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Table of Contents
Introduction
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Protecting the Environment
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Event Data Recording
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY)
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs
Collision Repairs
Warranty on Replacement Parts
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Special Instructions
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Child Safety
GENERAL INFORMATION
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
BOOSTER SEATS
Types of Booster Seats
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS
Child Seats
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
Using Inboard Lower Anchors From the Outboard Seating Positions (Center Seating Use)
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
Using Tether Straps
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
Safety Belts
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS
Restraint of Pregnant Women
Safety Belt Locking Modes
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
Automatic Locking Mode
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
Non-inflatable safety belts
Rear outboard inflatable safety belts (second row only–if equipped)
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME
Conditions of Operation
SAFETY BELT-MINDER®
Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature
REAR INFLATABLE SAFETY BELT (IF EQUIPPED)
How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?
Stowing the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt
CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE
Personal Safety System
PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
Supplementary Restraints System
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment
Children and Airbags
FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM
SIDE AIRBAGS
SAFETY CANOPY® CURTAIN AIRBAGS
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
Keys and Remote Control
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES
Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) (If Equipped)
Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
Replacing the Battery
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
Intelligent Access Transmitter
Memory feature (if equipped)
Programming memory to the transmitter
Deactivating memory from the transmitter
Car Finder
Sounding a Panic Alarm
Remote Start (If Equipped)
Remote Starting the Vehicle
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
Turning the Vehicle Off After Remote Starting
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
MyKey
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Non-configurable Settings
Configurable Settings
CREATING A MYKEY
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
Locks
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
Power Door Locks
Remote Control
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)
Locking the Doors
Activating Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
At the Front Doors
At the Liftgate
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)
Autolock Feature (If Enabled)
Autounlock Feature (If Enabled)
Deactivating or Activating
Illuminated Entry
Illuminated Exit
Battery Saver
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)
LIFTGATE
Manual Liftgate
Power Liftgate (If Equipped)
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
Obstacle Detection
Resetting the Power Liftgate
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming a Personal Entry Code
Erasing a Personal Code
Anti-Scan Feature
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
Displaying the Factory Set Code
With Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
With Intelligent Access Keys
Security
SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
Automatic Arming
Automatic Disarming
Replacement Keys
Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
Arming the Alarm
Disarming the Alarm
Steering Wheel
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Column (If Equipped)
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
Memory Feature
AUDIO CONTROL
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
CRUISE CONTROL
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
Cluster Display Control Features
Pedals
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
Wipers and Washers
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Speed-dependent Wipers (If Equipped)
RAIN-SENSING WIPERS (IF EQUIPPED)
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
REAR-WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS
Lighting
LIGHTING CONTROL
High Beams
Headlamp Flasher
AUTOLAMPS (If equipped)
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
FRONT FOG LAMPS
DIRECTION INDICATORS
INTERIOR LAMPS
Front map lamps
Rear dome/reading lamps
Rear map lamps
Windows and Mirrors
POWER WINDOWS
Rear Window Buffeting
One-Touch Up or Down (Driver’s Window)
Bounce-Back
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
Window Lock
Accessory Delay
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
Loose Mirror
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (If Equipped)
INTERIOR MIRROR
Auto-Dimming Mirror
SUN VISORS
Slide-On-Rod
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
MULTI–PANEL VISTA ROOF® (IF EQUIPPED)
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Bounce-Back
Venting the Moonroof
Instrument Cluster
GAUGES
Type 1
Fuel gauge
Type 2
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
Adaptive cruise control (if equipped) (RTT)
Stability Control System
Stability Control System Off
Airbag readiness
Anti-lock brake system
Brake system warning light
Charging system (RTT)
Door ajar (RTT)
Engine oil pressure (RTT)
Engine coolant temperature (RTT)
Fog lamps (if equipped)
Grade assist and overdrive cancel (if equipped) (RTT)
Heads up display (if equipped)
High beams
Low fuel (RTT)
Liftgate ajar (RTT)
Low tire pressure warning
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
Safety belt
