, the horn will sound for 30 seconds and the hazard warning flasher will flash for five minutes.
Any further attempts to perform one of the above will trigger the alarm again.
Arming the Alarm
To arm the alarm, lock your vehicle. See
Disarming the Alarm
Disarm and silence the alarm by unlocking the doors with the key and switching the ignition on within 12 seconds, or by unlocking the doors or the cargo area with the remote control.
Police Perimeter Alert System
(If
Equipped)
Note:
The Police Perimeter Alert System is primarily intended to monitor moving pedestrians but also detects objects like vehicles and bikes. Fast vehicles, stationary objects and small objects like birds may also be ignored.
Note:
The Police Perimeter Alert System feature does not function outside of Park
(P) or with any door open.
The system uses sensors to monitor detected objects moving near your parked vehicle.
Detected moving objects are displayed as moving dots on the systems instrument cluster display.
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Once the system detects approaching objects crossing the selected range perimeter, the vehicle sounds a tone, and may roll up the windows and lock the doors.
The system may also activate the rear view camera if the display is in the Information and Entertainment screen.
Switching the Police Perimeter
Alert On and Off
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Security
While the vehicle is running and in Park (P), press and release the button located on the center of the instrument panel.
Activating the feature will turn on the
Police Perimeter Alert System display in the instrument cluster.
Note:
When the feature is active an icon will display on the instrument cluster.
Police Perimeter Alert Settings
Note:
When the Police Idle feature is active, windows will not automatically roll up.
Note:
When window or door locking is active, corresponding icons will display in the instrument cluster.
Note:
When Low mode is active, window or door locking setting is not available.
The Police Perimeter Alert system has three range settings Low, Medium or High via the menu in the instrument cluster display. Use the steering wheel controls to adjust the settings when active.
Object Detection
Note:
A pedestrian near large obstructions such as vehicles or walls may not be detected until the person moves away from the obstruction.
Note:
Sensor reflections from stationary objects may cause false objects to briefly appear on the Police Perimeter Alert System display.
Note:
Sensor obstructions such as; dirt, mud, precipitation, repair compound, stickers, graphics, bumper guards, trailers, or bicycle/cargo racks - in front of the sensors can cause system sensing degradation.
The Police Perimeter Alert system uses sensors located behind the rear bumper on both sides of your vehicle. The sensors will perform best if the vehicle is parked in an open area without large obstructions or walls nearby.
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System Error
If the system senses a Police Perimeter
Alert System fault, a warning message will
appear in the information display. See
General Information (page 84).
System Configuration
See your authorized dealer for system configurations.
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Steering Wheel
ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL
WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.
Note:
Make sure that you are sitting in the
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3. Lock the steering column.
AUDIO CONTROL
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1.
Unlock the steering column.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.
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You can operate the following functions with the control:
Press to access phone mode or to answer a phone call.
Press to end a phone call.
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Press to access the previous media selection.
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Steering Wheel
Press to access the next media selection.
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Auxiliary Steering Wheel Controls
INFORMATION DISPLAY
CONTROL
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You can configure the steering wheel controls to operate police equipment.
VOICE CONTROL
The controls are on the steering wheel.
Press and release to activate voice recognition.
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CRUISE CONTROL
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See Information Displays (page 84).
HORN
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See What Is Cruise Control (page 165).
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Wipers and Washers
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:
Fully defrost the windshield before you switch the windshield wipers on.
Note:
Make sure you switch the windshield wipers off before entering a car wash.
Note:
If streaks or smears appear on the windshield, clean the windshield and the wiper blades. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades.
Note:
Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washers before wiping a dry windshield.
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• Rotate away from you for long wipe interval.
• Rotate toward you for short wipe interval.
Speed Dependent Wipers
When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes decreases.
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note:
Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.
Note:
Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat.
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• A brief press causes a single wipe without washer fluid.
• A brief press and hold causes the wipers to swipe three times with washer fluid.
• A long press and hold turns on the wipers and washer fluid for up to 10 seconds.
A wipe occurs a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHERS
Note:
Make sure you switch the windshield wipers off before entering a car wash.
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Rear Window Wiper Blade
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2
1
0
Intermittent wipe.
Low speed wipe.
Off.
Rear Window Washer
Rotate and hold the control to the top or bottom position to switch on the rear window washer. The control returns to the
2 or 0 position when you release it.
Rear Camera Washer
Switching on the rear washer also turns on the rear camera washer.
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Lighting
GENERAL INFORMATION
Condensation in Lamp Assemblies
Exterior lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in air pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a fine mist can form on the interior of the lens. The fine mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation.
Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
• The presence of a fine mist (no streaks, drip marks or large droplets).
• A fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens.
Examples of unacceptable condensation are:
• A water puddle inside the lamp.
• Streaks, drip marks or large droplets present on the interior of the lens.
If you see any unacceptable condensation, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Dark Car Feature
(If Equipped)
The Dark Car feature may disable the following features:
• Welcome/farewell strategy.
• Courtesy lighting.
• Daytime running lamps.
Note:
In markets where daytime running lamps are mandated by law, the Dark Car feature does not disable the daytime running lamps.
Switching the Backlighting Off
The Dark Car feature allows you to switch the cabin backlighting off, this state can be reached by:
1.
Switch the lighting control to the lamps off position.
2. Use the instrument lighting dimmer switch to lower the brightness to off.
LIGHTING CONTROL
Lighting Control Selections
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Turn the dial to make a selection.
Note:
The indicator illuminates next to the active selection.
Lamps off.
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Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and rear lamps.
Autolamps.
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Headlamps on.
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Note:
The lighting control defaults to the last known state every time you switch your vehicle on.
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Switching High Beam Headlamps
On and Off
AUTOLAMPS
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Push the lever away from you to switch the high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beams off.
Flashing High Beam Headlamps
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Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beam headlamps.
WARNING: The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention. You may need to override the system if it does not turn the headlamps on in low visibility conditions, for example daytime fog.
Autolamps turn the headlamps on in low light situations or when the wipers operate.
Switch the lighting control to the autolamps position.
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The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on.
Note:
If you switch the autolamps on, you cannot switch the high beams on until the system turns the low beams on.
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps
When you switch the autolamps on, the headlamps turn on within 10 seconds of switching the wipers on. They turn off approximately 60 seconds after you switch the windshield wipers off.
The headlamps do not turn on with the wipers:
• During a single wipe.
• When using the windshield washers.
• If the wipers are in intermittent mode.
Note:
If you switch the autolamps and the autowipers on, the headlamps turn on when the windshield wipers continuously operate.
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Lighting
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
The instrument lighting dimmer buttons are on the lighting control.
Repeatedly press one of the buttons to adjust the brightness.
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DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS -
VEHICLES WITH:
CONFIGURABLE DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS
4. The lighting control is in the autolamps position.
5. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positions do not turn on the daytime running lamps.
If the daytime running lamps are off in the information display, the lamps stay off in all switch positions.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS -
VEHICLES WITH: DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS (DRL)
WARNING: The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and may not provide adequate lighting during low visibility driving conditions. Make sure you switch the headlamps on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.
Switch the daytime running lamps on or off using the touchscreen:
1.
Select
Settings
.
2. Select
Vehicle
.
3. Select
Lighting
.
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1.
The lamps are on in the information display.
2. You switch the ignition on.
3. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions or you release the parking brake for vehicles with manual transmissions.
WARNING: The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and may not provide adequate lighting during low visibility driving conditions. Make sure you switch the headlamps on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.
The system turns the lamps on in daylight conditions.
To switch the system on, switch the lighting control to any position except headlamps.
FRONT FOG LAMPS
(IF EQUIPPED)
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off
Only switch the front fog lamps on during reduced visibility.
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Lighting
You can switch the front fog lamps on if any of the following occur:
• You set the lighting control to the parking lamps position.
• You set the lighting control to the headlamps position.
• You set the lighting control to the autolamps position and the headlamps are on.
The front fog lamp button is on the lighting control.
Press the button to switch the front fog lamps on or off.
Note:
The brightness of the daytime running lamps may decrease when the front fog lamps are switched on.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the front fog lamps on.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Note:
The Dark Car feature disables the courtesy lamps.
The lamps turn on under the following conditions:
• You open any door.
• You press a button on the remote control.
• You press the all lamps on button on the overhead console.
Front Interior Lamp
DIRECTION INDICATORS
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Push the lever up or down to use the direction indicators.
Note:
Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times.
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The front interior lamp switches are on the overhead console.
Night Vision Red Task Lamp
Press to switch the lamp on or off.
Individual White Map Lamps
Press to switch the left-hand individual dome lamp on and off.
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Press to switch the right-hand individual dome lamp on and off.
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Rear Interior Lamps
Lighting
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The rear interior lamps may be above the rear seat or above the rear windows.
Press to switch the lamps on or off.
Dome Task Lamp
(If Equipped)
Note:
Prolonged use of the dome task lamps causes the battery to run out of charge.
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A
B
C
Night vision red light on.
Lamp off.
White light on.
Your vehicle may have a red or white dome task lamp in the headliner. This lamp is at the rear of your vehicle.
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Windows and Mirrors
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the power windows.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: When closing the power windows, verify they are free of obstruction and make sure that children and pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
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Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.
Resetting One-Touch Up
Start the engine.
1.
Lift and hold the window switch until you fully close the door window.
Continue to hold the switch for a few seconds after you close the window.
2. Release the window switch.
3. Press and hold the window switch until you fully open the door window.
4. Release the window switch.
5. Lift and hold the window switch until you fully close the window.
6. Test for correct window operation by carrying out the one-touch down and one-touch up features.
Bounce-Back
The window will stop automatically while closing. It reverses some distance if there is an obstacle in the way.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
Note:
You may hear a pulsing noise when just one of the windows is open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise.
Press the switch to open the window.
Lift the switch to close the window.
One-Touch Down
Note:
One-touch down applies to the front windows only.
Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Up
Note:
One-touch up applies to the front windows only.
WARNING: If you override bounce-back, the window does not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care when closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
The window stops if you release the switch before the window fully closes. Pull up the window switch and hold within a few seconds of the window reaching the bounce-back position. The window travels up with no bounce-back protection.
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Window Lock
Windows and Mirrors
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Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. It illuminates when you lock the rear window controls.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch the ignition off or until you open either front door.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
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A
B
C
Left-hand mirror.
Adjustment control.
Right-hand mirror.
To adjust your mirrors, switch your vehicle on with the ignition in accessory mode or the engine running and then:
1.
Select the mirror you want to adjust.
The control lights.
2. Use the adjustment control to adjust the position of the mirror.
3. Press the mirror control again. The control light turns off.
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position.
Heated Exterior Mirrors
(If Equipped)
See Heated Exterior Mirrors (page 104).
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror
(If
Equipped)
WARNING: Objects in the mirror are closer than they appear.
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Windows and Mirrors
Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They can assist you by increasing visibility along the side of your vehicle.
Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror.
If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear, and carefully change lanes.
The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image transitions from the main mirror and begins to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle transitions to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).
Blind Spot Information System
(If
Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System
INTERIOR MIRROR
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C
B
A
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving. This could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
Note:
Do not clean the mirror housing or glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side.
Manual Dimming Mirror
Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce the effect of bright light from behind.
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Automatic Dimming Mirror
(If Equipped)
Note:
Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror dims to reduce the effect of bright light from behind. It returns to normal when the bright light from behind is no longer present or if you shift into reverse (R).
SUN VISORS
Slide-on-rod
(If Equipped)
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Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade.
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GAUGES
Instrument Cluster
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C
D
A
B
E
Tachometer.
Information display.
Speedometer.
Fuel gauge.
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
Information Display
Information that appears depends on your
Speedometer
Your vehicle is shipped with a certified digital speedometer and analog gauge. If your local procedures require calibration, utilize the distance per time on-road test or a radar-based speed test. If a dynamometer calibration is required, reference the calibration procedure found at www.Fleet.Ford.com or check OASIS for updated information.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and sounds when the distance to empty reaches 50 mi (80 km), 25 mi (40 km),
10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.
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Instrument Cluster
Note:
The low fuel reminder can appear at different fuel gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
WARNING: Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system to cool down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding and slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a system error. You continue to have the normal braking (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp also illuminates. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a system error. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor
(If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch this feature off or in conjunction with
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Information System (page 167).
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information.
Note:
Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp, but do not display when you start your vehicle.
WARNING: Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It may take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note:
Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and illuminates when:
• You apply the parking brake with the ignition on.
• Your vehicle has a brake fault or low brake fluid level, regardless of parking brake position.
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Instrument Cluster
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If the lamp illuminates when you are moving, you may have the parking brake applied. Make sure the parking brake is off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible if the lamp continues to
Cruise Control
Illuminates when you switch this feature on.
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Deep Snow and Sand
Illuminates when you switch this feature on.
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Direction Indicator
Illuminates when you switch on the left or right direction indicator or the hazard flasher. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb. See Changing a
Door Ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed.
Electric Park Brake
Illuminates or flashes when the electric parking brake has a
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Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high.
Stop your vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let it
cool. See Engine Coolant Check (page
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a system error.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check
Note:
Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt
Illuminates and a tone sounds to remind you to fasten your
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Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to
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Front Fog Lamps
(If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch the front fog lamps on.
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Instrument Cluster
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch the high beam headlamps on. It flashes when you use the headlamp flasher.
Hood Ajar
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Illuminates when the ignition is on and the hood is not completely closed.
Lamps On
Illuminates when you switch the low beam headlamps or the parking lamps on.
Liftgate Ajar
Illuminates when the liftgate is not completely closed.
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Liftgate Lock Release
Illuminates when the rear liftgate mechanism remains unlocked
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Low Beam Warning
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Illuminates when the low beam headlamp bulb is not functioning properly.
Low Fuel Level
possible.
Illuminates when the fuel level is low or the fuel tank is nearly empty. Refuel as soon as
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
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Police Engine Idle feature
(If Equipped)
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Illuminates when the police engine idle feature is armed and active.
Police Perimeter Alert
(If Equipped)
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Illuminates when the police perimeter security feature has been activated.
Police Pursuit Mode
(If Equipped)
Illuminates when police pursuit mode is active.
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Powertrain Fault
Illuminates when the system detects a powertrain or an AWD fault. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Instrument Cluster
Pre-Collision Assist
(If Equipped)
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Illuminates when you switch this feature off or when the feature is unavailable.
Ready to Drive
(If Equipped)
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Illuminates when you have switched on the vehicle and it is ready to drive. A corresponding message may appear stating ready to drive.
Service Engine Soon
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether your vehicle is ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is cranked and automatically turns off if no system errors are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 138).
If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a system error. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected an error in the vehicle emission control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be occurring. Continuing to drive your vehicle may cause reduced power or the engine to stop. Failure to respond to the warning lamp may cause component damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Stability Control
It flashes when the system is
E138639 active. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, this indicates a system error. During a system error the system switches off. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer
immediately. See Using Stability
Stability Control Off
Illuminates when you switch the system off. It goes out when you
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when you switch the ignition off. See
Using Stability Control (page 158).
Stop Safely Now
(If Equipped)
Illuminates if your vehicle has an electrical component fault or
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AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's door and you have left the key in the ignition.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door and you have left the headlamps or parking lamps on.
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Instrument Cluster
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime
Sounds when you have not moved the transmission selector lever to position P .
A message will be shown in the display.
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Information Displays
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
You can control various systems on your vehicle using the quick action menu (QAM) buttons on the right-hand side of the steering wheel. The information display provides the corresponding information.
Information Display Controls
A B C
Return Button
Use the return button to go back or to exit.
OK
Button
Use the
OK
button to make a selection.
You can also use it to scroll through a menu.
Menu Button
Use the menu button on the main screen to display the submenu.
Menu
This icon gives you the ability to switch a feature on or off. A
E204495 check in the box indicates the feature is on, and unchecked indicates the feature is off.
Note:
Some menus may show features used in different models, some may appear different to you on your vehicle.
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A
B
C
Return button.
OK button.
Menu button.
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Information Displays
Trip 1
Trip 1
Trip 1
Trip 2
Reset Individual Values Select Your Setting
Configure View Select Your Setting
• Trip Odometer - Registers the distance traveled of individual journeys or the total distance since the function was last reset.
• Trip Timer - Registers the elapsed time of individual journeys or the total time since the function was last reset.
• Average Fuel - Indicates the average fuel consumption of individual journeys or the average fuel consumption since the function was last reset.
• Average Speed - Indicates the average vehicle speed of individual journeys or the average vehicle speed since the function was last reset.
• Distance to Empty - Indicates the approximate distance your vehicle can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern can cause the value to not only decrease but also increase or stay constant for periods of time.
Note:
Press and hold the
OK
button on the controls on the steering wheel to reset your trip information.
MyView
MyView
Range Indication
Power Charge Gauge
Fuel Economy
Trip/Audio
Calm Screen
Navigation
Navigation
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 306).
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Audio
Audio
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 306).
Phone
Phone
Menu options covered in the SYNC chapter. See General Information (page 306).
Settings
Information
Display
Settings
Contains vehicle status information.
Select Your Setting.
Language
Measure unit
Select Your Setting
Temperature unit
Tire Pressure
Driver Assistance
Vehicle Settings Alarm system
Chimes
DTE Calculation
Lighting
Locks
Wipers
Vehicle Maintenance Oil Level
Oil Life
Brake Fluid Life
Tire Pressure
Select Your Setting
Select Your Setting
Select Your Setting
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INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:
Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all of the messages will display or be available.
Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.
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Press the
OK
button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed automatically after a short time.
Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access the menus.
AWD
Message
AWD Temporarily
Disabled
AWD Temporarily
Locked
AWD OFF
AWD Restored
Action
The all wheel drive system has automatically disabled itself due to the system overheating.
The all wheel drive system is locking up the torque transfer clutch to help reduce clutch temperature.
Displays when the system automatically disables to protect itself. This may be caused by operating the vehicle with a mini spare tire installed, if the system detects dissimilar size tires, or if there is an issue with another vehicle system preventing
AWD operation. The system resumes normal operation and clears this message after you cycle the ignition on and off and drive a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the other vehicle system issues are resolved.
Displays after the system cools and the all wheel drive system resumes normal function.
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Information Displays
Message
AWD Fault Service
Required
Action
The all wheel drive system is not operating properly and the powertrain fault indicator illuminates. If the warning stays illuminated or continues to illuminate, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Displayed when the transfer case fluid requires service.
Change AWD Power
Transfer Unit Lube
AWD Power Transfer
Unit Lube Set to New
Displayed when the transfer case fluid has been changed and reset to new.
AdvanceTrac™ and Traction Control
Message
Service AdvanceTrac
AdvanceTrac Off
AdvanceTrac On
AdvanceTrac SPORT
MODE
Traction Control Off
Traction Control On
Action
The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it off.
The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it on.
The status of the AdvanceTrac sport mode after you switched it on.
The status of the traction control system after you switched it off.
The status of the traction control system after you switched it on.
Alarm
Message
Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.
Action
Unauthorized entry triggered the alarm. See Anti-Theft
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Information Displays
Battery and Charging System
Message Action
Check Charging System The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Service
Soon
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Service
Now
The charging system needs servicing. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Battery State of Charge
Low
Turn Power Off To Save
Battery
Low Battery Features
Temporarily Turned Off
The battery management system determines that the 12V battery is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge the battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery charger. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered.
The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.
Displayed when the battery management system detects an extended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features will be disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible to improve system voltage. If the system voltage has recovered, the disabled features will operate again as normal.
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System
Message Action
Blind Spot System Fault A system error has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Not Available
Sensor Blocked See
Manual
Cross Traffic Alert
Applying Brakes
The system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System (page 167).
The system detects a vehicle and automatically applied the brakes.
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Message
Cross Traffic System
Fault
Action
Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked See
Manual
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert
system sensors are blocked. See Cross Traffic Alert (page
A system error has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic Alert Deactivated Trailer Attached
The system automatically turns off and displays this message when you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind
spot system off through the information display. See Cross
Blind Spot Alert Deactivated Trailer Attached
The system automatically turns off and displays this message when you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind
spot system off through the information display. See Blind
Spot Information System (page 167).
Doors and Locks
Message
Driver Door Ajar
Passenger Door Ajar
Rear Left Door Ajar
Rear Right Door Ajar
Liftgate Ajar
Hood Ajar
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Doors Locked Unlock
Before Opening
Driver Door Fault Use
Inside Override Lever In
Map Pocket
Door Fault Service
Required
Action
The driver door is not completely closed.
The passenger door is not completely closed.
The rear left door is not completely closed.
The rear right door is not completely closed.
The liftgate is not completely closed.
The hood is not completely closed.
The system has disabled the door switches.
Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open the door.
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening the door by the override lever. Contact an authorized dealer.
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Contact an authorized dealer.
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Information Displays
Message
Child Lock Malfunction
Service Required
Child Lock ON
Action
There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power windows are switched off, preventing rear seat occupants from opening the doors or windows.
Child Lock OFF
Factory Keypad Code {X
X X X X}
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches and power windows are switched on.
The factory keypad code displays in the information display after the system resets the keypad.
Fuel
Message
Fuel Level Low
Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Fuel Door Opening
Fuel Door Open
Action
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.
Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.
The fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin to refuel.
Close Fuel Door to Avoid
Check Engine Light
A reminder to close the fuel door. Failure to follow this instruction can cause the check engine light to illuminate.
Refuel Error See Manual There is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle.
Hill Start Assist
Message
Hill Start Assist Not
Available
Action
Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer.
See Hill Start Assist (page 154).
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Information Displays
Keys and Intelligent Access
Message
To START Press Brake
No Key Detected
Restart Now or Key is
Needed
Full Accessory Power
Active
Starting System Fault
Action
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.
The key is not detected by the system.
The Start Stop button is pressed to shut off the engine and an Intelligent Access key is not detected inside your vehicle.
Your vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.
Key Program Successful
There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. See an authorized dealer for service.
During spare key programming, an intelligent access key is programmed to the system.
Max Number of Keys
Learned
Key Program Failure
Not Enough Keys
Learned
Key Battery Low Replace
Soon
Vehicle Switched Off
During spare key programming, the maximum number of keys have been programmed.
Displayed during spare key programming, when an intelligent access key has failed to be programmed.
Displayed during spare key programming when not enough keys have been programmed.
Displays when the key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible.
Displays when the vehicle is switched off.
Maintenance
Message Action
Low Engine Oil Pressure Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Change Engine Oil Soon
Oil Change Required
Brake Fluid Level Low
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.
The oil life left reaches 0%.
The brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be
inspected immediately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 230).
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Message
Check Brake System
Action
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.
Engine Coolant Over
Temperature
Washer Fluid Level Low
Factory Mode Contact
Dealer
See Manual
The washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled.
Transport Mode Contact
Dealer
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may not allow some features to operate properly. Contact an authorized dealer.
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operate properly. Contact an authorized dealer.
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.
Power Reduced to
Lower Engine Temp
Brake Applied Power
Reduced
Motor Coolant Over
Temperature
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.
The brake system has reduced stopping power.
The motor electronics are overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off your vehicle and let it cool. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Park Aid
Message Action
Check Front Park Aid
Check Rear Park Aid
The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Rear Park Aid Not Available Sensor Blocked See
Manual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
See Rear Parking Aid (page 159).
Front Park Aid Not Available Sensor Blocked See
Manual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
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Message
Park Aid Not Available
Sensor Blocked See
Manual
Front Park Aid On Off
Rear Park Aid On Off
Action
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
See Principle of Operation (page 159).
Displays the park aid status.
Displays the park aid status.
Park Brake
Message
Park Brake Engaged
To Release: Press Brake and Switch
Park Brake Use Switch to Release
Release Park Brake
Action
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
The electric parking brake is set and a manual release is attempted without the brake pedal being pressed.
The electric parking brake is set and an automatic release is attempted but cannot be performed. Perform a manual release.
The electric parking brake is set and your vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h). Release park brake before continued driving.
The electric parking brake is not fully applied.
Park Brake Not Applied
Park Brake Not Released The electric parking brake is not fully released.
Park Brake Maintenance
Mode
The electric parking brake system has been put into a special mode that is used to allow service of the rear brakes. Contact an authorized dealer.
Park Brake Limited
Function Service
Required
Park Brake Malfunction
Service Now
The electric park brake system detects a condition that requires service. Some functionality may still be available.
Contact your authorized dealer.
The electric parking brake system detects a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer.
Park Brake System
Overheated
Numerous park brake applies have overheated the system.
Wait 2 minutes before attempting to apply again.
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Police Engine Idle feature
Message
Police Engine Idle Not
Available
Police Engine Idle Fault
Action
Displayed when the Police Engine Idle feature conditions are not correct for proper operation.
Displayed when there is a fault detected in the Police Engine
Idle feature and the system is not active.
Police Engine Idle Fault
Restart Engine
Police Engine Idle Active
Reinsert Key or Press
Button
Displayed when there is a fault detected in the Police Engine
Idle feature and the system is active.
Displayed when the Police Engine Idle feature is active.
Power Steering
Message
Steering Fault Service
Now
Steering Loss Stop
Safely
Steering Assist Fault
Service Required
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
Action
The power steering system detects a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer.
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
The power steering system detects a condition within the power steering system or passive entry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
The steering lock system detects a condition that requires service. See an authorized dealer.
Pre-Collision Assist
Message
Pre-Collision Assist Not
Available Sensor
Blocked
Pre-Collision Assist Not
Available
Action
You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud or water in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Seats
Message Action
Occupant Sensor
BLOCKED Remove
Objects Near Passenger
Seat
Objects are by the passenger seat. After you move the objects away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Starting System
Message
To START Press Brake
Cranking Time Exceeded
Engine Start Pending
Please Wait
Pending Start Cancelled
Ready to Drive
Action
A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle.
The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to start your vehicle.
The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.
The system has cancelled the pending start.
Your vehicle is ready to drive.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Message
Tire Pressure Low
Tire Pressure Monitor
Fault
Tire Pressure Sensor
Fault
Action
One or more tires on your vehicle has low pressure. See Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (page 262).
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an
authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure
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Trailer
Message
Trailer Connected
Trailer Disconnected
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
Trailer Wiring Fault
Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
Action
A correct trailer connection is sensed during a given ignition cycle.
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, either intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle.
The trailer sway control detects trailer sway.
There are certain faults in your vehicle wiring and trailer
wiring/brake system. See Towing a Trailer (page 185).
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check your lamp.
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check your lamp.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See
Manual
Trailer Lighting Module Fault
See Manual
There is a fault with your trailer battery. See Towing a Trailer (page 185).
There is a fault with your vehicle trailer lighting module.
See Towing a Trailer (page 185).
Transmission
Message
Shift to Park
Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
Press Brake Pedal
Transmission Over
Temperature Stop
Safely
Transmission Service
Required
Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
Action
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in any position other than park (P).
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s possible.
See an authorized dealer.
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s possible.
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Information Displays
Message
Transmission Limited
Function See Manual
Action
The transmission has limited functionality. See an authorized dealer.
Transmission Not in Park A reminder to shift into park. In addition, this message is typical after reconnecting or recharging the battery until you cycle
the ignition to the on mode. See Changing the 12V Battery
SHIFT SYS FAULT
Confirm Park Brake
Apply Before Exiting the
Vehicle
SHIFT SYS FAULT
Service Required
Displays when there is a system fault and the park brake needs to be depressed before exiting the vehicle. See your authorized dealer.
See your authorized dealer.
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shifting to park. See your authorized dealer.
SHIFT SYS FAULT
Vehicle is Shifting to
Park
SHIFT SYS FAULT
Reverse Unavailable
Service Required
Displays when there is a system fault while the vehicle is shifting to reverse. See your authorized dealer.
See an authorized dealer.
SHIFT SYS FAULT Drive
Unavailable Select S for
Drive Service Required
SHIFT SYS FAULT
Neutral Unavailable
Service Required
SHIFT SYS FAULT Sport
Unavailable Service
Required
Invalid Gear Selection
Depress Brake to Shift from Park
Neutral Tow Engaged
Turn Ignition Off for
Towing
Neutral Tow Engaged
Depress Brake and
Select Park to Exit
Neutral Tow
See your authorized dealer.
See your authorized dealer.
Displays when an invalid gear has been selected.
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed to enable the transmission to shift from park.
Reminder to switch off the ignition while in neutral tow.
Displays when neutral hold is active and you want to exit neutral tow.
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Information Displays
Message
Neutral Tow Remove
Park Brake for Towing
Neutral Tow Disengaged
Neutral Tow Enabled
Leave Transmission in
Neutral
Action
Reminder to remove park brake while in neutral tow.
Displays when the neutral tow is off.
Displays when neutral tow is on.
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Climate Control
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL
Setting the Temperature
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Note:
Depending on your vehicle option package, the controls may look different from what you see here.
Note:
You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Note:
For Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) vehicles, the air conditioning compressor may run, and you may feel airflow when the climate control is off to provide cooling to the battery.
Directing the Airflow
Press and release the button to direct airflow to the windshield air vents and de-mister.
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Press and release the button to direct airflow to the instrument panel air vents.
Press and release the button to direct airflow to the footwell air vents.
You can direct air through any combination of these air vents.
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
Press and release
+
or
-
to adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
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Press the buttons on the left-hand side of the climate control to set the left-hand temperature.
Note:
This control also adjusts the right-hand side temperature when you switch off dual zone mode.
Press the buttons on the right-hand side of the climate control to set the right-hand temperature.
Switching Auto Mode On and Off
Press and release the button to switch on automatic operation.
Repeatedly press the button to adjust auto mode.
The system adjusts the blower motor speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and outside or recirculated air to reach and maintain the temperature you have set.
Under high humidity conditions, the system adjusts the blower motor speed, air distribution and air conditioning operation to reduce window fogging.
Note:
The system starts at the previous setting when you switch on
AUTO
mode.
Note:
You can also switch off dual zone mode by pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds.
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Auto Mode Indicator Status
Auto Mode Indicator
Status
One indicator illuminated.
Description
• The blower motor speed is reduced.
• Use this setting to minimize the amount of noise from the blower motor.
• This setting increases the time taken to cool the interior.
Two indicators illuminated.
Three indicators illuminated.
• The blower motor speed is moderate.
• The blower motor speed is increased.
• Use this setting to reduce the time taken to cool the interior.
• This setting increases the amount of noise from the blower motor.
Smart Zone - Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV), Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)
If there is not an occupant in the front passenger seat, the climate control system may default to single zone to improve fuel economy, if you were previously in dual zone operation. When this occurs, dual zone turns off and the passenger set point changes to match the driver set point.
Adjust the passenger set point normally to use dual zone operation without a passenger present. The system remains in dual zone operation until you switch the vehicle off.
You can disable or re-enable the Smart
Zone feature by pressing and holding
AUTO
for more than four seconds. Both set point displays begin flashing to signify when the feature disables. The system returns to previous state after you release
AUTO
.
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off
Press and release the button.
Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.
Note:
In certain conditions, such as maximum defrost, the air conditioning compressor may continue to operate even though you switch off the air conditioning.
Note:
The
A/C
LED light may turn on and off based on the temperature setting or the current conditions.
Switching the Climate Control On and Off
Press and release the button.
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Switching Maximum Air
Conditioning On and Off
Press and release the button for maximum cooling.
The driver and passenger temperatures are set to LO, recirculated air flows through the instrument panel air vents, air conditioning turns on and the blower motor adjusts to the highest speed.
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
Press and release the button for maximum defrosting.
The driver and passenger temperatures are set to HI, air flows through the windshield air vents, and the blower motor adjusts to the highest speed.
Note:
Depending on your region, air conditioning turns on.
You can also use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
Note:
To prevent window fogging, you cannot select recirculated air when maximum defrost is on.
Note:
The heated rear window also turns on when you select maximum defrost.
Switching Recirculated Air On and
Off
Press and release the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air.
The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior, when used with
A/C
, and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.
Note:
Recirculated air may turn off, or prevent you from switching on, in all air flow modes except
MAX A/C
to reduce the risk of fogging. Recirculation may also turn on and off in various air distribution control combinations during hot weather to improve cooling efficiency.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:
Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up.
Note:
You may feel a small amount of air from the footwell air vents regardless of the air distribution setting.
Note:
To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with the system switched off or with recirculated air always switched on.
Note:
Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats.
Note:
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.
Note:
To improve the time to reach a comfortable temperature in hot weather, drive with the windows open until you feel cold air through the air vents.
Automatic Climate Control
Note:
Adjusting the settings when your vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is not necessary. Automatic mode is best recommended to maintain set temperature.
Note:
The system adjusts to heat or cool the interior to the temperature you select as quickly as possible.
Note:
For the system to function efficiently, the instrument panel and side air vents should be fully open.
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Climate Control
Note:
If you select
AUTO
during cold outside temperatures, the system directs air flow to the windshield and side window air vents. In addition, the blower motor may run at a slower speed until the engine warms up.
Note:
If you select
AUTO
during hot temperatures and the inside of the vehicle is hot, the system uses recirculated air to maximize interior cooling. Blower motor speed may also reduce until the air cools.
Quickly Heating the Interior
1.
Press and release
AUTO
.
2. Adjust the temperature function to the setting you prefer.
Recommended Settings for
Heating
1.
Press and release
AUTO
.
2. Adjust the temperature function to the setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.
Quickly Cooling the Interior
1.
Press and release
MAX A/C
.
Recommended Settings for
Cooling
1.
Press and release
AUTO
.
2. Adjust the temperature function to the setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.
Defogging the Side Windows in
Cold Weather
1.
Press and release defrost or maximum defrost.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the setting you prefer. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.
REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE
CONTROLS
(IF EQUIPPED)
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Note:
Depending on your vehicle option package, the controls may look different from what you see here.
Directing Air to the Overhead Air
Vents
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Press and release the button to direct airflow to the overhead air vents.
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell
Air Vents
Press and release the button to direct airflow to rear footwell air vents.
Rear Climate Control Lock
Indicator
controls.
When illuminated, you can only operate the rear passenger settings through the front
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Climate Control
Setting the Rear Blower Motor
Speed
Switching the Rear Climate
Control On and Off
Press and release the button.
Switching the Rear Heated Seats
On and Off
(If Equipped)
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Turn the control to adjust the volume of air circulated in the rear passenger compartment.
Setting the Rear Temperature
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Turn the control to set the temperature in the rear passenger compartment.
HEATED REAR WINDOW
Press the button to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. The
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Note:
Do not use harsh chemicals, razor blades or other sharp objects to clean or remove decals from the inside of the heated rear window. The vehicle warranty may not cover damage to the heated rear window grid lines.
HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS
(IF EQUIPPED)
When you switch the heated rear window on, the heated exterior mirrors turn on.
Note:
Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or adjust the mirror glass when it is frozen in place.
Note:
Do not clean the mirror housing or glass with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. The vehicle warranty may not cover damage caused to the mirror housing or glass.
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Interior Air Quality
WHAT IS THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
The cabin air filter improves the quality of air in your vehicle by trapping dust, pollen and other particles.
REPLACING THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
Replace the filter at regular intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 325).
The cabin air filter is behind the glove compartment.
To remove the lower glove compartment and access the filter:
1.
Open the glove compartment.
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2. Press the tab on each side.
3. Fully lower the glove compartment.
4. Pull the glove compartment toward you.
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Seats
SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take weight off the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in the event of a crash. Always sit upright against your seat back, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING: Do not recline the seat backrest too far as this can cause the occupant to slide under the seatbelt, resulting in personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not place objects higher than the top of the seat backrest.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or crash.
We recommend that you follow these guidelines:
• Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible.
• Do not recline the seat backrest so that your torso is more than 30 degrees from the upright position.
• Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of your head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain comfortable.
• Keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. We recommend a minimum of 10 in
(25 cm) between your breastbone and the airbag cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the seatbelt over the center of your shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is comfortable and that you can maintain full control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING: Fully adjust the head restraint before you sit in or operate your vehicle. This will help minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash. Do not adjust the head restraint when your vehicle is moving.
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When you use them properly, the seat, head restraint, seatbelt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash.
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Seats
WARNING: The head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied.
Failure to adjust the head restraint properly could reduce its effectiveness during certain impacts.
Note:
Adjust the seat backrest to an upright driving position before adjusting the head restraint. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of your head and as far forward as possible. Make sure that you remain comfortable. If you are extremely tall, adjust the head restraint to its highest position.
Adjusting the Head Restraints
Front Seat Head Restraints
Lowering the Head Restraint
1.
Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
Tilting Head Restraints
(If Equipped)
The front head restraints tilt for extra comfort. To tilt the head restraint, do the following:
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The head restraints consist of:
A
B
C
D
An energy absorbing head restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve adjust and release button.
Guide sleeve.
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
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1.
Adjust the seat backrest to an upright driving or riding position.
2. Pivot the head restraint forward toward your head to the position you prefer.
After the head restraint reaches the forward-most tilt position, pivot it forward again to release it to the rearward, un-tilted position.
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Second Row Center Seat Head
Restraint
Seats
Second Row Outermost Seat Head
Restraints
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The head restraints consist of:
A
B
C
D
An energy absorbing head restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve adjust and release button.
Guide sleeve.
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1.
Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
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The head restraints consist of:
A
B
C
An energy absorbing head restraint.
Two steel stems.
Guide sleeve.
MANUAL SEATS
(IF EQUIPPED)
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward
WARNING: Do not adjust the driver seat or seat backrest when your vehicle is moving. This may result in sudden seat movement, causing the loss of control of your vehicle.
WARNING: Make sure the seat fully locks into place by rocking it backward and forward. Not securing the seat into the locked position can be dangerous in a crash and could cause serious personal injury or death.
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Seats
POWER SEATS
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Adjusting the Seat Backrest
WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING: Do not place cargo or any objects behind the seat backrest before returning it to the original position.
Pull on the seat backrest to make sure that it has fully latched after returning the seat backrest to its original position.
An unlatched seat may become dangerous if you stop suddenly or have a crash.
WARNING: Do not adjust the driver seat or seat backrest when your vehicle is moving. This may result in sudden seat movement, causing the loss of control of your vehicle.
WARNING: Do not place cargo or any objects behind the seatback before returning it to the original position.
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward
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Adjusting the Seat Cushion
(If
Equipped)
Seats
Adjusting the Lumbar Support
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Adjusting the Seat Height
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Adjusting the Seat Backrest
(If
Equipped)
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Seats
REAR SEATS
Adjusting the Seat Backrest
WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
WARNING: Do not recline the seat backrest too far as this can cause the occupant to slide under the seatbelt, resulting in personal injury in the event of a crash.
Folding the Seat Backrest Flat
(If
Equipped)
WARNING: Do not place cargo or any objects behind the seat backrest before returning it to the original position.
Pull on the seat backrest to make sure that it has fully latched after returning the seat backrest to its original position.
An unlatched seat may become dangerous if you stop suddenly or have a crash.
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Lift the handle to adjust the seat backrest rearward or forward. The seat backrest can also fold forward until it is flat.
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Lift the handle and fold the seat backrest forward until it is flat.
Note:
For the bench seats, make sure the center seatbelt is unbuckled before folding the seat backrest.
Note:
You may need to move the front row seat forward to allow the second row seat to fold flat.
To return the seat backrest to the upright position, lift the seat backrest toward the rear of the vehicle until it latches.
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Folding the Second Row Center Seat
Seats
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Pull the strap to fold the seat backrest flat.
To return the seat to the upright position, rotate the seat backrest until it locks.
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Rear Occupant Alert System
(If Equipped)
WHAT IS THE REAR
OCCUPANT ALERT SYSTEM
The rear occupant alert system monitors vehicle conditions and notifies you to check for rear seat occupants when you switch the ignition off.
HOW DOES THE REAR
OCCUPANT ALERT SYSTEM
WORK
The system monitors when rear doors have been opened and closed to indicate the potential presence of an occupant in the rear seat.
A message displays in the information and entertainment display screen and an audible warning sounds when you switch the ignition off after any of the following conditions have been met:
• A rear door is opened or closed while the ignition is on.
• You switch the ignition on within 15 minutes of a rear door opening and closing.
• You switch the ignition on within 15 minutes of the alert having displayed or sounded.
REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: On hot days, the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.
WARNING: Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
The system does not detect the presence of objects or passengers in the rear seat.
It monitors when rear doors are opened and closed.
Note:
It is possible to receive an alert when there is no rear seat occupant, but alert conditions are met.
Note:
It is possible to receive no alert when there is an occupant in the rear seat, if alert conditions are not met. For example, if a rear seat occupant does not enter the vehicle through a rear door.
Note:
The audible warning does not sound when the front door is opened before you switch the ignition off.
SWITCHING REAR OCCUPANT
ALERT SYSTEM ON AND OFF
Press the button on the audio unit.
1.
Using the controls on the audio unit, select Settings .
2. Switch Rear Occupant Alert on or off.
Note:
When you switch the system off, a message appears every six months as a reminder that the system is off. You can switch the system back on or leave it off.
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Rear Occupant Alert System
(If Equipped)
REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM INDICATORS
Message
Check rear seats for occupants.
Displays when you switch the vehicle off after the alert conditions are met.
The message displays for a short
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OK
button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display.
REAR OCCUPANT ALERT
SYSTEM AUDIBLE WARNINGS
Sounds when you switch your vehicle off after the alert conditions are met.
The warning sounds for a short period of time.
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Auxiliary Power Points
12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigar lighter socket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
Note:
When you switch the ignition on, you can use the socket to power 12 volt appliances with a maximum current rating of 15 amps.
Note:
If the power supply does not work after you switch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.
Note:
Do not hang any accessory from the accessory plug.
Note:
Do not use the power point over the vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or a fuse may blow.
Note:
Always keep the power point caps closed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an accessory plug into the power point. This damages the power point and may blow the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the power point.
To prevent the battery from running out of charge:
• Do not use the power point longer than necessary when the vehicle is not running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in overnight or when you park your vehicle for extended periods.
USB Port and Power Point
Locations
USB Ports and Power Points may be in the following locations:
• On the lower instrument panel.
• Inside the center console.
• On the front of the center console.
• On the rear of the center console.
• In the cargo area.
• On the passenger side floor panel.
• 3rd row on the quarter trim panels.
Note:
Some of the USB ports may not have data transfer capabilities.
Note:
Incorrect use of the USB ports can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
110 Volt AC Power Point
(If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use. Do not use any extension cord with the 110 volt
AC power point, since it will defeat the safety protection design. Doing so may cause the power point to overload due to powering multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150 watt load limit and could result in fire or serious injury.
Note:
The power point turns off when you switch off the ignition, when the vehicle is not in accessory mode or when the battery voltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electric devices that require up to 150 watts. It is on the rear of the center console.
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Auxiliary Power Points
• Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical equipment or measuring equipment.
• Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets or touch-sensor lamps.
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When the indicator light on the power point is:
• On: The power point is working, the ignition is ON or the vehicle is in accessory mode.
• Off: The power point is OFF, the ignition is OFF or the vehicle is not in accessory mode.
• Flashing: The power point is in fault mode.
Due to the different technologies used on its construction, some devices may exceed the capacity shown on its label when they are initially plugged-in.
The power outlet temporarily turns off power when in fault mode if the device exceeds the 150 watt limit. Unplug your device and switch the ignition off. Switch the ignition back on, but do not plug your device back in. Let the system cool off and switch the ignition off to reset the fault mode. Switch the ignition back on and make sure the indicator light remains on.
Do not use the power point for certain electric devices, including:
• Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.
• Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric power tools or compressor-driven refrigerators.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
GENERAL INFORMATION IGNITION SWITCH
WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the engine in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic.
Always open the garage door before you start the engine.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics for approximately 5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is because the engine management system must realign itself with the engine. You can disregard any unusual driving characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressing the accelerator pedal before and during operation. Only use the accelerator pedal when you have difficulty starting the engine.
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0 (off) - The ignition is off.
Note:
When you switch the ignition off and leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in the ignition. This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to operate while the engine is not running.
Note:
Do not leave the ignition key in this position for too long. This could cause your vehicle battery to lose charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits are operational and the warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
III (start) - Cranks the engine.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases. This helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Note:
You can crank the engine for a total of 60 seconds without the engine starting before the starting system temporarily disables. The 60 seconds does not have to be all at once. For example, if you crank the engine three times for 20 seconds each time, without the engine starting, you reached the 60-second time limit. A message appears in the information display alerting you that you exceeded the cranking time. You cannot attempt to start the engine for at least 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, you are limited to a 15-second engine cranking time. You need to wait 60 minutes before you can crank the engine for
60 seconds again.
Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
• Switch the ignition key to position II .
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.
Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to position III to start the engine.
Note:
The engine may continue cranking for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note:
If you cannot start the engine on the first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this procedure:
1.
Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
4. Start the engine.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
1.
Shift into park (P).
2. Turn the key to position 0 .
3. Apply the parking brake.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
WARNING: Switching off the engine when the vehicle is still moving will result in a loss of brake and steering assistance. The steering will not lock, but higher effort will be required. When the ignition is switched off, some electrical circuits, including air bags, warning lamps and indicators may also be off. If the ignition was turned off accidentally, you can shift into neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
1.
Shift into neutral and use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P) and turn the key to position 0 .
3. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust fumes.
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the engine idling for long periods, we recommend that you do one of the following:
• Open the windows at least 1 in
(2.5 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
STARTING A HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
• Make sure all occupants fasten their seatbelt.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.
Turn the key to position III to start your vehicle.
Note:
The green READY indicator illuminates letting you know that your vehicle is ready for driving. Since your vehicle comes with a silent key start, the engine
may not start when your vehicle starts. See
When the engine starts for the first time on your drive, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:
1.
Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
4. Turn the key to position III to start your vehicle.
Switching Off Your Vehicle When
It Is Stationary
1.
Put the transmission in park (P).
2. Turn the key to position
0
.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Switching Off Your Vehicle When
It Is Moving
WARNING: Do not switch off your vehicle when it is moving. This results in a significant decrease in braking and steering assistance. If the vehicle is switched off, some electrical circuits, for example airbags, could also turn off.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
1.
Put the transmission into neutral (N) and use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle stops, put the transmission in park (P).
3. Turn the key to position
0
.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the engine idling for long periods of time, we recommend that you do one of the following:
• Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of electrical shock.
WARNING: Do not fully close the hood, or allow it to drop under its own weight when using the engine block heater. This could damage the power cable and may cause an electrical short resulting in fire, injury and property damage.
Note:
The heater is most effective when outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by warming the engine coolant. This allows the climate control system to respond quickly. The equipment includes a heater element, installed in the engine block and a wire harness. You can connect the system to a grounded 120-volt AC electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following for a safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor extension cord outdoors. This could result in an electric shock or become a fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug and heater cord plug connections are free and clear of water. This could cause an electric shock or fire.
• If the block heater cord is under the hood, Do Not remove the wiring from its original location. Do Not close the hood on the extension wiring.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately 30 minutes.
• Make sure the system is unplugged and properly stowed before starting and driving your vehicle. Make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the block heater cord plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is checked for proper operation before winter.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with a dry cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. The system does not have a thermostat. It achieves maximum temperature after approximately three hours of operation.
Using the heater longer than three hours does not improve system performance and unnecessarily uses electricity.
POLICE ENGINE IDLE FEATURE
(IF EQUIPPED)
The system allows you to leave the engine running and prevents your vehicle from unauthorized use when you are outside of your vehicle. When you remove the key from the ignition, the engine remains idling.
Switching the System On
2. Switch the ignition off and remove the key.
When the system is on:
• The power window switches turn off and the windows remain in their current state.
• The luggage compartment or liftgate unlock switch turns off.
Note:
When the system is on, you can use the key blade or the remote control to lock and unlock your vehicle.
Switching the System Off
• Turn the key to the run position.
• Press the button on the instrument panel.
Note:
If you switch the system off before switching the ignition to the run position, your vehicle shuts down.
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With your vehicle running and the transmission in park (P), press the
button on the instrument panel. See
warning lamp illuminates to confirm
the system is on. See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 79).
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Unique Driving Characteristics
HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
(IF EQUIPPED)
This hybrid vehicle combines electric and gasoline propulsion to provide breakthrough performance and improved efficiency. Familiarizing yourself with these unique characteristics provides an optimal driving experience from your vehicle.
Starting
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When you start your vehicle, a green READY indicator light appears in the instrument cluster letting you know that your vehicle is ready for driving.
The engine may not start because your vehicle has a silent key start feature. This fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to be ready to drive without requiring the gas engine to be running. The indicator remains on when your vehicle is on, whether the engine is running or not, to indicate your vehicle is capable of movement using the electric motor, gas engine or both.
Typically, the engine does not start unless your vehicle is cold, or you request a climate control change, or press the accelerator pedal.
Driving
The gas engine starts and stops to provide power when needed and to save fuel when not needed. When coasting at low speeds, coming to a stop, or standing, the gas engine normally shuts down and your vehicle operates in electric-only mode.
Conditions that could cause the engine to start up or remain running include:
• Considerably accelerating your vehicle.
• Climbing a hill.
• Charge level of the high voltage battery is low.
• High or low outside temperatures causing the system to heat or cool.
• Engine not warm enough to provide a desirable temperature for the passenger.
• Towing a trailer.
• Selectable drive modes. Certain selectable drive modes could cause
the engine to run. See What Is Drive
Stopping
The gas engine could shut off to conserve fuel as you come to a stop. You do not have to restart your vehicle. Simply step on the accelerator when you are ready to drive.
Transmission Operation
The engine and electric motor together propel the vehicle through the automatic transmission. This is normal hybrid operating and helps deliver fuel efficiency and performance.
Battery
Your hybrid vehicle has a high voltage battery. A cool battery maintains battery life and provides the best possible performance. The air conditioning system cools the high voltage battery. When the air conditioning system is on and cooling the battery, there could be a slight increase in air temperature coming from the climate control vents.
During extended downhill driving, the engine continues to run instead of shutting off. During this engine braking, the engine stays on, but it is not using any fuel. You could also hear a slight whine or whistle when operating your vehicle. This is the normal operation of the electric motor in the hybrid system.
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Braking
Your hybrid vehicle has standard hydraulic braking and regenerative braking. The transmission performs regenerative braking. It captures brake energy and stores it in the high voltage battery. The transmission changes gears while decelerating and captures the maximum energy back into the high voltage battery.
Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy
Your fuel economy should improve throughout the hybrid vehicle break-in period. As with any vehicle, your driving habits and accessory usage can significantly impact your fuel economy. For best results, keep these tips in mind:
• Properly inflate the recommended size tires.
• Aggressive driving increases the amount of energy your vehicle requires to move. In general, you can achieve better fuel economy with mild to moderate acceleration and deceleration. Moderate braking is particularly important since it allows you to maximize the energy the regenerative braking system captures.
Additional tips:
• Do not carry extra loads.
• Be mindful of adding external accessories that could increase aerodynamic drag.
• Observe posted speed limits.
• Perform all scheduled maintenance.
• There is no need to wait for the engine to warm up. Your vehicle is immediately ready to drive after starting.
Note:
Having the engine running is not always an indication of inefficiency. In some cases, it is actually more efficient than driving in electric mode.
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HYBRID VEHICLE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(IF EQUIPPED)
Question Answer
What are the series of clicks from the cargo area when I first turn the key in the ignition?
The high voltage battery is electrically isolated from the rest of the vehicle when the key is off. When you switch the key on, high voltage contactors inside the battery are closed to make the electricity available to the motor and generator and enable the vehicle to drive. The clicks are the sound of these contactors as they close and open during start up and shut down.
Why does the engine sometimes start at key-on?
Why does it take a long time before the engine shuts down?
The vehicle's computer determines if an engine start is required at key-on. Silent key starts the engine if it is necessary for cabin heating, windshield defrost, or if the outside temperature is low.
There are several reasons the engine stays on for an extended amount of time when you first start it. One common reason is to make sure that the emissions components are warm enough to minimize tailpipe emissions. As the climate gets cooler, this engine-on time is extended.
Why does my engine stay on when it is extremely cold outside?
In order to make sure that the climate control system can begin heating the cabin or defrosting the windshield as soon as a driver requests it, the engine coolant temperature has to be kept sufficiently hot.
Keeping the engine on is required to maintain the correct coolant temperature.
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Question Answer
What is the engine oil change service interval?
Change the engine oil according to your
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor recommendation which under normal driving conditions should be around 9,500 mi (15,288 km)-
12,500 mi (20,117 km). Comply with the regular maintenance intervals.
Can I put E15 or E85 in my vehicle, and how will it affect my fuel economy?
Your hybrid vehicle can use E15 fuel (15% ethanol, 85% gasoline), but you may notice slightly reduced fuel economy because ethanol contains less energy per gallon than gasoline. Your hybrid vehicle is not designed to use E85 (85% ethanol).
How long will my high voltage battery last?
Does it need maintenance?
The high voltage battery system is designed to last the life of the vehicle and requires no maintenance.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: Fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled.
WARNING: Fuel may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent.
WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess fumes.
Follow these guidelines when refueling:
• Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle.
• Always switch the engine off before refueling.
• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed immediately call a physician, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent.
The toxic effects of fuel may not be apparent for hours.
• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling fuel vapor can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury.
• Avoid getting fuel in your eyes. If you splash fuel in your eyes, immediately remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury.
• Fuels can be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If you splash fuel on your skin, clothing or both, promptly remove contaminated clothing and thoroughly wash your skin with soap and water. Repeated or prolonged skin contact causes skin irritation.
• Be particularly careful if you are taking
Antabuse or other forms of Disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing fuel vapors could cause an adverse reaction, serious personal injury or sickness. Immediately call a physician if you experience any adverse reactions.
FUEL QUALITY - E85
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles
Flex fuel vehicles have one of the following identifiers:
• Yellow fuel filler cap.
• Yellow bezel around the fuel filler inlet.
• Yellow fuel filler housing.
• Yellow E85 label on the fuel tank filler door.
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Your vehicle is designed to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 or regular unleaded gasoline blended with a maximum of 85% ethanol (E85).
Some fuel stations, particularly those in high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating below 87. The use of these fuels could result in engine damage that will not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The performance gained by using premium fuel is most noticeable in hot weather as well as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 185).
Do not be concerned if the engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the engine knocks heavily while using fuel with the recommended octane rating, contact an authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage.
We recommend Top Tier detergent gasolines, where available to help minimize engine deposits and maintain optimal vehicle and engine performance. For additional information, refer to www.toptiergas.com.
Note:
Use of any fuel for which the vehicle was not designed can impair the emission control system, cause loss of vehicle performance, and cause damage to the engine which may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuels containing more than 85% ethanol or E100 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based additives, including manganese-based compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster additive, methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is prohibited by law.
The use of fuels with metallic compounds such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known as MMT), which is a manganese-based fuel additive, will impair engine performance and affect the emission control system.
Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline
We do not recommend repeatedly alternating between E85 and gasoline. If you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or from gasoline to E85, add as much fuel as possible, at least half a tank. Drive your vehicle immediately for a minimum of 5 mi
(8 km) to allow it to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration. If you use E85 exclusively, we recommend that you fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
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Choosing the Right Fuel
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Your vehicle is designed to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some fuel stations, particularly those in high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating below 87. The use of these fuels could result in engine damage that will not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The performance gained by using premium fuel is most noticeable in hot weather as well as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 185).
Do not be concerned if the engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the engine knocks heavily while using fuel with the recommended octane rating, contact an authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage.
We recommend Top Tier detergent gasolines, where available to help minimize engine deposits and maintain optimal vehicle and engine performance. For additional information, refer to www.toptiergas.com.
Note:
Use of any fuel for which the vehicle was not designed can impair the emission control system, cause loss of vehicle performance, and cause damage to the engine which may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based additives, including manganese-based compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster additive, methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is prohibited by law.
The use of fuels with metallic compounds such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known as MMT), which is a manganese-based fuel additive, will impair engine performance and affect the emission control system.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is in the spare wheel storage tray.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Running out of fuel can cause damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
• Add a minimum of 1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel to restart the engine.
• You may need to switch the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. When restarting, cranking time takes a few seconds longer than normal.
Note:
If your vehicle is on a steep slope, more fuel may be required.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
WARNING: Flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity. This can cause a fire if you are filling an ungrounded fuel container.
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up, which can produce a spark, when filling an ungrounded fuel container:
• Only use an approved fuel container to transfer fuel to your vehicle. Place the container on the ground when filling it.
• Do not fill a fuel container when it is inside your vehicle (including the cargo area).
• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container when filling it.
• Do not use a device that holds the fuel pump nozzle lever in the fill position.
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container
WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of a fuel container or an aftermarket funnel into the fuel filler neck. This may damage the fuel system filler neck or its seal and cause fuel to run onto the ground.
WARNING: Do not try to pry open or push open the capless fuel system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others.
WARNING: Do not dispose of fuel in the household refuse or the public sewage system. Use an authorized waste disposal facility.
When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from a fuel container, use the fuel filler funnel
included with your vehicle. See Fuel Filler
Note:
Do not use aftermarket funnels as they may not work with the capless fuel system and can damage it.
When refueling the vehicle fuel tank from a fuel container, do the following:
1.
Fully open the fuel filler door.
2. Fully insert the fuel filler funnel into the fuel filler inlet.
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HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)
Refueling System Overview
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3. Add fuel to your vehicle from the fuel container.
4. Remove the fuel filler funnel.
5. Fully close the fuel filler door.
6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it back in your vehicle or correctly dispose of it.
Note:
Extra funnels can be purchased from an authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel.
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B
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Fuel filler door.
Fuel tank filler valve.
Fuel tank filler pipe.
Your vehicle does not have a fuel tank filler cap.
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B
C
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Left-hand side. To open the fuel filler door, press the center rear edge of the fuel filler door and then release.
Right-hand side. To open the fuel filler door, press the center rear edge of the fuel filler door and then release.
Left-hand side. Pull the rear of the fuel filler door to open it.
Right-hand side. Pull the rear of the fuel filler door to open it.
Refueling Your Vehicle
WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess fumes.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not pry open the fuel tank filler valve. This could damage the fuel system. Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle from its fully inserted position when refueling.
WARNING: Stop refueling when the fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off for the first time. Failure to follow this will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and could lead to fuel overflowing.
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING: Wait at least five seconds before removing the fuel pump nozzle to allow any residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank.
WARNING: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island.
1.
Fully open the fuel filler door.
2. Select the correct fuel pump nozzle for your vehicle.
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5. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within the area shown.
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3. Insert the fuel pump nozzle up to the first notch on the nozzle A. Keep the fuel pump nozzle resting on the fuel tank filler pipe.
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B
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4. Hold the fuel pump nozzle in position
B when refueling. Holding the fuel pump nozzle in position A can affect the flow of fuel and shut off the fuel pump nozzle before the fuel tank is full.
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6. When the nozzle shuts off, wait at least
5 seconds, then slightly raise the fuel pump nozzle and slowly remove it.
7.
Fully close the fuel filler door.
Do not attempt to start the engine if you have filled the fuel tank with incorrect fuel.
Incorrect fuel use could cause damage that the vehicle Warranty may not cover. See your authorized dealer immediately.
Refueling System Warning
(If Equipped)
If the fuel tank filler valve does not fully close, a message could appear in the information display.
Message
Check Fuel Fill Inlet
If the message appears, do the following:
1.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off.
2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
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3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Fully open the fuel filler door.
5. Check the fuel tank filler valve for any debris that may be restricting its movement.
6. Remove any debris from the fuel tank filler valve.
7.
Fully insert a fuel pump nozzle or the fuel filler funnel provided with your
vehicle into the fuel filler pipe. See
Fuel Filler Funnel Location (page
128). This action should dislodge any
debris that may be preventing the fuel tank filler valve from fully closing.
8. Remove the fuel pump nozzle or fuel filler funnel from the fuel filler pipe.
9. Fully close the fuel filler door.
Note:
The message may not immediately reset. If the message continues to appear and a warning lamp illuminates, see your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
REFUELING - HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV)
WARNING: Do not pry open the fuel tank filler valve. This could damage the fuel system. Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not remove the fuel pump nozzle from its fully inserted position when refueling.
WARNING: Stop refueling when the fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off for the first time. Failure to follow this will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and could lead to fuel overflowing.
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire.
WARNING: Wait at least five seconds before removing the fuel pump nozzle to allow any residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank.
WARNING: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island.
1.
When you stop your vehicle, shift into park (P) and switch the ignition off.
WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the fuel tank filler valve. Never smoke or use a cell phone while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Avoid inhaling excess fumes.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
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2. Press the button on the left side of the instrument panel next to the headlamp switch to open the fuel filler door. The fuel filler door can take up to 15 seconds to open before you can insert a fuel filler nozzle.
4. Hold the fuel pump nozzle in position
B when refueling. Holding the fuel pump nozzle in position A can affect the flow of fuel and shut off the fuel pump nozzle before the fuel tank is full.
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6. When the pump shuts off, wait 5 seconds, then slowly lift and remove the nozzle.
7.
Fully close the fuel filler door.
Note:
To close the fuel filler door, press the center rear edge of the fuel filler door and then release.
Complete the refueling process within 20 minutes. If 20 minutes elapses, press the button on the left side of the instrument panel again. Fuel pump nozzle automatic shut off could occur if you do not press the button on the left side instrument panel.
System Warnings
If the fuel filler door fails to open, an information message appears in the information display.
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Message
Refuel
Error See
Manual
Description and Action
A warning message appears in the information display when the fuel system fails to depressurize or the fuel filler door fails to open. You may have to use the fuel filler door manual override lever.
If the information message appears, do the following:
1.
Check the fuel filler door for anything that may be obstructing its movement, for example ice or snow.
2. Remove any obstruction from the fuel filler door.
3. Press the button on the driver door to open the fuel filler door.
4. If the fuel filler door fails to open and the information message remains in the information display, use the fuel filler door manual override lever.
Fuel Filler Door Manual Override
Lever
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
Note:
The transmission must be in park (P) or neutral (N).
When using the manual override lever do the following:
1.
Switch the ignition on.
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Note:
The manual override lever is in the driver side rear wheel well area.
2. Pull the manual override lever.
3. Switch the ignition off.
4. Complete the refueling process within
20 minutes.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Advertised Capacity
The advertised capacity is the maximum amount of fuel that you can add to the fuel
tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty.
See Capacities and Specifications
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In addition, the fuel tank contains an empty reserve. The empty reserve is an unspecified amount of fuel that remains in the fuel tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty.
Note:
The amount of fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range.
Calculating Fuel Economy
Your vehicle calculates fuel economy figures through the trip computer average
fuel function. See Information Displays
The first 1,000 mi (1,600 km) of driving is the break-in period of the vehicle. A more accurate measurement is obtained after
2,000–3,000 mi (3,200–4,800 km).
1.
Completely fill the fuel tank and record
the initial odometer reading. See
2. Each time you fill the fuel tank, record the amount of fuel added.
3. After at least three fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading.
To calculate L/100 km (liters per 100 kilometers) fuel consumption, multiply the liters used by 100, then divide by kilometers traveled. To calculate MPG (miles per gallon) fuel consumption, divide miles traveled by gallons used.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving, for example city or highway. This provides an accurate estimate of your vehicle’s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Keeping records during summer and winter shows how temperature impacts fuel economy.
Conditions Influencing Fuel Efficiency
• Carrying unnecessary weight in your vehicle will reduce fuel efficiency.
• Avoid adding accessories that increase aerodynamic drag to your vehicle such as bug deflectors, car top carriers and ski or bike racks.
• Remove empty roof racks and keep windows shut at high speeds to reduce wind resistance and fuel use.
• Check and adjust tire pressure regularly. Under inflated tires will increase fuel consumption.
• Sudden acceleration and braking degrade fuel efficiency. Drive smoothly looking as far ahead as possible and avoid short trips when possible.
• Fuel efficiency degrades with lower temperatures.
• Comfort Features use additional energy and consume more fuel. Use AC and other comfort features only when necessary.
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may increase fuel consumption.
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EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alter the original equipment floor covering or insulation between it and the metal floor of the vehicle. The floor covering and insulation protect occupants of the vehicle from the engine and exhaust system heat and noise. On vehicles with no original equipment floor covering insulation, do not carry passengers in a manner that permits prolonged skin contact with the metal floor. Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state laws prohibit removing or rendering inoperative emission control system components.
Similar federal or provincial laws may apply in Canada. We do not approve of any vehicle modification without first determining applicable laws.
Tampering with emissions control systems including related sensors or the Diesel
Exhaust Fluid system can result in reduced engine power and the illumination of the service engine soon light.
Tampering With a Noise Control
System
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
• Removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance.
• Repair or replacement of any device or element of the design incorporated into a new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use.
• The use of the vehicle after any person removes or renders inoperative any device or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency may presume to constitute tampering as follows:
• Removal of hood blanket, fender apron absorbers, fender apron barriers, underbody noise shields or acoustically absorptive material.
• Tampering or rendering inoperative the engine speed governor, to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough, experiences a decrease in engine performance, experiences excess fuel consumption or produces excessive exhaust smoke, check for the following:
• A plugged or disconnected air inlet system hose.
• A plugged engine air filter element.
• Water in the fuel filter and water separator.
• A clogged fuel filter.
• Contaminated fuel.
• Air in the fuel system, due to loose connections.
• An open or pinched sensor hose.
• Incorrect engine oil level.
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• Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
• Incorrect engine oil viscosity for climactic conditions.
Note:
Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank.
Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
Note:
If these checks do not help you correct the concern, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty,
Prohibited Tampering Acts and
Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulation became effective governing the noise emission on trucks over 10,000 lb
(4,536 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The preceding statements concerning prohibited tampering acts and maintenance, and the noise warranty found in the Warranty Guide, are applicable to complete chassis cabs over
10,000 lb (4,536 kg) GVWR.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
WARNING: Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operating temperature of the exhaust system is very high. Never work around or attempt to repair any part of the exhaust system until it has cooled. Use special care when working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very high temperature after only a short period of engine operation and stays hot after the engine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Your vehicle has various emission control components and a catalytic converter that enables it to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly:
• Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle (page 196).
• Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Do not switch the ignition off when your vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule.
Note:
Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use anything other than Ford,
Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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Illumination of the service engine soon indicator, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle
Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine. This decal also lists engine displacement.
Please consult your warranty information for complete details.
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle has a computer known as the on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) that monitors the engine’s emission control system. The system protects the environment by making sure that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists a service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
When the service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine soon indicator to illuminate. Examples are:
1.
Your vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
3. The fuel fill inlet may not have closed
properly. See Refueling (page 130).
4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet.
You can correct these temporary malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the service engine soon indicator should stay off the next time you start the engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city and highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required.
If the service engine soon indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness and lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) Testing
Some state and provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration.
If the service engine soon indicator is on or the bulb does not work, your vehicle may need service. See On-Board Diagnostics.
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Engine Emission Control
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if the service engine soon indicator is on or not working properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked. In this case, the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid, it means that your vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system checks the emission control system during normal driving. A complete check may take several days.
If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, you can perform the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving:
1.
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway or highway followed by 20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods.
2. Allow your vehicle to sit for at least eight hours with the ignition off. Then, start the vehicle and complete the above driving cycle. The vehicle must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the vehicle until the above driving cycle is complete.
If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, you need to repeat the above driving cycle.
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High Voltage Battery
(If Equipped)
GENERAL INFORMATION -
HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)
WARNING: This battery pack should only be serviced by an authorized electric vehicle technician. Improper handling can result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Apply the parking brake, shift into park (P), switch the ignition off and remove the key before you open the hood or have any service or repair work completed. If you do not switch the ignition off, the engine could restart at any time. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not touch the electronic ignition system parts after you have switched the ignition on or when the engine is running. The system operates at high voltage. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Keep your hands and clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.
Your vehicle consists of various high-voltage components and wiring. All of the high-voltage power flows through specific wiring assemblies labeled as such or covered with a solid orange convolute, or orange striped tape, or both. Do not come in contact with these components.
The high-voltage battery system is a high-voltage, lithium-ion battery system.
The pack is located underneath the vehicle.
The high voltage battery system uses an advanced active liquid heating and cooling system to regulate high voltage battery temperature and help maximize the life of the high voltage battery.
Note:
The high-voltage battery does not require regular service maintenance.
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Transmission
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNING: Apply the parking brake, shift into park (P), switch the ignition off and remove the key before you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not apply the brake pedal and accelerator pedal simultaneously. Applying both pedals simultaneously for more than a few seconds will limit engine performance, which may result in difficulty maintaining speed in traffic and could lead to serious injury.
Understanding the Positions of
Your Automatic Transmission
Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:
1.
Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear.
3. Come to a complete stop.
4. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in park (P).
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Park (P)
This position locks the transmission and prevents the wheels from turning.
Reverse (R)
With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), your vehicle moves backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of reverse (R).
Neutral (N)
With the gearshift lever in neutral (N), you can start your vehicle and it is free to roll.
Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through gears 1 through 10.
Low (L)
The low (L) button is at the end of the column shifter. Activating low (L) gear:
• Provides maximum engine braking.
• Downshifts to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed. Allows for first gear when the vehicle reaches lower speeds.
• Is not for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy.
The instrument cluster displays the current gear.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
Note:
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission could occur.
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Transmission
Note:
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires could occur, or the engine could overheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, you can rock it out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
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All-Wheel Drive
USING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity (utility and four-wheel drive vehicles) handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt steering in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously increases the risk of losing control of your vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
All-wheel drive uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. The AWD system is always active and requires no input from the operator.
Note:
Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities when driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to normal on-road driving conditions.
Operating your vehicle under conditions other than those could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which could result in damage not covered under your vehicle warranty.
Note:
The transfer case and front axle in police vehicles does not require any normal scheduled maintenance. The system is electronically monitored and notifies you of required service in the information display.
The front axle lube is more likely to require a fluid change if the vehicle has experienced extended periods of extreme/severe duty cycle driving. Severe duty cycle driving such
as Driver Training or EVOC. See
change the transfer case and front axle lubricant unless the unit shows signs of leakage or displays a message indicating required service. Contact an authorized dealer for service if the front driveline was submerged in water and to reset any driveline temperature lube life monitors.
When an AWD system fault is present, and the system is overheated or if service is required, there will be message that is display in the information display of the fault. The display messages, along with the triggering actions and description of the message, are shown in the following table:
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All-Wheel Drive Messages
AWD Messages
AWD OFF
AWD Restored
AWD Temporarily Disabled
AWD Temporarily Locked
AWD Malfunction Service Required
Never use a spare tire of a different size other than the tire provided. The AWD system will disable and enter rear-wheel drive only mode to protect driveline components if a non-full sized tire is installed. Some limited AWD traction could be provided if a mini-spare is installed on one of the front wheels. If you are in driving conditions where limited AWD traction is needed while a mini-spare is installed, it is recommended the mini-spare be installed on the front axle.
Action / Description
Displayed when the system has been automatically disabled to protect itself.
This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The system will resume normal function and clear this message after cycling the ignition on and off and driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool.
Displayed when the all wheel drive system resumes normal function and clears this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system cools.
Displayed when the all wheel drive system has automatically disabled itself due to the system overheating.
Displayed when the all wheel drive system needs to temporarily lock to help reduce the heat in the AWD torque actuator.
Displayed in conjunction with the powertrain malfunction/reduced power light when the system is not operating properly.
If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If a mini-spare is installed, this condition is indicated by a message in the information display. If there is a message in the information display from using a non-full sized spare tire, this indicator should turn off after reinstalling the repaired or replaced normal road tire and cycling the ignition off and on. It is recommended to
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All-Wheel Drive reinstall the repaired or replaced road tire as soon as possible. Major dissimilar tire sizes between the front and rear axles could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to rear-wheel drive or damage the AWD system.
Operating AWD Vehicles With
Mismatched Tires
WARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety
Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If this information is not found on these labels, then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Major dissimilar tire sizes between the front and rear axles (for example, 17 inch low profile tires on the front axle and 22 inch high profile tires on the rear axle) could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to rear-wheel drive or damage the AWD system. For optimum AWD
Performance, it is recommended to follow the tire rotation maintenance schedule. To avoid potential AWD malfunction or AWD system damage, it is recommended to replace all four tires rather than mixing significantly worn tires with new tires. For example, using 3 worn tread tires and 1 new tread tire all of the same original tire size/brand and can be tolerated by the
AWD system as long as the worn tires still have usable tread depth.
How Utility Vehicles Differ from
Other Vehicles
Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles. Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components.
The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car.
Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the spokes.
Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps.
You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving.
Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning.
Driving In Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Note:
Use of AWD in slippery, deep snow, and sand drive modes on dry surfaces could produce some vibration and driveline bind up, and or excessive tire wear as these drive modes are intended for slippery and loose surfaces.
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All-Wheel Drive
AWD vehicles are equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the highway.
Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine.
Basic operating principles in special conditions
• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle.
• Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice.
If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the
Pavement
• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.
• It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement. You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly.
• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or rollover. Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
WARNING: Apply the parking brake, shift into park (P), switch the ignition off and remove the key before you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 34 mph (55 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
If your vehicle has AdvanceTrac® with Roll
Stability Control™, it may be beneficial to disengage the AdvanceTrac® with Roll
Stability Control™ system while attempting to rock the vehicle.
Note:
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Note:
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat.
Emergency Maneuvers
• In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid
"over-driving" your vehicle (that is, turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). Excessive steering will
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All-Wheel Drive result in less vehicle control, not more.
Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are called for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surfaces to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel.
• In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements.
• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (that is, from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs.
Sand
Most of the time traction control improves tire traction by managing wheel slip through Brake, Engine, and AWD calibrations. However, during low speed driving, disabling traction control in deep sand can help keep the wheels moving to maintain vehicle momentum.
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels.
When driving in deep snow or sand, shift
Selecting a Drive Mode (page 178).
Do not drive your vehicle in deep sand for an extended period of time. This could cause the AWD system to overheat and default to rear-wheel drive. If this occurs, a message displays in the information display. To resume normal AWD function as soon as possible, stop the vehicle in a safe location and stop the engine for at least 10 minutes. After the engine is restarted and the AWD system has adequately cooled, the message turns off and normal AWD function returns. In the event the engine is not stopped, the message turns off when the system cools and normal AWD function returns.
When driving at slow speeds in deep sand under high outside temperatures, use L
(Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation maximizes the engine and transmission cooling capability.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Mud and Water
If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) (if possible) and proceed slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.
Note:
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
Once through water, always try the brakes.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
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All-Wheel Drive
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.
Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, have the front driveline serviced by an authorized dealer.
Note:
Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will use. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer
When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling.
If you do stall out, do not try to turnaround because you might roll over. It is better to back down to a safe location.
Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too much power will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
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“Tread Lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor
Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down.
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Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating.
Do not descend in neutral; instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control. The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle.
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All-Wheel Drive
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, therefore apply the brakes steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes.
Driving on Snow and Ice
WARNING: If you are driving in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it is critical that you drive cautiously. Keep speeds down, allow for longer stopping distances and avoid aggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle control which can lead to serious injury or death.
If the rear end of your vehicle slides while cornering, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of your vehicle.
Note:
Excessive tire slippage can cause driveline damage.
AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle.
Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.
Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although an
AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it will not stop any faster, because as in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four wheels. Do not become overconfident as to road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Since your vehicle has a four wheel (ABS), do not “pump” the brakes.
See Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lowering kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control. We strongly recommend that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder or luggage racks).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety.
Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to off-highway usage.
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Brakes
GENERAL INFORMATION
Note:
Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and an authorized dealer should check them. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, an authorized dealer should check your vehicle.
Note:
Brake dust may accumulate on the wheels, even under normal driving conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the brakes wear and does not contribute to
Wet brakes result in reduced braking efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a few times when driving from a car wash or standing water to dry the brakes.
Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady and firm pressure to the brake pedal to slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, apply the brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. Switch the engine off, move the transmission to park (P) and apply the parking brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal and the area around it for any items or debris that may be obstructing its movement. If none are found and the condition persists, have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealer.
Emergency Brake Assist
Emergency brake assist detects when you brake heavily by measuring the rate at which you press the brake pedal. It provides maximum braking efficiency as long as you press the pedal. Emergency brake assist can reduce stopping distances in critical situations.
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking.
This lamp momentarily illuminates when you switch the ignition on or apply the parking brake. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, except when you switch the ignition on or apply the parking brake, the anti-lock braking system may be disabled. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the anti-lock brake system is disabled,
normal braking is still effective. See
Warning Lamps and Indicators (page
Note:
Indicators vary depending on region.
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This lamp also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on or apply the parking brake to confirm the lamp is working. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, apply the parking brake, or if it begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the brake warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have the system checked immediately.
Regenerative Braking System
This feature is used to simulate the engine braking of an internal combustion engine and assist the standard brake system while recovering some of the energy of motion and storing it in the battery to improve fuel economy. The standard brake system is designed to fully stop the car if regenerative braking is not available.
During regenerative braking, the motor is
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Brakes spun as a generator to create electrical current. This recharges the battery and slows the vehicle. In effect, once the accelerator pedal is released, the motor changes from an energy user to an energy producer.
When you release the accelerator pedal or press the brake pedal, the brake controller automatically detects the amount of deceleration requested and optimizes how much of the deceleration will be produced by regenerative braking. The remaining portion is generated by standard friction braking. When the battery is almost fully charged, the amount of regenerative braking is limited to avoid overcharging, and the requested deceleration is produced by standard friction braking alone.
Regenerative braking does not take the place of the standard friction brakes; it only assists them. Regenerative braking has also been designed to interact with the anti-lock brake system. Regenerative braking is disabled when the anti-lock brake system is activated or the battery is fully charged.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
The anti-lock braking system does not eliminate the risks when:
• You drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you.
• Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
• You take corners too fast.
• The road surface is poor.
Note:
If the system activates, the brake pedal may pulse and may travel further.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You may also hear a noise from the system. This is normal.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Always fully apply the parking brake and make sure you shift into park (P). Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: If you drive extended distances with the parking brake applied, you could cause damage to the brake system.
WARNING: The electric parking brake does not operate if the vehicle battery is running out of charge.
Your vehicle has an electric parking brake.
You operate it with a switch instead of a lever. The switch is on the center console or to the left-hand side of the steering wheel, on the lower part of the instrument panel.
Note:
The electric parking brake makes noises during operation. This is normal.
Applying the Electric Parking
Brake
Pull the switch upward.
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The red warning lamp flashes during operation and illuminates when the parking brake is
Note:
It remains illuminated for a short period of time after you switch the ignition off.
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If it continues to flash or does not illuminate, the system has malfunctioned.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:
You can apply the electric parking brake when the ignition is off.
Note:
The electric parking brake could automatically apply when you shift into park
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency
Note:
Do not apply the electric parking brake when your vehicle is moving, except in an emergency. If you repeatedly use the electric parking brake to slow or stop your vehicle, you could cause damage to the brake system.
You can use the electric parking brake to slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
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Pull the switch upward and hold it.
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The red warning lamp illuminates, a tone sounds and the stoplamps turn on.
If it remains illuminated or flashes, the system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer
Press and hold the brake pedal.
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Pull the switch upward and hold it.
Shift into gear.
Press the accelerator pedal until engine has developed sufficient torque to prevent your vehicle from rolling down the hill.
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Release the switch and pull away in a normal manner.
Automatically Releasing the
Electric Parking Brake
Close the driver door.
Shift into gear.
Press the accelerator pedal and pull away in a normal manner.
The red warning lamp turns off.
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The electric parking brake continues to slow your vehicle down unless you release the switch.
Manually Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake
Switch the ignition on.
Press and hold the brake pedal.
Push the switch downward.
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The red warning lamp turns off.
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If it remains illuminated or flashes, the electric parking brake has not released.
Manually release the parking brake.
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Releasing the Electric Parking
Brake if the Vehicle Battery is
Running Out of Charge
Connect a booster battery to the vehicle battery to release the electric parking brake if the vehicle battery is running out of
charge. See Jump Starting the Vehicle
HILL START ASSIST
WARNING: The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake.
WARNING: You must remain in your vehicle when the system turns on.
At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required.
Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system will turn off if a malfunction is apparent or if you rev the engine excessively. Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
The system makes it easier to pull away when your vehicle is on a slope without the need to use the parking brake.
When the system is active, your vehicle remains stationary on the slope for two to three seconds after you release the brake pedal. This allows time to move your foot from the brake to the accelerator pedal.
The system releases the brakes automatically once the engine has developed sufficient torque to prevent your vehicle from rolling down the slope. This is an advantage when pulling away on a slope, for example from a car park ramp, traffic lights or when reversing uphill into a parking space.
The system activates on any slope that causes your vehicle to roll.
Note:
There is no warning light to indicate the system is either on or off.
Using Hill Start Assist
1.