Service engine soon
Speed control (if equipped) (RTT)
Turn signal
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Information Displays
GENERAL INFORMATION
Information Display Controls (Type 1)
Menu
TRIP AND FUEL ECONOMY COMPUTER
Resetting the Trip Computer
Odometer
Trip Odometer
Total Time
Fuel Used
Distance to E
Average Fuel
Compass (If Equipped)
Information Messages
Information Display Controls (Type 2)
Main menu
Display Mode
Trip 1 & 2
Fuel Economy
Driver Assist
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Climate Control
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (WITH MyTemp)
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (WITH SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM)
REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROL
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Rear Window
Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped)
CABIN AIR FILTER
REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Manual Climate Systems
Automatic Climate Systems
Seats
SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Tilting Head Restraints
MANUAL SEATS
POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming a memory position
Recalling a memory position
Recalling memory positions with the remote control
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped)
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Second-Row Heated Seats (If Equipped)
HEATED AND VENTILATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Seats
Ventilated Seats
Heated and Ventilated Seat Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped)
REAR SEATS
Second Row Seats
Recline adjustment
Moving the seats backward and forward (six–passenger vehicles only)
Power fold and tumble seat
Third Row Seats
Accessing the Seat
Third Row Seat Exit
Stowing the Third Row Seat
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
PowerFold® Third-row Seat (If Equipped)
Closing the Liftgate
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)
HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming
Erasing the Function Button Codes
Reprogramming a single button
Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener
Programing the transmitters
Programming HomeLink to the Genie Intellicode garage door opener motor
Clearing a HomeLink device
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
Auxiliary Power Points
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS
Locations
110 Volt AC Power Point (If Equipped)
Storage Compartments
CENTER CONSOLE
Second Row Center Console (If Equipped)
Console Refrigerator and Freezer (If Equipped)
Cleaning and Maintenance
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Starting and Stopping the Engine
GENERAL INFORMATION
IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
Ignition Modes
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)
Failure to Start
Automatic Engine Shutdown
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
Important Ventilating Information
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Engine Block Heater
Fuel and Refueling
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FUEL QUALITY
Choosing the Right Fuel
Octane Recommendations
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
REFUELING
Easy Fuel® “No Cap” Fuel System
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Filling the Tank
Calculating Fuel Economy
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
Transmission
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission (If Equipped)
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
Brake-shift interlock
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
USING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Driving In Special Conditions With All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Basic operating principles in special conditions
If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
Emergency Maneuvers
Sand
Mud and Water
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
Driving on Snow and Ice
Maintenance and Modifications
Brakes
GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake Over Accelerator
Brake Assist
Anti-Lock Brake System
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
PARKING BRAKE
Traction Control
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
USING TRACTION CONTROL
System Indicator Lights and Messages
Stability Control
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
USING ADVANCETRAC® WITH RSC®
Parking Aids
SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Rear Sensing System
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (IF EQUIPPED)
Using Active Park Assist
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature
Troubleshooting the System
REAR VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Rear View Camera System
Guidelines and the Centerline
Visual Park Aid Alert
Manual Zoom
Rear Camera Delay
Cruise Control
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
USING CRUISE CONTROL
Switching Cruise Control On
Setting a Speed
Changing the Set Speed
Canceling the Set Speed
Resuming the Set Speed
Switching Cruise Control Off
USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
Following a Vehicle
Setting the Gap Distance
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
Changing the Set Speed
Resuming the Set Speed
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation
Hilly Condition Usage
Switching Off Adaptive Cruise Control
Detection Issues
Adaptive Cruise Control Not Available
Blocked Sensor
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
Driving Aids
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS®) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Systems
System Lights and Messages
System Sensors
System Limitations
False Alerts
System Errors
Switching the Systems Off and On
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Collision Warning System
Blocked Sensors
System Limitations
STEERING
Electric Power Steering
Steering Tips
Load Carrying
CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED)
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD CARRIERS (IF EQUIPPED)