Press the brake pedal to bring your vehicle to a complete standstill. Keep the brake pedal pressed and shift into first gear when facing uphill or reverse
(R) when facing downhill.
2. If the sensors detect that your vehicle is on a slope, the system activates automatically.
3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, your vehicle remains on the slope without rolling away for about two to three seconds. This hold time automatically extends if you are in the process of driving off.
4. Drive off in the normal manner. The system releases the brakes automatically.
Note:
When you remove your foot from the brake pedal and press the pedal again when the system is active, you will experience significantly reduced brake pedal travel. This is normal.
Switching the System On and Off
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. The system remembers the last setting when you start your vehicle.
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Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
You cannot turn the system on or off.
When you switch the ignition on, the system automatically turns on.
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Traction Control
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces engine power in order to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
WARNING: The stability and traction control light illuminates steadily if the system detects a failure. Make sure you did not manually disable the traction control system using the information display controls or the switch. If the stability control and traction control light is still illuminating steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with the traction control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, switching traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note:
When you switch traction control off, stability control remains fully active.
Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, a message appears in the information display showing system status.
You can switch the system off by either using the information display controls or the switch.
Using the Information Display
Controls
You can switch this feature off or on in the
information display. See General
Using a Switch
(If Equipped)
Use the traction control switch on the instrument panel to switch the system off or on.
System Indicator Lights and
Messages
The stability and traction control light:
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• Temporarily illuminates on engine start-up.
• Flashes when a driving condition activates either of the systems.
• Illuminates if a problem occurs in either of the systems.
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The stability and traction control off light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and stays on when you switch the traction control system off.
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Stability Control
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and wheel and tire size may change the handling characteristics of your vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the electronic stability control system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the electronic stability control sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the electronic stability control system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the electronic stability control system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If your electronic stability control system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on.
If a fault occurs in either the stability control or the traction control system, you may experience the following conditions:
• The stability and traction control light illuminates steadily.
• The stability control and traction control systems do not enhance your vehicle's ability to maintain traction of the wheels.
If a driving condition activates either the stability control or the traction control system you may experience the following conditions:
• The stability and traction control light flashes.
• Your vehicle slows down.
• Reduced engine power.
• A vibration in the brake pedal.
• The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.
• If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the system applies higher brake force.
The stability control system has several features built into it to help you maintain control of your vehicle:
Electronic Stability Control
The system enhances your vehicle’s ability to prevent skids or lateral slides by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing engine power.
Roll Stability Control
The system enhances your vehicle’s ability to prevent rollovers by detecting your vehicle’s roll motion and the rate at which it changes by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually.
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Stability Control
Traction Control
The system enhances your vehicle’s ability to maintain traction of the wheels by
detecting and controlling wheel spin. See
Using Traction Control (page 156).
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Vehicle without stability control skidding off its intended route.
Vehicle with stability control maintaining control on a slippery surface.
USING STABILITY CONTROL
The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on.
You cannot switch the stability control and roll stability control systems off, but when you shift into reverse (R), the systems deactivate.
You can switch the traction control system
off or on. See Using Traction Control
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse (R) and when using the sensing system.
WARNING: The system may not detect objects with surfaces that absorb reflection. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.
WARNING: Traffic control systems, inclement weather, air brakes, external motors and fans may affect the correct operation of the sensing system. This may cause reduced performance or false alerts.
WARNING: The system may not detect small or moving objects, particularly those close to the ground.
Note:
If your vehicle has MyKey™, the sensing system cannot be switched off when a MyKey™ is present.
Note:
Keep the sensors on the bumper or fascia free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt. If the sensors are covered, the system’s accuracy can be affected. Do not clean the sensors with sharp objects.
Note:
If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper or fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alerts.
Note:
Certain add-on devices installed around the bumper or fascia may create false alerts. For example, large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks, license plate brackets, bumper covers or any other device that may block the normal detection zone of the system. Remove the add-on device to prevent false alerts.
Note:
When you connect a trailer to your vehicle, the rear parking aid may detect the trailer and therefore provide an alert. Disable the rear parking aid when you connect a trailer to prevent the alert.
The sensing system warns the driver of obstacles within a certain range of your vehicle. The system turns on automatically whenever you switch the ignition on.
You can switch the system off through the touchscreen, information display or from the pop-up message that appears once you shift the transmission into reverse (R).
If your vehicle has a parking aid button, you can switch the system off by pressing the button.
If a fault is present in the system, a warning message appears in the information
display. See Information Messages
REAR PARKING AID
(IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: The system may not detect objects with surfaces that absorb reflection. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.
WARNING: The system may not detect small or moving objects, particularly those close to the ground.
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WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse (R) and when using the sensing system.
WARNING: The parking aid system can only assist you to detect objects when your vehicle is moving at parking speeds. To help avoid personal injury you must take care when using the parking aid system.
Note:
Keep the sensors free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt.
Note:
Do not cover up the sensors.
Note:
Do not clean the sensors with sharp objects.
Note:
If your vehicle sustains damage leaving the sensors misaligned, this may cause inaccurate measurements or false alerts.
Note:
Some accessories, for example large trailer hitches or bike or surfboard racks can cause reduced performance or false alerts.
The sensors are on the rear bumper.
The sensors are active when the transmission is in reverse (R) and the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (5 km/h).
When the parking aid system sounds a tone, the audio system may reduce the set volume.
A warning tone sounds when your vehicle approaches an object. As your vehicle moves closer to an object, the rate of the tone increases. The warning tone continuously sounds when an object is 12 in
(30 cm) or less from the center of the rear bumper.
Note:
There is a decreased coverage area at the outer corners.
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The sensor coverage area is up to 70 in
(180 cm) from the rear bumper.
If the system detects a fault, a warning message appears in the information display.
The system detects large objects when you shift into reverse (R) and any of the following occur:
• Your vehicle is moving backward at low speed.
• Your vehicle is stationary but an object is approaching the rear of your vehicle at low speed.
• Your vehicle is moving backward at low speed and an object is moving toward your vehicle, for example another vehicle at low speed.
If your vehicle remains stationary for two seconds the audible warning turns off. If your vehicle moves backward the tone sounds again.
Note:
If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm) or less from the rear bumper, the audible warning does not turn off.
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Object Distance Indicator
(If Equipped)
REAR VIEW CAMERA
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The system provides object distance indication through the information display.
• As the distance to the object decreases, the indicator blocks illuminate and move toward the vehicle icon.
• If the system does not detect an object, the distance indicator blocks are gray.
When you shift into reverse (R), the system provides audible warnings and visual indication when your vehicle is moving and the detected object is moving toward your vehicle. When you stop your vehicle, the audible warnings stop after two seconds.
Visual indication remains on when the transmission is in reverse (R).
WARNING: The rear view camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the interior and exterior mirrors for maximum coverage.
WARNING: Objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on the screen due to the limited coverage of the camera system.
WARNING: Reverse your vehicle slowly. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Use caution when the rear cargo door is ajar. If the rear cargo door is ajar, the camera will be out of position and the video image could be incorrect. All guide lines disappear when the rear cargo door is ajar. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Use caution when turning camera features on or off when the transmission is not in park (P). Make sure your vehicle is not moving.
The rear view camera provides a video image of the area behind your vehicle.
During operation, lines appear in the display representing the proximity to objects behind your vehicle.
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The camera is on the luggage compartment door.
Using the Rear View Camera
System
The rear view camera system displays what is behind your vehicle when you place the transmission in reverse (R).
Note:
The reverse sensing system is not effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects.
The system uses three types of guides to help you see what is behind your vehicle:
• Active guide lines: If your vehicle comes with these, they show the intended path of your vehicle when reversing.
• Fixed guide lines: Show the actual path your vehicle is moving in when reversing in a straight line. This can be helpful when backing into a parking space or aligning your vehicle with another object behind you.
• Centerline: Helps align the center of your vehicle with an object, for example, a trailer.
Note:
If the transmission is in reverse (R) and the luggage compartment door or liftgate is open, no rear view camera features display.
Note:
When towing, the camera only sees what you are towing. This might not provide adequate coverage as it usually provides in normal operation, and some objects might not be visible. In some vehicles, the guide lines could disappear when you connect the trailer tow connector.
The rear view camera may not operate correctly under the following conditions:
• Nighttime or dark areas if one or both reverse lamps are not operating.
• Mud, water or debris obstructs the camera's view. Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. You can also use the rear
washer to clean the camera. See Rear
Window Wiper and Washers (page
• The rear of your vehicle is hit or damaged, causing the camera to become misaligned.
Camera System Settings
Access the rear view camera settings
through the display screen. See General
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Camera Guide Lines
A B C D E
The fixed and active guide lines fade in and out depending on the steering wheel position. The active guide lines do not display when the steering wheel position is straight.
Use caution when reversing. Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are farther away.
Objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zone to the yellow or red zones. Use the side view mirrors and rear view mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle.
Note:
Guide lines are not available on some vehicles.
Note:
Active guide lines are only available when the transmission is in reverse (R).
Obstacle Distance Indicator
(If
Equipped)
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D
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B
C
F
Active guide lines.
Centerline.
Fixed guideline: Green zone.
Fixed guideline: Yellow zone.
Fixed guideline: Red zone.
Rear bumper.
Active guide lines are only shown with fixed guide lines. To use active guide lines, turn the steering wheel to point the guide lines toward an intended path. If you change the steering wheel position when reversing, your vehicle could deviate from the original intended path.
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The system provides an image of your vehicle and the sensor zones. The zones highlight green, yellow and red when the parking aid sensors detect an object in the coverage area.
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Rear Camera On Demand
(If Equipped)
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Press the camera button on the overhead console to bring up the rear camera view in the display screen. The guide lines appear as white and you are able to use the manual zoom feature by pressing the zoom button.
Manual Zoom
WARNING: When manual zoom is on, the full area behind your vehicle may not show. Be aware of your surroundings when using the manual zoom feature.
Note:
Manual zoom is only available when the transmission is in reverse (R).
Note:
When you enable manual zoom, only the centerline is shown.
Selectable settings for this feature are zoom in, +, and zoom out, -. Press the symbol in the camera screen to change the view. The default setting is zoom off.
Manual zoom allows you to get a closer view of an object behind your vehicle. The zoomed image keeps the bumper in the image to provide a reference. The zoom is only active when the transmission is in reverse (R).
Rear Camera Delay
Selectable settings for this feature are on and off.
The default setting for the rear camera delay is off.
When shifting the transmission out of reverse (R) and into any gear other than park (P), the camera image remains in the display until:
• Your vehicle speed reaches approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
• You shift your vehicle into park (P).
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Cruise Control
WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speed is greater than 20 mph (30 km/h).
SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL
ON AND OFF
SETTING THE CRUISE
CONTROL SPEED
WARNING: When you are going downhill, your vehicle speed could increase above the set speed. The system does not apply the brakes.
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press the toggle button upward or downward to set the current speed.
WARNING: Do not use cruise control on winding roads, in heavy traffic or when the road surface is slippery. This could result in loss of vehicle control, serious injury or death.
The cruise controls are on the steering wheel.
Switching Cruise Control On
Press the button to put the system in standby mode.
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Switching Cruise Control Off
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Press the button when in standby mode or switch the ignition off.
Note:
When you switch cruise control off the set speed clears.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Note:
The indicator changes color in the information display.
Changing the Set Speed
Press and release the toggle button upward to increase the set speed in small increments.
Press and hold the toggle button upward to accelerate. Release the button when you have reached your preferred speed.
Press and release the toggle button downward to decrease the set speed in small increments.
Press and hold the toggle button downward to decelerate. Release the button when you have reached your preferred speed.
Note:
If you accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal, the set speed does not change. When you release the accelerator pedal, your vehicle returns to the speed that you previously set.
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CANCELING THE SET SPEED
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Press the button, or tap the brake pedal to cancel the set speed.
Note:
The system remembers the set speed.
Note:
The system cancels if the vehicle speed drops below 10 mph (16 km/h) under the set speed when driving uphill.
RESUMING THE SET SPEED
Press the button.
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATORS
Illuminates when you switch the system on.
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BLIND SPOT INFORMATION
SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Do not use the blind spot information system as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors or looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. The blind spot information system is not a replacement for careful driving.
WARNING: The system may not operate properly during severe weather conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy rain and spray. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.
Note:
The system does not prevent contact with other vehicles. It does not detect parked vehicles, pedestrians, animals or other infrastructures.
Using the Blind Spot Information
System
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
The system turns on when all of the following occur:
• You start your vehicle.
• You shift into drive (D).
• The vehicle speed is greater than
6 mph (10 km/h).
Note:
The system does not operate in park
(P) or reverse (R).
System Lights and Messages
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The design of the system is to detect vehicles that could have entered the blind spot zone. The detection area is on both sides of your vehicle, extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to approximately
13 ft (4 m) beyond the rear bumper. The detection area extends to approximately
59 ft (18 m) beyond the rear bumper when the vehicle speed is greater than 30 mph
(48 km/h) to alert you of faster approaching vehicles.
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When the system detects a vehicle, an alert indicator illuminates in the exterior mirror on the side the approaching vehicle is coming from. If you turn the direction indicator on for that side of your vehicle, the alert indicator flashes.
Note:
The system may not alert you if a vehicle quickly passes through the detection zone.
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Blocked Sensors Note:
The system may not correctly operate when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an approved trailer tow module and tow bar, the system turns off when you attach a trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket trailer tow module or tow bar, we recommend that you switch the system off when you attach a trailer.
To permanently switch the system off, contact an authorized dealer.
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow
(If Equipped)
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The sensors are behind the rear bumper on both sides of your vehicle.
Note:
Keep the sensors free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt.
Note:
Do not cover the sensors with bumper stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note:
Blocked sensors could affect system performance.
If the sensors become blocked, a message could appear in the information display.
See Information Messages (page 87).
The alert indicators remain illuminated but the system does not alert you.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault, a warning lamp illuminates and a message displays.
See Information Messages (page 87).
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust the setting. Depending on your vehicle options, the setting could be in the following:
•
Information display. See General
• Touchscreen.
When you switch the system off, a warning lamp illuminates and the alert indicators flash twice.
Note:
The system remembers the last setting when you start your vehicle.
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The design of the system is to aid you in detecting vehicles that could have entered the detection area zone (A). The detection area is on both sides of your vehicle and trailer, extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to the end of your trailer.
When you attach and have setup a trailer, the blind spot information system with trailer tow becomes active when driving forward above 6 mph (10 km/h).
You can switch the system off in the
information display. See General
Information (page 84). If you switch the
blind spot information system off, blind spot information system with trailer tow turns off.
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Setting up a Trailer
You can setup a trailer through the
information display. See General
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B
Trailer length.
Trailer width.
C Trailer hitch ball.
Note:
Measure the width of the trailer at the front of the trailer, not the widest point.
The maximum width that the system can support is 8.2 ft (2.5 m)(B).
Note:
The trailer length is the distance between the trailer hitch ball and the rear of the trailer. The maximum length that the system can support is 33 ft (10 m)(A).
When setting up a trailer, a sequence of screens appear asking for trailer information:
• Select trailer screen: None, Trailer A,
Trailer B or Trailer C.
Note:
You can select only one trailer on small information displays.
Select one of the trailers and press OK. The menu goes to the next screen.
• Width less than 8.2 ft (2.5 m) and length less than 33 ft (10 m)?
Note:
You do not need to enter an exact trailer width measurement. You only need to confirm that the width of the trailer is
8.2 ft (2.5 m) or less.
If no, the system turns off.
If yes, the menu goes to the next screen.
• Enter length of trailer:
Toggling up or down using the menu buttons increases or decreases the measurement by 3 ft (1 m). Select a length that is equal to or within 3 ft (1 m) of the actual measured length. For example, if the actual measured length is 25 ft (7.6 m), toggle the length in the menu to 8 m or 27 ft. When you enter the length of the trailer, this saves the system setup.
Note:
When you connect a trailer, but do not setup a trailer in the blind spot information system, the system turns off and a warning appears in the information display.
Note:
If the trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack with electrical lighting, enter a length of 3 ft (1 m). Cross Traffic Alert remains on for trailers with a length of 3 ft (1 m) or less.
Note:
The system requires proper measurement and measurement entry to function as designed.
System Operation
If you select a trailer in the information display prior to connecting a trailer, the system loads that configuration and the information display shows a message when you connect the trailer. A second message appears stating cross traffic alert is off, unless a trailer is set up with a length of 3 ft (1 m). The blind spot information system with trailer tow still functions normally when driving forward.
If you connect a trailer, a message appears indicating that you attached a trailer. If you have not selected a trailer previously, another message appears requesting you to select one of the trailers in the list or add a new trailer. The blind spot information system with trailer tow does not function
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Driving Aids without a trailer selected. If you do not select a trailer, a message appears in the information display stating it has deactivated the system. This message might not appear until your vehicle speed reaches 22 mph (35 km/h).
The blind spot information system with trailer tow activates when driving forward for that particular trailer set up. If you cycle the ignition, the blind spot information system with trailer tow continues to function using the last trailer you selected.
Trailer Considerations
The system works with a trailer with a front width of 8.2 ft (2.5 m) or less, and a total length from the trailer hitch ball to the rear of the trailer of 33 ft (10 m) or less.
Some trailers could cause a slight change in system performance:
• Wide box trailers, especially those wider than the towing vehicle, could cause false alerts to occur when driving next to infrastructure or near parked cars. A false alert could also occur while making a 90-degree turn or driving through a roundabout.
• Wide trailers that have a total length greater than 20 ft (6 m) could cause delayed alerts when a vehicle is passing at high speeds.
• Box trailers that have a width greater than 8.2 ft (2.5 m) could cause early alerts when you pass a vehicle.
• Clam shell or V-Nose box trailers with a width greater than 8.2 ft (2.5 m) could cause delayed alerts when a vehicle traveling the same speed as your vehicle merges lanes.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault, a warning lamp illuminates and a message displays.
See Information Messages (page 87).
Switching the System On and Off
You can switch the blind spot information system with trailer tow off by not selecting
a trailer the information display. See
General Information (page 84). In this
case, the system turns off as long as a trailer is attached to your vehicle. As soon as you disconnect the trailer, the blind spot information system becomes active.
When you switch the system off, a warning lamp illuminates and the alert indicators flash twice.
Note:
The system remembers the last trailer setting when you start your vehicle.
You cannot switch off the blind spot information system with trailer tow when using MyKey, but you can still change the trailer settings.
To permanently switch the system off, contact an authorized dealer.
CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
(IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Do not use the cross traffic alert system as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors or looking over your shoulder before reversing out of a parking space. The cross traffic alert system is not a replacement for careful driving.
WARNING: The system may not operate properly during severe weather conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy rain and spray. Always drive with due care and attention. Failure to take care may result in a crash.
The system alerts you of vehicles approaching from the sides behind your vehicle when you shift into reverse (R).
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Using Cross Traffic Alert
The system detects vehicles that approach at a speed between 4 mph (6 km/h) and
37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases when the sensors are partially, mostly or fully obstructed. Slowly reversing helps increase the coverage area and effectiveness.
The system turns on when you start the engine and you shift into reverse (R). The system turns off when you shift out of reverse (R).
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Zone coverage also decreases when parking at narrow angles. The sensor on the left-hand side is mostly obstructed and zone coverage on that side is severely reduced.
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors
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The sensors are behind the rear bumper on both sides of your vehicle.
Note:
Keep the sensors free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt.
Note:
Do not cover the sensors with bumper stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note:
Blocked sensors could affect system performance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message may appear in the information display when you shift into reverse (R).
Cross Traffic Alert System
Limitations
The system may not correctly operate when any of the following occur:
• The sensors are blocked.
• Adjacently parked vehicles or objects are obstructing the sensors.
• Vehicles approach at speeds less than
4 mph (6 km/h) or greater than 37 mph
(60 km/h).
• The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h).
• You reverse out of an angled parking space.
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Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When
Trailer is Attached
Note:
The system may not correctly operate when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an approved trailer tow module and tow bar, the system turns off when you attach a trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket trailer tow module or tow bar, we recommend that you switch the system off when you attach a trailer.
Cross traffic alert remains on when you attach a trailer in vehicles that come with blind spot information system with trailer tow under the following conditions:
• You connect a trailer.
• The trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack with a maximum length of 3 ft (1 m).
• You set the trailer length to 3 ft (1 m) in the information display.
See Blind Spot Information System
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust the setting. Depending on your vehicle options, the setting could be in the following:
•
Information display. See General
• Touchscreen.
Note:
The system turns on every time you switch the ignition on. To permanently switch the system off, contact an authorized dealer.
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When the system detects an approaching vehicle, a tone sounds, a warning lamp illuminates in the relevant exterior mirror and arrows appear in the information display to show which side the approaching vehicle is coming from.
Note:
If arrows do not display, a message appears in the information display.
If the system malfunctions, a warning lamp illuminates in the instrument cluster and a message appears in the information display. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:
In exceptional conditions, the system could alert you, even when there is nothing in the detection zone, for example a vehicle passing further away from your vehicle.
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages
Message Action
Cross Traffic Alert Displays instead of indication arrows when the system detects a vehicle. Check for approaching traffic.
Cross Traffic Not Available Sensor Blocked See
Manual
Indicates blocked cross traffic alert system sensors. Clean the sensors. If the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic System
Fault
Cross Traffic Alert Deactivated Trailer Attached
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Displays if you attach a trailer to your vehicle.
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STEERING
Electric Power Steering
WARNING: The electric power steering system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system. If a fault is detected, a message displays in the information display. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Switch the ignition off. After at least 10 seconds, switch the ignition on and watch the information display for a steering system warning message. If a steering system warning message returns, have the system checked as soon as possible.
WARNING: If the system detects an error, you may not feel a difference in the steering, however a serious condition may exist. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in loss of steering control.
Your vehicle has an electric power steering system, there is no fluid reservoir, no maintenance is required.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving, electric power steering assistance is lost. The steering system still operates and you can steer your vehicle manually. Manually steering your vehicle requires more effort.
Extreme continuous steering may increase the effort required for you to steer your vehicle, this increased effort prevents overheating and permanent damage to the steering system. You do not lose the ability to steer your vehicle manually.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers allow the system to cool and return to normal operation.
Steering Tips
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
• Correct tire pressures.
• Uneven tire wear.
• Loose or worn suspension components.
• Loose or worn steering components.
• Improper vehicle alignment.
Note:
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander or pull.
Adaptive Learning
(If Equipped)
The electronic power steering system adaptive learning helps correct road irregularities and improves overall handling and steering feel. It communicates with the brake system to help operate advanced stability control and accident avoidance systems. Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, you must drive your vehicle a short distance before the system relearns the strategy and reactivates all systems.
PRE-COLLISION ASSIST
(IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: You are responsible for controlling your vehicle at all times. The system is designed to be an aid and does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
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WARNING: The system does not detect vehicles that are driving in a different direction, cyclists or animals.
Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system does not operate during hard acceleration or steering. Failure to take care may lead to a crash or personal injury.
WARNING: The system may fail or operate with reduced function during cold and severe weather conditions.
Snow, ice, rain, spray and fog can adversely affect the system. Keep the front camera and radar free of snow and ice. Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: In situations where the vehicle camera has limited detection capability, this may reduce system performance. These situations include but are not limited to direct or low sunlight, vehicles at night without tail lights, unconventional vehicle types, pedestrians with complex backgrounds, running pedestrians, partly obscured pedestrians, or pedestrians that the system cannot distinguish from a group.
Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system cannot help prevent all crashes. Do not rely on this system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain a safe distance and speed.
Using the Pre-Collision Assist
System
The system is active at speeds above approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and pedestrian detection is active at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
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If your vehicle is rapidly approaching another stationary vehicle, a vehicle traveling in the same direction as yours, or a pedestrian within your driving path, the system is designed to provide three levels of functionality:
1.
Alert
2. Brake Support
3. Active Braking
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Alert : When active, a flashing visual warning appears and an audible warning tone sounds.
Brake Support : The system is designed to help reduce the impact speed by preparing the brakes for rapid braking.
Brake support does not automatically apply the brakes. If you press the brake pedal, the system could apply additional braking up to maximum braking force, even if you lightly press the brake pedal.
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Active Braking : Active braking may activate if the system determines that a collision is imminent. The system may help the driver reduce impact damage or avoid the crash completely.
Note:
Brake Support and Active Braking are active at speeds up to 75 mph (120 km/h).
Note:
If you perceive Pre-Collision Assist alerts as being too frequent or disturbing, then you can reduce the alert sensitivity, though the manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where possible. Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer and later system warnings.
Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings
You can adjust the following settings by
using the information display controls. See
General Information (page 84).
• You can change Alert sensitivity to one of three possible settings.
• If required, you can switch Active
Braking on or off.
Note:
Active Braking automatically turns on every time you switch the ignition on.
You can switch the entire system off at any time by pressing the button below the display screen.
Blocked Sensors
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2
Camera.
Radar sensor (not included).
If a message regarding a blocked camera appears in the information display, the camera images are obstructed. With a blocked camera, the Pre-Collision Assist system may not function, or performance may reduce. The following table lists possible causes and actions for when this message displays.
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Camera Troubleshooting
Cause
The windshield in front of the camera is dirty or obstructed in some way.
The windshield in front of the camera is clean but the message remains in the display screen.
Action
Clean the outside of the windshield in front of the camera.
Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to detect that there is no obstruction.
Note:
Proper system operation requires a clear view of the road by the camera. Have any windshield damage in the area of the camera's field of view repaired.
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Drive Mode Control
WHAT IS DRIVE MODE
CONTROL
The system delivers a driving experience through a suite of sophisticated electronic vehicle systems. These systems optimize steering, handling and powertrain response. This provides a single location to control multiple systems performance settings.
Changing the drive mode changes the functionality of the following systems:
• Electric power-assisted steering system adjusts steering effort and feel
based on the mode you select. See
• Electronic stability control and traction control maintain your vehicle control in adverse conditions or high
performance driving. See Stability
• Electronic throttle control enhances the powertrain response to your driving inputs.
• Transmission controls become optimized with shift schedules tuned to each mode.
• Four-wheel drive settings are optimized and tuned to each mode.
• Electric vehicle mode selections may
be limited. See Hybrid Vehicle
The system tailors your vehicle configuration for each mode you select.
Note:
Not all settings may be available.
Note:
The system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system for proper operation. If a mode is unavailable due to a system fault or change in gear shifter position, the mode defaults to
Normal.
SELECTING A DRIVE MODE
Police Pursuit Mode
This mode does not use a switch.
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This system is a temporary driving enhancement that senses the driver is demanding high performance from the vehicle. On all Police Interceptor applications, the transmission holds lower gears and the engine holds higher engine speeds longer than normal driving. The mode terminates when the vehicle senses the driver is no longer in high performance demand. The vehicle then returns to normal operation.
Note:
Drive mode changes may not be available when the ignition is off or when the engine is not running.
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Press the drive mode button underneath the information display to select or change a drive mode.
DRIVE MODES
Deep Snow/Sand
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For snow or soft dry sand. When stuck in deep snow, use this mode to help get unstuck.
Note:
Using deep snow/sand mode on dry, hard surfaces could produce some vibration, driveline bind up, and potential excessive tire wear. This mode is for slippery and loose surfaces.
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Drive Mode Control
Normal
For everyday driving. This mode is a perfect balance of
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Load Carrying
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer
This section guides you in the proper loading of your vehicle, trailer, or both. Keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle provides maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Before you load your vehicle, become familiar with the following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight rating, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’s Tire and Loading
Information label or Safety
Compliance Certification label.
Tire and Loading Label Information
Example:
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Payload
Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that your vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle appears on the Tire and Loading label. The label is either on the B-pillar or the edge of the driver door. Vehicles exported outside the US and
Canada may not have a tire and loading label. Look for “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg OR XXX lb” for maximum payload. The payload listed on the
Tire and Loading Information label
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Load Carrying is the maximum payload for your vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If you install any additional equipment on your vehicle, you must determine the new payload.
Subtract the weight of the equipment from the payload listed on the Tire and Loading label.
When towing, trailer tongue weight or king pin weight is also part of payload.
WARNING:
The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
GAWR is the maximum allowable weight that a single axle (front or rear) can carry. These numbers are on the Safety Compliance
Certification label. The label is located on the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver seating position.
The total load on each axle must never exceed its Gross Axle
Weight Rating.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
GVWR is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle.
This includes all options, equipment, passengers and cargo.
It appears on the Safety
Compliance Certification label.
The label is located on the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver seating position.
The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating.
Safety Compliance Certification Label
Example:
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WARNING:
Exceeding the
Safety Compliance Certification label vehicle weight limits can adversely affect the performance and handling of your vehicle, cause vehicle damage and can result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight
Maximum loaded trailer weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. Consult an authorized dealer
(or the RV and Trailer Towing
Guide available at an authorized dealer) for more detailed information.
GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating)
GCWR is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer, including all cargo and passengers, that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating, not at Gross
Combined Weight Rating.)
Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the
Gross Combined Weight of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating of the towing vehicle.
The gross combined weight must never exceed the Gross Combined
Weight Rating.
Note:
For trailer towing information refer to the RV and
Trailer Towing Guide available at an authorized dealer.
WARNING:
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.
WARNING:
Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower your vehicle's GVWR and
GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the
GVWR and GAWR limitations.
WARNING:
Exceeding any vehicle weight rating can adversely affect the performance and handling of your vehicle, cause vehicle damage and can result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death.
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Steps for determining the correct load limit:
1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg or XXX lb." on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lb.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lb. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lb.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Helpful examples for calculating the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo and luggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough load capacity to carry you, four of your friends and all the golf bags? You and four friends average 220 pounds (99 kilograms) each and the golf bags weigh approximately
30 pounds (13.5 kilograms) each.
The calculation would be: 1400 -
(5 x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1400 - 1100
- 150 = 150 pounds. Yes, you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kilograms - (5 x 99 kilograms) -
(5 x 13.5 kilograms) = 635 - 495 -
67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.
Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo and luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past two years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for twelve 100-pound
(45-kilogram) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh 220 pounds (99 kilograms), the calculation would be: 1400 -
(2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1400 - 440
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- 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99 kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.
You will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240 pounds
(104 kilograms). If you remove three 100-pound (45-kilogram) cement bags, then the load calculation would be:1400 - (2 x
220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -
900 = 60 pounds. Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99 kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.
The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the front or the rear gross axle weight rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification label.
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type Vehicles
handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Take extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
WARNING:
When loading the roof racks, we recommend you evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity, may
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TOWING A TRAILER
WARNING:
Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of your vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.
Note:
See
Recommended
Towing Weights
(page 186).
Your vehicle may have electrical items, such as fuses or relays,
Fuses
Your vehicle's load capacity designation is by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle or trailer.
Towing a trailer places an extra load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components periodically during, and after, any towing operation.
Load Placement
To help minimize how trailer movement affects your vehicle when driving:
• Load the heaviest items closest to the trailer floor.
• Load the heaviest items centered between the left and right side trailer tires.
• Load the heaviest items above the trailer axles or just slightly forward toward the trailer tongue. Do not allow the final trailer tongue weight to go above or below 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight.
• Select a ball mount with the correct rise or drop and load capacity. When both the loaded vehicle and trailer are connected, the trailer frame should be level, or slightly angled down toward your vehicle, when viewed from the side.
When driving with a trailer or payload, a slight takeoff vibration or shudder may be present due to the increased payload weight.
Additional information regarding proper trailer loading and setting your vehicle up for towing is located in another chapter of this
Load Limit
You can also find information in the
RV & Trailer Towing Guide
available at your authorized dealer, or online.
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Website
RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online
http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
RECOMMENDED TOWING
WEIGHTS
Note:
Do not tow a trailer during patrol or pursuit situations.
Note:
Do not exceed the trailer weight for your vehicle configuration listed in the chart below.
Note:
Be sure to take into consideration trailer frontal area.
Do not exceed 40 ft² (3.72 m²) when towing trailers up to 5,000 lb
(2,268 kg).
Note:
Your vehicle could have reduced performance when operating at high altitudes, and when heavily loaded or towing a trailer. When driving at elevation, in order to match driving performance as perceived at sea level, reduce gross vehicle weight and gross combination weight by
2% per 1,000 ft (300 m) of elevation.
Note:
Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed may be limited to this specified weight, as the vehicle’s electrical system may not include the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes.
Your vehicle may tow a trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle configuration on the following chart.
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Engine
3.0L GTDI
3.3L PF/DI
3.3L PF/DI
FHEV
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80)
Drive
Maximum Trailer
Weight
AWD 5,000 lb (2,268 kg)
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ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See Scheduled
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency gives you.
You can find information on load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety Compliance label as well as instructions on calculating your vehicle's
load in the Load Carrying chapter. See
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of your vehicle load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto the bumper or attaches to the axle.
Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the total trailer weight is on the tongue.
A weight distributing hitch is not required for your vehicle.
Safety Chains
Note:
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Always connect the safety chains to the hook retainers of your vehicle hitch.
To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross them under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning tight corners. Do not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
Trailer Brakes
WARNING: Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you install them properly and adjust them to the manufacturer's specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and federal regulations.
The rating for the tow vehicle's braking system operation is at the gross vehicle weight rating, not the gross combined weight rating.
Safe control of towed vehicles requires separate functioning brake systems for vehicles and trailers weighing more than
1,500 lb (680 kg) when loaded.
Trailer Lamps
WARNING: Never connect any trailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; this may damage the electrical system resulting in fire. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be required.
Most towed vehicles require trailer lamps.
Make sure all running lights, brake lights, direction indicators and hazard flashers are working.
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Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing up to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer combination before starting on a trip.
When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels clear curbs and other obstacles.
When Towing a Trailer
• Do not drive faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi
(800 km).
• Do not make full-throttle starts.
• Check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly after you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
• When stopped in congested or heavy traffic during hot weather, place the gearshift in park (P) to aid engine and transmission cooling and to help A/C performance.
• Turn off the speed control with heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The speed control may turn off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
• Shift to a lower gear when driving down a long or steep hill. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective.
• If your transmission is equipped with a
Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use this feature when towing. This provides engine braking and helps eliminate excessive transmission shifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling.
• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
• Avoid parking on a grade. However, if you must park on a grade:
1.
Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow.
2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
3. Place the automatic transmission in park (P).
4. Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not included with vehicle.)
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Note:
Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before
backing the trailer into the water.
Note:
Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
after
removing the trailer from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions, and reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Water may have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or other axle repair is required.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
WARNING: If your vehicle has a steering wheel lock make sure the ignition is in the accessory or on position when being towed.
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without access to wheel dollies or a vehicle transport trailer, it can be flat-towed with all wheels on the ground, regardless of the powertrain and transmission configuration, under the following conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for towing in a forward direction.
• Place the transmission in neutral (N).
If you cannot shift the transmission into neutral (N), you may need to override
the gear shifter. See Transmission
(page 142). Failing to do so may result
in damage to the transmission.
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is 50 mi (80 km).
Recreational Towing
You cannot recreational tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground because vehicle or transmission damage could occur. You must recreational tow your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer.
Otherwise, you cannot recreational tow your vehicle.
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Driving Hints
REDUCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
WARNING: If you continue to drive your vehicle when the engine is overheating, the engine could stop without warning. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle.
If the engine coolant temperature gauge needle moves to the upper limit position,
the engine is overheating. See Gauges
You must only drive your vehicle for a short distance if the engine overheats. The distance you can travel depends on ambient temperature, vehicle load and terrain. The engine continues to operate with limited power for a short period of time.
If the engine temperature continues to rise, the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The air conditioning switches off and the engine cooling fan operates continually.
1.
Gradually reduce your speed and stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
2. Immediately switch the engine off to prevent severe engine damage.
3. Wait for the engine to cool down.
4. Check the coolant level. See Engine
5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things such as how you drive, the conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
You may improve your fuel economy by keeping these things in mind:
• Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
• Close the windows for high-speed driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph (88 km/h) uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph
(105 km/h)).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel economy:
• Sudden accelerations or hard accelerations.
• Revving the engine before switching it off.
• Idle for periods longer than one minute.
• Warm up your vehicle on cold mornings.
• Use the air conditioner or front defroster.
• Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
• Rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
• Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a trailer.
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• Carry unnecessary weight
(approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 395 lb (180 kg) of weight carried).
• Driving with the wheels out of alignment.
Conditions
• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed.
• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars, light bars, running boards, ski racks or luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy.
• To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed (if equipped).
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 5–10 mi
(12–16 km) of driving.
• Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain.
• Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
• Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation.
• Close the windows for high-speed driving.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some components and systems can be affected at temperatures below approximately
-13°F (-25°C).
BREAKING-IN
Note:
Vehicles used for driver training or on an emergency vehicle operator course must also complete the 1,000 mi (1,600 km) break-in process before training can begin.
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km). During this time, your vehicle could exhibit some unusual driving characteristics.
Do not tow during the first 1,000 mi
(1,600 km).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
WARNING: Do not drive through flowing or deep water as you may lose control of your vehicle.
Note:
Driving through standing water can cause vehicle damage.
Note:
Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water, check the depth. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the front rocker area of your vehicle.
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Driving Hints
When driving through standing water, drive very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may be limited. After driving through water and as soon as it is safe to do so:
• Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING: Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while your vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.
WARNING: Use a floor mat designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle that does not obstruct the pedal area. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
WARNING: Secure the floor mat to both retention devices so that it cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not place additional floor mats or any other covering on top of the original floor mats. This could result in the floor mat interfering with the operation of the pedals. Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
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To install the floor mats, position the floor mat eyelet over the retention post and press down to lock in position.
To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.
Note:
Regularly check the floor mats to make sure they are secure.
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Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
The service is available:
• 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period supplied with your vehicle.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles supplied with a tire inflation kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service contractors, if not prohibited by state, local or municipal law, shall deliver up to 2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.
Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery service to two no-charge occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30 m) of a paved or county maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing — independent service contractors, if not prohibited by state, local or municipal law, shall tow Ford eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer within 35 mi (56 km) of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests a tow to an authorized dealer that is more than 35 mi (56 km) from the disablement location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in excess of 35 mi (56 km).
• Roadside Assistance includes up to
$200 for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible vehicle requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is operational but the trailer is not, then the trailer does not qualify for any roadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference. This card is in the Owner's Manual kit.
United States vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company reimburses a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, United States vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original receipts.
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Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of
Canada, Limited offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is eligible within Canada or the continental
United States.
The service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
This program is separate from the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, but the coverage is concurrent with the powertrain coverage period of your vehicle. Canadian roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the
U.S. coverage.
If you require more information, please call us in Canada at 1-800-665-2006, or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHERS
Note:
The hazard flashers operate when the ignition is in any position, or if the key is not in the ignition. If used when the vehicle is not running, the battery loses charge. As a result, there may be insufficient power to restart your vehicle.
The flasher control is on the instrument panel. Use your hazard flashers when your vehicle is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
• Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction indicators flash.
• Press the button again to switch them off.
FUEL SHUTOFF
WARNING: If your vehicle has been involved in a crash, have the fuel system checked. Failure to follow this instruction could result in fire, personal injury or death.
Note:
When you try to restart your vehicle after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure that various systems are safe to restart.
Once the vehicle determines the systems are safe, then the vehicle allows you to restart.
Note:
In the event that your vehicle does not restart after your third attempt, contact a qualified technician.
The fuel pump shutoff stops the flow of fuel to the engine in the event of a moderate to severe crash. Not every impact causes a shutoff.
Should your vehicle shut off after a crash, you may restart your vehicle.
If your vehicle has a key system:
1.
Switch off the ignition.
2. Switch to start position.
3. Switch off the ignition.
4. Switch on the ignition to re-enable the fuel pump.
5. If the vehicle does not start, repeat steps 1 through 4.
If your vehicle has a push button start system:
1.
Press
START/STOP
to switch off your vehicle.
2. Press the brake pedal and
START/STOP
to switch on your vehicle.
3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal and press
START/STOP
to switch off your vehicle.
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4. You can attempt to start the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal and
START/STOP
, or press
START/STOP
without pressing the brake pedal.
5. If the vehicle does not start, repeat steps 1 through 4.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
Note:
Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle electrical system.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle, making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
Locating the Jump Starting
Connection Points
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Use only adequately sized cables with insulated clamps.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle.
Note:
Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage.
Note:
Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle.
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1.