LOAD LIMIT
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
Towing
TOWING A TRAILER
Load Placement
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7–Pin Connector)
Hitches
Weight-Distributing Hitch
Safety Chains
Trailer Brakes
Trailer Brake Controller Connector (If Equipped)
Trailer Lamps
Before Towing a Trailer
When Towing a Trailer
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
Recreational Towing
Driving Hints
BREAKING-IN
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
FLOOR MATS
Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance
Vehicles Sold in the U.S.: Using Roadside Assistance
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside Assistance
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
Preparing Your Vehicle
Connecting the Jumper Cables
Jump Starting
Removing the Jumper Cables
Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
Away from Home
Additional Assistance
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION or ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
Fuses
CHANGING A FUSE
Fuses
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Power Distribution Box
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Maintenance
GENERAL INFORMATION
Precautions
Working with the Engine Off
Working with the Engine On
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
3.5L V6 engine
3.5L V6 EcoBoost® Engine
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
ENGINE OIL CHECK
Adding Engine Oil
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
Adding Engine Coolant
Recycled Engine Coolant
Severe Climates
Engine fluid temperature management (EcoBoost engine only)
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
When Fail-Safe Mode is Activated
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK
6 F50/6F55 Transmission
Moving the Air Filter Assembly (EcoBoost engine)
Low fluid level
Correct fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
FUEL FILTER
WASHER FLUID CHECK
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
Battery relearn
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
Changing rear window wiper blade
AIR FILTER CHECK
Changing the air filter element
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
CHANGING A BULB
Lamp Assembly Condensation
Replacing headlamp bulbs
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
Replacing rear stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Vehicle Care
GENERAL INFORMATION
CLEANING PRODUCTS
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Exterior Chrome
Underbody
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
WAXING
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
CLEANING THE ENGINE
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
VEHICLE STORAGE
Removing Vehicle from Storage
Wheels and Tires
GENERAL INFORMATION
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
All-Wheel Drive System (If Equipped)
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
TIRE CARE
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
Glossary of Tire Terminology
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
Information on P Type Tires
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires
Information on T Type Tires
Location of the Tire Label
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
Tire Wear
Damage
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
Tire Replacement Requirements
Safety Practices
Highway Hazards
Tire and Wheel Alignment
Tire Rotation
USING SNOW CHAINS
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
When Inflating Your Tires
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information
Tire Change Procedure
Stowing the tire and jack
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
Capacities and Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Drivebelt Routing
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MOTORCRAFT™ PART NUMBERS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION
Accessories
ACCESSORIES
Exterior style
Interior style
Lifestyle
Peace of mind
Ford Extended Service Plan
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)
Ford ESP can quickly pay for itself
Coverage for up to 500+ covered components
Rental Car Reimbursement
Roadside Assistance
Transferable Coverage
Avoid the Rising cost of vehicle maintenance
Interest Free Financing Options Available
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
Audio System
GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
CD and CD Player Information
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
MyFord® SYSTEM
Menu Structure
AM/FM/CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
AM/FM/CD SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM
HD RADIO™ INFORMATION (IF AVAILABLE)
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
SATELLITE RADIO INFORMATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Satellite Radio Channels
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
Troubleshooting
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
MEDIA HUB (IF EQUIPPED)
SYNC®
GENERAL INFORMATION
Support
SYNC Owner Account
Driving Restrictions
Safety Information
Privacy Information
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
Initiating a Voice Session
System Interaction and Feedback
Adjusting the Interaction Level
Helpful Hints
USING SYNC WITH YOUR PHONE
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Phone Voice Commands
Making Calls
Receiving Calls
Phone Options during an Active Call
Accessing Features through the Phone Menu
Text Messaging
Receiving a Text Message
Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages
Accessing Your Phone Settings
System Settings
Bluetooth Devices Menu Options
Advanced Menu Options
SYNC APPLICATIONS AND SERVICES (IF EQUIPPED)
911 Assist®
Setting 911 Assist On
In the Event of a Crash
911 Assist May Not Work If
911 Assist Privacy Notice
Vehicle Health Report
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
USING SYNC WITH YOUR MEDIA PLAYER
Connecting Your Digital Media Player via the USB Port
What’s Playing?
Media Voice Commands
Media Menu Features
Accessing Your Play Menu
System Settings
Bluetooth Devices Menu Options
Advanced Menu Options
TROUBLESHOOTING
MyFord Touch® (If Equipped)
INTRODUCTION
Using the Touch-sensitive Controls on Your System
Cleaning the Touchscreen Display
Support
Safety information
Speed-restricted Features
Privacy information
ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING MODES THROUGH YOUR RIGHT VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED)
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
How to Use Voice Commands with Your System
What Can I Say?
Helpful Hints
Accessing a List of Available Commands
Voice Settings
Using Voice Commands with the Touchscreen Options
ENTERTAINMENT
Browsing Device Content
AM and FM
Memory Presets
HD Radio
Scan
Options
Direct Tune
HD Radio™ Information (If Available)
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
Radio Voice Commands
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)
Presets
ALERT
Replay
Scan
Options
Direct Tune
Browse
Satellite Radio Voice Commands
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Information
CD
Repeat
Shuffle
Scan
More Info
Options
Browse
CD Voice Commands
SD Card Slot and USB Port
SD Card Slot
USB Port
Playing Music from Your Device
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information
Bluetooth Audio
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
A/V Inputs
Troubleshooting
PHONE
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Making Calls
Receiving Calls
Phone Menu Options
Phone
Quick Dial
Phonebook
History
Messaging
Settings
Text Messaging
Composing a Text Message
Receiving a Text Message
Phone Settings
Bluetooth Devices
Bluetooth
Do Not Disturb
911 Assist
Phone Ringer
Text Message Notification
Internet Data Connection
Manage Phonebook
Roaming Warning
Phone Voice Commands
INFORMATION
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Touchscreen
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
SYNC Services Voice Commands
SIRIUS Travel Link (If Equipped and If Activated)
Traffic On Route and Traffic Nearby
Fuel Prices
Movie Listings
Weather
Sports Info
Ski Conditions
SIRIUS Travel Link Voice Commands
Alerts
Calendar
911 Assist® (If Equipped)
Setting 911 Assist On
To Make Sure that 911 Assist Works Properly
In the Event of a Crash
911 Assist May Not Work If
911 Assist Privacy Notice
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only)
Making a Report
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
SETTINGS
Clock
Display
Uploading Photos for Your Home Screen Wallpaper
Sound
Vehicle
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
Vehicle Health Report
Door Keypad Code
Rear View Camera
Enable Valet Mode
Settings
System
Voice Control
Media Player
Navigation
Phone Settings
Wireless & Internet
Help
CLIMATE
Climate Control Voice Commands
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Setting a Destination
Point of Interest (POI) Categories
cityseekr (If Available)
Setting Your Navigation Preferences
Map Preferences
Route Preferences
Navigation Preferences
Traffic Preferences
Avoid Areas
Map Mode
Auto Zoom
Map Icons
Quick-touch Buttons
Set as Dest
Set as Waypoint
Save to Favorites
POI Icons
Cancel Route
View/Edit Route
Navigation Map Updates
Navigation Voice Commands
One-shot Destination Street Address
Appendices
GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC® End User License Agreement (EULA)
End user notice
Microsoft® Windows® Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information
General operation
TeleNav Software End User License Agreement
NavTeq End User License Agreement
Gracenote® Copyright
Gracenote® End User License Agreement (EULA)
Scheduled Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?