Open the hood. See Opening and
2. Remove the access cover.
3. Remove the red protective cover from the positive lead jump connection point.
4. Locate the negative jump connection point on the rear mounting bolt for the cross brace, as shown.
Connecting the Jumper Cables
WARNING: If the engine is running while the hood is open, stay clear of moving engine components. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not connect the negative jumper cable to any other part of your vehicle. Use the ground point.
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Note:
In the illustration, the bottom vehicle represents the booster vehicle.
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1.
Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive
(+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle battery
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the fuel injection system, or connect the negative (-) cable to a ground connection point if available.
Jump Starting
Note:
If you are using a hybrid vehicle as the booster vehicle, you do not need to rev the engine.
1.
Start the engine of the booster vehicle and rev the engine moderately, or press the accelerator gently to keep your engine speed between 2000 and 3000
RPM, as shown in your tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both vehicle engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected.
1.
Remove the negative (-) jumper cable from the disabled vehicle.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle battery.
5. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
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COLLISION, DAMAGE OR FIRE
EVENT
Guidance for Ford Motor Company
Electric and Hybrid-Electric
Vehicles Equipped With High
Voltage Batteries
(Vehicle Owner/Operator/General
Public)
Electric and Hybrid-Electric Vehicle
Considerations
In the event of damage or fire involving an electric vehicle or hybrid-electric vehicle:
• Always assume the high-voltage battery and associated components are energized and fully charged.
• Exposed electrical components, wires, and high-voltage batteries present potential high-voltage shock hazards.
• Venting high-voltage battery vapors are potentially toxic and flammable.
• Physical damage to the vehicle or high-voltage battery may result in immediate or delayed release of toxic, flammable gases and fire.
Vehicle information and general safety practices:
• Know the make and model of your vehicle.
• Review the owner’s manual and become familiar with your vehicle’s safety information and recommended safety practices.
• Do not attempt to repair damaged electric and hybrid-electric vehicles yourself.
Contact an authorized dealer.
Crashes
A crash or impact significant enough to require an emergency response for conventional vehicles would also require the same response for an electric or hybrid-electric vehicle.
If possible:
• Move your vehicle to a safe, nearby location and remain on the scene.
• Roll down the windows before switching your vehicle off.
• Place your vehicle in park (P), set the parking brake, switch off the vehicle, activate the hazard warning flashers and move your key(s) at least 15 ft
(5 m) away from the vehicle.
Always:
• Call emergency assistance if needed and advise that an electric or hybrid-electric vehicle is involved.
• Exposed electrical components, wires, and high-voltage batteries present potential high-voltage shock hazards.
• Avoid contact with leaking fluids and gases, and remain out of the way of oncoming traffic until emergency responders arrive.
• When emergency responders arrive, tell them that the vehicle involved is an electric vehicle or hybrid-electric vehicle.
Fires
As with any vehicle, call emergency assistance immediately if you see sparks, smoke or flames coming from the vehicle.
Remain a safe distance from the vehicle and try to stay clear of the smoke.
• Exit the vehicle immediately.
• Advise emergency assistance that an electric or hybrid-electric vehicle is involved.
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• As with any vehicle fire, do not inhale smoke, vapors or gas from the vehicle, as they may be hazardous.
• Stay out of the roadway and stay out of the way of any oncoming traffic while awaiting the arrival of emergency responders.
Post-Incident
• Do not store a severely damaged vehicle with a lithium-ion battery inside a structure or within 49 ft (15 m) of any structure or vehicle.
• Make sure that passenger and luggage compartments remain ventilated.
• Call emergency assistance if you observe leaking fluids, sparks, smoke or flames, or hear gurgling or bubbling from the high-voltage battery.
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
The system flashes the direction indicators and sounds the horn (intermittently) in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag (front, side, side curtain or Safety
Canopy) or the seatbelt pretensioners.
The horn and indicators turn off when:
• You press the hazard control button.
• You press the panic button on the remote entry transmitter (if equipped).
• Your vehicle runs out of power.
• Sounding of the horn is only enabled in specific markets.
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
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If you need to tow your vehicle, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment to tow your vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. We do not approve a slingbelt towing procedure.
If you tow your vehicle incorrectly, or by any other means, vehicle damage may occur.
We produce a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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Towing an all-wheel or four-wheel drive vehicle requires that all wheels be off the ground, such as using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. This prevents damage to the transmission, all-wheel or four-wheel drive system and vehicle.
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without access to wheel dollies, a car-hauling trailer or a flatbed transport vehicle, you can flat-tow with all wheels on the ground
under limited conditions. See Towing the
Vehicle on Four Wheels (page 190).
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Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU
NEED
Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized dealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction.
Please note that certain warranty repairs require special training and equipment, so not all authorized dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs. This means that, depending on the warranty repair needed, you may have to take your vehicle to another authorized dealer.
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Away From Home
If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service, contact the Ford
Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer.
In the United States:
Mailing address
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48126
Telephone
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired:
1-800-232-5952)
If your vehicle is configured as a motorhome please call 1-800-444-3311 for support.
Additional information and resources are available online:
Website www.owner.ford.com
These are some of the items that can be found online:
• U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name,
City/State or Zip Code.
• Owner Manuals.
• Maintenance Schedules.
• Recalls.
• Ford Extended Service Plans.
• Ford Genuine Accessories.
• Service specials and promotions.
In Canada:
Mailing address
Customer Relationship Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6K 0C8
Telephone
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired:
1-888-658-6805)
Website www.ford.ca
FordServiceCA (English)
FordServiceQC (Français)
@FordServiceCA
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Additional Assistance
If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving, follow these steps:
1.
Contact your Sales Representative or
Service Advisor at your selling or servicing authorized dealer.
2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales Manager,
Service Manager or Customer Relations
Manager.
3. If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies, please contact the Ford Customer
Relationship Center.
In order to help us serve you better, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship
Center:
• Vehicle Identification Number.
• Your telephone number (home and business).
• The name of the authorized dealer and city where located.
• The vehicle’s current odometer reading.
In some states within the United States, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws, and Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt.
Additionally, in some states within the
United States, a consumer has the option of submitting a warranty dispute to the
BBB Auto Line before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws.
This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws.
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle’s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts, the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer (less a reasonable allowance for consumer use). The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle.
California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if, within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18,000 mi (29,000 km), whichever occurs first:
1.
Two or more repair attempts are made on the same non-conformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR
2. Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity (a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle)
OR
3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days (not necessarily all at one time).
In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address:
Ford Motor Company
16800 Executive Plaza Drive
Mail Drop 3NE-B
Dearborn, MI 48126
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You are required to submit your warranty dispute to BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b).
You are also required to use BBB AUTO
LINE before exercising rights or seeking remedies created by the Federal
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C.
sec. 2301 et seq. If you choose to seek redress by pursuing rights and remedies not created by California Civil Code Section
1793.22(b) or the Magnuson-Moss
Warranty Act, resort to BBB AUTO LINE is not required by those statutes.
THE BETTER BUSINESS
BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE
PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
Your satisfaction is important to Ford
Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined earlier in this chapter in the Getting the
Services you need section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO
LINE program.
The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts – mediation and arbitration.
During mediation, a representative of the
BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor
Company to explore options for settlement of the claim. If an agreement is not reached during mediation or you do not want to participate in mediation, and if your claim is eligible, you may participate in the arbitration process. An arbitration hearing will be scheduled so that you can present your case in an informal setting before an impartial person. The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after the hearing.
Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB.
You are not bound by the decision, and may reject the decision and proceed to court where all findings of the BBB Auto
Line dispute, and decision, are admissible in the court action. Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision, Ford is then bound by the decision, and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter.
BBB AUTO LINE Application: Using the information provided below, please call or write to request a program application.
You will be asked for your name and address, general information about your new vehicle, information about your warranty concerns, and any steps you have already taken to try to resolve them. A
Customer Claim Form will be mailed that will need to be completed, signed and returned to the BBB along with proof of ownership. Upon receipt, the BBB will review the claim for eligibility under the
Program Summary Guidelines.
You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at
1-800-955-5100, or writing to:
BBB AUTO LINE
3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600
Arlington, Virginia 22201
BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the Ford Motor
Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673.
For additional information refer to the
Better Business Bureau website.
Note:
Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation.
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UTILIZING THE
MEDIATION/ARBITRATION
PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
For vehicles delivered to authorized
Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of
Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor
Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings.
In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator’s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada.
CAMVAP services are available in all
Canadian territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial
Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685 or visit www.camvap.ca.
GETTING ASSISTANCE
OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND
CANADA
Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel or petrol/gas engines or the proper sulfur fuel for diesel engines.
If you cannot find the proper fuel recommended for your vehicle, contact our Customer Relationship Center.
The use of improper fuels in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor
Company or Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. Using improper fuels may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the United States.
If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Asia-Pacific Region,
Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Virgin Islands and/or Puerto Rico, Central America, the
Caribbean, and Israel and the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact the corresponding Ford Customer
Assistance Center:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Customer Relationship Centers in:
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Customer Relationship Center
Asia Pacific
Caribbean and
Central America
Phone
N/A
+1-800-841-3673
Ford
80004443673
Lincoln
80004441067
UAE
80004441066
Middle East
North Africa
Puerto Rico and U.S.
Virgin Islands
Sub-Saharan Africa
Saudi Arabia
8008443673
Mobily and Zain cell phone users in Saudi
800850078
Kuwait
22280384
N/A
+1-800-841-3673
N/A
South Korea +82-02-1600-6003
If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Global Trade Services by emailing, [email protected].
Fax
N/A
N/A
971 4 3327 266
N/A
N/A
E-mail [email protected]
N/A
[email protected] or [email protected]
If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer. In the event your inquiry is unresolved, communicate your concern with the dealership’s Sales Manager, Service
Manager or Customer Relations Manager.
If you require additional assistance or clarification, please contact the respective
Customer Relationship Center as previously listed.
Customers in the U.S. should call
1-800-392-3673.
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ORDERING ADDITIONAL
OWNER'S LITERATURE
To order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:
HELM, INCORPORATED
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, Michigan 48170
Attention: Customer Service
Or to order a free publication catalog, call toll free: 1-800-782-4356
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST
Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website: www.helminc.com
(Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check or money order.)
Obtaining a French Owner’s
Manual
French Owner’s Manual can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm, Incorporated using the contact information listed previously in this section.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(U.S. ONLY)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Ford Motor Company.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor
Company.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to
www.safercar.gov
; or write to:
Administrator
1200 New Jersey Avenue,
Southeast
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov
.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(CANADA ONLY)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada and Ford of
Canada.
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Website
Website
Phone
Transport Canada Contact Information http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/reporting-defects-motorvehicles.html (English) http://www.tc.gc.ca/fra/securiteautomobile/signaler-defauts-vehiculesautomobiles.html (French)
1-800-333-0510
Website
Phone
Ford of Canada Contact Information www.ford.ca
1-800-565-3673
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Fuses
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The engine compartment fuse box is under the driver side leaf screen in the engine compartment. It has high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads.
If you disconnect and reconnect the
battery, you need to reset some features.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 231).
Note:
Replace fuses with the same type
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Fuse or Relay
Number
1
4
5
2
3
6
7
8
9
13
14
Fuse Rating
40A
20A
40A
30A
5A
20A
20A
20A
20A
40A
15A
Protected Component
Body control module - battery power in feed 1.
Power outlet main console bin.
Body control module - battery power in feed 2.
Fuel pump.
Powertrain control module keep alive power.
Powertrain control module power.
Canister vent solenoid.
Evaporative leak control module.
Exhaust gas heat recovery (hybrid electric vehicle).
Tank pressure control valve (hybrid electric vehicle).
Vapor blocking valve.
Universal exhaust gas oxygen 11.
Universal exhaust gas oxygen 21.
Catalyst monitor sensor 12.
Catalyst monitor sensor 22.
Fuel flap door (hybrid electric vehicle).
Cooling fan relay coil.
Battery interrupt box.
Transmission oil pump.
Auxiliary coolant pump.
Engine coolant bypass valve.
Electric A/C compressor (hybrid electric vehicle).
Active grille shutters.
Ignition coils.
Front blower motor relay.
Transmission oil pump.
A/C compressor variable clutch.
Auxiliary pumps (hybrid electric vehicle).
Electric A/C compressor (hybrid electric vehicle).
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28
29
33
34
35
36
38
30
31
32
Fuse or Relay
Number
16
17
18
21
22
23
24
25
Fuses
15A
40A
60A
30A
30A
20A
20A
20A
20A
40A
30A
15A
5A
30A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
Fuse Rating Protected Component
Active grille shutters.
Windshield and rear window washer pump relay power.
Charge status indicator (hybrid electric vehicle).
Starter motor.
Headlamp red and blue flasher.
Electric power assisted steering module.
Anti-lock brake system module with integrated park brake.
Powertrain control module.
Hybrid powertrain control module.
Air quality sensor.
360 camera with park aid.
Rear view camera.
Blind spot information system.
Adaptive cruise control module.
Transmission control module.
Anti-lock brake system valves with integrated park brake.
Anti-lock brake system pump with integrated park brake.
Driver seat module.
Passenger seat motor.
Front media bin power point.
Rear cargo area power point.
Console end cap power point.
Console end cap power point.
Power inverter.
Climate controlled seat module.
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Number
41
42
43
44
46
50
54
73
78
79
80
82
69
71
72
88
91
95
55
57
58
61
62
64
Fuses
Fuse Rating
30A
30A
60A
10A
15A
40A
20A
30A
15A
20A
30A
—
—
20A
20A
20A
30A
10A
15A
15A
40A
20A
20A
15A
Protected Component
Power liftgate module.
Trailer brake control module.
Body control module.
Brake on and off switch.
Battery charger control module (hybrid electric vehicle).
Heated backlite.
Visor control module.
Run/start access feed.
Trailer tow park lamps.
Trailer tow battery charge.
Trailer tow backup lamps.
Not used (spare).
Headlamp washer pump.
Four-wheel drive module.
Front window wiper motor.
Rear window wiper motor.
Not used (spare).
Driver door module.
Not used.
Not used.
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
Rear blower motor.
Trailer tow lighting module.
Integrated spark control (hybrid electric vehicle).
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Number
96
97
98
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
111
112
114
115
116
118
120
124
125
127
128
131
133
Fuses
10A
50A
50A
40A
40A
40A
20A
30A
30A
20A
50A
20A
5A
20A
15A
5A
5A
20A
Fuse Rating
15A
10A
15A
—
—
Protected Component
Not used (spare).
Electric AC (hybrid electric vehicle).
High voltage positive temperature coefficient heater (hybrid electric vehicle).
Traction battery coolant proportional valve
(hybrid electric vehicle).
Rear power lug.
Rear power lug.
Not used (spare).
B+ feed.
B+ feed.
Spot lamp.
Passenger door module.
Body control module voltage quality monitor feed.
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
B+ feed.
Start access circuit.
Run/start feed.
Port fuel injectors.
Rain sensor.
USB smart charger 1.
B+ feed.
Rear traffic advisor.
Visor control module.
Not used (spare).
Not used.
Not used.
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Fuse or Relay
Number
134
136
139
142
146
148
149
150
155
159
160
168
169
170
Fuse Rating
10A
20A
5A
5A
15A
30A
30A
40A
25A
15A
10A
20A
10A
10A
177 10A
Note:
Spare fuse amperage may vary.
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel
The fuse panel is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
Protected Component
Delay accessory power.
Not used (spare).
USB smart charger 2.
Traffic cam.
Battery electronic control module.
Left-hand headlamp module.
Right-hand headlamp module.
B+ feed.
Transmission control module (hybrid electric vehicle).
DC/DC converter (hybrid electric vehicle).
B+ feed.
Front warning lights.
Strobes.
Low voltage service disconnect.
Coolant pump (hybrid electric vehicle).
Traction battery coolant pump (hybrid electric vehicle).
Pedestrian sounder (hybrid electric vehicle).
Not used (spare).
Note:
It may be easier to access the fuse panel if you remove the finish trim piece.
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Fuse or Relay
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Fuse Rating
—
10A
7.5A
20A
—
10A
10A
5A
5A
Protected Component
Not used.
Moonroof.
Inverter.
Telematics control unit module.
Driver door switch pack.
Memory seat switch.
Wireless accessory charger module.
Seat switches.
Not used (spare).
Not used.
Not used.
Smart data link connector power.
Telematics control unit module.
Hands-free liftgate actuation module.
Power liftgate module.
Keypad switch.
Rear climate control.
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Number
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
25
26
27
21
22
23
24
28
29
30
31
Fuses
5A
5A
30A
30A
20A
30A
30A
30A
15A
5A
10A
15A
15A
—
7.5A
7.5A
5A
5A
Fuse Rating
—
—
7.5A
7.5A
215
Protected Component
Not used.
Not used.
Climate control head.
Gear shift module.
Steering column control module.
Smart datalink connector.
Instrument cluster.
Not used (spare).
SYNC.
Integrated control panel.
Not used.
Headlamp control module.
Steering wheel interface.
Headlamp switch.
Ignition switch.
Telematics control unit module.
Key inhibit solenoid lock.
Not used.
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
Moonroof.
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
Not used (spare).
Integrated computer screen.
Brake switch signal.
Terrain management switch.
Selectable drive mode switch.
Transceiver module.
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Fuse or Relay
Number
32
33
34
35
36
Fuse Rating
20A
—
30A
5A
15A
37
38
20A
30A
Note:
Spare fuse amperage may vary.
Protected Component
Audio control module.
Not used.
Run/start relay.
Low gear select.
Park assist module.
Image processing module A.
Not used (spare).
Left-hand rear power window.
Right-hand rear power window.
CHANGING A FUSE
Fuses
WARNING: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
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If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components.
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Fuse Types
Fuses
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Callout
A
B
E
F
C
D
G
Fuse Type
Micro 2
Micro 3
Maxi
Mini
M Case
J Case
J Case Low Profile
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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.
• A hybrid powertrain starts and stops the gas internal combustion engine when the vehicle is in the
Ready to
Drive
state, vehicle started, ignition on.
• When servicing a hybrid model, assume that the engine and other components such as the cooling fan are active devices. When working under the hood and the vehicle is on, take the necessary safety precautions.
• 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 the transmission 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 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 the transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
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1.
Open the left-hand front door.
2. Fully pull the hood release lever and let it completely retract.
Note:
This action releases the hood latch.
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3. Fully pull the hood release lever for a second time.
Note:
This action fully releases the hood.
4. Open the hood.
Note:
There is no secondary latch under the hood.
5. Support the hood with the prop rod.
Closing the Hood
1.
Remove the prop rod from the catch and secure it correctly in the clip.
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last
10–14 in (25–35 cm).
Note:
Make sure that the hood is correctly closed.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.0L
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A
D
E
B
C
F
G
H
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 231).
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 222).
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 222).
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 230).
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 208).
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 226).
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 224).
Washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 235).
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.3L
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A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 231).
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 222).
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 222).
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 230).
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 208).
Engine coolant reservoir cap. See Engine Coolant Check (page 226).
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 225).
Inverter system controller coolant reservoir cap- HEV only.
Washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 235).
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.0L
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A
B
MIN
MAX
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 3.3L
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
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with
a clean, lint-free cloth. See Under
7.
Reinstall the dipstick and remove it
again to check the oil level. See Under
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 278).
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
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A
B
Minimum.
Maximum.
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).
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 220).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Add engine oil that meets our
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 278). 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:
Message Action and description
Settings
Information
Press the right arrow button, then from this menu scroll to the following message.
Press the right arrow button, then from this menu scroll to the following message.
Oil Life
Hold OK to
Reset
Press the right arrow button, then from this menu scroll to the following message.
Press and hold the
OK
button until the instrument cluster displays the following message.
Reset Successful
When the oil change indicator resets the instrument cluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
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Message Action and description
If the instrument cluster displays one of the following messages, repeat the process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 3.0L
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
When changing the engine air filter, do not allow debris or foreign material to enter the air induction system. Engine components are susceptible to damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Change the air filter element at the correct
interval. See Scheduled Maintenance
Incorrect component use can cause damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty. See Motorcraft Parts (page
To replace the air filter element do the following:
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1.
Remove the clips that secure the air filter housing cover.
2. Using a screwdriver, loosen two clamps on either side of the air filter housing cover.
3. Gently pull the two boots back away from the air filter housing cover.
4. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
5. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter housing and cover to make sure no dirt gets in the engine and that you have a good seal.
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7.
Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if it is not properly seated.
8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.
10.
Reconnect the two boots on the air filter housing cover and torque to
3.69 lb.ft (5 Nm).
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 3.3L
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
Note:
Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note:
When servicing the air cleaner, do not allow foreign material to enter the air induction system. The engine is susceptible to damage from even small particles.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed.
Change the air filter element at the proper
intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance
x2
1.
Release the clamps that secure the air filter cover to the housing.
2. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp on the air filter housing cover.
3. Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
4. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
5. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter housing and cover to make sure no dirt gets in the engine and that you have a good seal.
7.
Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if it is not properly seated.
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8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.
10.
Reconnect the boot to the air filter housing cover and torque to 3.69 lb.ft
(5 Nm).
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Note:
Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the
MAX
mark.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze point between -29°F (-34°C) and -35°F
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be checked using a refractometer. We do not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration.
Adding Coolant
WARNING: Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system to cool down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding and slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not put coolant in the windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on the windshield, coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure. Steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when you loosen the cap slightly.
WARNING: Do not add coolant further than the
MAX
mark.
When the engine is cold, check the concentration and level of the coolant at the intervals listed in the scheduled
maintenance information. See Scheduled
Note:
Make sure that the coolant level is between the
MIN
and
MAX
marks on the coolant reservoir.
WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system to cool down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding and slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not put coolant in the windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on the windshield, coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield.
Note:
Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling system sealants, or non-specified additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling or heating systems. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note:
Automotive fluids are not interchangeable.
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It is very important to use prediluted coolant approved to the correct specification in order to avoid plugging the small passageways in the engine cooling
Specifications (page 274). Do not mix
different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using an incorrect coolant may harm the engine or cooling system components and may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note:
If prediluted coolant is not available, use the approved concentrated coolant
diluting it to 50/50 with distilled water. See
Using water that has not been deionised may contribute to deposit formation, corrosion and plugging of the small cooling system passageways.
Note:
Coolants marketed for all makes and models may not be approved to our specifications and may cause damage to the cooling system. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the following:
1.
Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to
the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach the correct level.
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap. Turn the cap clockwise until it contacts the hard stop.
5. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive your vehicle. If necessary, add enough prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than 1.1 qt (1 L) of engine coolant per month, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.
In case of emergency, you can add a large amount of water without engine coolant in order to reach a vehicle service location.
In this instance, qualified personnel:
1.
Must drain the cooling system.
2. Chemically clean the coolant system.
3. Refill with engine coolant as soon as possible.
Water alone, without engine coolant, can cause engine damage from corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolant substitute:
• Alcohol.
• Methanol.
• Brine.
• Any coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the coolant.
Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled coolant as an approved recycling process is not yet available.
Note:
Dispose of used coolant in the appropriate manner.
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Follow your community's regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60% provides improved freeze point protection. Coolant concentrations above 60% decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the coolant and may cause engine damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40% decrease the freeze and corrosion protection characteristics of the coolant and may cause engine damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use prediluted coolant for optimum cooling system and engine protection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in the scheduled maintenance information, the coolant should be changed. Add prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily drive your vehicle before any incremental component damage occurs. The fail-safe distance depends on ambient temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the coolant temperature gauge moves toward the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and a message may appear in the information display.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine automatically switches to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine temperature, causing the engine to completely shut down. Your steering and braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible to minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs. When in fail-safe mode, your vehicle will have limited power, will not be able to maintain high-speed operation, and may completely shut down without warning, potentially losing engine power, power steering assist, and power brake assist, which may increase the possibility of a crash resulting in serious injury.
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Management
(If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system to cool down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding and slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, drive your vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not maintain high-speed operation and the engine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of automatically shutting down to prevent engine damage. In this situation:
1.
Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend that you contact your roadside assistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait for a short period of time for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible to minimize engine damage.
Note:
Driving your vehicle without repair increases the chance of engine damage.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of crash and injury, be prepared that the vehicle speed may reduce and the vehicle may not be able to accelerate with full power until the coolant temperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the engine may temporarily reach a higher temperature during severe operating conditions, for example ascending a long or steep grade in high ambient temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant temperature gauge moves toward the red zone and a message may appear in the information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle speed caused by reduced engine power in order to manage the engine coolant temperature. Your vehicle may enter this mode if certain high-temperature and high-load conditions take place. The amount of speed reduction depends on vehicle loading, grade and ambient temperature. If this occurs, there is no need to stop your vehicle. You can continue to drive.
The air conditioning may automatically turn on and off during severe operating conditions to protect the engine from overheating. When the coolant temperature decreases to the normal operating temperature, the air conditioning turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves fully into the red zone, or if the coolant temperature warning or service engine soon messages appear in your information display, do the following:
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1.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Fully apply the parking brake, shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle returns to the normal position. If the temperature does not drop after several minutes, follow the remaining steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See Scheduled
The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, if the transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than the recommended brake fluid as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use of incorrect fluid could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluid from a sealed container. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage or failure. Failure to adhere to this warning could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluid to touch your skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the affected areas immediately with plenty of water and contact your physician.
WARNING: The brake system could be affected if the brake fluid level is below the
MIN
mark or above the
MAX
mark on the brake fluid reservoir.
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For detailed interval information, see
Scheduled Maintenance in your Owner's
Manual or your local maintenance guide.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering (EPS) system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
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1.
Park your vehicle on a level surface.
2. Look at the brake fluid reservoir to see where the brake fluid level is relative to the
MIN
and the
MAX
marks on the reservoir.
Note:
If the brake fluid level is between the
MIN
and the
MAX
marks on the reservoir, it is acceptable.
Note:
If the brake fluid level is below the
MIN
mark or above the
MAX
mark, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note:
To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir cap must remain in place and fully tight, unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets our
specifications. See Capacities and
Brake Fluid Service Interval
Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid. Change the brake fluid at the specified intervals to prevent degraded braking performance.
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
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WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling .
WARNING: This vehicle may have more than one battery. Removing the battery cables from only one battery does not disconnect your vehicle electrical system. Make sure you disconnect the battery cables from all batteries when disconnecting power.
Failure to do so may cause serious personal injury or property damage.
WARNING: For vehicles with
Auto-Start-Stop the battery requirement is different. You must replace the battery with one of exactly the same specification.
The battery is in the engine compartment.
See Under Hood Overview (page 220).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free battery. It does not require additional water during service.
If the vehicle battery has a cover and vent hose, make sure you correctly install it after cleaning or replacing the battery.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry and the battery cables tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If any corrosion is present on the battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
We recommend that you disconnect the negative battery cable terminal from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period.
Note:
If you only disconnect the negative battery cable terminal, make sure it is isolated or placed away from the battery terminal to avoid unintended connection or arcing.
If you replace the battery make sure it matches the electrical requirements of your vehicle.
If you disconnect or replace the battery and your vehicle has an automatic transmission, it must relearn its adaptive strategy. Because of this, the transmission may shift firmly when first driven. This is normal operation while the transmission fully updates its operation to optimum shift feel.
Battery Management System
(If
Equipped)
The battery management system monitors battery conditions and takes actions to extend battery life. If excessive battery drain is detected, the system temporarily disables some electrical systems to protect the battery.
Systems included are:
• Heated rear window.
• Heated seats.
• Climate control.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Audio unit.
• Navigation system.
A message may appear in the information displays to alert you that battery protection actions are active. These messages are only for notification that an action is taking place, and not intended to indicate an electrical problem or that the battery requires replacement.
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After battery replacement, or in some cases after charging the battery with an external charger, the battery management system requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time to relearn the battery state of charge.
During this time your vehicle must remain fully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:
Prior to relearning the battery state of charge, the battery management system may temporarily disable some electrical systems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery management system works correctly, do not connect an electrical device ground connection directly to the battery negative post. This can cause inaccurate measurements of the battery condition and potential incorrect system operation.
Note:
If you add electrical accessories or components to the vehicle, it may adversely affect battery performance and durability.
This may also affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle.
Remove and Reinstall the Battery
To disconnect or remove the battery, do the following:
1.
Apply the parking brake and switch the ignition off.
2. Switch all electrical equipment off, for example lights and radio.
3. Wait a minimum of two minutes before disconnecting the battery.
Note:
The engine management system has a power hold function and remains powered for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. This is to allow diagnostic and adaptive tables to be stored. Disconnecting the battery without waiting can cause damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable terminal.
5. Disconnect the positive battery cable terminal.
6. Remove the battery securing clamp.
7.
Remove the battery.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note:
Before reconnecting the battery, make sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note:
Make sure the battery cable terminals are fully tightened.
If you disconnect or replace the vehicle battery, you must reset the following features:
•
• Clock Settings.
• Pre-set radio stations.
Battery Disposal
Make sure that you dispose of
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Seek advice from your local authority about recycling old batteries.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash, have the aim of the headlamp beam checked by an authorized dealer.
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B
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8 ft (2.4 m)
Ground to the center of the headlamp high beam bulb
25 ft (7.6 m)
Horizontal reference line
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1.
Park your vehicle on level ground approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall or screen.
2. Measure the distance from the ground to the center of the headlamp beam bulb and mark an 8 ft (2.4 m) long horizontal reference line on the wall or screen at this height.
Note:
There may be an identifying mark on the lens to help you locate the center line of the headlamp beam bulb.
Note:
To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps and open the hood.
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If the top edge of the flat zone of high intensity light is not on the horizontal reference line, adjust the aim of the headlamp beam.
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5. Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver or socket wrench, to turn the adjuster clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the vertical aim of the headlamp. The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line.
6. Close the hood and switch off the lamps.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 41.0°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:
The front and rear washer systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
our specifications. See Capacities and
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed.
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Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water applied with a soft sponge or cloth.
CHANGING THE FRONT WIPER
BLADES
You can improve poor wiper quality by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield.
Replace the wiper blades at least annually for optimum performance.
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Lift the wiper arm and then press the wiper blade locking buttons together.
Note:
Do not hold the wiper blade to lift the wiper arm.
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Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does not spring back against the glass when the wiper blade is not attached.
2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper blade locks into place.
CHANGING THE REAR WIPER
BLADES
You can improve poor wiper quality by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield.
Replace the wiper blades at least annually for optimum performance.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does not spring back against the glass when the wiper blade is not attached.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper blade locks into place.
CHANGING A BULB
WARNING: Switch the lamps and the ignition off. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Bulbs can become hot.
Let the bulb cool down before removing it. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
Use the correct specification bulb. See
Bulb Specification Chart (page 300).
Install in the reverse order unless otherwise stated.
Rear Direction Indicator and
Reversing Lamp
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Lift the wiper arm.
Note:
Do not hold the wiper blade to lift the wiper arm.
2. Remove the wiper blade.
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Switch all of the lamps and the ignition off.
2. Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the access cover.
3. Remove the side cover.
4. Remove the screw that secures the lamp assembly.
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B
A
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5. Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
7.
Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
• Rear fog lamps (if equipped).
• Front side marker lamps.
• Front signature lamps.
• Central high mounted brake lamp.
License Plate Lamp
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B
Rear direction indicator.
Reverse lamp.
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
The following lamps are LED:
• Headlamp low beam.
• Headlamp high beam.
• Front direction indicator.
• Side direction indicator.
• Daytime running lamps.
• Front fog lamps (if equipped).
• Brake and rear lamp.
• Rear side marker lamp.
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Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the lamp.
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Your dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Materials
For best results, use the following products or products of equivalent quality:
For additional information and assistance, we recommend that you contact an authorized dealer.
Name
Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)
Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. &
Canada)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-
A/B/D/F (Canada)
Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner,
ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)
Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)
Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)
Specification
ESR-M5B194-B
ESR-M14P4-A
ESR-M14P3-A
WSS-M14P19-A
WSS-M14P19-A
ESR-M14P5-A
ESR-M14P5-A
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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
• Never use strong household detergents or soap, for example dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash your vehicle when it is hot to the touch, or during strong or direct sunlight.
• Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel to eliminate water spotting.
• Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.
• Remove any exterior accessories, for example antennas, before entering a car wash.
• When filling with AdBlue®, remove any residue on painted surfaces immediately.
Note:
Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage painted surfaces. If these substances come in contact with your vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as possible.
Cleaning the Headlamps
Note:
Do not scrape the headlamp lenses or use abrasives, alcoholic solvents or chemical solvents to clean them.
Note:
Do not wipe the headlamps when they are dry.
Exterior Chrome Parts
• Apply a high quality-cleaning product to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.
• Do not apply the cleaning product to hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning product on chrome surfaces longer than the time recommended.
• Using non-recommended cleaners can result in severe and permanent cosmetic damage.
Note:
Never use abrasive materials, for example steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface.
Note:
Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
Stripes or Graphics
(If Equipped)
Hand washing your vehicle is preferred however, pressure washing may be used under the following conditions:
• Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).
• Do not use water hotter than 179°F
(82°C).
• Use a spray with a 40° wide spray angle pattern.
• Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm) distance and 90° angle to your vehicle's surface.
Note:
Holding the pressure washer nozzle at an angle to the vehicle's surface may damage graphics and cause the edges to peel away from the vehicle's surface.
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Underbody
Regularly clean the underside of your vehicle using water. Keep body and door drain holes free of debris or foreign material.
Under Hood
For removing black rubber marks from under the hood we recommend Motorcraft
Wheel and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your car's paint from the elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of direct sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before applying wax.
• Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim. The wax will discolor or stain the parts over time.
• Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should feel smooth, and be free of streaks and smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
Note:
If your vehicle has an engine cover remove the cover before application of
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser.
Immediately rinse away any over spray.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage.
• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution box, and air filter assembly to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental fallout can result in windshield and wiper blade contamination. Dirty windshield and wipers will result in poor windshield wiper operation. Keep the windshield and wiper blades clean to maintain windshield wiper performance.
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To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. When cleaning the interior of the windshield, avoid getting any glass cleaner on the instrument panel or door panels. Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfaces immediately.
• For windshields contaminated with tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a circular motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or windshield washer concentrate.
Note:
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean or remove decals from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover damage caused to the heated rear window grid lines.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose
Cleaner.
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
• Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials.
Mirrors
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products.
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS
WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's seatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a crash.
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and seats equipped with side airbags:
• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system.
Note:
Follow the same procedure as cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather instrument panels and leather interior trim surfaces.
Clean the instrument panel and cluster lens with a clean, damp and soft cloth, then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry these areas.
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• Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect you from undesirable windshield reflection.
• Do not use any household cleaning products or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens.
• Wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces.
• Do not allow air fresheners and hand sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.
If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.
Your warranty may not cover these damages.
If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces:
1.
Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, soft cloth as quickly as possible.
2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and
Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially available leather cleaning product for automotive interiors. Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous area.
3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with a clean, soft cloth and a mild soap and water solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.
4. If necessary, apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean, soft cloth and press it onto the soiled area. Allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes.
5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with a clean, damp cloth, use a rubbing motion for 60 seconds on the soiled area.
6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE
Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color. Your vehicle color code is printed on a sticker on the front, left-hand side door jamb. Take your color code to your authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color.
Before repairing minor paint damage, use a cleaner to remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout.
Read the instructions before using cleaning products.
CLEANING THE WHEELS
1.
Regularly clean them with a wheel cleaner. We recommend that you use
Ford approved wheel cleaner if available.
2. Remove dirt and brake dust with a sponge.
3. Remove tar and grease with a bug and tar remover. We recommend that you use Ford approved bug and tar remover if available.
4. Thoroughly rinse the wheels with water after cleaning.
If you intend on parking your vehicle for an extended period after cleaning the wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing so. This reduces the risk of corrosion of the brake discs, brake pads and linings.
Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.
Note:
Some car washes could damage wheel rims and covers.
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Note:
Using non-recommended cleaners, harsh cleaning products, chrome wheel cleaners or abrasive materials could damage wheel rims and covers.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30 days or more, read the following maintenance recommendations to make sure your vehicle stays in good operating condition.
We engineer and test all motor vehicles and their components for reliable, regular driving. Under various conditions, long-term storage may lead to degraded engine performance or failure unless you use specific precautions to preserve engine components.
General
• Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage compartment hinges and latches with a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to storage because used engine oil contains contaminates which may cause engine damage.
• 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.
• With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine is running.
• We recommend that you change the engine oil before you use your vehicle again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• 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.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
• 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.
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Note:
It is necessary to reset memory features if you disconnect the battery cables.
Plugging in Your HYBRID
We recommend the following options for your plug-in vehicle (PHEV) :
• Leave your vehicle plugged in. The 12 volt battery maintains power if left plugged in. However, this periodically uses electricity from the household outlet.
• Connect a battery charger to your 12 volt battery and leave it on a continuous, slow charge.
• Disconnect the 12 volt battery. If your
12 volt battery is located in the luggage compartment, do not fully shut the luggage compartment after disconnecting the 12 volt battery. Only leave the luggage compartment open if your vehicle is stored in a locked location.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under your vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
• 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:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up on window surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collected during storage such as mice or squirrel nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign material that may have collected during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels.
• 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.
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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, and the All Wheel Drive (AWD) system may not function properly. Take your vehicle to an authorized 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
The 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 latch post; next to the driver’s seating position.
We strongly recommend 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
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity (utility and four-wheel drive vehicles) handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt steering in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously increases the risk of losing control of your vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seatbelt.
WARNING: 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.
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.
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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:
• Higher - to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components.
• 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.
• Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use.
As a result of the above dimensional differences, Sport utility vehicles and trucks often have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. These differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car.
TIRE CARE
Information About Uniform
Tire Quality Grading
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Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires.
The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A
.
These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the
United States Department of
Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires.
They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, light truck or LT type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).
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U.S. Department of
Transportation Tire quality grades:
The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford
Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear 1½ times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction AA A B C
WARNING:
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics.
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C could have poor traction performance.
Temperature A B C
WARNING:
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the
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Standard No. 139. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
*
Tire label:
A label showing the original equipment tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
*
Tire Identification Number
(TIN):
A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacture. Also referred to as DOT code.
*
Inflation pressure:
A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
*
Standard load:
A class of
P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at set pressure. For example: For
P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5 bar).
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability.
*
Extra load:
A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 42 psi
(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability.
*
kPa:
Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure.
*
PSI:
Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure.
*
Cold tire pressure:
The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for
1 mi (1.6 km).
*
Recommended inflation pressure:
The cold inflation pressure 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-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or Tire Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.
*
B-pillar:
The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.
*
Bead area of the tire:
Area of the tire next to the rim.
*
Sidewall of the tire:
Area between the bead area and the tread.
*
Tread area of the tire:
Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle.
*
Rim:
The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
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Information Contained on the
Tire Sidewall
Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
Information on P Type Tires
M
A
B
C D
E
F
G
H
J
I
L
K
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P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below. (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle could be different from this example.)
A.
P:
Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association, that could be used for service on cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans and light trucks.
Note:
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this could mean it is designated by either the European
Tire and Rim Technical
Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.
B.
215:
Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.
C.
65:
Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of height to width.
D.
R:
Indicates a radial type tire.
E.
15:
Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter.
F.
95:
Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry.
You could find this information in your owner’s manual. If not, contact a local tire dealer.
Note:
You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law.
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U
H
V
R
S
T
Letter rating
M
N
Q
G.
H:
Indicates the tire's speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle could operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph
(130 km/h) to 186 mph
(299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart.
Note:
You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law.
Speed rating
81 mph (130 km/h)
87 mph (140 km/h)
99 mph (159 km/h)
106 mph (171 km/h)
112 mph (180 km/h)
118 mph (190 km/h)
124 mph (200 km/h)
130 mph (210 km/h)
149 mph (240 km/h)
Letter rating
W
Speed rating
168 mph (270 km/h)
Y 186 mph (299 km/h)
Note:
For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph
(240 km/h), tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph
(299 km/h), tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR.
H.
U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number (TIN):
This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After 2000, the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall.
I.
M+S or M/S:
Mud and Snow, or
AT:
All Terrain, or
AS:
All Season.
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Tire Ply Composition and
Material Used:
Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
K.
Maximum Load:
Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle.
L.
Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:
*
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
*
Traction:
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C could have poor traction performance.
*
Temperature:
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
M.
Maximum Inflation
Pressure:
Indicates the tire manufacturers' maximum permissible pressure or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the vehicle manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which can 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-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label.
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The tire suppliers could have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load or radial tubeless.
Additional Information
Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires
Note:
Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire.
B
C
A
C.
Maximum Load Dual lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold:
Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual, defined as four tires on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle).
D.
Maximum Load Single lb
(kg) at psi (kPa) cold:
Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single, defined as two tires
(total) on the rear axle.
Information on T Type Tires
T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size.
Note:
The temporary tire size for your vehicle could be different from this example. Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire.
D
B
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LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires; these differences are described below.
A.
LT:
Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association, that is intended for service on light trucks.
B.
Load Range and Load
Inflation Limits:
Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits.
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A
B
C
D
E
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T type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires; these differences are described below:
A.
T:
Indicates a type of tire, designated by the Tire and Rim
Association, that is intended for temporary service on cars, sport utility vehicles, minivans and light trucks.
B.
145:
Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire.
C.
80:
Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of height to width. Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall.
D.
D:
Indicates a diagonal type tire.
R:
Indicates a radial type tire.
E.
16:
Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter.
Recommended Tire Pressures and Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check the pressure of all tires and adjust if required.
At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company.
WARNING:
Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout, with unexpected loss of vehicle
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Wheels and Tires control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It also may result in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat!
You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges could be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear.
Under-inflation or over-inflation could cause uneven treadwear patterns.
Always inflate your tires to the
Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. You will find a Tire Label containing the Ford recommended tire inflation pressure by the tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is also 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-latch on the
B-pillar, or on the edge of the driver’s door.
Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles.
Inspecting Your Tires and
Wheel Valve Stems
Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that could be wedged in the tread grooves.
Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that could permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem. Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. If internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail.
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Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist:
Tire Wear
Damage
Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage (such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls, cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspected, have the tire inspected by a tire professional.
Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended.
Age
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When the tread is worn down to one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indicators, or wear bars, which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm).
When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear bars, the tire is worn out and must be replaced.
WARNING:
Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use
(load, speed, inflation pressure) the tires experience throughout their lives.
In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear.
However, heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently.
You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used.
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U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number
Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After 2000, the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall.
Tire Replacement
Requirements
Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability.
WARNING:
Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size, load index, speed rating and type
(such as P-metric versus
LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver's seating position), or the
Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If this information is not found on these labels, then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious injury, when mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again.
WARNING:
For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi
(1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting.
WARNING:
Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft
(3.66 m) away from the wheel and tire assembly.
WARNING:
When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall, the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire:
• Make sure that you have the correct tire and wheel size.
• Lubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area again.
• Stand at a minimum of 12 ft
(3.66 m) away from the wheel and tire assembly.
• Use both eye and ear protection.
Important:
Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle.
It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair, if the worn tires still have usable tread depth. To avoid potential All
Wheel Drive (AWD) malfunction or All Wheel Drive (AWD) system damage, it is recommended to replace all four tires rather than mixing significantly worn tires with new tires.
The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor
Company could affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoring system indicator is flashing, your system is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your tire pressure monitoring system, or some component of the system could be damaged.
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Safety Practices
WARNING:
If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds.
WARNING:
Do not spin the wheels at over 34 mph
(55 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects on the road
*Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drive, there is always the possibility that you could eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic. This could further damage the flat tire, but your safety is more important.
If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tires for damage. If a tire is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
Tire and Wheel Alignment
A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you are driving, the wheels could be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically.
Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer. Front-wheel drive vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) could require alignment of all four wheels.
The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly could result in irregular tire wear.
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Tire Rotation
Note:
If your tires show uneven wear, ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
Note:
Your vehicle could be equipped with a dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly. A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly is defined as a spare wheel and tire assembly that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly, it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation.
Note:
After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements.
Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled
Maintenance information) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.
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Police Wheels and Tires
Wheel rims
To withstand the demands placed on vehicles driven under heavy duty service conditions, Ford
Motor Company installs heavy duty wheels.
Tires
Tires (including the spare) are speed-rated radials for police use.
Use only the recommended tire size and speed ratings.
In regions with snow and ice during the winter months, installation of snow tires could be desirable. Snow tires will usually exhibit a drop in dry pavement handling, but could show an increase in snow and ice traction.
When snow tires are used, they should be installed on all four wheels, never on the drive wheels only.
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Tire storage
Most high performance tires are made with a nylon overlay. As such, the following steps should be taken to avoid flatspotting when the vehicles are not used for a period of time.
• Fleets should store the vehicles with 44 psi (303 kPa) in the tires.
• If the vehicle is stored for periods longer than 30 days, you should move it several feet at least once during each
30-day period, so that a different portion of the tread contacts the ground.
• Tire pressure should be reduced to the recommended pressure shown on the vehicle certification label before the vehicle is placed back into service.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Do not exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h). Failure to follow this instruction could result in the loss of control of your vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use snow chains on snow-free roads.
WARNING: Only fit snow chains to specified tires.
WARNING: If your vehicle is fitted with wheel trims, remove them before fitting snow chains.
WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index and speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels can cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer case or power transfer unit failure.
Follow the Ford recommended tire inflation pressure found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label (on the door hinge pillar, door latch post or the door edge that meets the door latch post, next to the driver seat), or Tire
Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles.
Only use snow chains on rear wheels.
Install snow chains in pairs. Do not use self-tensioning snow chains.
Only use snow chains on the following specified tire sizes:
• 255/60R18
• Only install chains that are 10 mm or less.
• 255/65R18
• Only install chains that are 10 mm or less.
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• 265/60R18
• Only install chains that are 10 mm or less.
• 255/55R20
• Only install chains that are 10 mm or less.
We recommend you use steel wheels of the same size and specification if snow chains are required because chains may chip aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:
• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Purchase snow chains from a manufacturer that clearly labels body to tire dimension restrictions.
• When driving with snow chains do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or the maximum speed recommended by the chain manufacturer, whichever is less.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the snow chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and tighten them. If this does not work, remove the snow chains to prevent vehicle damage.
• Remove the snow chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use snow chains on dry roads.
• If a temporary spare wheel is mounted on your vehicle, do not use snow chains on the axle with the temporary spare wheel.
• Use snow chains that fit against the sidewall of the tire to prevent the chains from touching the wheel rims or suspension, see following illustration.
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If you have any questions regarding snow chains, please contact your authorized dealer.
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM
WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for manually checking tire pressures. You should periodically check tire pressures using a pressure gauge. Failure to correctly maintain tire pressures could increase the risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
Note:
You should only use tire sealants in roadside emergencies as they could cause damage to the tire pressure monitoring system sensor.
Note:
If the tire pressure monitoring system sensor becomes damaged, it will not function.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and could affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system will not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions could occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with License exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device will not cause harmful interference, and
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2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that could cause undesired operation.
Note:
Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Changing Tires With a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
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Note:
Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor located inside the wheel and tire assembly cavity. The pressure sensor is attached to the valve stem. The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed. Take care when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor.
You should always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer.
Check the tire pressure periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge. See When Inflating Your Tires in this chapter.
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The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. You can view the tire pressure
readings through the information display.
See General Information (page 84). The
low tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low. Once the light is illuminated, your tires are under-inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended tire pressure. Even if the light turns on and a short time later turns off, your tire pressure still needs to be checked.
When Your Temporary Spare Tire is
Installed
When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel and tire assembly needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle.
Some limited All Wheel Drive (AWD) traction may be provided if a temporary spare is installed on one of the front wheels. If you are in driving conditions where limited All Wheel Drive (AWD) traction is needed while a temporary is installed, it is recommended the temporary spare be installed on the front axle.
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To restore the full function of the tire pressure monitoring system, have the damaged road wheel and tire assembly repaired and remounted on your vehicle.
When You Believe Your System is Not
Operating Properly
The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. See the following chart for information concerning your tire pressure monitoring system:
Low tire pressure warning light
Solid warning light
Possible cause Customer action required
Tire(s) under-inflated
Spare tire in use
TPMS malfunction
Make sure tires are at the proper pressure. See Inflating your tires in this chapter. After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label (located on the edge of driver’s door or the B-Pillar), the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h) before the light turns off.
Repair the damaged road wheel and tire assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function. For a description on how the system functions, see When Your Temporary Spare Tire is Installed in this section.
If the tires are properly inflated and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Low tire pressure warning light
Flashing warning light
Possible cause
Tire rotation without sensor training
Spare tire in use
TPMS malfunction
Customer action required
On vehicles with different front and rear tire pressures, the system must be retrained following every tire rotation.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Reset procedure later in this section.
Repair the damaged road wheel and tire assembly and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function. For a description on how the system functions, see When Your Temporary Spare Tire is Installed in this section.
If the tires are properly inflated and the spare tire is not in use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
When Inflating Your Tires
WARNING: Do not use the tire pressure displayed in the information display as a tire pressure gauge. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your garage), the tire pressure monitoring system will not respond immediately to the air added to your tires.
It could take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn off after you have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure.
How Temperature Affects Your Tire
Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical passenger tire inflation pressure could increase about 2–4 psi (14–28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature, the tire pressure could decrease about 3 psi (21 kPa) for a drop of 30°F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This lower pressure value could be detected by the tire pressure monitoring system as being significantly lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the system warning light for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is on, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.
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Check the air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset
Procedure
WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle, see the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (on the door hinge pillar, door-latch post or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver seat) or the Tire Label on the
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.
Note:
You need to perform the tire pressure monitoring system reset procedure after each tire rotation.
To provide the vehicle's load carrying capability, some vehicles require different recommended tire pressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. The tire pressure monitoring system equipped on these vehicles is designed to illuminate the low tire pressure warning light at two different pressures; one for the front tires and one for the rear tires.
Since tires need to be rotated to provide consistent performance and maximum tire life, the tire pressure monitoring system needs to know when the tires are rotated to determine which set of tires are on the front and which are on the rear. With this information, the system can detect and properly warn of low tire pressures.
System reset tips:
• To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, perform the system reset procedure at least 3 ft
(1 m) away from another Ford Motor
Company vehicle undergoing the system reset procedure at the same time.
• Do not wait more than two minutes between resetting each tire sensor or the system can time-out and you have to repeat the entire procedure on all four wheels.
• A double horn sounds indicating the need to repeat the procedure.
Performing the System Reset Procedure
Read the entire procedure before attempting.
1.
Drive the vehicle above 20 mph
(32 km/h) for at least two minutes, then park in a safe location where you can easily get to all four tires and have access to an air pump.
2. Place the ignition in the off position and keep the key in the ignition.
3. Cycle the ignition to the on position with the engine off.
4. Turn the hazard flashers on then off three times. You must accomplish this within 10 seconds. If you successfully enter the reset mode, the horn sounds once, the system indicator flashes and a message shows in the information display. If this does not occur, please try again starting at step 2. If after repeated attempts to enter the reset mode, the horn does not sound, the system indicator does not flash and no message shows in the information display, seek service from your authorized dealer.
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5. Train the tire pressure monitoring system sensors in the tires using the following system reset sequence starting with the left front tire in the following clockwise order: Left front driver side front tire, Right front passenger side front tire, Right rear passenger side rear tire, Left rear driver side rear tire.
6. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left front tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds.
Note:
The single horn tone confirms that the sensor identification code has been learned by the module for this position. If a double horn is heard, the reset procedure was unsuccessful, and you must repeat it.
7.
Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right front tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds.
8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds.
9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds.
Training is complete after the horn sounds for the last tire trained, driver side rear tire, the system indicator stops flashing, and a message shows in the information display.
10.
Turn the ignition off. If two short horn beeps are heard, the reset procedure was unsuccessful and you must repeat it. If after repeating the procedure and two short beeps are heard when the ignition is turned to off, seek assistance from your authorized dealer.
11.
Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure as indicated on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label, affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the door edge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver seating position or
Tire Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver door.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
(IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it may not function.
Note:
You should only use tire sealants in roadside emergencies as they may cause damage to the tire pressure monitoring system sensor.
Note:
The tire pressure monitoring system indicator light illuminates when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full function of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire when driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the tire pressure monitoring system sensors.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(page 262). Replace the spare tire with a
road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the tire pressure monitoring system sensor for damage.
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Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and tire, then it is intended for temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it as soon as possible with a road wheel and tire assembly that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by us. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, you should replace it rather than repair it.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly is defined as a spare wheel and tire assembly that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types:
1.
T-type mini-spare: This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall.
2.
Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:
• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time.
• Use commercial car washing equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.
3.
Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly at a time.
• Use commercial car washing equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly can lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.
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When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly additional caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury or death, do not remove the full size spare tire from the factory secured location. This location is necessary to achieve police-rated
75 mph (120 km/h) rear impact crash-test performance. Removal increases the risk of fuel leak in high-speed rear impacts.
WARNING: The jack supplied with this vehicle is only intended for changing wheels. Do not use the vehicle jack other than when you are changing a wheel in an emergency.
WARNING: Check that the vehicle jack is not damaged or deformed and the thread is lubricated and clean.
WARNING: To help prevent your vehicle from moving when changing a wheel, shift the transmission into park
(P), set the parking brake and use an appropriate block or wheel chock to secure the wheel diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed. For example, when changing the front left wheel, place an appropriate block or wheel chock on the right rear wheel.
WARNING: Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle. If using a jack other than the one provided, make sure the jack capacity is adequate for the vehicle weight, including any vehicle cargo or modifications. If you are unsure if the jack capacity is adequate, contact the authorized dealer.
WARNING: Do not work on your vehicle when the jack is the only support as your vehicle could slip off the jack.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Use only the specified jacking points. If you use other positions, you may damage the body, steering, suspension, engine, braking system or the fuel lines.
WARNING: Never place anything between the vehicle jack and your vehicle.
WARNING: Never place anything between the vehicle jack and the ground.
WARNING: Park your vehicle so that you do not obstruct the flow of traffic or place yourself in any danger and set up a warning triangle.
WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
Note:
Passengers should not remain in your vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Note:
Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle.
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Note:
No maintenance or additional lubrication of your jack is required over the service life of your vehicle.
1.
Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and switch on the hazard flashers.
2. Apply the parking brake, place the transmission in park (P) or reverse (R) for manual transmission. Turn the engine off.
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4. Turn the wing nut securing the spare tire counterclockwise, remove the wing nut.
5. Remove the spare tire, jack and wrench from the spare tire storage compartment under the trunk load floor.
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3. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. For example, if the left front tire is flat, block the right rear wheel.
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6. Turn the hex nut on the jack counterclockwise to remove the lug wrench from jack. This lowers the jack and loosens the mechanical lock.
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7.
Unfold the wrench for use.
Wheels and Tires
9. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise, but do not remove them until the flat tire is raised off the ground.
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10.
Find the jacking points shown here, small arrow-shaped marks on the sills show the location of the jacking points.
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8. Remove the strap from the jack.
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1
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11.
Place the jack at the jacking point next to the tire which you are changing. Turn the lug wrench handle clockwise until the flat tire is completely off the ground.
12.
Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
13.
Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward.
14.
Install the lug nuts snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the vehicle is lowered.
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15.
Turn the wrench handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle completely.
Stowing the Jack
1
3
5
4
2
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16.
Remove the jack and fully tighten the
lug nuts in the order shown. See
Technical Specifications (page
17.
Remove the wheel blocks.
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1.
To store the folded wrench on the jack, engage the bracket of the jack base and the lug wrench pin, swing the wrench upwards, adjust jack height until the wrench hook engages the hole on jack. Tighten the hex nut clockwise by hand until secure.
2. Place the jack in the spare tire compartment, install the wing nut and tighten clockwise by hand until secure.
Stowing the Flat Tire
1.
Secure the flat road wheel and tire in the spare tire storage compartment under the trunk load floor. Place the flat road wheel and tire over the stowed jack and secure with the wing nut.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or death.
Bolt Size
lb.ft (Nm)
1
M14 x 1.5
150 lb.ft (204 Nm)
1
Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only our recommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any wheel disturbance, such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal.
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A Wheel pilot bore.
Inspect the wheel pilot bore and mounting surface prior to installation.
Remove any visible corrosion or loose particles.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L
Engine
Displacement.
Fuel type.
Firing order.
Ignition system.
Spark plug gap.
Compression ratio.
Drivebelt Routing
3.0L
180 in³ (2,956 cm³)
Minimum 87 octane
1-4-2-5-3-6
Coil on plug
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)
9.5:1
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L
Engine
Displacement.
Fuel type.
Firing order.
Ignition system.
Spark plug gap.
Compression ratio.
3.3L
204 in³ (3,340 cm³)
Minimum 87 octane
1-4-2-5-3-6
Coil on plug
0.049–0.053 in (1.25–1.35 mm)
12.0:1
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Drivebelt Routing
A.
B.
Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine.
Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine.
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L, HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)
Engine
Displacement.
Fuel type.
Firing order.
Ignition system.
Spark plug gap.
Compression ratio.
3.3L HEV
204 in³ (3,340 cm³)
Minimum 87 octane
1-4-2-5-3-6
Coil on plug
0.049–0.053 in (1.25–1.35 mm)
12.0:1
Drivebelt Routing
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L
Air filter.
Component Part Number
FA-1884
FL-2062
Oil filter.
1
Battery.
2
BXT-94RH7-730
BAGM-49H8-850
SP-578
Spark plugs.
3
Cabin air filter.
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-89
WW-2616 (driver side)
WW-2113 (passenger side)
Rear window wiper blade.
WW-1110
1
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2
See your authorized dealer for correct replacement.
3
For spark plug replacement, contact your authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 325).
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your authorized dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts engineered for your vehicle meet or exceed our specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of other parts.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.3L
Air filter.
Component Part Number
FA-1947
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
1
Battery.
2
BXT-94RH7-730
BAGM-94RH7-800
BAGM-49H8-850
SP-520
Spark plugs.
3
Cabin air filter.
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-89
WW-2616 (driver side)
WW-2113 (passenger side)
Rear window wiper blade.
WW-1110
1
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance specification SAE/USCAR-36.
2
See your authorized dealer for correct replacement.
3
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer Replace the spark plugs at
the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 325).
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your authorized dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts engineered for your vehicle meet or exceed our specifications. Use of other parts could impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty could be void for any damage related to use of other parts.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.
C
F
G
D
E
H
Make, vehicle line, series, body type.
Engine type.
Check digit.
Model year.
Assembly plant.
Production sequence number.
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Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number contains the following information:
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L
Use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade, it could result in:
• Component damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Reduced brake performance.
Air Conditioning System
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
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A
B
World manufacturer identifier.
Brake system, Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating, Restraint Devices and their locations.
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Capacities
Variant
Without auxiliary A/C.
With auxiliary A/C.
Refrigerant
24 oz (0.68 kg)
35 oz (0.99 kg)
Refrigerant Oil
3.04 fl oz (90 ml)
5.41 fl oz (160 ml)
Materials
Name
R-1234yf Refrigerant(U.S.)
R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf(Canada)
YN-33-A(U.S.)
HS7Z-19B519-BA(Canada)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil / Huile
PAG pour frigorigène R-1234yf Motorcraft®(Canada)
YN-35(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M17B21-A
WSS-M2C300-A2
Automatic Transmission
Note:
Only use MERCON® ULV transmission fluid for automatic transmissions that require MERCON® ULV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid could cause transmission damage.
Capacities
Variant Quantity
All.
14.3 qt (13.5 L)
1
1
Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / MERCON® ULV huile pour boîtes automatique Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-12-QULV(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
Engine Coolant
Capacities
Variant
Without auxiliary heater.
With auxiliary heater.
Quantity
15.5 qt (14.7 L)
18.0 qt (17 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M97B57-A2
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Engine Oil
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Capacities
Variant
All.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
/ Huile moteur de très haute qualité SAE 5W-30
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XO-5W30-Q1SP(U.S.)
CXO-5W30-LSP6(Canada)
Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance, we recommend that you use the following alternative engine oil in extremely cold climates, where the ambient temperature reaches -22°F (-30°C) or below.
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SP requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
Including the Oil Filter
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
Specification
WSS-M2C961-A1
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Materials
Name
Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30 - Synthetic Blend
Specification
WSS-M2C963-A1
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Fuel Tank
Capacities
Variant
All.
Grease
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease / Graisse longue durée de qualité première Motorcraft®(Canada)
XG-1-E1(U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / Graisse tout usage en aérosol Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-5-A(U.S. & Canada)
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Quantity
20.2 gal (76.5 L)
Specification
ESA-M1C75-B
ESB-M1C93-B
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Hydraulic Brake System
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid / Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV Motorcraft®(Canada)
PM-20(U.S. & Canada)
Note:
We recommend using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid could cause reduced brake performance and not meet our performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry.
Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials could result in brake system damage and possible failure.
Locks
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Penetrating Fluid / Liquide dégrippant
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-1(U.S.)
CXC-51-A(Canada)
Transfer Case
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
WSS-M6C65-A2
Specification
-
Quantity
1.1 qt (1 L)
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,
Front Axle
Capacities
All-wheel drive.
Variant Quantity
0.6 qt (0.6 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant / Lubrifiant synthétique pour pont arrière
SAE 75W-140 Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W140-QL(U.S.)
CXY-75W140-1L(Canada)
Rear Axle
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
WSL-M2C192-A
Quantity
1.9 qt (1.8 L)
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de haute qualité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
Washer Reservoir
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
WSS-M2C942-A
Quantity
Fill as required.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer
Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motorcraft®(Canada)
ZC-32-B2(U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M14P19-A
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Reduced brake performance.
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L
Use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade, it could result in:
• Component damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
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Air Conditioning System
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant
Capacities
Variant
Without auxiliary A/C.
With auxiliary A/C.
under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Refrigerant
24 oz (0.68 kg)
35 oz (0.99 kg)
Refrigerant Oil
3.04 fl oz (90 ml)
5.41 fl oz (160 ml)
Materials
Name
R-1234yf Refrigerant(U.S.)
R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf(Canada)
YN-33-A(U.S.)
HS7Z-19B519-BA(Canada)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant PAG Oil / Huile
PAG pour frigorigène R-1234yf Motorcraft®(Canada)
YN-35(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M17B21-A
WSS-M2C300-A2
Automatic Transmission
Note:
Only use MERCON ULV transmission fluid for automatic transmissions that require MERCON ULV transmission fluid.
The use of any other fluid could cause transmission damage.
Capacities
Variant Quantity
All.
14.3 qt (13.5 L)
1
1
Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / MERCON® ULV huile pour boîtes automatique Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-12-QULV(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
Engine Coolant
Capacities
Variant
Without auxiliary heater.
With auxiliary heater.
Quantity
12.9 qt (12.2 L)
15.2 qt (14.4 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M97B57-A2
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Oil
E142732
Capacities
Variant
All.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil
/ Huile moteur de très haute qualité SAE 5W-20
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XO-5W20-Q1SP(U.S.)
CXO-5W20-LSP6(Canada)
Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance, we recommend that you use the following alternative engine oil in extremely cold climates, where the ambient temperature reaches -22°F (-30°C) or below.
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SP requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
Including the Oil Filter
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
Specification
WSS-M2C960-A1
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil(U.S.)
(Canada)
XO-0W20-Q1SP(U.S.)
Specification
WSS-M2C962-A1
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Fuel Tank
Capacities
All.
Grease
Variant Quantity
20.2 gal (76.5 L)
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease / Graisse longue durée de qualité première Motorcraft®(Canada)
XG-1-E1(U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / Graisse tout usage en aérosol Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-5-A(U.S. & Canada)
Hydraulic Brake System
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid / Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV Motorcraft®(Canada)
PM-20(U.S. & Canada)
Note:
We recommend using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid could cause reduced brake performance and not meet our performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry.
Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials could result in brake system damage and possible failure.
Locks
Specification
ESA-M1C75-B
ESB-M1C93-B
Specification
WSS-M6C65-A2
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Penetrating Fluid / Liquide dégrippant
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-1(U.S.)
CXC-51-A(Canada)
Transfer Case
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
-
Quantity
1.1 qt (1 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,
Front Axle
Capacities
All-wheel drive.
Variant Quantity
0.6 qt (0.6 L)
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant / Lubrifiant synthétique pour pont arrière
SAE 75W-140 Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W140-QL(U.S.)
CXY-75W140-1L(Canada)
Rear Axle
Capacities
Variant
All.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de haute qualité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
Washer Reservoir
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
WSL-M2C192-A
Quantity
1.9 qt (1.8 L)
Specification
WSS-M2C942-A
Quantity
Fill as required.
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer
Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motorcraft®(Canada)
ZC-32-B2(U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M14P19-A
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.3L,
HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)
Use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meets the defined specification and viscosity grade, it could result in:
• Component damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
Capacities
Variant
Without auxiliary A/C.
With auxiliary A/C.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Reduced brake performance.
Air Conditioning System
WARNING: The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury.
Refrigerant
26 oz (0.74 kg)
35 oz (0.99 kg)
Refrigerant Oil
5.41 fl oz (160 ml)
8.12 fl oz (240 ml)
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
R-1234yf Refrigerant(U.S.)
R-1234yf Refrigerant / Frigorigène R-1234yf(Canada)
YN-33-A(U.S.)
HS7Z-19B519-BA(Canada)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant POE Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant POE Oil / Huile
POE pour frigorigène R-1234yf Motorcraft®(Canada)
YN-34(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M17B21-A
WSS-M2C31-B2
Automatic Transmission
Note:
Only use MERCON® ULV transmission fluid for automatic transmissions that require MERCON® ULV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid could cause transmission damage.
Capacities
Variant Quantity
All.
14.8 qt (14 L)
1
1
Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount could vary during fluid changes.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid / MERCON® ULV huile pour boîtes automatique Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-12-QULV(U.S. & Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
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Engine Coolant
Capacities
Variant
Engine without auxiliary heater.
Engine with auxiliary heater.
HEV low temperature cooling loop (battery and electric motor electronics)
Quantity
13.9 qt (13.2 L)
16.4 qt (15.5 L)
4.6 qt (4.4 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/
Coolant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant
/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jaune
Motorcraft®(Canada)
VC-13DL-G(U.S.)
CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
Engine Oil
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Specification
WSS-M97B57-A2
An oil that displays this symbol conforms to current engine, emission system and fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not available, use motor oils of the recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SP requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives because they are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that your vehicle warranty does not cover.
Capacities
All.
Variant Including the Oil Filter
6.0 qt (5.7 L)
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil
/ Huile moteur de très haute qualité SAE 5W-20
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XO-5W20-Q1SP(U.S.)
CXO-5W20-LSP6(Canada)
Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance, we recommend that you use the following alternative engine oil in extremely cold climates, where the ambient temperature reaches -22°F (-30°C) or below.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil(U.S.)
(Canada)
XO-0W20-Q1SP(U.S.)
Specification
WSS-M2C960-A1
Specification
WSS-M2C962-A1
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Fuel Tank
Capacities
Variant
All.
Grease
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease / Graisse longue durée de qualité première Motorcraft®(Canada)
XG-1-E1(U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / Graisse tout usage en aérosol Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-5-A(U.S. & Canada)
Hydraulic Brake System
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid / Liquide de frein automobile haute performance DOT 4 LV Motorcraft®(Canada)
PM-20(U.S. & Canada)
Note:
We recommend using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid could cause reduced brake performance and not meet our performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry.
Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials could result in brake system damage and possible failure.
Locks
297
Quantity
18.0 gal (68.1 L)
Specification
ESA-M1C75-B
ESB-M1C93-B
Specification
WSS-M6C65-A2
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Penetrating Fluid / Liquide dégrippant
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XL-1(U.S.)
CXC-51-A(Canada)
Transfer Case
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
-
Quantity
1.1 qt (1 L)
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid(U.S.)
Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission
Fluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LV
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)
CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
Specification
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,
Front Axle
Capacities
All-wheel drive.
Variant Quantity
0.6 qt (0.6 L)
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Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle
Lubricant / Lubrifiant synthétique pour pont arrière
SAE 75W-140 Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W140-QL(U.S.)
CXY-75W140-1L(Canada)
Rear Axle
Capacities
Variant
All.
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic
Hypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de haute qualité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85
Motorcraft®(Canada)
XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
Washer Reservoir
Capacities
Variant
All.
Specification
WSL-M2C192-A
Quantity
1.9 qt (1.8 L)
Specification
WSS-M2C942-A
Quantity
Fill as required.
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Capacities and Specifications
Materials
Name
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer
Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motorcraft®(Canada)
ZC-32-B2(U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D.O.T. marking for North America to make sure they have the proper lamp performance, light brightness, light pattern and safe visibility.
The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb illumination time.
Exterior Lamps
Lamp
Front park lamps.
Front side marker lamp.
Front warning lamp.
Front direction indicator.
Daytime running lamps.
Headlamp low beam.
Headlamp high beam.
Front auxiliary warning lamp.
Exterior mirror warning lamp.
Rear side marker lamp.
Specification
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
Specification
WSS-M14P19-A
Power (Watt)
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
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Lamp
Rear quarter window warning lamp.
Rear auxiliary warning lamp.
Brake and rear lamp.
Specification
LED.
LED.
LED.
Central high mounted brake lamp.
Rear direction indicator.
Reversing lamp.
License plate lamp.
LED.
3757NAK, PY27/7W
W21W
W5W
Spot Lamp.
LED.
Note:
LED lamps are not serviceable. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
Power (Watt)
LED.
LED.
LED.
LED.
27
21
5
LED.
Interior Lamps
Lamp Specification
All interior lamps.
LED.
Note:
LED lamps are not serviceable. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
Power (Watt)
LED.
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Audio System
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
Distance and strength
Terrain
Station overload hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
Radio Frequencies and Reception
Factors
Note:
Listening to loud audio for long periods of time could damage your hearing.
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in the audio system muting.
AUDIO UNIT
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
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Note:
Depending on your vehicle option package, the controls may look different from what you see here.
Note:
Some features, such as satellite radio, may not be available in your location.
Check with an authorized dealer.
Note:
The touchscreen system controls most of the audio features.
Accessing the Sound Settings
Press and release the button.
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Turn to adjust the volume.
Changing Radio Stations
Audio System
Accessing the System Settings
Press and release the button.
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Adjusting the Volume
Pausing or Playing Media
In media mode, press and release the button to pause playback. Press the button again to resume playback.
In radio mode, press and release the button to mute the radio. Press the button again to unmute.
Returning to the Previous Screen
Press and release the button.
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Selecting Media
Press the button to select media mode.
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Press the button again to display the available media sources. Repeatedly press the button to scroll through the available media sources.
Scrolling Through the Menu
Options
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In radio mode, turn to search through the radio frequency band. In satellite radio mode, turn to find the previous or next available satellite radio station.
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Selecting a Menu Option
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Selecting the Radio
Press release the button to select radio mode.
Press and release the button again to display the available radio sources. Repeatedly press the button to scroll through the available radio sources.
Switching the Audio Unit On and
Off
Press and release the button.
Using Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse
Press and release the button to skip to the next track.
Press and hold the button to fast forward through the track.
Press and release the button to return to the beginning of a track.
Repeatedly press the button to return to previous tracks.
Press and hold the button to fast rewind.
In radio mode, select a frequency band and press and release either button. The system stops at the first station it finds in that direction.
In satellite radio mode, press and release to select the next or previous satellite radio station. If you select a specific category, such as jazz, rock or news, press to find the next or previous station in the category you select.
USB PORT
(IF EQUIPPED)
Switching the Display On and Off
Press and release the button.
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Using a Cell Phone
Press and release to make a call from a recent call list, contact list or dial a number.
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
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USB A
Audio System
Note:
Not all USB ports in your vehicle have
data transfer capabilities. See
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USB C
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The USB port allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks and charge devices.
Note:
We recommend using only USB-IF certified cables and adapters. Non-certified cables and adapters may not work.
Locating the USB Ports
The USB ports may be in the following locations:
• Inside the media bin.
• Inside the center console.
• On the lower instrument panel.
Note:
The number and type of USB ports may vary depending on your vehicle.
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SYNC™
GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC is an in-vehicle communications system that works with your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone and portable media player. This allows you to:
• Make and receive calls.
• Access and play music from your portable music player.
• Use 911 Assist or Emergency Assistance and applications via SYNC AppLink.
*
• Access phonebook contacts and music using voice commands.
• Stream music from your connected phone.
• Text message.
• Use the advanced voice recognition system.
• Charge your USB device (if your device supports this).
*
These features are not available in all markets and may require activation.
Available AppLink enabled apps vary by market.
Make sure that you review your device's manual before using it with SYNC.
Support
SYNC support is available at your regional
SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
• Essential for keeping up with the latest software downloads available for
SYNC.
• Access to customer support for any questions you may have.
Driving Restrictions
For your safety, certain features are speed-dependent and restricted when your vehicle is traveling over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Safety Information
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
When using SYNC:
• Do not operate playing devices if the power cords or cables are broken, split or damaged. Place cords and cables out of the way, so they do not interfere with the operation of pedals, seats, compartments or safe driving abilities.
• Do not leave playing devices in your vehicle during extreme conditions as it could cause them damage. See your device's manual for further information.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the system. See an authorized dealer.
Privacy Information
When a cellular phone is connected to
SYNC, the system creates a profile within your vehicle that is linked to that cellular phone. This profile is created in order to offer you more cellular features and to operate more efficiently. Among other things, this profile may contain data about your cellular phone book, text messages
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(read and unread), and call history, including history of calls when your cellular phone was not connected to the system.
In addition, if you connect a media device, the system creates and retains an index of supported media content. The system also records a short development log of approximately 10 minutes of all recent system activity. The log profile and other system data may be used to improve the system and help diagnose any problems that may occur.
The cellular profile, media device index, and development log will remain in the vehicle unless you delete them and are generally accessible only in the vehicle when you connect the cellular phone or media player. If you no longer plan to use the system or the vehicle, we recommend you perform a Master Reset to erase all stored information.
No one can access system data without special equipment and access to the vehicle's SYNC module. Ford Motor
Company and Ford of Canada will not access the system data for any purpose other than as described absent consent, a
Help
List of Commands
Cancel court order, or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities, or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and
Ford of Canada. For further privacy
information, see the section on 911 Assist.
See SYNC™ Applications and Services
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
This system helps you control many features using voice commands. This allows you to keep your hands on the wheel and focus on what is around you.
Initiating a Voice Session
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Press the voice button. A list of available voice commands appears in the display.
Global Voice Commands
These voice commands are always available. You can say them at any time.
Global voice commands
Gives you available commands you can use on the current screen.
Gives you a list of possible voice commands.
This command ends the voice session. You can also cancel a session by pressing seek up, seek down, or holding the voice button for two or more seconds.
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Helpful Hints
• Make sure the interior of your vehicle is as quiet as possible. Wind noise from open windows and road vibrations may prevent the system from correctly recognizing spoken commands.
• Before giving a voice command, wait for the system announcement to finish, followed by a single tone. Any command spoken before this does not register with the system.
• Speak naturally, without long pauses between words.
• You can interrupt the system at any time while it is speaking by pressing the voice button. You can cancel a voice session by pressing and holding the voice button.
Voice Command
Interaction Mode Standard
Interaction Mode Advanced
System Interaction and Feedback
The system provides feedback through audible tones, prompts, questions and spoken confirmations depending on the situation and the chosen level of interaction. You can customize the voice recognition system to provide more or less instruction and feedback.
The default setting is to a higher level of interaction in order to help you learn to use the system. You can change these settings at any time.
Adjusting the Interaction Level
Press the voice button. When prompted, say:
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Action and Description
Provides more detailed interaction and guidance. (Recommended for first time users.)
Provides less audible interaction and guidance.
Phone Confirmation
Using phone confirmations the system asks you to verify before placing any calls.
To adjust this setting press the voice button, when prompted say:
Voice Command
Phone Confirmation Off
Phone Confirmation On
Action and Description
When enabled, this feature will prompt you to confirm any voice initiated call command prior to the call being placed.
The system will make a best guess; you may still occasionally be asked to confirm settings.
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USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the main features of SYNC. While the system supports a variety of features, many are dependent on your cellular phone's functionality. At a minimum, most cellular phones with Bluetooth wireless technology support the following functions:
• Answering an incoming call.
• Ending a call.
• Dialing a number.
• Redialing.
• Call waiting notification.
• Caller identification.
Other features, such as text messaging using Bluetooth and automatic phonebook download, are phone-dependent features.
Pairing a Phone
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNC allows you to make and receive hands-free calls.
Note:
Make sure to switch on the ignition and the radio. Shift the transmission into park (P) for automatic transmission or neutral (N) for manual transmission.
Using the Audio System
Note:
To scroll through the menus, press the up and down arrows on your audio system.
1.
Make sure to switch on your phone's
Bluetooth feature before starting the search. See your device's manual if necessary.
2. Press the Settings button.
3. Select Bluetooth from the menu.
4. Press the OK button.
5. Select the option to add. This starts the pairing process.
6. When a message to begin pairing appears in the audio display, search for
SYNC on your device.
Depending on your phone's capability and your market, the system may prompt you with questions, such as setting the current phone as the primary phone and downloading your phonebook.
Using Voice Commands
Make sure to switch on your
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Press the voice button and when prompted say:
Voice Command
Pair Phone
Action and Description
Follow the instructions on the audio display.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button. You can
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When prompted, say a command. See the following table for examples of commands.
Voice Command
___ List of Commands
Help
Call ___
Dial ___
Text Messages
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__ is a dynamic listing, meaning that it could be the name of anything, such as a contact or phone number.
Phone Controls
Use the phone buttons on your steering wheel to answer, reject, or hang up a call.
Accessing Features through the
Phone Menu
You can access your call history, phonebook, sent text messages, as well as access phone and system settings.
1.
Press the PHONE button to enter the phone menu.
2. Scroll through the menu to view contacts, text messages, and the phone dialer.
SYNC™ APPLICATIONS AND
SERVICES
• 911 Assist: Can alert 911 in the event of an emergency.
• SYNC AppLink: Allows you to connect to and use certain applications (if your phone is compatible).
These features may require activation.
Available AppLink enabled apps vary by market.
911 Assist
WARNING: Unless the 911 Assist setting is set on before a crash, the system will not dial for help which could delay response time, potentially increasing the risk of serious injury or death after a crash.
WARNING: Do not wait for 911
Assist to make an emergency call if you can do it yourself. Dial emergency services immediately to avoid delayed response time which could increase the risk of serious injury or death after a crash. If you do not hear 911 Assist within five seconds of the crash, the system or phone may be damaged or non-functional.
WARNING: Always place your phone in a secure location in your vehicle so it does not become a projectile or get damaged in a crash. Failure to do so may cause serious injury to someone or damage the phone which could prevent
911 Assist from working properly.
Note:
The SYNC 911 Assist feature must be set on before the incident.
Note:
The SYNC 911 Assist feature only operates in the U.S., Canada or in a territory in which 911 is the emergency number.
Note:
Before setting this feature on, make sure that you read the 911 Assist Privacy
Notice later in this section for important information.
Note:
If any user switches 911 Assist to on or off, that setting applies for all paired phones. If 911 Assist is switched off, either a voice message plays or a display message or an icon comes on when your vehicle is started and after a previously paired phone connects.
Note:
Every phone operates differently.
While SYNC 911 Assist works with most cellular phones, some may have trouble using this feature.
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If a crash deploys an airbag (excluding knee airbags and rear inflatable safety belts [if equipped]) or activates the fuel pump shut-off, your SYNC-equipped vehicle may be able to contact emergency services by dialing 911 through a paired and connected Bluetooth-enabled phone.
See Supplementary Restraints System
(page 41). Important information about
airbag deployment is in this chapter.
See Roadside Emergencies (page 194).
Important information about the fuel pump shut-off is in this chapter.
Setting 911 Assist On or Off
Press the Settings button then select:
Menu
Item
Action and Description
911 Assist Select the desired option, on or off.
To make sure that 911 Assist works properly:
• SYNC must be powered and working properly at the time of the incident and throughout feature activation and use.
• The 911 Assist feature must be set on before the incident.
• You must pair and connect a Bluetooth enabled and compatible cell phone to
SYNC.
• A connected Bluetooth enabled phone must have the ability to make and maintain an outgoing call at the time of the incident.
• A connected Bluetooth enabled phone must have adequate network coverage, battery power and signal strength.
• The vehicle must have battery power and be located in the U.S., Canada or in a territory in which 911 is the emergency number.
In the Event of a Crash
Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate the fuel pump shut-off (the triggers for 911
Assist). If a connected cell phone sustains damage or loses its connection to SYNC during a crash, SYNC searches for and tries to connect to a previously paired cell phone; SYNC then attempts to call the emergency services.