Factory-Trained Technicians
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® Replacement Parts
Convenience
Protecting Your Investment
Additives and Chemicals
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
Owner Checks and Services
Multi-point Inspection
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
Maintenance Schedule Log
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Special Operating Condition Log
EXCEPTIONS
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Engine Coolant Change Log
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2
Introduction
10
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
10
Protecting the Environment
10
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
11
DATA RECORDING
12
Service Data Recording
12
Event Data Recording
13
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
14
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
15
FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY)
15
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
15
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs
15
Collision Repairs
15
Warranty on Replacement Parts
16
SPECIAL NOTICES
16
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
16
Special Instructions
16
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
16
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
17
Child Safety
18
GENERAL INFORMATION
18
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
20
BOOSTER SEATS
22
Types of Booster Seats
23
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS
25
Child Seats
25
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
25
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)
31
Using Inboard Lower Anchors From the Outboard Seating Positions (Center Seating Use)
32
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
33
Using Tether Straps
33
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
37
Safety Belts
38
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
38
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS
40
Restraint of Pregnant Women
40
Safety Belt Locking Modes
41
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
41
Automatic Locking Mode
42
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
42
Non-inflatable safety belts
42
Rear outboard inflatable safety belts (second row only–if equipped)
42
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
42
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
43
SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
43
SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME
43
Conditions of Operation
44
SAFETY BELT-MINDER®
44
Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature
45
REAR INFLATABLE SAFETY BELT (IF EQUIPPED)
47
How Does the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt System Work?
47
Stowing the Rear Inflatable Safety Belt
48
CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE
49
Personal Safety System
50
PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™
50
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
50
Supplementary Restraints System
51
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
51
SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™
52
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS
53
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment
53
Children and Airbags
54
FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM
54
SIDE AIRBAGS
58
SAFETY CANOPY® CURTAIN AIRBAGS
60
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
62
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
63
Keys and Remote Control
64
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES
64
Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
64
REMOTE CONTROL
65
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) (If Equipped)
65
Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
65
Replacing the Battery
66
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
66
Intelligent Access Transmitter
67
Memory feature (if equipped)
67
Programming memory to the transmitter
68
Deactivating memory from the transmitter
68
Car Finder
68
Sounding a Panic Alarm
68
Remote Start (If Equipped)
69
Remote Starting the Vehicle
70
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
70
Turning the Vehicle Off After Remote Starting
71
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
71
MyKey
72
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
72
Non-configurable Settings
72
Configurable Settings
72
CREATING A MYKEY
73
Programming/Changing Configurable Settings
73
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
74
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS
74
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS
74
MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING
75
Locks
76
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
76
Power Door Locks
76
Remote Control
76
Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)
76
Locking the Doors
76
Activating Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
77
At the Front Doors
77
At the Liftgate
77
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
77
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)
77
Autolock Feature (If Enabled)
78
Autounlock Feature (If Enabled)
78
Deactivating or Activating
79
Illuminated Entry
79
Illuminated Exit
79
Battery Saver
79
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)
79
LIFTGATE
80
Manual Liftgate
80
Power Liftgate (If Equipped)
80
Opening and Closing the Power Liftgate
81
Obstacle Detection
82
Resetting the Power Liftgate
82
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD (IF EQUIPPED)
83
Programming a Personal Entry Code
83
Erasing a Personal Code
84
Anti-Scan Feature
84
Unlocking and Locking the Doors
85
Displaying the Factory Set Code
85
With Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
85
With Intelligent Access Keys
86
Security
87
SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
87
Automatic Arming
87
Automatic Disarming
87
Replacement Keys
87
Programming a Spare Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
88
Programming a Spare Intelligent Access Key (If Equipped)
89
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
90
Arming the Alarm
90
Disarming the Alarm
91
Steering Wheel
92
ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL
92
Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Column (If Equipped)