Before making the call:
• SYNC provides a short window of time
(about 10 seconds) to cancel the call.
If you fail to cancel the call, SYNC attempts to dial 911.
• SYNC says the following, or a similar message: "SYNC will attempt to call
911, to cancel the call, press Cancel on your screen or press and hold the phone button on your steering wheel".
If you do not cancel the call, and SYNC makes a successful call, a pre-recorded message plays for the 911 operator, and then the occupant(s) in your vehicle are able to talk with the operator. Be prepared to provide your name, phone number and location immediately, because not all 911 systems are capable of receiving this information electronically.
911 Assist May Not Work If
• Your cellular phone or 911 Assist hardware sustains damage in a crash.
• The vehicle's battery or the SYNC system has no power.
• The phone(s) thrown from your vehicle are the ones paired and connected to the system.
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911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you switch on 911 Assist, it may disclose to emergency services that your vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to
911 operators your vehicle location or other details about your vehicle or crash to assist
911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not switch the feature on.
SYNC Mobile Apps
The system enables voice and steering wheel control of SYNC AppLink enabled smartphone apps. When an app is running through AppLink, you can control main features of the app through voice commands and steering wheel controls.
Note:
You must pair and connect your smartphone to SYNC to access AppLink.
Note:
Android users need to connect the phone to SYNC using Bluetooth.
Note:
For information on available apps, supported smartphone devices and troubleshooting tips please visit the Ford website
Note:
Availability of SYNC AppLink enabled
Apps will vary by region.
Note:
Make sure you have an active account for the app that you have downloaded.
Some apps work automatically with no setup. Other apps want you to configure your personal settings and personalize your experience by creating stations or favorites.
We recommend you do this at home or outside of your vehicle.
To Access Using the SYNC Menu
Press the Mobile Apps button to access the menu on-screen. Then select:
Action and Description Menu
Item
Find
Mobile
Apps
Scroll through the list of available applications and select a particular app.
Note:
If you cannot find a compatible SYNC
AppLink app, make sure the required app is running on the mobile device.
To Access Using Voice Commands
Press the voice button, then when prompted say:
Voice Command Action and Description
Mobile Applications Say the name of the application after the tone.
The app should start. When an app is running through SYNC, you can press the voice button and speak commands specific to the app, for example "Play Playlist Road Trip".
List Applications SYNC lists all of the currently available mobile apps.
Find Applications
Help
Searches your connected mobile device for SYNC-compatible mobile apps.
Use this command to discover the available voice commands.
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App Permissions
App permissions are organized by groups.
You can grant these group permissions individually. You can change a permission group status any time when not driving, by using the settings menu.
When you launch an app using SYNC, the system may ask you to grant certain permissions, for example:
• To allow your vehicle to provide vehicle information to the app such as, but not limited to: Fuel level, fuel economy, fuel consumption, engine speed, rain sensor, odometer, VIN, external temperature, gear position, tire pressure, and head lamp status.
• To allow your vehicle to provide driving characteristic information such as, but not limited to: MyKey, seat belt status, engine revolutions per minute, gear position, braking events, steering wheel angle, and accelerator pedal position.
• To allow your vehicle to provide location information, including: GPS and speed.
• To allow the app to send push notifications using the vehicle display and voice capabilities while running in a background state. Push notifications may be particularly useful for news or location based apps.
Note:
You only need to grant permissions the first time you use an app with SYNC.
Note:
Ford is not responsible or liable for any damages or loss of privacy relating to usage of an app, or dissemination of any vehicle data that you approve Ford to provide to an app.
Enabling SYNC Mobile Apps
In order to enable mobile apps, SYNC requires user consent to send and receive app authorization information and updates using the data plan associated with the connected device.
Data is sent to Ford in the United States through the connected device. The information is encrypted and includes your
VIN, SYNC module number, anonymous usage statistics and debugging information. Updates may take place.
Note:
You must enable mobile apps for each connected device the first time you select a mobile app using the system.
Note:
Standard data rates apply. Ford is not responsible for any additional charges you may receive from your service provider, when your vehicle sends or receives data through the connected device. This includes any additional charges incurred due to driving in areas when roaming out of a home network.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
MEDIA PLAYER
SYNC supports digital media sources including: iPod, Bluetooth devices, and most USB drives. SYNC also supports audio formats, such as MP3, WMA, WAV and ACC.
Media Sources
The AUX or MEDIA button allows you to view and select available media sources.
Press the AUX or MEDIA button to view your sources. Use the directional arrows and OK button to select your source. You can also use the steering wheel audio controls.
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Audio Voice Commands
Press the voice button. You can
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See the following table for example commands. Not all commands may be available on your vehicle.
Command
___ List of Commands
Help
Pause
Play
AM ___
FM ___
CD Player
Sirius Channel ___
USB
Bluetooth Audio
__ is a dynamic listing, meaning that it could be the name of anything, such as an artist, station, or media source.
SYNC™ TROUBLESHOOTING
Your SYNC system is easy to use. However, should questions arise, see the tables below.
Use your regional Ford website at any time to check your phone's compatibility, register your account and set preferences as well as access a customer representative via an online chat (during certain hours).
Market
North America
Website(s) www.SYNCMyRide.com
www.SYNCMyRide.ca
www.syncmaroute.ca
Issue
There is excessive background noise during a phone call.
During a call, I can hear the other person but they cannot hear me.
SYNC is not able to download my phonebook.
Phone issues
Possible cause(s)
The audio control settings on your phone may be affecting SYNC performance.
Possible solution(s)
Review your phone's manual about audio adjustments.
This may be a possible phone malfunction.
This is a phone-dependent feature.
Try turning off the device, resetting the device, removing the device's battery, then trying again.
Go to the website to review your phone's compatibility.
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Issue
The system says Phonebook
Downloaded but the phonebook in SYNC is empty or missing contacts.
I am having trouble connecting my phone to
SYNC.
Phone issues
Possible cause(s)
This may be a possible phone malfunction.
This may be a limitation on your phone's capability.
This is a phone-dependent feature.
Possible solution(s)
Try turning off the device, resetting the device or removing the device's battery, then trying again.
Try pushing your phonebook contacts to SYNC by using the Add Contacts feature.
Use the SYNCmyphone feature available on the website.
Try pushing your phonebook contacts to SYNC by using the Add Contacts feature.
If the missing contacts are stored on your SIM card, try moving them to the device memory.
Remove any pictures or special ring tones associated with the missing contact.
Depending upon your phone, you may have to grant SYNC permission to access your phonebook contacts. Make sure to confirm when prompted by your phone during the phonebook download.
Go to the website to review your phone's compatibility.
Try turning off the device, resetting the device or removing the device's battery, then trying again.
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Issue
Text messaging is not working on SYNC.
I cannot return to the Phone menu when selecting a contact.
Phone issues
Possible cause(s)
This may be a possible phone malfunction.
This is a phone-dependent feature.
This may be a possible phone malfunction.
Possible solution(s)
Try deleting your device from SYNC, deleting SYNC from your device and trying again.
Check the security and auto accept and prompt always settings relative to the SYNC
Bluetooth connection on your phone.
Update your device's firmware.
Turn off the Auto phonebook download setting.
Go to the website to review your phone's compatibility.
Try turning off the device, resetting the device or removing the device's battery, then trying again.
You are on the Select a
Character screen.
Press the Phone button to return to the Phone menu.
Issue
I am having trouble connecting my device.
USB and media issues
Possible cause(s)
This may be a possible device malfunction.
Possible solution(s)
Try turning off the device, resetting the device, removing the device's battery, then trying again.
Make sure you are using the manufacturer's cable.
Make sure you insert the
USB cable correctly into the device and the USB port.
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Issue
SYNC does not recognize my device when I turn on the car.
Bluetooth audio does not stream.
SYNC does not recognize music that is on my device.
I cannot change the Sirius station.
USB and media issues
Possible cause(s)
This is a device limitation.
Possible solution(s)
Make sure that the device does not have an autoinstall program or active security settings.
Make sure you are not leaving the device in your vehicle during very hot or cold temperatures.
This is a phone-dependent feature.
Review the device compatibility chart on the SYNC website to confirm your phone supports the
Bluetooth audio streaming function.
The device is not connected.
Make sure you correctly connect the device to SYNC, and that you have pressed play on your device.
Your music files may not contain the correct artist, song title, album or genre information.
The file may be corrupted.
Make sure that all song details are populated.
The song may have copyright protection, which does not allow it to play.
Some devices require you to change the USB settings from mass storage to MTP class.
Sirius Replay is active.
Switch radio bands and return to Sirius or switch the feature off. You can then change the Sirius station using the directional buttons.
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Issue
Voice command issues
Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s)
SYNC does not understand what I am saying.
You may be using the wrong voice commands.
Review the phone voice commands and the media voice commands at the beginning of their respective sections.
You may be speaking too soon or at the wrong time.
After pressing the voice icon, wait until after the tone sounds and Listening appears before saying a command. Any command spoken before this does not register with the system.
You may be using the wrong voice commands.
Review the media voice commands at the beginning of the media section.
SYNC does not understand the name of a song or artist.
You may be saying the name differently than the way you saved it.
The system may not be reading the name the same way you are saying it.
Say the song or artist exactly as listed. If you say
"Play Artist Prince", the system does not play music by Prince and the Revolution or Prince and the New
Power Generation.
Make sure you are saying the complete title, such as
"California remix featuring
Jennifer Nettles".
If the song titles are in all
CAPS, you have to spell them. LOLA requires you to say "L-O-L-A".
Do not use special characters in the title. The system does not recognize them.
SYNC does not understand or is calling the wrong contact when I want to make a call.
You may be using the wrong voice commands.
Review the Phone voice commands at the beginning of the phone section.
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Issue
Voice command issues
Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s)
Make sure you are saying the contacts exactly as they are listed. For example, if you save a contact as Joe
Wilson, say "Call Joe
Wilson".
You may be saying the name differently than the way you saved it.
The system may not be reading the name the same way you are saying it.
Using the SYNC phone menu, open the phonebook and scroll to the name
SYNC is having trouble understanding. SYNC will read the name to you, giving you some idea of the pronunciation SYNC is expecting.
The system works better if you list full names, such as
"Joe Wilson" rather than
"Joe".
Contacts in your phonebook may be very short and similar, or they may contain special characters.
Do not use special characters, such as 123 or ICE, as the system does not recognize them.
Your phonebook contacts may be in CAPS.
If a contact is in CAPS, you have to spell it. JAKE requires you to say "Call J-
A-K-E".
Issue
AppLink issues
Possible cause(s)
AppLink Mobile Applications: When I select "Find
New Apps," SYNC does not find any applications.
An AppLink capable phone is not connected to SYNC.
Possible solution(s)
Ensure you have a compatible smartphone; an Android with OS 2.3 or higher or an iPhone 3GS or newer with iOS 5.0 or higher. Additionally, ensure your phone is paired and connected to
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Issue
AppLink issues
Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s)
SYNC in order to find
AppLink-capable apps on your device. iPhone users must also connect to
SYNC's USB port with an
Apple USB cable.
My phone is connected, but
I still cannot find any apps.
AppLink-enabled apps are not installed and running on your mobile device.
Ensure you have downloaded and installed the latest version of the app from your phone's app store.
Ensure the app is running on your phone. Some apps require you to register or login on the app on the phone before using them with AppLink. Also, some may have a "Ford SYNC" setting, so check the app's settings menu on the phone.
My phone is connected, my app(s) are running, but I still cannot find any apps.
Sometime apps do not properly close and re-open their connection to SYNC, over ignition cycles, for example.
Closing and restarting apps may help SYNC find the application if you cannot discover it inside the vehicle.
On an Android device, if apps have an "Exit' or 'Quit' option, select that then restart the app. If the app does not have that option, you can also manually
"Force Close" the app by going to the phone's settings menu, selecting 'Apps.' then finding the particular app and choosing 'Force stop.'
Don't forget to restart the app afterwards, then select
"Find New Apps" on SYNC.
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Issue
My Android phone is connected, my app(s) are running, I restarted them, but I still cannot find any apps.
AppLink issues
Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s)
On an iPhone with iOS7+, to force close an app, double tab the home button then swipe up on the app to close it. Tab the home button again, then select the app again to restart it. After a few seconds, the app should then appear in SYNC's
Mobile App's Menu.
There is a Bluetooth bug on some older versions of the
Android operating system that may cause apps that were found on your previous vehicle drive to not be found again if you have not turned off Bluetooth.
Reset the Bluetooth on your phone by turning it off and then turning Bluetooth back on. If you are in your vehicle,
SYNC should be able to automatically re-connect to your phone if you press the
"Phone" button.
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Issue
My iPhone phone is connected, my app is running, I restarted the app but I still cannot find it on
SYNC.
AppLink issues
Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s)
The USB connection to
SYNC may need to be reset.
Unplug the USB cable from the phone, wait a moment, and plug the USB cable back in to the phone. After a few seconds, the app should appear in SYNC's Mobile
Apps Menu. If not, "Force
Close" the application and restart it.
I have an Android phone. I found and started my media app on SYNC, but there is no sound or the sound is very low.
The bluetooth volume on the phone may be low.
Try increasing the Bluetooth volume of the device by using the device's volume control buttons which are most often found on the side of the device.
I can only see some of the
AppLink apps running on my phone listed in SYNC's
Mobile Apps Menu.
Some Android devices have a limited number of bluetooth ports apps can use to connect. If you have more AppLink apps on your phone than the number of available Bluetooth ports, you will not see all of your apps listed in SYNC's mobile apps menu.
Force close or uninstall the apps you do not want SYNC to find. If the app has a "Ford
SYNC" setting, disable that setting in the app's settings menu on the phone.
SYNC System Reset
The SYNC system in your vehicle has System Reset feature that can be performed if the function of a SYNC feature is lost. This reset is intended to restore functionality and will not erase any information previously stored in the system (Such as paired devices, phonebook, call history, text messages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset, press and hold the Seek Up (>>) button while pressing and holding the Radio Power button. Release both buttons after 2-3 seconds. Please allow a few minutes for the reset to complete. After a few minutes has passed you can resume using the SYNC system.
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Ford Protect
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING
COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD
PROTECT EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
Ford Protect Extended Service
Plans (U.S. Only)
Ford Protect extended service plan means peace of mind. It’s the extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides more protection beyond the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. When you visit your Ford Dealer, Insist on Ford
Protect extended service plans!
Ford Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One trip to the Service Center could easily exceed the price of your Ford Protect extended service plan. With Ford Protect extended service plan you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components
There are four mechanical Ford Protect extended service plans with different levels of coverage. Ask your authorized dealer for details.
1.
PremiumCARE - Our most comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan is so complete it’s probably easier to list what’s not covered.
2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items.
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4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical components.
Ford Protect extended service plans are honored by all authorized Ford dealers in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
That means you get:
• Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
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• Repairs performed by factory trained technicians, using genuine parts.
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
If you bring your car into your dealer for service, we’ll give you a loaner to use for the day.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs, you are eligible for rental car coverage, including warranty repairs, and
Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
• Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage or other transportation.
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Protect extended service plan coverage expires, you can transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Which should give you and your potential buyer a little more peace of mind.
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Ford Protect
Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle
Ford Protect extended service plan also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers all scheduled maintenance, and selected wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about the cost of your vehicle’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc (if equipped).
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (if equipped).
• Cabin air filter replacement every
20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electric vehicles only).
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Just a 5% down payment will provide you with an affordable, no interest, no fee payment program allowing you all the security and benefits Ford Protect extended service plan has to offer while paying over time. You are pre-approved with no credit check or hassles. To learn more, call our Ford Protect extended service plan specialists at 800-367-3377.
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Ford Protect Extended Service
Plan (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Protect extended service plan. Ford Protect extended service plan is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford Protect extended service plan provides benefits such as:
• Rental reimbursement.
• Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items.
• Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
• Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Protect extended service plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations.
Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental. When you purchase Ford
Protect extended service plan, you receive added peace-of-mind protection throughout Canada, the United States and
Mexico, provided by a network of participating authorized Ford Motor
Company dealers.
Note:
Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for
Ford Protect extended service plan coverage.
This information is subject to change. For more information; 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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Scheduled Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Carefully following the maintenance schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for completed maintenance with your vehicle.
We have established regular maintenance intervals for your vehicle based upon rigorous testing. It is important that you have your vehicle serviced at the proper times. These intervals serve two purposes: one is to maintain the reliability of your vehicle and the second is to keep your cost of owning your vehicle down.
It is your responsibility to have all scheduled maintenance performed and to make sure that the materials used meet the specifications identified in this owner's
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance invalidates warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance.
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?
Factory-Trained Technicians
Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored certification training to help them become experts on the operation of your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training and certification their technicians have received.
Our Genuine Replacement Parts
Dealerships stock our genuine manufactured or our authorized re-manufactured replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed our specifications. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide 24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer) parts and labor limited warranty.
If you do not use our authorized parts they may not meet our specifications and depending on the part, it could affect emissions compliance.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make your service visit more convenient and they offer one stop shopping. They can perform any services that are required on your vehicle, from general maintenance to collision repairs.
Note:
Not all dealers have extended hours or body shops. Please contact your dealer for details.
Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that pays dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value. To maintain the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, make sure you have scheduled maintenance performed at the designated intervals.
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor system; a message appears in the information display at the proper oil change interval. This interval may be up to one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km), hybrid vehicles may exceed 10,000 mi
(16,000 km).
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Scheduled Maintenance
When the oil change message appears in the information display, it is time for an oil change. Make sure you perform the oil change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 223).
If your information display resets prematurely or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 mi (8,000 km) from your last oil change. Never exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil change intervals,
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple, complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle.
We have recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
We rely upon this testing to determine the most appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only our genuine manufactured or our authorized re-manufactured replacement parts engineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and our Workshop
Manual list the recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please consult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid needs to be changed. However, a qualified expert, such as the factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and fluids at the specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system or using our approved flushing chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic maintenance checks and inspections every month or at six-month intervals.
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Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. We recommend having the following multi-point inspection performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help make sure your vehicle keeps running great.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Accessory drive belt(s)
Battery performance
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Horn operation
Engine air filter
Exhaust system
Exterior lamps operation
Fluid levels
1
; fill if necessary
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses
Suspension components for leaks or damage
Steering and linkage
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure
2
For oil and fluid leaks
Half-shaft dust boots
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Washer spray and wiper operation
1
Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2
If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle.
This means you do not have to remember to change the oil on a mileage-based schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by displaying a message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of vehicle use and its impact on oil change intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil change intervals depend on several factors and generally decrease with severity of use.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor that determines when you should change the engine oil based on how you use your vehicle. By using several important factors in its calculations, the monitor helps reduce the cost of owning your vehicle and reduces environmental waste at the same time.
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Scheduled Maintenance
When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Interval
1
Vehicle Use and Example
7,500–10,000 mi
(12,070–16,093 km)
Normal
Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5,000–7,500 mi
(8,046–12,070 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(4,828–8,046 km)
Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Extended engine idling
1
Hybrid vehicles may achieve longer distances between oil changes, but do not exceed the 1 year maximum oil change interval. Remaining oil life can be accessed through the
information display. See Information Displays (page 84).
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter.
2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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Scheduled Maintenance
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and the tire-rod ends.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1
Do not exceed one year or 12,500 mi (20,000 km) between service intervals.
2
Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil
Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Every 3 Years
Change the brake fluid.
2
1
Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for the interval.
2
Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Every 20,000 mi
(32,186 km)
Every 30,000 mi
(48,280 km)
At 200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
Every 100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Every 100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Replace the engine air filter.
Change the engine coolant and motor electronics coolant.
Replace the spark plugs.
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi
(240,000 km)
Replace the accessory drive belt or belts.
4
1
Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2
Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
3
After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
4
If not replaced within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
in any of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not
Perform the services shown in the following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the message appearing in the information display prompting you to change your oil.
• Example 1 : The message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2 : The message has not come on, but the odometer reads
30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example, the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)).
Perform the engine air filter replacement.
As required
Inspect frequently, service as required
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect front axle.
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
Inspect rear axle and U-joints.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions .
Replace spark plugs.
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect frequently, service as required
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
Replace cabin air filter.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace spark plugs.
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Extended Hot and Cold Climate Operation
Change engine oil and filter.
1
1
Hot Climates only
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Inspect frequently, service as required
Replace cabin air filter.
Replace engine air filter.
5,000 mi (8,000 km) Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
1
Perform multi-point inspection.
1
Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change
Every oil change
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.
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Scheduled Maintenance
As required
Inspect vehicle every day prior to starting training
25 hours of training use
100 hours of training use
Annually
Note:
Follow base owner guide direction for 1,000-mile vehicle break-in prior to using vehicle for training purposes.
Note:
Incorporate vehicle cool-down after hard driving.
Note:
Perform Training / EVOC service according to the Extreme Usage Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
Note:
Use Police Interceptor part numbers for replacement parts.
Driver Training/EVOC
Replace engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Extreme Usage
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, calipers hoses, and service as required.
Inspect engine oil level.
Set tire pressure. Refer to driver door placard for cold tire pressure information.
Inspect tire quality for wear.
Set wheel lug nut torque. The cold wheel lug nut torque is 150 lb.ft (204 Nm). If wheels are torqued while they are hot (after 15 minutes of EVOC driving), torque may be checked to hot wheel lug nut torque of 70 lb.ft (95 Nm).
Proper functioning of safety devices (seat belts, no air bag lights, etc.)
Front differential/axle fluid.
Rear differential/axle fluid.
Change transmission and transfer case fluids.
Engine Idle Hour Meter
Your vehicle may have an idle meter to indicate how much time the vehicle has been sitting in park (P) or neutral (N). The meter is incorporated with the vehicle odometer. Depressing the odometer-reset button once displays the trip odometer
(miles [kilometers] following by a "T" for trip odometer); depressing the odometer-reset button a second time displays the idle meter (hours following by an "H" for hours). The idle meter only accumulates time while the vehicle is in park (P) or neutral (N). Displayed time is cumulative for the vehicle and cannot be reset to zero. Police vehicles often
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Scheduled Maintenance experience long periods of idling, during which engine oil continues to break down but distance is not accumulated on the odometer. Engine Idle Hours have been incorporated into the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Axle and Transfer Case maintenance :
The Transfer case, front and rear axles in your vehicle do not require an any normal scheduled maintenance. Vehicles are electrically monitored and notify the driver required service by displaying a message in the information display. The transfer case, front and rear axles are more likely to require a fluid change if the vehicle has experienced extended periods of extreme/severe duty cycle driving.
Changing or checking the transfer case, front and/or rear axle lubricant is not necessary unless the unit has been submerged in water, shows signs of leakage, a message indicating required service displays, or the vehicle has been used under special operating conditions such as Driver Training/EVOC. Contact your authorized dealer for service.
California fuel filter replacement : If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item does not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability before the completion of your vehicle's useful life. We however, urge you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot climate oil change intervals :
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil change interval is 5,000 mi (8,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change interval is
3,000 mi (4,800 km).
Engine air filter and cabin air filter replacement : The life of the engine air filter and cabin air filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
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Decommissioning the Vehicle
DECOMMISSIONING
REQUIREMENTS
We have implemented a decommissioning process of manufacturer-provided police features. It is the responsibility of the owner to complete the decommissioning of the vehicle in compliance with any state regulations prior to initial sale to the public sector.
Vehicle Sealing of Aftermarket
Equipment
When customized equipment has been removed from your vehicle, body panels and seals may be compromised.
Thoroughly inspect your vehicle for any signs where the equipment has been removed, for example holes and damage to body seals.
Any items that remain on your vehicle must be inspected and any sign of damage repaired immediately. Failure to follow this instruction may result in water and exhaust fumes entering the passenger compartment. See your authorized dealer for more information and direction regarding proper sealing procedures.
Dark Car
Authorized personnel must use a diagnostic scan tool to decommission the
Dark Car feature.
Integrated Computer Screen
Remove the audio video extender (AVX) box from the cargo area prior to initial sale to the public sector.
OBD-II Split Connector
Remove the OBD-II split connector cable prior to initial sale to the public sector.
Police Engine Idle
Authorized personnel must use a diagnostic scan tool to decommission the
Police Engine Idle feature.
Police Perimeter Alert
Authorized personnel must use a diagnostic scan tool to decommission the
Police Perimeter Alert feature.
Pre-Collision Assist Disable
Authorized personnel must use a diagnostic scan tool to decommission the
Pre-Collision Assist Disable feature.
Rear Camera On Demand
Authorized personnel must use a diagnostic scan tool to decommission the
Rear Camera on Demand feature.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover, on the side of the front or rear seatbacks, or in areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not fasten antenna cables to vehicle wiring, fuel pipes and brake pipes.
WARNING: Keep antenna and power cables at least 4 in (10 cm) from any electronic modules and airbags.
Car/SUV
Note:
We test and certify your vehicle to meet electromagnetic compatibility legislation. It is your responsibility to make sure that any equipment an authorized dealer installs on your vehicle complies with applicable local legislation and other requirements. Installation of some aftermarket electronic devices could degrade the performance of vehicle functions, which use radio frequency signals such as broadcast radio receiver, tire pressure monitoring system, push button start, Bluetooth connectivity or satellite navigation.
Note:
Any radio frequency transmitter equipment in your vehicle (such as cellular telephones and amateur radio transmitters) must keep to the parameters in the following illustrations and table. We do not provide any other special provisions or conditions for installations or use.
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Frequency Band
MHz
Maximum output power Watt (Peak
RMS)
1-30 50
50-54
68-88
142-176
380-512
806-870
50
50
50
50
10
Antenna Positions
1
2, 3
2, 3
2, 3
2, 3
2, 3
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END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER
LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA)
• You (“You” or “Your” as applicable) have acquired a vehicle having several devices, including SYNC ® and various control modules, ("DEVICES") that include software licensed or owned by
Ford Motor Company and its affiliates
("FORD MOTOR COMPANY"). Those software products of FORD MOTOR
COMPANY origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and "online" or electronic documentation
("SOFTWARE") are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All rights reserved.
• The SOFTWARE may interface with and/or communicate with, or may be later upgraded to interface with and/or communicate with additional software and/or systems provided by FORD
MOTOR COMPANY.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END
USER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA")
DO NOT USE THE DEVICES OR COPY
THE SOFTWARE. ANY USE OF THE
SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICES,
WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT
TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF
ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE: This
EULA grants you the following license:
• You may use the SOFTWARE as installed on the DEVICES and as otherwise interfacing with systems and/or services provide by or through
FORD MOTOR COMPANY or its third party software and service providers.
Description of Other Rights and
Limitations
• Speech Recognition: If the
SOFTWARE includes speech recognition component(s), you should understand that speech recognition is an inherently statistical process and that recognition errors are inherent in the process. Neither FORD MOTOR
COMPANY nor its suppliers shall be liable for any damages arising out of errors in the speech recognition process. It is your responsibility to monitor any speech recognition functions included in the system.
• Limitations on Reverse Engineering,
Decompilation and Disassembly:
You may not reverse engineer, decompile, translate, disassemble or attempt to discover any source code or underlying ideas or algorithms of the
SOFTWARE nor permit others to reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation or to the extent as may be permitted by the licensing terms governing use of any open source components included with the SOFTWARE.
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• Single EULA: The end user documentation for the DEVICES and related systems and services may contain multiple EULAs, such as multiple translations and/or multiple media versions (e.g., in the user documentation and in the software).
Even if you receive multiple EULAs, you are licensed to use only one (1) copy of the SOFTWARE.
• SOFTWARE Transfer: You may permanently transfer your rights under this EULA only as part of a sale or transfer of the DEVICES, provided you retain no copies, you transfer all of the
SOFTWARE (including all component parts, the media and printed materials, any upgrades, and, if applicable, the
Certificate(s) of Authenticity), and the recipient agrees to the terms of this
EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.
• Termination: Without prejudice to any other rights, FORD MOTOR COMPANY may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this EULA.
• Internet-Based Services
Components: The SOFTWARE may contain components that enable and facilitate the use of certain
Internet-based services. You acknowledge and agree that FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, third party software and service suppliers, its affiliates and/or its designated agent may automatically check the version of the SOFTWARE and/or its components that you are utilizing and may provide upgrades or supplements to the SOFTWARE that may be automatically downloaded to your
DEVICES.
• Additional Software/Services: The
SOFTWARE may permit FORD MOTOR
COMPANY, third party software and service suppliers, its affiliates and/or its designated agent to provide or make available to you SOFTWARE updates, supplements, add-on components, or
Internet-based services components of the SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the
SOFTWARE ("Supplemental
Components".) SOFTWARE updates may cause you to incur additional charges from your wireless service provider. If FORD MOTOR COMPANY or third party software and services suppliers provide or make available to you Supplemental Components and no other EULA terms are provided along with the Supplemental
Components, then the terms of this
EULA shall apply. FORD MOTOR
COMPANY, its affiliates and/or its designated agent reserve the right to discontinue without liability any
Internet-based services provided to you or made available to you through the use of the SOFTWARE.
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• Links to Third Party Sites: The
SOFTWARE may provide you with the ability to link to third party sites. The third party sites are not under the control of FORD MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates and/or its designated agent. Neither FORD MOTOR
COMPANY nor its affiliates nor its designated agent are responsible for
(I) the contents of any third party sites, any links contained in third party sites, or any changes or updates to third party sites, or (ii) webcasting or any other form of transmission received from any third party sites. If the
SOFTWARE provides links to third party sites, those links are provided to you only as a convenience, and the inclusion of any link does not imply an endorsement of the third party site by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates and/or its designated agent.
• Obligation to Drive Responsibly:
You recognize your obligation to drive responsibly and keep attention on the road. You will read and abide with the
DEVICES operating instructions particularly as they pertain to safety and you agree to assume any risk associated with the use of the
DEVICES.
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If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORD
MOTOR COMPANY separate from the
DEVICES on media such as a ROM chip,
CD ROM disk(s) or via web download or other means, and is labeled "For Upgrade
Purposes Only" or "For Recovery Purposes
Only" you may install one (1) copy of such
SOFTWARE onto the DEVICES as a replacement copy for the existing
SOFTWARE, and use it in accordance with this EULA, including any additional EULA terms accompanying the upgrade
SOFTWARE.
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All title and intellectual property rights in and to the SOFTWARE (including but not limited to any images, photographs, animations, video, audio, music, text and
"applets" incorporated into the
SOFTWARE), the accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the
SOFTWARE, are owned by FORD MOTOR
COMPANY, or its affiliates or suppliers. The
SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. You may not copy the printed materials accompanying the SOFTWARE. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the content which may be accessed through use of the SOFTWARE is the property of the respective content owner and may be protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual property laws and treaties. This EULA grants you no rights to use such content outside its intended use. All rights not specifically granted under this EULA are reserved by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third party software and service providers and suppliers. Use of any on-line services which may be accessed through the SOFTWARE may be governed by the respective terms of use relating to such services. If this SOFTWARE contains documentation that is provided only in electronic form, you may print one copy of such electronic documentation.
EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: You acknowledge that the SOFTWARE is subject to U.S. and European Union export jurisdiction. You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments.
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant you any rights in connection with any trademarks or service marks of FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third party software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer to
FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions provided in the documentation for the
DEVICES product support, such as the vehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD
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No Liability for Certain Damages:
EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,
AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY
REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEW
VEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow instructions:
• Before using your SYNC® system, read and follow all instructions and safety information provided in this end user manual ("Owner Guide".) Not following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident or other serious injuries.
General Operation
• Voice Command Control : Certain functions within the SYNC® system may be accomplished using voice commands. Using voice commands while driving helps you to operate the system without removing your hands from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen: Do not access any function requiring a prolonged view of the screen while you are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting to access a function of the system requiring prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting: Do not raise the volume excessively. Keep the volume at a level where you can still hear outside traffic and emergency signals while driving. Driving while unable to hear these sounds could cause an accident.
• Navigation Features: Any navigation features included in the system are intended to provide turn by turn instructions to get you to a desired destination. Please make certain all persons using this system carefully read and follow instructions and safety information fully.
• Distraction Hazard: Any navigation features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to perform such set-up or insert data while driving can distract your attention and could cause an accident or other serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail: Any navigation features are provided only as an aid. Make your driving decisions based on your observations of local conditions and existing traffic regulations. Any such feature is not a
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Any route suggestions made by this system should never replace any local traffic regulations or your personal judgment or knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Route Safety: Do not follow the route suggestions if doing so would result in an unsafe or illegal maneuver, if you would be placed in an unsafe situation, or if you would be directed into an area that you consider unsafe. The driver is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle and therefore, must evaluate whether it is safe to follow the suggested directions.
• Potential Map Inaccuracy: Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of changes in roads, traffic controls or driving conditions. Always use good judgment and common sense when following the suggested routes.
• Emergency Services: Do not rely on any navigation features included in the system to route you to emergency services. Ask local authorities or an emergency services operator for these locations. Not all emergency services such as police, fire stations, hospitals and clinics are likely to be contained in the map database for such navigation features.
Your Responsibilities and Assumptions of
Risk
• You agree to each of the following:(a)
Any use of the SOFTWARE while driving an automobile or other vehicle in violation of applicable law or otherwise driving in an unsafe manner presents a significant risk of distracted driving and should not be attempted under any circumstances;(b) Use of the SOFTWARE at excessive volume poses a significant risk of hearing damage and should not be attempted under any circumstances;(c) The
SOFTWARE may not be compatible with new or different versions of an operating system, third party software, or third party services, and the
SOFTWARE may potentially cause a critical failure of an operating system, third party software, or third party service.(d) Any third party service accessed by or third party software used with the SOFTWARE (I) may charge an additional fee for access, (ii) may not work correctly, on an uninterrupted basis, or error free, (iii) may change streaming formats or discontinue operation, (iv) may contain adult, profane or offensive content; and
(v) may contain inaccurate, false or misleading traffic, weather, financial or safety information or other content; and (e) Use of the SOFTWARE may cause you to incur additional charges from your wireless service provider
(WSP) and any data or minute calculators that may be included in the software program are for reference only, are not warranted in any way and should not be relied upon in anyway.
• When using the SOFTWARE, you agree to be responsible for and assume the entire risk to the items set forth in
Section (a) – (e) above.
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Disclaimer of Warranty
YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND
AGREE THAT USE OF THE DEVICES AND
SOFTWARE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK AND
THAT THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO
SATISFACTORY QUALITY,
PERFORMANCE, COMPATIBILITY,
ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS WITH YOU.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SOFTWARE
AND ANY THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES ARE PROVIDED
"AS IS" AND “AS AVAILABLE”, WITH ALL
FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF
ANY KIND, AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES
AND CONDITIONS WITH RESPECT TO
THE SOFTWARE, THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE, AND THIRD-PARTY
SERVICES, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
AND/OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY, OF SATISFACTORY
QUALITY, OF FITNESS FOR AN
ARTICULAR PURPOSE, OF ACCURACY,
OF QUIET ENJOYMENT, AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY
RIGHTS. FORD MOTOR COMPANY DOES
NOT WARRANT (a) AGAINST
INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT
OF THE SOFTWARE, THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE, OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICES,
(b) THAT THE SOFTWARE, THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE, OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, (c)
THAT THE OPERATION OF THE
SOFTWARE, THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE,
OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICES WILL BE
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE, (d)
OR THAT DEFECTS IN THE SOFTWARE,
THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE, OR
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES WILL BE
CORRECTED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN
INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OR ITS
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL
CREATE A WARRANTY. SHOULD THE
SOFTWARE, THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE,
OR THIRD-PARTY SERVICES PROVE
DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE ENTIRE
COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING,
REPAIR OR CORRECTION. SOME
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OR LIMITATIONS ON APPLICABLE
STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER,
SO THE ABOVE DISCLAIMER MAY NOT
FULLY APPLY TO YOU. THE SOLE
WARRANTY PROVIDED BY FORD MOTOR
COMPANY SHALL BE FOUND IN THE
WARRANTY INFORMATION INCLUDING
WITH YOUR OWNER GUIDE. TO THE
EXTENT THAT THERE IS ANY CONFLICT
BETWEEN THE TERMS OF THIS SECTION
AND THE WARRANTY BOOKLET, THE
WARRANTY BOOKLET SHALL CONTROL.
Applicable Law, Venue, Jurisdiction
• The laws of the State of Michigan govern this EULA and Your use of the
SOFTWARE. Your use of the
SOFTWARE may also be subject to other local, state, national, or international laws. Any litigation arising out of or related to this EULA shall be brought and maintained exclusively in a court of the State of Michigan located in Wayne County or in the
United States District Court for the
Eastern District of Michigan. You hereby consent to submit to the personal jurisdiction of a court in the State of
Michigan located in Wayne County and the United States District Court for the
Eastern District of Michigan for any dispute arising out of or relating to this
EULA.
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Binding Arbitration and Class Action
Waiver
(a) Application.
This Section applies to any dispute EXCEPT IT DOES NOT
INCLUDE A DISPUTE RELATING TO
COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT, OR TO THE
ENFORCEMENT OR VALIDITY OF YOUR,
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, OR ANY OF
FORD MOTOR COMPANY’S LICENSORS’
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS.
Dispute means any dispute, action, or other controversy between You and FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, other than the exceptions listed above, concerning the
SOFTWARE (including its price) or this
EULA, whether in contract, warranty, tort, statute, regulation, ordinance, or any other legal or equitable basis.
(b) Notice of Dispute.
In the event of a
Dispute, You or FORD MOTOR COMPANY must give the other a “Notice of Dispute”, which is a written statement of the name, address, and contact information of the party giving it, the facts giving rise to the dispute, and the relief requested. You and
FORD MOTOR COMPANY will attempt to resolve any dispute through informal negotiation within 60 days from the date the Notice of Dispute is sent. After 60 days,
You or FORD MOTOR COMPANY may commence arbitration.
(c) Small claims court.
You may also litigate any dispute in small claims court in your county of residence or FORD
MOTOR COMPANY’S principal place of business, if the dispute meets all requirements to be heard in the small claims court. You may litigate in small claims court whether or not You negotiated informally first.
(d) Binding arbitration.
If You and FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, do not resolve any dispute by informal negotiation or in small claims court, any other effort to resolve the dispute will be conducted exclusively by binding arbitration. You are giving up the right to litigate (or participate in as a party or class member) all disputes in court before a judge or jury. Instead, all disputes will be resolved before a neutral arbitrator, whose decision will be final except for a limited right of appeal under the Federal
Arbitration Act. Any court with jurisdiction over the parties may enforce the arbitrator’s award.
(e) Class action waiver.
Any proceedings to resolve or litigate any dispute in any forum will be conducted solely on an individual basis. Neither you nor FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, will seek to have any dispute heard as a class action, as a private attorney general action, or in any other proceeding in which any party acts or proposes to act in a representative capacity. No arbitration or proceeding will be combined with another without the prior written consent of all parties to all affected arbitrations or proceedings.
(f) Arbitration procedure.
Any arbitration will be conducted by the
American Arbitration Association (the
“AAA”), under its Commercial Arbitration
Rules. If You are an individual and use the
SOFTWARE for personal or vehicle use, or if the value of the dispute is $75,000 or less whether or not You are an individual or how You use the SOFTWARE, the AAA
Supplementary Procedures for
Consumer-Related Disputes will also apply. To commence arbitration, submit a
Commercial Arbitration Rules Demand for
Arbitration form to the AAA. You may request a telephonic or in-person hearing by following the AAA rules. In a dispute involving $10,000 or less, any hearing will be telephonic unless the arbitrator finds good cause to hold an in-person hearing instead. For more information, see adr.org
or call 1-800-778-7879. You agree to commence arbitration only in your county of residence or FORD MOTOR COMPANY’S principal place of business. The arbitrator
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(g) Arbitration fees and incentives.
• I. Disputes involving $75,000 or less.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY will promptly reimburse your filing fees and pay the AAA’s and arbitrator’s fees and expenses. If you reject FORD MOTOR
COMPANY’S last written settlement offer made before the arbitrator was appointed (“last written offer”), your dispute goes all the way to an arbitrator’s decision (called an
“award”), and the arbitrator awards you more than the last written offer,
FORD MOTOR COMPANY will give you three incentives: (1) pay the greater of the award or $1,000; (2) pay twice your reasonable attorney’s fees, if any; and
(3) reimburse any expenses (including expert witness fees and costs) that your attorney reasonably accrues for investigating, preparing, and pursuing your claim in arbitration. The arbitrator will determine the amounts.
• ii. Disputes involving more than
$75,000. The AAA rules will govern payment of filing fees and the AAA’s and arbitrator’s fees and expenses.
• iii. Disputes involving any amount. In any arbitration you commence, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY will seek its AAA or arbitrator’s fees and expenses, or
Your filing fees it reimbursed, only if the arbitrator finds the arbitration frivolous or brought for an improper purpose. In any arbitration FORD MOTOR
COMPANY commences, it will pay all filing, AAA, and arbitrator’s fees and expenses. It will not seek its attorney’s fees or expenses from you in any arbitration. Fees and expenses are not counted in determining how much a dispute involves.
(h) Claims or disputes must be filed within one year.
To the extent permitted by law, any claim or dispute under this
EULA to which this Section applies must be filed within one year in small claims court (Section c) or in arbitration (Section d). The one-year period begins when the claim or dispute first could be filed. If such a claim or dispute is not filed within one year, it is permanently barred.
(I) Severability.
If the class action waiver
(Section e) is found to be illegal or unenforceable as to all or some parts of a dispute, then that portion of Section e will not apply to those parts. Instead, those parts will be severed and proceed in a court of law, with the remaining parts proceeding in arbitration. If any other provision of that portion Section e is found to be illegal or unenforceable, that provision will be severed with the remainder of Section e remaining in full force and effect.
Telenav Software End User License
Agreement
Please read these terms and conditions carefully before you use the TeleNav
Software. Your use of the TeleNav
Software indicates that you accept these terms and conditions. If you do not accept these terms and conditions, do not break the seal of the package, launch, or otherwise use the TeleNav Software.
TeleNav may revise this Agreement and the privacy policy at any time, with or without notice to you. You agree to visit http://www.telenav.com from time to time to review the then current version of this
Agreement and of the privacy policy.
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1. Safe and Lawful Use
You acknowledge that devoting attention to the TeleNav Software may pose a risk of injury or death to you and others in situations that otherwise require your undivided attention, and you therefore agree to comply with the following when using the TeleNav Software:
(a) observe all traffic laws and otherwise drive safely;
(b) use your own personal judgment while driving. If you feel that a route suggested by the TeleNav Software instructs you to perform an unsafe or illegal maneuver, places you in an unsafe situation, or directs you into an area that you consider to be unsafe, do not follow such instructions;
(c) do not input destinations, or otherwise manipulate the TeleNav Software, unless your vehicle is stationary and parked;
(d) do not use the TeleNav Software for any illegal, unauthorized, unintended, unsafe, hazardous, or unlawful purposes, or in any manner inconsistent with this
Agreement;
(e) arrange all GPS and wireless devices and cables necessary for use of the
TeleNav Software in a secure manner in your vehicle so that they will not interfere with your driving and will not prevent the operation of any safety device (such as an airbag).
You agree to indemnify and hold TeleNav harmless against all claims resulting from any dangerous or otherwise inappropriate use of the TeleNav Software in any moving vehicle, including as a result of your failure to comply with the directions above.
2. Account Information
You agree: (a) when registering the
TeleNav Software, to provide TeleNav with true, accurate, current, and complete information about yourself, and (b) to inform TeleNav promptly of any changes to such information, and to keep it true, accurate, current and complete.
3. Software License
• Subject to your compliance with the terms of this Agreement, TeleNav hereby grants to you a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license
(except as expressly permitted below in connection with your permanent transfer of the TeleNav Software license), without the right to sublicense, to use the TeleNav
Software (in object code form only) in order to access and use the TeleNav
Software. This license shall terminate upon any termination or expiration of this Agreement. You agree that you will use the TeleNav Software only for your personal business or leisure purposes, and not to provide commercial navigation services to other parties.
3.1 License Limitations
• (a) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, translate, modify, alter or otherwise change the TeleNav
Software or any part thereof; (b) attempt to derive the source code, audio library or structure of the
TeleNav Software without the prior express written consent of TeleNav;
(c) remove from the TeleNav
Software, or alter, any of TeleNav's or its suppliers' trademarks, trade names, logos, patent or copyright notices, or other notices or markings; (d)
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Software; or (e) use the TeleNav
Software in any manner that
I. infringes the intellectual property or proprietary rights, rights of publicity or privacy or other rights of any party, ii. violates any law, statute, ordinance or regulation, including but not limited to laws and regulations related to spamming, privacy, consumer and child protection, obscenity or defamation, or iii. is harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, tortuous, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, libelous, or otherwise objectionable; and (f) lease, rent out, or otherwise permit unauthorized access by third parties to the TeleNav Software without advanced written permission of
TeleNav.
4. Disclaimers
• To the fullest extent permissible pursuant to applicable law, in no event will TeleNav, its licensors and suppliers, or agents or employees of any of the foregoing, be liable for any decision made or action taken by you or anyone else in reliance on the information provided by the TeleNav Software.
TeleNav also does not warrant the accuracy of the map or other data used for the TeleNav Software. Such data may not always reflect reality due to, among other things, road closures, construction, weather, new roads and other changing conditions. You are responsible for the entire risk arising out of your use of the TeleNav
Software. For example but without limitation, you agree not to rely on the
TeleNav Software for critical navigation in areas where the well-being or survival of you or others is dependent on the accuracy of navigation, as the maps or functionality of the TeleNav Software are not intended to support such high risk applications, especially in more remote geographical areas.
• TELENAV EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS
AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES IN
CONNECTION WITH THE TELENAV
SOFTWARE, WHETHER STATUTORY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL
WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE
FROM COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM
OR TRADE AND INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT
OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS WITH
RESPECT TO THE TELENAV
SOFTWARE.
• Certain jurisdictions do not permit the disclaimer of certain warranties, so this limitation may not apply to you.
5. Limitation of Liability
• TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER
APPLICABLE LAW, UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL TELENAV
OR ITS LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS
BE LIABLE TO YOU OR TO ANY THIRD
PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES
(INCLUDING IN EACH CASE, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR THE
INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT
OR ACCESS DATA, LOSS OF DATA,
LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION
OR THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE
TELENAV SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
TELENAV HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
NOTWITHSTANDING ANY DAMAGES
THAT YOU MIGHT INCUR FOR ANY
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REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAMAGES
REFERENCED HEREIN AND ALL
DIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES IN
CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE), THE
ENTIRE LIABILITY OF TELENAV AND
OF ALL OF TELENAV'S SUPPLIERS
SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT
ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE
TELENAV SOFTWARE. SOME STATES
AND/OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
6. Arbitration and Governing Law
• You agree that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the TeleNav
Software shall be settled by independent arbitration involving a neutral arbitrator and administered by the American Arbitration Association in the County of Santa Clara, California.
The arbitrator shall apply the
Commercial Arbitration Rules of the
American Arbitration Association, and the judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered by any court having jurisdiction. Note that there is no judge or jury in an arbitration proceeding and the decision of the arbitrator shall be binding upon both parties. You expressly agree to waive your right to a jury trial. This Agreement and performance hereunder will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without giving effect to its conflict of law provisions. To the extent judicial action is necessary in connection with the binding arbitration, both TeleNav and you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the County of Santa Clara,
California. The United Nations
Convention on Contracts for the
International Sale of Goods shall not apply.
7. Assignment
• You may not resell, assign, or transfer this Agreement or any of your rights or obligations, except in totality, in connection with your permanent transfer of the TeleNav Software, and expressly conditioned upon the new user of the TeleNav Software agreeing to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Any such sale, assignment or transfer that is not expressly permitted under this paragraph will result in immediate termination of this Agreement, without liability to TeleNav, in which case you and all other parties shall immediately cease all use of the TeleNav Software.
Notwithstanding the foregoing,
TeleNav may assign this Agreement to any other party at any time without notice, provided the assignee remains bound by this Agreement.
8. Miscellaneous
8.1
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between TeleNav and you with respect to the subject matter hereof.
8.2
Except for the limited licenses expressly granted in this Agreement, TeleNav retains all right, title and interest in and to the
TeleNav Software, including without limitation all related intellectual property rights. No licenses or other rights which are not expressly granted in this Agreement are intended to, or shall be, granted or
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TeleNav and its suppliers and licensors hereby reserve all of their respective rights other than the licenses explicitly granted in this Agreement.
8.3
By using the TeleNav Software, you consent to receive from TeleNav all communications, including notices, agreements, legally required disclosures or other information in connection with the
TeleNav Software (collectively, "Notices") electronically. TeleNav may provide such
Notices by posting them on TeleNav's
Website or by downloading such Notices to your wireless device. If you desire to withdraw your consent to receive Notices electronically, you must discontinue your use of the TeleNav Software.
8.4
TeleNav's or your failure to require performance of any provision shall not affect that party's right to require performance at any time thereafter, nor shall a waiver of any breach or default of this Agreement constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach or default or a waiver of the provision itself.
8.5
If any provision herein is held unenforceable, then such provision will be modified to reflect the intention of the parties, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect.
8.6
The headings in this Agreement are for convenience of reference only, will not be deemed to be a part of this Agreement, and will not be referred to in connection with the construction or interpretation of this Agreement. As used in this Agreement, the words "include" and "including" and variations thereof, will not be deemed to be terms of limitation, but rather will be deemed to be followed by the words
"without limitation".
9. Other Vendors Terms and Conditions
• The Telenav Software utilizes map and other data licensed to Telenav by third party vendors for the benefit of you and other end users. This Agreement includes end-user terms applicable to these companies (included at the end of this Agreement), and thus your use of the Telenav Software is also subject to such terms. You agree to comply with the following additional terms and conditions, which are applicable to
Telenav’s third party vendor licensors::
9.1 End User Terms Required by HERE
North America, LLC
The data (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Telenav (“Telenav”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand.
© 2013 HERE. All rights reserved.
The Data for areas of Canada includes information taken with permission from
Canadian authorities, including: © Her
Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, ©
Queen's Printer for Ontario, © Canada Post
Corporation, GeoBase®, © Department of
Natural Resources Canada.
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HERE holds a non-exclusive license from the United States Postal Service® to publish and sell ZIP+4® information.
©United States Postal Service® 2014.
Prices are not established, controlled or approved by the United States Postal
Service®. The following trademarks and registrations are owned by the USPS:
United States Postal Service, USPS, and
ZIP+4
The Data for Mexico includes certain data from Instituto Nacional de Estadística y
Geografía.
9.2 End User Terms Required by NAV2
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd
The data (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and NAV2 (Shanghai) Co.,
Ltd (“NAV2”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand. 20xx. All rights reserved
Terms and Conditions
Permitted Use.
You agree to use this Data together with the Telenav Software solely for the internal business and personal purposes for which you were licensed, and not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes. Accordingly, but subject to the restrictions set forth in the following paragraphs, you agree not to otherwise reproduce, copy, modify, decompile, disassemble, create any derivative works of, or reverse engineer any portion of this Data, and may not transfer or distribute it in any form, for any purpose, except to the extent permitted by mandatory laws.
Restrictions.
Except where you have been specifically licensed to do so by Telenav, and without limiting the preceding paragraph, you may not use this Data (a) with any products, systems, or applications installed or otherwise connected to or in communication with vehicles, capable of vehicle navigation, positioning, dispatch, real time route guidance, fleet management or similar applications; or (b) with or in communication with any positioning devices or any mobile or wireless-connected electronic or computer devices, including without limitation cellular phones, palmtop and handheld computers, pagers, and personal digital assistants or PDAs.
Warning.
The Data may contain inaccurate or incomplete information due to the passage of time, changing circumstances, sources used and the nature of collecting comprehensive geographic data, any of which may lead to incorrect results.
No Warranty.
This Data is provided to you
“as is,” and you agree to use it at your own risk. Telenav and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, including but not limited to, content, quality, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, usefulness, use or results to be obtained from this
Data, or that the Data or server will be uninterrupted or error-free.
Disclaimer of Warranty: TELENAV AND
ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR
LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) DISCLAIM
ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
OF QUALITY, PERFORMANCE,
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
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PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
NON-INFRINGEMENT. Some States,
Territories and Countries do not allow certain warranty exclusions, so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Disclaimer of Liability: TELENAV AND
ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR
LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE TO YOU: IN RESPECT OF ANY
CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION,
IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE
CAUSE OF THE CLAIM, DEMAND OR
ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOSS, INJURY OR
DAMAGES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, WHICH
MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR
POSSESSION OF THE INFORMATION; OR
FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE,
CONTRACTS OR SAVINGS, OR ANY
OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR
INABILITY TO USE THIS INFORMATION,
ANY DEFECT IN THE INFORMATION, OR
THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR
CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION
IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A
WARRANTY, EVEN IF TELENAV OR ITS
LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some
States, Territories and Countries do not allow certain liability exclusions or damages limitations, so to that extent the above may not apply to you.
Export Control.
You shall not export from anywhere any part of the Data or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under, applicable export laws, rules and regulations, including but not limited to the laws, rules and regulations administered by the Office of Foreign
Assets Control of the U.S. Department of
Commerce and the Bureau of Industry and
Security of the U.S. Department of
Commerce. To the extent that any such export laws, rules or regulations prohibit
HERE from complying with any of its obligations hereunder to deliver or distribute Data, such failure shall be excused and shall not constitute a breach of this Agreement.
Entire Agreement.
These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between Telenav (and its licensors, including their licensors and suppliers) and you pertaining to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes in their entirety any and all written or oral agreements previously existing between us with respect to such subject matter.
Governing Law.
The above terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of the State of Illinois [insert “Netherlands” where European HERE Data is used], without giving effect to (i) its conflict of laws provisions, or (ii) the United Nations
Convention for Contracts for the
International Sale of Goods, which is explicitly excluded. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the State of Illinois
[insert “The Netherlands” where European
HERE Data is used] for any and all disputes, claims and actions arising from or in connection with the Data provided to you hereunder.
Government End Users.
If the Data is being acquired by or on behalf of the
United States government or any other entity seeking or applying rights similar to those customarily claimed by the United
States government, this Data is a
“commercial item” as that term is defined at 48 C.F.R. (“FAR”) 2.101, is licensed in accordance with these End-User Terms, and each copy of Data delivered or otherwise furnished shall be marked and embedded as appropriate with the following “Notice of Use,” and shall be treated in accordance with such Notice:
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NOTICE OF USE
CONTRACTOR (MANUFACTURER/
SUPPLIER) NAME: HERE
CONTRACTOR (MANUFACTURER/
SUPPLIER) ADDRESS: c/o Nokia, 425
West Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois
60606
This Data is a commercial item as defined in FAR 2.101 and is subject to these End-User Terms under which this
Data was provided.
© 1987 – 2014 HERE – All rights reserved.
If the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, or any federal official refuses to use the legend provided herein, the Contracting Officer, federal government agency, or any federal official must notify HERE prior to seeking additional or alternative rights in the Data.
I. US/Canada Territory
A. United States Data. The End-User
Terms for any Application containing
Data for the United States shall contain the following notices:
“HERE holds a non-exclusive license from the United States Postal
Service® to publish and sell ZIP+4® information.”
“©United States Postal Service®
20XX. Prices are not established, controlled or approved by the United
States Postal Service®. The following trademarks and registrations are owned by the USPS: United States
Postal Service, USPS, and ZIP+4.”
B. Canada Data. The following provisions apply to the Data for Canada, which may include or reflect data from third party licensors (“Third Party
Data”), including Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada (“Her Majesty”),
Canada Post Corporation (“Canada
Post”) and the Department of Natural
Resources of Canada (“NRCan”):
1. Disclaimer and Limitation: Client agrees that its use of the Third Party
Data is subject to the following provisions: a. Disclaimer: The Third Party Data is licensed on an “as is” basis. The licensors of such data, including Her
Majesty, Canada Post and NRCan, make no guarantees, representations or warranties respecting such data, either express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, including but not limited to, effectiveness, completeness, accuracy or fitness for a particular purpose.
b. Limitation on Liability: The Third
Party Data licensors, including Her
Majesty, Canada Post and NRCan, shall not be liable: (i) in respect of any claim, demand or action, irrespective of the nature of the cause of the claim, demand or action alleging any loss, injury or damages, direct or indirect, which may result from the use or possession of such
Data; or (ii) in any way for loss of revenues or contracts, or any other consequential loss of any kind resulting from any defect in the
Data.
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2. Copyright Notice: In connection with each copy of all or any portion of the
Data for the Territory of Canada, Client shall affix in a conspicuous manner the following copyright notice on at least one of: (i) the label for the storage media of the copy; (ii) the packaging for the copy; or (iii) other materials packaged with the copy, such as user manuals or end user license agreements: “This data includes information taken with permission from Canadian authorities, including © Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, ©
Queen's Printer for Ontario, © Canada
Post Corporation, GeoBase®, © The
Department of Natural Resources
Canada. All rights reserved.”
3. End-User Terms: Except as otherwise agreed by the parties, in connection with the provision of any portion of the Data for the Territory of Canada to End-Users as may be authorized under the Agreement, Client shall provide such End-Users, in a reasonably conspicuous manner, with terms
(set forth with other end user terms required to be provided under the
Agreement, or as otherwise may be provided, by Client) which shall include the following provisions on behalf of the Third Party Data licensors, including Her Majesty, Canada Post and NRCan:
The Data may include or reflect data of licensors, including Her
Majesty the Queen in the Right of
Canada (“Her Majesty”), Canada
Post Corporation (“Canada Post”) and the Department of Natural
Resources Canada (“NRCan”). Such data is licensed on an “as is” basis.
The licensors, including Her Majesty,
Canada Post and NRCan, make no guarantees, representations or warranties respecting such data,
Appendices either express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, including but not limited to, effectiveness, completeness, accuracy or fitness for a particular purpose. The licensors, including Her Majesty, Canada Post and NRCan, shall not be liable in respect of any claim, demand or action, irrespective of the nature of the cause of the claim, demand or action alleging any loss, injury or damages, direct or indirect, which may result from the use or possession of the data or the Data. The licensors, including Her Majesty,
Canada Post and NRCan, shall not be liable in any way for loss of revenues or contracts, or any other consequential loss of any kind resulting from any defect in the data or the Data.
End User shall indemnify and save harmless the licensors, including Her
Majesty, Canada Post and NRCan, and their officers, employees and agents from and against any claim, demand or action, irrespective of the nature of the cause of the claim, demand or action, alleging loss, costs, expenses, damages or injuries
(including injuries resulting in death) arising out of the use or possession of the data or the Data.
4. Additional Provisions: The terms contained in this Section are in addition to all of the rights and obligations of the parties under the Agreement.
To the extent that any of the provisions of this Section are inconsistent with, or conflict with, any other provisions of the Agreement, the provisions of this Section shall prevail.
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II. Mexico. The following provision applies to the Data for Mexico, which includes certain data from the Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía (“INEGI”):
A. Any and all copies of the Data and/or packaging containing Data for Mexico shall contain the following notice:
“Fuente: INEGI (Instituto Nacional de
Estadística y Geografía)”
III. Latin America Territory
A. Third Party Notices. Any and all copies of the Data and/or packaging relating thereto shall include the respective Third
Party Notices set forth below and used as described below corresponding to the Territory (or portion thereof) included in such copy:
Territory
Argentina
Ecuador
Notice
IGN “INSTITUTO
GEOGRAFICO NACIONAL
ARGENTINO”
“INSTITUTO GEOGRAFICO
MILITAR DEL ECUADOR
AUTORIZACION N° IGM-
2011-01- PCO-01 DEL 25 DE
ENERO DE 2011”
“source: © IGN 2009 - BD
TOPO ®”
Guadeloupe,
French
Guiana and
Martinique
Mexico
“Fuente: INEGI (Instituto
Nacional de Estadística y
Geografía)”
IV. Middle East Territory
Appendices
A. Third Party Notices. Any and all copies of the Data and/or packaging relating thereto shall include the respective Third
Party Notices set forth below and used as described below corresponding to the Territory (or portion thereof) included in such copy:
Country
Jordan
Notice
“© Royal Jordanian
Geographic Centre”. The foregoing notice requirement for Jordan Data is a material term of the Agreement. If
Client or any of its permitted sublicensees (if any) fail to meet such requirement,
HERE shall have the right to terminate Client’s license with respect to the Jordan
Data.
B. Jordan Data. Client and its permitted sublicensees (if any) are restricted from licensing and/or otherwise distributing
HERE’s database for the country of
Jordan (“Jordan Data”) for use in Enterprise Applications to (i) non-Jordanian entities for use of the Jordan Data solely in Jordan or (ii) Jordan-based customers.
In addition, Client, its permitted sublicensees (if any) and End-Users are restricted from using the Jordan Data in
Enterprise Applications if such party is
(i) a non-Jordanian entity using the
Jordan Data solely in Jordan or (ii) a
Jordan-based customer. For purposes of the foregoing, “Enterprise Applications” shall mean Geomarketing applications, GIS applications, mobile business asset management applications, call center applications, telematics applications, public organization Internet applications or for providing geocoding services.
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V. Europe Territory
A. Use of Certain Traffic Codes in Europe
1. General Restrictions Applicable to
Traffic Codes. Client acknowledges and agrees that in certain countries of the Europe Territory, Client will need to obtain rights directly from third party RDS-TMC code providers to receive and use the Traffic Codes in the Data and to deliver to End-Users
Transactions in any way derived from or based on such Traffic Codes. For such countries, HERE shall deliver the
Data incorporating Traffic Codes to
Client only after receiving certification from Client of its having obtained such rights.
2. Display of Third Party Rights
Legends for Belgium. Client shall, for each Transaction that uses Traffic
Codes for Belgium, provide the following notice to the End-User:
“Traffic Codes for Belgium are provided by the Ministerie van de
Vlaamse Gemeenschap and the
Ministèrie de l’Equipement et des
Transports.”
B. Paper Maps. With respect to any license granted to Client relating to making, selling or distributing paper maps (i.e., a map fixed on a paper or paper-like medium): (a) such license with respect to Data for the Territory of
Great Britain is conditioned on Client’s entering into and complying with a separate written agreement with the
Ordnance Survey (“OS”) to create and sell paper maps, Client’s paying to the
OS any and all applicable paper map royalties, and Client’s complying with the OS copyright notice requirements;
(b) such license for selling or otherwise distributing for charge with respect to
Data for the Territory of Czech Republic
356 is conditioned on Client’s obtaining prior written consent from Kartografie a.s.;
(c) such license for selling or distributing with respect to Data for the Territory of
Switzerland is conditioned on Client’s obtaining a permit from Bundesamt für
Landestopografie of Switzerland; (d)
Client is restricted from using Data for the Territory of France to create paper maps with a scale between 1:5,000 and
1:250,000; and (e) Client is restricted from using any Data to create, sell or distribute paper maps that are the same or substantially similar, in terms of data content and specific use of color, symbols and scale, to paper maps published by the European national mapping agencies, including without limitation, Landervermessungämter of
Germany, Topografische Dienst of the
Netherlands, Nationaal Geografisch
Instituut of Belgium, Bundesamt für
Landestopografie of Switzerland,
Bundesamt für Eich-und Vermessungswesen of Austria, and the National
Land Survey of Sweden.
C. OS Enforcement. Without limiting
Section IV(B) above, with respect to
Data for the Territory of Great Britain,
Client acknowledges and agrees that the Ordnance Survey (“OS”) may bring a direct action against Client to enforce compliance with the OS copyright notice
(see Section IV(D) below) and paper map requirements (see Section IV(B) above) contained in this Agreement.
D. Third Party Notices. Any and all copies of the Data and/or packaging relating thereto shall include the respective Third
Party Notices set forth below and used as described below corresponding to the Territory (or portion thereof) included in such copy:
Country(ies) Notice
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Austria “© Bundesamt für Eichund Vermessungswesen”
Croatia
Cyprus,
Estonia,
Latvia,
Lithuania,
Moldova,
Poland,
Slovenia and/or
Ukraine
France
Germany
Great Britain “Contains Ordnance
Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2010 Contains Royal
Mail data © Royal Mail copyright and database right 2010”
Greece
“Die Grundlagendaten wurden mit Genehmigung der zuständigen Behörden entnommen”
Hungary
“Copyright Geomatics
Ltd.”
“Copyright © 2003; Top-
Map Ltd.”
Italy
“© EuroGeographics”
“source: © IGN 2009 – BD
TOPO ®”
Norway
Portugal
“La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta usando quale riferimento anche cartografia numerica ed al tratto prodotta e fornita dalla Regione Toscana.”
“Copyright © 2000;
Norwegian Mapping
Authority”
“Source: IgeoE – Portugal”
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
“Información geográfica propiedad del CNIG”
“Based upon electronic data © National Land
Survey Sweden.”
“Topografische
Grundlage: © Bundesamt für Landestopographie.
E. Respective Country Distribution. Client acknowledges that HERE has not received approvals to distribute map data for the following countries in such respective countries: Albania, Belarus,
Kyrgyzstan, Moldova and Uzbekistan.
HERE may update such list from time to time. The license rights granted to Client under this TL with respect to the Data for such countries are contingent upon
Client’s compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including, without limitation, any required licenses or approvals to distribute the Application incorporating such Data in such respective countries.
VI. Australia Territory
A. Third Party Notices. Any and all copies of the Data and/or packaging relating thereto shall include the respective Third
Party Notices set forth below and used as described below corresponding to the Territory (or portion thereof) included in such copy:
Copyright. Based on data provided under license from PSMA Australia
Limited (www.psma.com.au).
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Product incorporates data which is ©
20XX Telstra Corporation Limited, GM
Holden Limited, Intelematics Australia
Pty Ltd and Continental Pty Ltd.
B. Third Party Notices for Australia. In addition to the foregoing, the End-User
Terms for any Application containing
RDS-TMC Traffic Codes for Australia shall contain the following notice:
“Product incorporates traffic location codes which is © 20XX Telstra Corporation Limited and its licensors.”
AT&T Vehicle Network Carrier
Telematics Disclosure
END USER FOR PURPOSES OF THIS
SECTION MEANS YOU AND YOUR HEIRS,
EXECUTORS, LEGAL PERSONAL
REPRESENTATITVES AND PERMITED
ASSIGNS. FOR PURPOSES OF THIS
SECTION “UNDERLYING WIRELESS
SERVICE CARRIER” INCLUDES ITS
AFFILIATES AND CONTRACTORS AND
THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS,
DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, SUCCESSORS
AND ASSIGNS. END USER HAS NO
CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP WITH
THE UNDERLYING WIRELESS SERVICE
CARRIER AND END USER IS NOT A THIRD
PARTY BENEFICIARY OF ANY
AGREEMENT BETWEEN FORD AND
UNDERLYING CARRIER. END USER
UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES THAT THE
UNDERLYING CARRIER HAS NO LEGAL,
EQUITABLE, OR OTHER LIABILITY OF ANY
KIND TO END USER. IN ANY EVENT,
REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE
ACTION, WHETHER FOR BREACH OF
CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE,
STRICT LIABILITY IN TORT OR
OTHERWISE, END USER'S EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR CLAIMS ARISING IN ANY
WAY IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
AGREEMENT, FOR ANY CAUSE
WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY FAILURE OR
DISRUPTION OF SERVICE PROVIDED
HEREUNDER, IS LIMITED TO PAYMENT
OF DAMAGES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY END USER
FOR THE SERVICES DURING THE
TWO-MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE
DATE THE CLAIM AROSE.
(ii) END USER AGREES TO INDEMNIFY
AND HOLD HARMLESS THE UNDERLYING
WIRELESS SERVICE CARRIER AND ITS
OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS
AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
CLAIMS FOR LIBEL, SLANDER, OR ANY
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH, ARISING IN ANY WAY,
DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT
OR THE USE, FAILURE TO USE, OR
INABILITY TO USE THE DEVICE EXCEPT
WHERE THE CLAIMS RESULT FROM THE
UNDERLYING CARRIER’S GROSS
NEGLIGENCE OR WILLFUL MISCONDUCT.
THIS INDEMNITY WILL SURVIVE THE
TERMINATION OF THE AGREEMENT.
(iii) END USER HAS NO PROPERTY RIGHT
IN ANY NUMBER ASSIGNED TO THE
DEVICE.
(iv) END USER UNDERSTANDS THAT
FORD AND THE UNDERLYING CARRIER
CANNOT GUARANTY THE SECURITY OF
WIRELESS TRANSMISSIONS, AND WILL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LACK OF
SECURITY RELATING TO THE USE OF THE
SERVICES
THE SERVICE IS FOR [END USER’S] USE
ONLY AND END USER MAY NOT RESELL
THE SERVICE TO ANY OTHER PARTY END
USER UNDERSTANDS THAT THE
UNDERLYING CARRIER DOES NOT
GUARANTEE ANY END USER
UNINTERRUPTED SERVICE OR
COVERAGE. THE UNDERLYING CARRIER
DOES NOT WARRANT THAT END USERS
CAN OR WILL BE LOCATED USING THE
SERVICE. THE UNDERLYING CARRIER
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MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
SUITABILITY, OR PERFORMANCE
REGARDING ANY SERVICES OR GOODS,
AND IN NO EVENT SHALL AT&T BE
LIABLE, WHETHER OR NOT DUE TO ITS
OWN NEGLIGENCE, FOR ANY: (A) ACT OR
OMISSION OF A THIRD PARTY; (B)
MISTAKES, OMISSIONS, INTERRUPTIONS,
ERRORS, FAILURES TO TRANSMIT,
DELAYS, OR DEFECTS IN THE SERVICE
PROVIDED BY OR THROUGH THE
UNDERLYING CARRIER; (C) DAMAGE OR
INJURY CAUSED BY SUSPENSION OR
TERMINATION BY THE UNDERLYING
CARRIER; OR (D) DAMAGE OR INJURY
CAUSED BY A FAILURE OR DELAY IN
CONNECTING A CALL TO ANY ENTITY,
INCLUDING 911 OR ANY OTHER
EMERGENCY SERVICE. TO THE FULL
EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THE END
USER RELEASES, INDEMNIFIES AND
HOLDS THE UNDERLYING CARRIER
HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY
AND ALL CLAIMS OF ANY PERSON OR
ENTITY FOR DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE
ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM OR RELATING
TO, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, SERVICES
PROVIDED BY THE UNDERLYING CARRIER
OR ANY PERSON’S USE THEREOF,
INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING IN WHOLE
OR IN PART FROM THE ALLEGED
NEGLIGENCE OF THE UNDERLYING
CARRIER.
VII. China Territory
Personal Use Only
You agree to use this Data together with
[insert name of Client Application] for the solely personal, non-commercial purposes for which you were licensed, and not for service bureau, time-sharing or other similar purposes. Accordingly, but subject to the restrictions set forth in the following paragraphs, you may copy this Data only as necessary for your personal use to (i) view it, and (ii) save it, provided that you do not remove any copyright notices that appear and do not modify the Data in any way. You agree not to otherwise reproduce, copy, modify, decompile, disassemble or reverse engineer any portion of this Data, and may not transfer or distribute it in any form, for any purpose, except to the extent permitted by mandatory laws.
Restrictions
Except where you have been specifically licensed to do so by NAV2 , and without limiting the preceding paragraph, you may not (a) use this Data with any products, systems, or applications installed or otherwise connected to or in communication with vehicles, capable of vehicle navigation, positioning, dispatch, real time route guidance, fleet management or similar applications; or (b) with or in communication with any positioning devices or any mobile or wireless-connected electronic or computer devices, including without limitation cellular phones, palmtop and handheld computers, pagers, and personal digital assistants or PDAs. You agree to cease using this Data if you fail to comply with these terms and conditions.
Limited Warranty
NAV2 warrants that (a) the Data will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying written materials for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of receipt, and (b) any support services provided by NAV2 shall be substantially as described in applicable written materials provided to you by NAV2, and NAV2’s support engineers will make commercially reasonable efforts to solve any problem issues.
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rigCustomer Remedies
NAV2 and its suppliers’ entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at NAV2’s sole discretion, either (a) return of the price paid, if any, or (b) repair or replacement of the Data that do not meet NAV2’s Limited
Warranty and that are returned to NAV2 with a copy of your receipt. This Limited
Warranty is void if failure of the Data has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Data will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer. Neither these remedies nor any product support services offered by NAV2 are available without proof of purchase from an authorized international source.
No Other Warranty:
EXCEPT FOR THE LMITED WARRANTY
SET FORTH ABOVE AND TO THE EXTENT
PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NAV2
AND ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR
LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) DISCLAIM
ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
OF QUALITY, PERFORMANCE,
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OWNERSHIP OR
NON-INFRINGEMENT. Certain warranty exclusions may not be permitted under applicable law, so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Limited Liability:
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, NAV2 AND ITS
LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR
LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE TO YOU: IN RESPECT OF ANY
CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION,
IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE
CAUSE OF THE CLAIM, DEMAND OR
ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOSS, INJURY OR
DAMAGES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, WHICH
MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR
POSSESSION OF THE INFORMATION; OR
FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE,
CONTRACTS OR SAVINGS, OR ANY
OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR
INABILITY TO USE THIS INFORMATION,
ANY DEFECT IN THE INFROMATION, OR
THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR
CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION
IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A
WARRANTY, EVEN IF NAV2 OR ITS
LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. UNDER
NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL NAV2’s OR
ITS SUPPLIERS’ LIABILITY HEREUNDER
EXCEED THE PRICE PAID. Certain liability exclusions may not be permitted under applicable law, so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Export Control
You agree not to export to anywhere any part of the Data provided to you or any direct product thereof except in compliance with, and with all licenses and approvals required under, applicable export laws, rules and regulations.
IP Protection
The Data are owned by NAV2 or its suppliers and are protected by applicable copyright and other intellectual property law and treaties. The Data are provided solely on the basis of a license to use, not sale.
Entire Agreement
These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between NAV2(and its licensors, including their licensors and suppliers) and you pertaining to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes in their entirety any and all written or oral agreements previously existing between us with respect to such subject matter.
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Governing Law.
The above terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of the People’s
Republic of China, without giving effect to
(i) its conflict of laws provisions, or (ii) the
United Nations Convention for Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, which is explicitly excluded. Any dispute arising from or in connection with the Data provided to you hereunder shall be submitted to the Shanghai International
Economic and Trade Arbitration
Commission for arbitration.
Gracenote® Copyright
CD and music-related data from
Gracenote, Inc., copyright©
2000-2007 Gracenote. Gracenote
Software, copyright © 2000-2007
Gracenote. This product and service may practice one or more of the following U.S.
Patents 5,987,525; 6,061,680; 6,154,773;
6,161,132; 6,230,192; 6,230,207; 6.240,459;
6,330,593 and other patents issued or pending. Some services supplied under license from Open Globe, Inc. for U.S.
Patent 6,304,523.
Gracenote and CDDB are registered trademarks of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the "Powered by
Gracenote™" logo are trademarks of
Gracenote.
Gracenote® End User License Agreement
(EULA)
This device contains software from
Gracenote, Inc. of 2000 Powell Street
Emeryville, California 94608
("Gracenote").
The software from Gracenote (the
"Gracenote Software") enables this device to do disc and music file identification and obtain music-related information, including name, artist, track, and title information
("Gracenote Data") from online servers
("Gracenote Servers"), and to perform other functions. You may use Gracenote
Data only by means of the intended End
User functions of this device. This device may contain content belonging to
Gracenote's providers. If so, all of the restrictions set forth herein with respect to
Gracenote Data shall also apply to such content and such content providers shall be entitled to all of the benefits and protections set forth herein that are available to Gracenote. You agree that you will use the content from Gracenote
("Gracenote Content") , Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote
Servers for your own personal, non-commercial use only. You agree not to assign, copy, transfer or transmit the
Gracenote Content, Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Data (except in a Tag associated with a music file) to any third party. YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR
EXPLOIT GRACENOTE CONTENT,
GRACENOTE DATA, THE GRACENOTE
SOFTWARE, OR GRACENOTE SERVERS,
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED
HEREIN.
You agree that your non-exclusive licenses to use the Gracenote Content, Gracenote
Data, the Gracenote Software, and
Gracenote Servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions. If your licenses terminate, you agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote Content, Gracenote
Data, the Gracenote Software, and
Gracenote Servers.
Gracenote, respectively, reserve all rights in Gracenote Data, the Gracenote
Software, and the Gracenote Servers and
Gracenote Content, including all ownership rights. Under no circumstances will either
Gracenote become liable for any payment to you for any information that you provide,
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Gracenote may enforce its respective rights, collectively or separately, under this agreement against you, directly in each company's own name.
Gracenote uses a unique identifier to track queries for statistical purposes. The purpose of a randomly assigned numeric identifier is to allow Gracenote to count queries without knowing anything about who you are. For more information, see the web page at www.gracenote.com for the
Gracenote Privacy Policy.
THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, EACH ITEM
OF GRACENOTE DATA AND THE
GRACENOTE CONTENT ARE LICENSED
TO YOU "AS IS". NEITHER GRACENOTE
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF ANY
GRACENOTE DATA FROM THE
GRACENOTE SERVERS OR GRACENOTE
CONTENT. GRACENOTE COLLECTIVELY
AND SEPARATELY RESERVE THE RIGHT
TO DELETE DATA AND/OR CONTENT
FROM THE COMPANIES' RESPECTIVE
SERVERS OR, IN THE CASE OF
GRACENOTE, CHANGE DATA
CATEGORIES FOR ANY CAUSE THAT
GRACENOTE DEEMS SUFFICIENT. NO
WARRANTY IS MADE THAT EITHER
GRACENOTE CONTENT OR THE
GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR
GRACENOTE SERVERS ARE ERROR-FREE
OR THAT THE FUNCTIONING OF THE
GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR
GRACENOTE SERVERS WILL BE
UNINTERRUPTED. GRACENOTE IS NOT
OBLIGATED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH ANY
ENHANCED OR ADDITIONAL DATA TYPES
THAT GRACENOTE MAY CHOOSE TO
PROVIDE IN THE FUTURE AND IS FREE
TO DISCONTINUE ITS ONLINE SERVICES
AT ANY TIME. GRACENOTE DISCLAIM ALL
WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT. NEITHER
GRACENOTE WARRANTS THE RESULTS
THAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE
OF THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR ANY
GRACENOTE SERVER. IN NO CASE WILL
GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS
OR LOST REVENUES FOR ANY REASON
WHATSOEVER. © Gracenote 2007.
Radio Frequency Statement
FCC ID: ACJ-SYNCG3-L
IC: 216B-SYNCG3-L
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Taiwan Territory
Note: In accordance with the management approach of low-power radio wave radiation motors:
Article 12: For approved and certified low-power radiation motor models, companies, firms or users must not alter the frequency, increase the power or change the characteristics and functions of the original design without authorization.
Article 14: The usage of low-power radio-frequency motors must not affect aviation safety and interfere with legal telecommunications. Should interference be detected, immediately stop using the device and only resume usage after ensuring that there is no longer any interference. For the legal telecommunication and wireless telecommunication of the telco, the low-power radio frequency motor must be able to tolerate legal limits of interference from telecommunication, industrial, scientific and radio wave equipment.
SUNA TRAFFIC CHANNEL – TERMS
AND CONDITIONS
By activating, using and/or accessing the
SUNA Traffic Channel, SUNA Predictive or other content or material provided by
Intelematics (together, SUNA Products and/or Services ), you must accept certain terms and conditions. The following is a brief summary of the terms and conditions that apply to you. To view the full terms and conditions relevant to your use of the SUNA Products and/or Services, please consult:
Website www.sunatraffic.com.au/termsandconditions/
1. Acceptance
By using SUNA Products and/or Services, you will be deemed to have accepted and agreed to be bound by the terms and conditions fully detailed at:
Website www.sunatraffic.com.au/termsandconditions/
2. Intellectual Property
SUNA Products and/or Services are for your personal use. You may not record, or retransmit the content, nor use the content in association with any other traffic information or route guidance service or device not approved by Intelematics. You obtain no right of ownership in any
Intellectual Property Rights (including copyright) in the data that is used to provide SUNA Products and/or Services.
3. Appropriate Use
SUNA Products and/or Services are intended as an aid to personal motoring and travel planning, and do not provide comprehensive or accurate information on all occasions. On occasions, you may experience additional delay as a result of using SUNA Products and/or Services. You acknowledge that it is not intended, or suitable, for use in applications where time of arrival or driving directions may impact the safety of the public or yourself.