92
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
93
Memory Feature
93
AUDIO CONTROL
94
VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
94
CRUISE CONTROL
95
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
96
Cluster Display Control Features
96
Pedals
97
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
97
Wipers and Washers
98
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
98
Speed-dependent Wipers (If Equipped)
98
RAIN-SENSING WIPERS (IF EQUIPPED)
98
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
99
REAR-WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS
99
Lighting
100
LIGHTING CONTROL
100
High Beams
100
Headlamp Flasher
100
AUTOLAMPS (If equipped)
101
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
101
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
101
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
102
FRONT FOG LAMPS
103
DIRECTION INDICATORS
103
INTERIOR LAMPS
104
Front map lamps
104
Rear dome/reading lamps
104
Rear map lamps
104
Windows and Mirrors
105
POWER WINDOWS
105
Rear Window Buffeting
105
One-Touch Up or Down (Driver’s Window)
105
Bounce-Back
105
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
105
Window Lock
106
Accessory Delay
106
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
106
Power Exterior Mirrors
106
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
106
Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
107
Loose Mirror
107
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
107
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)
107
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) (If Equipped)
108
INTERIOR MIRROR
108
Auto-Dimming Mirror
109
SUN VISORS
109
Slide-On-Rod
109
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
109
MULTI–PANEL VISTA ROOF® (IF EQUIPPED)
110
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
110
Bounce-Back
110
Venting the Moonroof
110
Instrument Cluster
111
GAUGES
111
Type 1
111
Fuel gauge
111
Type 2
112
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
112
Adaptive cruise control (if equipped) (RTT)
112
Stability Control System
113
Stability Control System Off
113
Airbag readiness
113
Anti-lock brake system
113
Brake system warning light
113
Charging system (RTT)
114
Door ajar (RTT)
114
Engine oil pressure (RTT)
114
Engine coolant temperature (RTT)
114
Fog lamps (if equipped)
114
Grade assist and overdrive cancel (if equipped) (RTT)
115
Heads up display (if equipped)
115
High beams
115
Low fuel (RTT)
115
Liftgate ajar (RTT)
115
Low tire pressure warning
115
Low washer fluid (RTT)
115
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
116
Safety belt
116
Service engine soon
116
Speed control (if equipped) (RTT)
117
Turn signal
117
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
117
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
117
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
117
Headlamps On Warning Chime
117
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
117
Information Displays
118
GENERAL INFORMATION
118
Information Display Controls (Type 1)
118
Menu
118
TRIP AND FUEL ECONOMY COMPUTER
121
Resetting the Trip Computer
121
Odometer
121
Trip Odometer
121
Total Time
121
Fuel Used
121
Distance to E
121
Average Fuel
121
Compass (If Equipped)
121
Information Messages
122
Information Display Controls (Type 2)
122
Main menu
122
Display Mode
123
Trip 1 & 2
124
Fuel Economy
124
Driver Assist
125
INFORMATION MESSAGES
128
Climate Control
136
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
136
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (WITH MyTemp)
138
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (WITH SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM)
139
REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROL
141
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
142
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
142
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control
143
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
144
Heated Rear Window
144
Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped)
144
CABIN AIR FILTER
144
REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
145
Manual Climate Systems
145
Automatic Climate Systems
145
Seats
146
SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
146
HEAD RESTRAINTS
147
Tilting Head Restraints
149
MANUAL SEATS
149
POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
151
Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
152
MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
152
Programming a memory position
152
Recalling a memory position
153
Recalling memory positions with the remote control
153
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped)
153
HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
154
Second-Row Heated Seats (If Equipped)
155
HEATED AND VENTILATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
156
Heated Seats
156
Ventilated Seats
157
Heated and Ventilated Seat Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped)
157
REAR SEATS
158
Second Row Seats
158
Recline adjustment
158
Moving the seats backward and forward (six–passenger vehicles only)
159
Power fold and tumble seat
159
Third Row Seats
160
Accessing the Seat
160
Third Row Seat Exit
162
Stowing the Third Row Seat
164
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
165
PowerFold® Third-row Seat (If Equipped)
165
Closing the Liftgate
167
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)
168
HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
168
Programming
168
Erasing the Function Button Codes
170
Reprogramming a single button
170
Programming HomeLink to a Genie Intellicode 2 garage door opener
170
Programing the transmitters
171
Programming HomeLink to the Genie Intellicode garage door opener motor
172
Clearing a HomeLink device
172
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
172
Auxiliary Power Points
173
AUXILIARY POWER POINTS
173
Locations
173
110 Volt AC Power Point (If Equipped)
174
Storage Compartments
176
CENTER CONSOLE
176
Second Row Center Console (If Equipped)
176
Console Refrigerator and Freezer (If Equipped)
177
Cleaning and Maintenance
178
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
178
Starting and Stopping the Engine
179
GENERAL INFORMATION
179
IGNITION SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