4. Use of SUNA Products and Services while driving
You, and other authorised drivers of the vehicle in which SUNA Products and/or
Services are available or installed and active, remain at all times responsible for observing all relevant laws and codes of safe driving. In particular, you agree to only actively operate SUNA Products and/or
Services when the Vehicle is at a complete stop and it is safe to do so.
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5. Service Continuity and Reception of the SUNA Traffic Channel
We will use reasonable endeavours to provide the SUNA Traffic Channel 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The SUNA Traffic
Channel may occasionally be unavailable for technical reasons or for planned maintenance. We will try to perform maintenance at times when congestion is light. We reserve the right to withdraw
SUNA Products and/or Services at any time.
Also, we cannot assure the uninterrupted reception of the SUNA Traffic Channel
RDS-TMC signal at any particular location.
6. Limitation of Liability
Neither Intelematics (nor its suppliers or the manufacturer of your device (the
“ Suppliers ”)) shall be liable to you or to any third party for any damages either direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or otherwise arising out of the use of or inability to use SUNA Products and/or
Services even if Intelematics or a Supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages. You also acknowledge that the neither Intelematics nor any Supplier guarantees nor make any warranties that relate to the availability, accuracy or completeness of SUNA Products and/or
Services, and to the extent which it is lawful to do so, both Intelematics and each
Supplier excludes any warranties which might otherwise be implied by any State or Federal legislation in relation to SUNA
Products and/or Services.
7. Please Note
Great care has been taken in preparing this manual. Constant product development may mean that some information is not entirely up-to-date. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY
Your vehicle could have components that transmit and receive radio waves and are therefore subject to government regulation.
These components must accept any interference received, including interference that could cause undesired operation. For certification labels and declarations of conformity, visit
www.wirelessconformity.ford.com
.
TYPE APPROVALS
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Adaptive Cruise Control
China
CMIIT ID: 2013DJ5794
South Korea
E339675
KCC-CRI-DPH-L2C0051TR
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER47583/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
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United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: L2C0051TR
IC: 3432A-0051TR
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Blind Spot Information System
(If
Equipped)
China
CMIIT ID: 2015DJ1610
Paraguay
E337181
South Korea
E278262
365
E339675
MSIP-CRM-8DC-SRR3B
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER62934/18
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United States and Canada
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Body Control Module
Paraguay
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: OAYSRR3B
IC: 4135A-SRR3B
IC: RSS-310 compliant, Per FCC Test report no.: 1-8707-14-01-03
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
E339812
NR: 2019-01-I-000076
South Korea
E339675
R-R-TAL-PEPS2
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER68566/19
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
E278262
366
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United States and Canada
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
Paraguay
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: M3NA2C766336
IC: 7812A-A2C766336
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
E339812
NR: 2017-10-I-0000334
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER49357/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
United States and Canada
E278262
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: N5F-A08TAA
IC: 3248A-A08TAA
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Appendices
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Passive Anti-Theft System
Argentina
Djibouti
E339936
Ghana
NCA APPROVED: NCA/TA/16/22
Indonesia
E339818
Brazil
E339848
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E339937
Jamaica
This product has been Type Approved by
Jamaica: SMA – OUC11545917
Jordan
Type Approval No.: TRC/LPD/2013/235
Equipment Type: Low Power Device (LPD)
Malaysia
Appendices
Morocco
E339836
CIDF18000209
Mauritania
E339939
Pakistan
E339938
Moldova
E339843
Paraguay
E337971
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E339837
Serbia
Appendices
South Korea
E269681
Singapore
E339940
South Africa
E269667
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370
E339847
E339675
MSIP-RRM-OAC-OUC11541917
Syria
SyTRA
REGISTERED No:
1510/4NK
Taiwan
Appendices
Vietnam Ukraine
E278262
E269682
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No: ER49115/16
DEALER No: DA37380/15
United States and Canada
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Passive Key
China
CMIIT ID: 2016DJ2196
Paraguay
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: OUC11545917
IC: 850K-11545917
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
E339812
NR: 2016-9-I-000220
371
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E339812
NR: 2016-9-I-000222
South Korea
E339675
MSIP-CRM-TAL-A2C97102000
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER47690/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER46754/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER81339/20
DEALER No.: DA88113/20
TRA
Appendices
REGISTERED No. ER81338/20
DEALER No.: DA88113/20
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: M3N-A2C931426
FCC ID: M3N-A2C940780
IC: 7812A-A2C931426
IC: 7812A-A2C940780
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
E278262
372
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Radio Frequency Certifications for
Police Fob
United States and Canada
Paraguay
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: CWTWB1U0009
IC: 1788A-FWB1U0009
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Radio Transceiver Module
China
CMIIT ID: 2016DJ0249
E339812
NR: 2016-9-I-00244
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER46324/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER49062/16
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER81341/20
DEALER No.: DA88113/20
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER81342/20
DEALER No.: DA88113/20
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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FCC ID: L2C0062TR
FCC ID: L2C0083TR
IC: 3659A-FO4AM902TRX
IC: 3432A-0083TR
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio Frequency Certifications for
SYNC3.2
Argentina
Brazil
E339830
China
CMIIT ID: 2017AJ4997
Djibouti
E339941
E339829
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European Union EU
Appendices
Morocco
E310043
Ghana
NCA APPROVED: BR3-1M-GE2-04F
Malaysia
E339942
Paraguay
E339836
RBAB/57H/0318/S(18-0624)
E339812
NR: 2017-12-I-0000413
Serbia
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E339831
Singapore
Appendices
Taiwan
E339943
South Africa
E339833
Ukraine
E339832
South Korea
E339675
MSIP-CMM-pAs-FA-170-BCAR-HS
376
E269682
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER61783/18
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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FCC ID: ACJ-FG-185-SG32MH
IC: 216B-FG185SG32MH
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
E339834
Zambia
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Telematics Control Unit
China
CMIIT ID: 2019CP0600
CMIIT ID: 2019CP0601
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: LHJ-FB40ND1
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
E339835
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Appendices
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Sensor - AG2SM3
Brazil
Nigeria
E337972
Singapore
E339820
Mexico
E339944
Taiwan
E338212
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E339821
Appendices
United States and Canada Brazil
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: MRXAG2SM3
IC: 2546A-AG2SM3
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Sensor - AG2SM4
Argentina
E339823
Djibouti
E339945
European Union EU
E339822
379
E339849
Ghana
NCA APPROVED: BR3-1M-GE2-X74
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Jordan
Model: AG2SM4
Manufacturer: Schrader Electronics LTD
Type Approval No: TRC/LPD/2018/161
Equipment Type: Low Power Device (LPD)
Mauritania
Moldova
E337971
Morocco
E339946
Mexico
E339947
Nigeria
E338212
380
E337972
Oman
OMAN TRA
R/5505/18
D172249
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Pakistan
Appendices
Serbia
E337974
Paraguay
E338019
Singapore
E339812
NR: 2018-06-I-000224
Philippines
E339948
South Africa
E339824
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E339825
South Korea
E339675
R-CRM-SRD-AG2SM4
Taiwan
E339826
Ukraine
Appendices
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER63066
DEALER No.: DA0047074
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: 2546A- AG2SM4
IC: MRXAG2SM4
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vietnam
E338024
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E339827
Zambia
Appendices
South Korea
E339828
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Wireless Accessory Charging
Module
Paraguay
E339675
KCC – R-RMM-DLH-WACM
United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.)
TRA
REGISTERED No. ER57347/17
DEALER No.: DA37380/15
United States and Canada
E339812
NR: 2017-10-I-0000333
383
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: L2C0066T
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Vietnam
E278262
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Garage Door Opener
United States and Canada
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: NZLSAHL5D
IC: 4112A-SAHL5D
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Index
A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................100
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS
See: Brakes.............................................................151
ABS driving hints
See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.................................................................152
Accessories
See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................10
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................233
Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................233
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................65
Airbag Disposal...............................................53
Air Conditioning
See: Climate Control........................................100
Air Filter
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter -
3.0L.....................................................................224
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter -
3.3L.....................................................................225
Alarm
See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................63
All-Wheel Drive.............................................144
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................63
Alarm System........................................................63
Arming the Alarm.................................................63
Disarming the Alarm...........................................63
Object Detection..................................................64
Police Perimeter Alert Settings......................64
Police Perimeter Alert System........................63
Switching the Police Perimeter Alert On and Off................................................................63
System Configuration........................................64
System Error..........................................................64
Triggering the Alarm............................................63
Appendices....................................................336
At a Glance........................................................18
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............82
Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime..................................................................83
Headlamps On Warning Chime......................82
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................82
Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................83
Audio Control..................................................65
Auxiliary Steering Wheel Controls.................66
You can operate the following functions with the control:..............................................65
Audio System................................................302
General Information.........................................302
Audio Unit.......................................................302
Accessing the Sound Settings......................302
Accessing the System Settings....................303
Adjusting the Volume......................................303
Changing Radio Stations................................303
Pausing or Playing Media...............................303
Returning to the Previous Screen................303
Scrolling Through the Menu Options.........303
Selecting a Menu Option................................304
Selecting Media.................................................303
Selecting the Radio..........................................304
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........304
Switching the Display On and Off..............304
Using a Cell Phone............................................304
Using Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse.............................................................304
Autolamps........................................................70
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................70
Automatic Climate Control......................100
Directing the Airflow.........................................100
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................100
Setting the Temperature.................................100
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...............100
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off..............................................................102
Switching Maximum Defrost On and
Off.......................................................................102
Switching Recirculated Air On and
Off.......................................................................102
Switching the Air Conditioning On and
Off........................................................................101
Switching the Climate Control On and
Off........................................................................101
Automatic Transmission............................142
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or
Snow...................................................................142
Understanding the Positions of Your
Automatic Transmission.............................142
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check............................................................230
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Auxiliary Power Points.................................115
110 Volt AC Power Point....................................115
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................115
USB Port and Power Point Locations..........115
AWD
See: All-Wheel Drive.........................................144
B
Battery
See: Changing the 12V Battery.......................231
Blind Spot Information System...............167
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow.....................................................................168
Switching the System On and Off................170
System Errors.......................................................170
Using the Blind Spot Information
System...............................................................167
BLIS
See: Blind Spot Information System...........167
Bonnet Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Booster Seats..................................................28
Types of Booster Seats......................................29
Brake Fluid Check........................................230
Brake Fluid Service Interval.............................231
Brakes................................................................151
General Information...........................................151
Breaking-In......................................................192
Bulb Specification Chart..........................300
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................166
Capacities and Specifications -
3.0L................................................................278
Air Conditioning System..................................278
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates............................................................281
Automatic Transmission.................................279
Engine Coolant...................................................280
Engine Oil...............................................................281
Front Axle.............................................................284
Fuel Tank...............................................................282
Grease....................................................................282
Hydraulic Brake System..................................283
Locks......................................................................283
Rear Axle...............................................................284
Transfer Case......................................................283
Washer Reservoir...............................................285
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L,
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)..............293
Air Conditioning System.................................293
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates...........................................................296
Automatic Transmission.................................294
Engine Coolant...................................................295
Engine Oil..............................................................295
Front Axle.............................................................298
Fuel Tank...............................................................297
Grease....................................................................297
Hydraulic Brake System..................................297
Locks.......................................................................297
Rear Axle...............................................................299
Transfer Case......................................................298
Washer Reservoir...............................................299
Capacities and Specifications -
3.3L................................................................285
Air Conditioning System.................................286
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates...........................................................288
Automatic Transmission................................286
Engine Coolant...................................................287
Engine Oil.............................................................288
Front Axle..............................................................291
Fuel Tank..............................................................289
Grease....................................................................289
Hydraulic Brake System..................................290
Locks......................................................................290
Rear Axle...............................................................292
Transfer Case.......................................................291
Washer Reservoir...............................................292
Capacities and Specifications................274
Car Wash
See: Cleaning the Exterior..............................239
Catalytic Converter......................................138
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................139
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) Testing...................................................139
Changing a Bulb...........................................236
LED Lamps............................................................237
License Plate Lamp...........................................237
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing
Lamp.................................................................236
Changing a Fuse...........................................216
Fuses.......................................................................216
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Changing a Road Wheel............................267
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.....................................................268
Tire Change Procedure....................................269
Changing the 12V Battery..........................231
Battery Management System.......................232
Remove and Reinstall the Battery...............233
Changing the Engine Air Filter -
3.0L................................................................224
Changing the Engine Air Filter -
3.3L.................................................................225
Changing the Front Wiper Blades.........235
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades...........236
Checking the Wiper Blades......................235
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance.................................................38
Child Restraint Positioning.........................30
Child Safety......................................................20
General Information............................................20
Child Safety Locks..........................................32
Left-Hand Side......................................................32
Right-Hand Side...................................................32
Cleaning Products.......................................238
Materials...............................................................238
Cleaning the Engine...................................240
Cleaning the Exterior..................................239
Cleaning the Headlamps................................239
Exterior Chrome Parts......................................239
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................239
Stripes or Graphics............................................239
Underbody...........................................................240
Under Hood.........................................................240
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens..........................241
Cleaning the Interior....................................241
Mirrors.....................................................................241
Cleaning the Wheels..................................242
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades...........................................................240
Climate Control............................................100
Cold Weather Precautions........................192
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............198
Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electric and Hybrid-Electric Vehicles Equipped
With High Voltage Batteries......................198
Coolant Check
See: Engine Coolant Check............................226
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........47
Airbags and Police Equipment.......................48
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................170
Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When Trailer is Attached........................................................173
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator.............................173
Cross Traffic Alert Information
Messages...........................................................173
Cross Traffic Alert System
Limitations........................................................172
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors..............172
Switching the System On and Off................173
Using Cross Traffic Alert....................................171
Cruise Control.................................................66
Cruise Control Indicators...........................166
Customer Assistance..................................201
D
Data Privacy......................................................13
Services That Third Parties Provide...............13
Services That We Provide..................................13
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps...............................................................71
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)..............71
Declaration of Conformity.......................364
Decommissioning Requirements..........335
Dark Car.................................................................335
Integrated Computer Screen.........................335
OBD-II Split Connector....................................335
Police Engine Idle...............................................335
Police Perimeter Alert......................................335
Pre-Collision Assist Disable...........................335
Rear Camera On Demand..............................335
Vehicle Sealing of Aftermarket
Equipment.......................................................335
Decommissioning the Vehicle................335
Direction Indicators........................................72
Doors and Locks.............................................58
Drive Mode Control......................................178
Drive Modes..........................................................178
Drive Modes....................................................178
Deep Snow/Sand...............................................178
Normal....................................................................179
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................42
Children and Airbags...........................................43
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Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating
Adjustment........................................................42
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........46
Driving Aids......................................................167
Driving Hints....................................................191
Driving Through Water................................192
DRL
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps.....71
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)..................71
E
Economical Driving.......................................191
Electric Parking Brake.................................152
Applying the Electric Parking Brake.............152
Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake...................................................153
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking
Brake...................................................................153
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the
Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge................................................................154
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............336
Emergency Call System Data.....................16
Emission Law..................................................137
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........138
Tampering With a Noise Control
System...............................................................137
End User License Agreement.................339
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) .................................339
Engine Block Heater....................................120
Using the Engine Block Heater.......................121
Engine Coolant Check...............................226
Adding Coolant...................................................226
Coolant Change.................................................228
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management..................................................229
Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................228
Recycled Coolant...............................................227
Severe Climates.................................................228
Engine Emission Control............................137
Engine Oil Check..........................................222
Adding Engine Oil...............................................222
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L..........................222
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.3L..........................222
Engine Specifications - 3.0L....................274
Drivebelt Routing................................................274
Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (HEV).............................275
Drivebelt Routing................................................275
Engine Specifications - 3.3L.....................274
Drivebelt Routing................................................275
Environment......................................................17
EPB
See: Electric Parking Brake..............................152
Essential Towing Checks...........................188
Before Towing a Trailer.....................................189
Hitches...................................................................188
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC).........................................189
Safety Chains.......................................................188
Trailer Brakes.......................................................188
Trailer Lamps.......................................................188
When Towing a Trailer......................................189
Event Data.........................................................14
Export Unique Options..................................12
Exterior Mirrors.................................................75
Blind Spot Information System......................76
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................75
Heated Exterior Mirrors ......................................75
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror.............................75
Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................75
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................34
Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................35
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................34
Flat Tire
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................267
Floor Mats.......................................................193
Fog Lamps - Front
See: Front Fog Lamps..........................................71
Ford Credit...........................................................9
US Only.......................................................................9
Ford Protect...................................................323
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)...........................................324
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)..................................................................323
Front Fog Lamps..............................................71
Front Fog Lamp Indicator..................................72
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Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or
Off...........................................................................71
Front Passenger Sensing System............43
Front Wiper Blades
See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......235
Fuel and Refueling.......................................126
Fuel Consumption........................................135
Advertised Capacity..........................................135
Calculating Fuel Economy..............................136
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................128
Fuel Filter........................................................235
Fuel Quality - E85........................................126
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................126
Switching Between E85 and
Gasoline.............................................................127
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................128
Choosing the Right Fuel...................................128
Fuel Shutoff....................................................195
Fuses................................................................208
Fuse Specification Chart..........................208
Engine Compartment Fuse Box..................208
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........213
G
Gauges...............................................................78
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............79
Fuel Gauge..............................................................78
Information Display.............................................78
Speedometer.........................................................78
Gearbox
See: Transmission..............................................142
General Information on Radio
Frequencies...................................................55
General Maintenance Information........325
Multi-Point Inspection......................................327
Owner Checks and Services..........................326
Protecting Your Investment...........................325
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................325
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?.....................................................325
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.........................................................204
Getting the Services You Need...............201
Away From Home...............................................201
H
Hazard Flashers............................................195
Headlamp Adjusting
See: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................233
Headrest
See: Head Restraints........................................106
Head Restraints............................................106
Adjusting the Head Restraints.......................107
Second Row Center Seat Head Restraint
..............................................................................108
Second Row Outermost Seat Head
Restraints.........................................................108
Tilting Head Restraints ....................................107
Heated Exterior Mirrors..............................104
Heated Rear Window.................................104
Heating
See: Climate Control........................................100
High Voltage Battery....................................141
General Information - Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV)...................................................141
Hill Start Assist..............................................154
Switching the System On and Off...............154
Using Hill Start Assist.......................................154
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate..........................................................102
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold
Weather.............................................................103
General Hints.......................................................102
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................103
Quickly Heating the Interior............................103
Recommended Settings for Cooling..........103
Recommended Settings for Heating..........103
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.............................................................152
Hood Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Horn....................................................................66
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert
System Work................................................113
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked
Questions......................................................124
Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........................122
Battery.....................................................................122
Braking....................................................................123
Driving......................................................................122
Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy...............123
Starting...................................................................122
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Stopping.................................................................122
Transmission Operation...................................122
I
Ignition Switch.................................................117
In California (U.S. Only)............................202
Information Display Control......................66
Information Displays....................................84
General Information...........................................84
Information Messages..................................87
AdvanceTrac™ and Traction Control...........88
Alarm........................................................................88
AWD...........................................................................87
Battery and Charging System.........................89
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic
Alert System.....................................................89
Doors and Locks...................................................90
Fuel.............................................................................91
Hill Start Assist......................................................91
Keys and Intelligent Access..............................92
Maintenance..........................................................92
Park Aid....................................................................93
Park Brake...............................................................94
Police Engine Idle feature.................................95
Power Steering......................................................95
Pre-Collision Assist.............................................95
Seats.........................................................................96
Starting System....................................................96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...................96
Trailer........................................................................97
Transmission..........................................................97
Installing Child Restraints...........................22
Child Seats..............................................................22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.........................22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren (LATCH)............................................25
Using Tether Straps.............................................26
Instrument Cluster.........................................78
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.......................71
Instrument Panel............................................18
Interior Air Quality........................................105
Interior Lamps..................................................72
Dome Task Lamp..................................................73
Front Interior Lamp..............................................72
Rear Interior Lamps.............................................73
Interior Mirror....................................................76
Automatic Dimming Mirror................................77
Manual Dimming Mirror.....................................76
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................196
Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................196
Jump Starting.......................................................197
Locating the Jump Starting Connection
Points.................................................................196
Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................196
Removing the Jumper Cables........................197
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................55
L
Liftgate................................................................61
Lighting Control..............................................69
Flashing High Beam Headlamps....................70
Lighting Control Selections..............................69
Switching High Beam Headlamps On and
Off.........................................................................70
Lighting..............................................................69
General Information...........................................69
Load Carrying................................................180
Load Limit.......................................................180
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles.............................................................184
Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer.................................................................180
Locking and Unlocking.................................58
Battery Saver.........................................................60
Hidden Rear Door Locks....................................58
Illuminated Entry..................................................59
Illuminated Exit.....................................................60
Independent Liftgate Unlocking
Feature................................................................59
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the
Key Blade...........................................................58
Opening a Rear Door from the Inside...........58
Power Door Locks................................................58
Remote Control....................................................58
Lug Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................267
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Maintenance..................................................218
General Information..........................................218
Manual Liftgate................................................61
Closing the Liftgate.............................................62
Opening with the Outside Control
Button...................................................................61
Opening with the Remote Control.................61
Manual Seats................................................108
Adjusting the Seat Backrest..........................109
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward.............................................................108
Message Center
See: Information Displays.................................84
Mirrors
See: Windows and Mirrors................................74
Mobile Communications Equipment........11
Mobile Device Data.........................................15
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L..............................276
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L...............................277
N
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........328
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™........................328
Normal Maintenance Intervals.....................329
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................223
Oil Check
See: Engine Oil Check.......................................222
Opening and Closing the Hood...............218
Closing the Hood................................................219
Opening the Hood..............................................218
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature.....................................................206
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual.........206
P
Parking Aids....................................................159
Principle of Operation.......................................159
Pedestrian Alert System.............................54
Pedestrian Protection..................................54
Perchlorate..........................................................9
Personal Safety System™.........................40
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?..................................................................40
Police Engine Idle Feature..........................121
Switching the System Off.................................121
Switching the System On.................................121
Post-Crash Alert System...........................199
Power Door Locks
See: Locking and Unlocking.............................58
Power Seats...................................................109
Adjusting the Lumbar Support......................110
Adjusting the Seat Backrest............................110
Adjusting the Seat Cushion.............................110
Adjusting the Seat Height................................110
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward.............................................................109
Power Steering Fluid Check......................231
Power Windows..............................................74
Accessory Delay....................................................75
Bounce-Back..........................................................74
One-Touch Down.................................................74
One-Touch Up.......................................................74
Window Lock..........................................................75
Pre-Collision Assist......................................174
Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings..............................................................176
Blocked Sensors..................................................176
Using the Pre-Collision Assist
System...............................................................175
Protecting the Environment........................17
Puncture
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................267
R
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible
Warnings........................................................114
Rear Occupant Alert System
Indicators.......................................................114
Rear Occupant Alert System
Limitations.....................................................113
Rear Occupant Alert System
Precautions...................................................113
Rear Occupant Alert System.....................113
Rear Parking Aid............................................159
Object Distance Indicator.................................161
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Rear Passenger Climate Controls..........103
Directing Air to the Overhead Air
Vents..................................................................103
Directing Air to the Rear Footwell Air
Vents..................................................................103
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........103
Setting the Rear Blower Motor
Speed.................................................................104
Setting the Rear Temperature.......................104
Switching the Rear Climate Control On and
Off.......................................................................104
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and
Off.......................................................................104
Rear Seats.........................................................111
Adjusting the Seat Backrest.............................111
Folding the Seat Backrest Flat........................111
Rear View Camera........................................161
Camera Guide Lines..........................................163
Manual Zoom......................................................164
Obstacle Distance Indicator...........................163
Rear Camera Delay............................................164
Rear Camera On Demand...............................164
Using the Rear View Camera System.........162
Rear View Camera
See: Rear View Camera.....................................161
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........67
Rear Camera Washer.........................................68
Rear Window Washer.........................................68
Rear Window Wiper Blade...............................68
Rear Wiper Blades
See: Changing the Rear Wiper Blades.......236
Recommended Towing Weights............186
Reduced Engine Performance..................191
Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV).............................................130
Refueling System Overview...........................130
Refueling System Warning..............................132
Refueling Your Vehicle.......................................131
Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV).............................................................133
Fuel Filler Door Manual Override
Lever...................................................................135
System Warnings................................................134
Remote Control..............................................55
Changing the Remote Control Battery........56
Opening the Liftgate With the Liftgate
Button .................................................................57
Sounding the Panic Alarm................................57
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............242
Replacement Parts
Recommendation........................................10
Collision Repairs....................................................10
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical
Repairs.................................................................10
Warranty on Replacement Parts....................10
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote
Control.............................................................57
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................105
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only).............................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only).............................................................206
Resuming the Set Speed..........................166
Roadside Assistance...................................194
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................195
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting
Roadside Assistance....................................194
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using
Roadside Assistance....................................194
Roadside Emergencies...............................194
Running-In
See: Breaking-In..................................................192
Running Out of Fuel.....................................128
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container..........................................................129
Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................129
S
Safety Canopy™............................................46
Safety Precautions.......................................126
Scheduled Maintenance...........................325
Seatbelt Extensions......................................39
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................36
Seatbelt Reminder.........................................37
Seatbelt Status.....................................................37
Seatbelts...........................................................33
Principle of Operation.........................................33
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime..............................................................36
Conditions of operation.....................................36
Seats.................................................................106
Security..............................................................63
Selecting a Drive Mode...............................178
Police Pursuit Mode...........................................178
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Service Data......................................................14
Settings Data....................................................15
Comfort and Convenience Data......................15
Entertainment Data.............................................15
Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........165
Changing the Set Speed..................................165
Side Airbags.....................................................45
Sitting in the Correct Position.................106
Snow Chains
See: Using Snow Chains.................................260
Spare Wheel
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................267
Special Notices................................................10
Decommissioning Requirements.....................11
New Vehicle Limited Warranty........................10
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and
Utility Type Vehicles.........................................11
On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector.............................................................11
Special Instructions.............................................10
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............11
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow.............11
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance................................................331
Engine Idle Hour Meter....................................333
Exceptions............................................................334
Speed Control
See: Cruise Control............................................165
Stability Control.............................................157
Principle of Operation.......................................157
Starter Switch
See: Ignition Switch.............................................117
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................117
Failure to Start......................................................118
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................118
Important Ventilating Information................119
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is
Moving................................................................118
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is
Stationary..........................................................118
Starting a Hybrid Electric Vehicle
System............................................................119
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................119
Important Ventilating Information...............120
Switching Off Your Vehicle When It Is
Moving................................................................119
Switching Off Your Vehicle When It Is
Stationary..........................................................119
Starting and Stopping the Engine...........117
General Information............................................117
Steering.............................................................174
Adaptive Learning...............................................174
Electric Power Steering.....................................174
Steering Wheel...............................................65
Sun Visors..........................................................77
Slide-on-rod...........................................................77
Supplementary Restraints System..........41
Principle of Operation.........................................41
Switching Cruise Control On and
Off...................................................................165
Switching Cruise Control Off.........................165
Switching Cruise Control On..........................165
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System
On and Off.....................................................113
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......310
911 Assist................................................................310
SYNC Mobile Apps.............................................312
SYNC™...........................................................306
General Information.........................................306
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................314
T
Technical Specifications
See: Capacities and Specifications.............274
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only).......................203
Tire Care..........................................................246
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................248
Information About Uniform Tire Quality
Grading.............................................................246
Information Contained on the Tire
Sidewall...........................................................249
Police Wheels and Tires..................................259
Temperature A B C.............................................247
Traction AA A B C...............................................247
Treadwear.............................................................247
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........262
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System.......................................263
Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System ......................................263
Tires
See: Wheels and Tires.....................................245
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Towing a Trailer.............................................185
Load Placement.................................................185
Towing the Vehicle on Four
Wheels..........................................................190
Emergency Towing............................................190
Recreational Towing.........................................190
Towing..............................................................185
Traction Control............................................156
Principle of Operation.......................................156
Transmission..................................................142
Transporting the Vehicle...........................199
Type Approvals............................................364
Radio Frequency Certifications for Adaptive
Cruise Control................................................364
Radio Frequency Certifications for Blind
Spot Information System..........................365
Radio Frequency Certifications for Body
Control Module.............................................366
Radio Frequency Certifications for Garage
Door Opener...................................................384
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.............367
Radio Frequency Certifications for Passive
Anti-Theft System.......................................368
Radio Frequency Certifications for Passive
Key.......................................................................371
Radio Frequency Certifications for Police
Fob......................................................................373
Radio Frequency Certifications for Radio
Transceiver Module......................................373
Radio Frequency Certifications for
SYNC3.2............................................................374
Radio Frequency Certifications for
Telematics Control Unit..............................377
Radio Frequency Certifications for Tire
Pressure Monitoring System Sensor -
AG2SM3............................................................378
Radio Frequency Certifications for Tire
Pressure Monitoring System Sensor -
AG2SM4...........................................................379
Radio Frequency Certifications for Wireless
Accessory Charging Module.....................383
U
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L..................220
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L....................221
Unique Driving Characteristics................122
USB Port.........................................................304
Locating the USB Ports...................................305
Using All-Wheel Drive.................................144
Driving In Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)...............................146
How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other
Vehicles.............................................................146
Operating AWD Vehicles With Mismatched
Tires....................................................................146
Using Snow Chains....................................260
Using Stability Control...............................158
Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player..............................................................313
Audio Voice Commands..................................314
Media Sources.....................................................313
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone...........309
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu...................................................................310
Pairing a Phone..................................................309
Phone Controls...................................................310
Phone Voice Commands...............................309
Using Traction Control................................156
Switching the System Off...............................156
System Indicator Lights and
Messages..........................................................156
Using a Switch.....................................................156
Using the Information Display
Controls.............................................................156
Using Voice Recognition...........................307
Initiating a Voice Session................................307
System Interaction and Feedback.............308
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only)........................204
V
Vehicle Care...................................................238
General Information.........................................238
Vehicle Identification Number................278
Vehicle Storage.............................................243
Body........................................................................243
Brakes....................................................................244
Cooling system...................................................243
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery.............243
Engine.....................................................................243
Fuel system..........................................................243
General..................................................................243
Miscellaneous.....................................................244
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Plugging in Your HYBRID................................244
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................244
Tires........................................................................244
Ventilation
See: Climate Control........................................100
VIN
See: Vehicle Identification Number............278
Voice Control...................................................66
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................79
Anti-Lock Braking System.................................79
Battery......................................................................79
Blind Spot Monitor...............................................79
Brake System Warning Lamp..........................79
Cruise Control.......................................................80
Deep Snow and Sand........................................80
Direction Indicator...............................................80
Door Ajar.................................................................80
Electric Park Brake..............................................80
Engine Oil................................................................80
Engine or Motor Coolant
Temperature.....................................................80
Fasten Seatbelt....................................................80
Front Airbag...........................................................80
Front Fog Lamps..................................................80
High Beam...............................................................81
Hood Ajar.................................................................81
Lamps On.................................................................81
Liftgate Ajar.............................................................81
Liftgate Lock Release..........................................81
Low Beam Warning..............................................81
Low Fuel Level........................................................81
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................81
Low Washer Fluid..................................................81
Police Engine Idle feature..................................81
Police Perimeter Alert.........................................81
Police Pursuit Mode.............................................81
Powertrain Fault....................................................81
Pre-Collision Assist.............................................82
Ready to Drive.......................................................82
Service Engine Soon...........................................82
Stability Control....................................................82
Stability Control Off............................................82
Stop Safely Now...................................................82
Washer Fluid Check....................................235
Washers
See: Cleaning the Exterior..............................239
See: Wipers and Washers..................................67
Waxing.............................................................240
What Is Cruise Control................................165
Requirements......................................................165
What Is Drive Mode Control......................178
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................105
What is the Rear Occupant Alert
System............................................................113
Wheel Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................267
Wheels and Tires.........................................245
General Information.........................................245
Technical Specifications.................................273
Windows and Mirrors....................................74
Windshield Washers......................................67
Windshield Wipers.........................................67
Speed Dependent Wipers.................................67
Wiper Blades
See: Checking the Wiper Blades..................235
Wipers and Washers.....................................67
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Table of contents
- 4 Table of contents
- 2 Copyright ©
- 10 Introduction
- 10 About This Manual
- 10 Symbols Glossary
- 12 Perchlorate
- 12 Ford Credit
- 13 Replacement Parts Recommendation
- 13 Special Notices
- 14 Mobile Communications Equipment
- 15 Export Unique Options
- 16 Data Privacy
- 16 Data Privacy
- 17 Service Data
- 17 Event Data
- 18 Settings Data
- 18 Mobile Device Data
- 19 Emergency Call System Data
- 20 Environment
- 20 Protecting the Environment
- 21 At a Glance
- 21 Instrument Panel
- 23 Child Safety
- 23 General Information
- 25 Installing Child Restraints
- 31 Booster Seats
- 33 Child Restraint Positioning
- 35 Child Safety Locks
- 36 Seatbelts
- 36 Principle of Operation
- 37 Fastening the Seatbelts
- 39 Seatbelt Height Adjustment
- 39 Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
- 40 Seatbelt Reminder
- 41 Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
- 42 Seatbelt Extensions
- 43 Personal Safety System™
- 43 Personal Safety System™
- 44 Supplementary Restraints System
- 44 Principle of Operation
- 45 Driver and Passenger Airbags
- 46 Front Passenger Sensing System
- 48 Side Airbags
- 49 Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
- 49 Safety Canopy™
- 50 Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
- 56 Airbag Disposal
- 57 Pedestrian Protection
- 57 Pedestrian Alert System
- 58 Keys and Remote Controls
- 58 General Information on Radio Frequencies
- 58 Remote Control
- 60 Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
- 61 Doors and Locks
- 61 Locking and Unlocking
- 64 Liftgate
- 64 Manual Liftgate
- 66 Security
- 66 Anti-Theft Alarm
- 68 Steering Wheel
- 68 Adjusting the Steering Wheel
- 68 Audio Control
- 69 Voice Control
- 69 Cruise Control
- 69 Information Display Control
- 69 Horn
- 70 Wipers and Washers
- 70 Windshield Wipers
- 70 Windshield Washers
- 70 Rear Window Wiper and Washers
- 72 Lighting
- 72 General Information
- 72 Lighting Control
- 73 Autolamps
- 74 Instrument Lighting Dimmer
- 74 Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
- 74 Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- 74 Front Fog Lamps
- 75 Direction Indicators
- 75 Interior Lamps
- 77 Windows and Mirrors
- 77 Power Windows
- 78 Exterior Mirrors
- 79 Interior Mirror
- 80 Sun Visors
- 81 Instrument Cluster
- 81 Gauges
- 82 Warning Lamps and Indicators
- 85 Audible Warnings and Indicators
- 87 Information Displays
- 87 General Information
- 90 Information Messages
- 103 Climate Control
- 103 Automatic Climate Control
- 105 Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
- 106 Rear Passenger Climate Controls
- 107 Heated Rear Window
- 107 Heated Exterior Mirrors
- 108 Interior Air Quality
- 108 What Is the Cabin Air Filter
- 108 Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
- 109 Seats
- 109 Sitting in the Correct Position
- 109 Head Restraints
- 111 Manual Seats
- 112 Power Seats
- 114 Rear Seats
- 116 Rear Occupant Alert System
- 116 What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
- 116 How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
- 116 Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
- 116 Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
- 116 Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off
- 117 Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
- 117 Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
- 118 Auxiliary Power Points
- 118 Auxiliary Power Points
- 120 Starting and Stopping the Engine
- 120 General Information
- 120 Ignition Switch
- 120 Starting a Gasoline Engine
- 122 Starting a Hybrid Electric Vehicle System
- 123 Engine Block Heater
- 124 Police Engine Idle Feature
- 125 Unique Driving Characteristics
- 125 Hybrid Vehicle Operation
- 127 Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions
- 129 Fuel and Refueling
- 129 Safety Precautions
- 129 Fuel Quality - E85
- 131 Fuel Quality - Gasoline
- 131 Fuel Filler Funnel Location
- 131 Running Out of Fuel
- 133 Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
- 136 Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
- 138 Fuel Consumption
- 140 Engine Emission Control
- 140 Emission Law
- 141 Catalytic Converter
- 144 High Voltage Battery
- 144 General Information
- 145 Transmission
- 145 Automatic Transmission
- 147 All-Wheel Drive
- 147 Using All-Wheel Drive
- 154 Brakes
- 154 General Information
- 155 Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
- 155 Electric Parking Brake
- 157 Hill Start Assist
- 159 Traction Control
- 159 Principle of Operation
- 159 Using Traction Control
- 160 Stability Control
- 160 Principle of Operation
- 161 Using Stability Control
- 162 Parking Aids
- 162 Principle of Operation
- 162 Rear Parking Aid
- 164 Rear View Camera
- 168 Cruise Control
- 168 What Is Cruise Control
- 168 Switching Cruise Control On and Off
- 168 Setting the Cruise Control Speed
- 169 Canceling the Set Speed
- 169 Resuming the Set Speed
- 169 Cruise Control Indicators
- 170 Driving Aids
- 170 Blind Spot Information System
- 173 Cross Traffic Alert
- 177 Steering
- 177 Pre-Collision Assist
- 181 Drive Mode Control
- 181 What Is Drive Mode Control
- 181 Selecting a Drive Mode
- 181 Drive Modes
- 183 Load Carrying
- 183 Load Limit
- 188 Towing
- 188 Towing a Trailer
- 189 Recommended Towing Weights
- 191 Essential Towing Checks
- 193 Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
- 194 Driving Hints
- 194 Reduced Engine Performance
- 194 Economical Driving
- 195 Cold Weather Precautions
- 195 Breaking-In
- 195 Driving Through Water
- 196 Floor Mats
- 197 Roadside Emergencies
- 197 Roadside Assistance
- 198 Hazard Flashers
- 198 Fuel Shutoff
- 199 Jump Starting the Vehicle
- 201 Collision, Damage or Fire Event
- 202 Post-Crash Alert System
- 202 Transporting the Vehicle
- 204 Customer Assistance
- 204 Getting the Services You Need
- 205 In California (U.S. Only)
- 206 The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
- 207 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
- 207 Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
- 209 Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
- 209 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
- 209 Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
- 211 Fuses
- 211 Fuse Specification Chart
- 219 Changing a Fuse
- 221 Maintenance
- 221 General Information
- 221 Opening and Closing the Hood
- 223 Under Hood Overview - 3.0L
- 224 Under Hood Overview - 3.3L
- 225 Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L
- 225 Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.3L
- 225 Engine Oil Check
- 226 Oil Change Indicator Reset
- 227 Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0L
- 228 Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L
- 229 Engine Coolant Check
- 233 Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
- 233 Brake Fluid Check
- 234 Power Steering Fluid Check
- 234 Changing the 12V Battery
- 236 Adjusting the Headlamps
- 238 Washer Fluid Check
- 238 Fuel Filter
- 238 Checking the Wiper Blades
- 238 Changing the Front Wiper Blades
- 239 Changing the Rear Wiper Blades
- 239 Changing a Bulb
- 241 Vehicle Care
- 241 General Information
- 241 Cleaning Products
- 242 Cleaning the Exterior
- 243 Waxing
- 243 Cleaning the Engine
- 243 Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
- 244 Cleaning the Interior
- 244 Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
- 245 Repairing Minor Paint Damage
- 245 Cleaning the Wheels
- 246 Vehicle Storage
- 248 Wheels and Tires
- 248 General Information
- 249 Tire Care
- 263 Using Snow Chains
- 265 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- 270 Changing a Road Wheel
- 276 Technical Specifications
- 277 Capacities and Specifications
- 277 Engine Specifications - 3.0L
- 277 Engine Specifications - 3.3L
- 278 Engine Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
- 279 Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L
- 280 Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L
- 281 Vehicle Identification Number
- 281 Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L
- 288 Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L
- 296 Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
- 303 Bulb Specification Chart
- 305 Audio System
- 305 General Information
- 305 Audio Unit
- 307 USB Port
- 309 SYNC™
- 309 General Information
- 310 Using Voice Recognition
- 312 Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
- 313 SYNC™ Applications and Services
- 316 Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
- 317 SYNC™ Troubleshooting
- 326 Ford Protect
- 326 Ford Protect
- 328 Scheduled Maintenance
- 328 General Maintenance Information
- 331 Normal Scheduled Maintenance
- 334 Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
- 338 Decommissioning the Vehicle
- 338 Decommissioning Requirements
- 339 Appendices
- 339 Electromagnetic Compatibility
- 342 End User License Agreement
- 367 Declaration of Conformity
- 367 Type Approvals
- 388 Index