180
KEYLESS STARTING (IF EQUIPPED)
180
Ignition Modes
181
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
181
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
182
Vehicles with Keyless Start
182
Fast Restart (Vehicles with Keyless Start)
182
Failure to Start
183
Automatic Engine Shutdown
183
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
184
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
184
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
184
Important Ventilating Information
185
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
185
Using the Engine Block Heater
186
Fuel and Refueling
187
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
187
FUEL QUALITY
188
Choosing the Right Fuel
188
Octane Recommendations
188
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
189
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
189
REFUELING
190
Easy Fuel® “No Cap” Fuel System
191
FUEL CONSUMPTION
192
Filling the Tank
192
Calculating Fuel Economy
192
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
193
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
194
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
195
Transmission
196
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
196
SelectShift Automatic® Transmission (If Equipped)
197
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
198
Brake-shift interlock
199
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
200
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
201
USING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
201
Driving In Special Conditions With All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
201
Basic operating principles in special conditions
202
If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement
202
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
202
Emergency Maneuvers
203
Sand
203
Mud and Water
204
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
205
Driving on Snow and Ice
206
Maintenance and Modifications
207
Brakes
208
GENERAL INFORMATION
208
Brake Over Accelerator
208
Brake Assist
208
Anti-Lock Brake System
209
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
209
PARKING BRAKE
209
Traction Control
210
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
210
USING TRACTION CONTROL
210
System Indicator Lights and Messages
210
Stability Control
211
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
211
USING ADVANCETRAC® WITH RSC®
212
Parking Aids
213
SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
213
Using the Rear Sensing System
214
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (IF EQUIPPED)
214
Using Active Park Assist
215
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
216
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature
218
Troubleshooting the System
218
REAR VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
219
Using the Rear View Camera System
220
Guidelines and the Centerline
221
Visual Park Aid Alert
222
Manual Zoom
223
Rear Camera Delay
223
Cruise Control
224
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
224
USING CRUISE CONTROL
224
Switching Cruise Control On
224
Setting a Speed
224
Changing the Set Speed
224
Canceling the Set Speed
225
Resuming the Set Speed
225
Switching Cruise Control Off
225
USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
225
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
226
Following a Vehicle
227
Setting the Gap Distance
228
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control
228
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control
228
Changing the Set Speed
229
Resuming the Set Speed
229
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation
229
Hilly Condition Usage
229
Switching Off Adaptive Cruise Control
230
Detection Issues
230
Adaptive Cruise Control Not Available
231
Blocked Sensor
231
Switching to Normal Cruise Control
232
Driving Aids
233
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS®) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)
233
Using the Systems
234
System Lights and Messages
235
System Sensors
236
System Limitations
237
False Alerts
237
System Errors
238
Switching the Systems Off and On
238
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
238
Using the Collision Warning System
239
Blocked Sensors
240
System Limitations
241
STEERING
241
Electric Power Steering
241
Steering Tips
242
Load Carrying
243
CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED)
243
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD CARRIERS (IF EQUIPPED)
243
LOAD LIMIT
244
Vehicle Loading – With and Without a Trailer
244
Towing
252
TOWING A TRAILER
252
Load Placement
252
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
253
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
253
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
254
Trailer Towing Connector (Vehicles with a Trailer Towing Package and 7–Pin Connector)
255
Hitches
255
Weight-Distributing Hitch
255
Safety Chains
256
Trailer Brakes
256
Trailer Brake Controller Connector (If Equipped)
257
Trailer Lamps
257
Before Towing a Trailer
257
When Towing a Trailer
257
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)
258
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
259
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
260
Emergency Towing
260
Recreational Towing
260
Driving Hints
262
BREAKING-IN
262
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
262
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
263
FLOOR MATS
264
Roadside Emergencies
266
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
266
Vehicles Sold in the U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance
266
Vehicles Sold in the U.S.: Using Roadside Assistance
266
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside Assistance
267
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance
267
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
267
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
267
JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE
268
Preparing Your Vehicle
268
Connecting the Jumper Cables
269
Jump Starting
269
Removing the Jumper Cables
270
Customer Assistance
271
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
271
Away from Home
271
Additional Assistance
272
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
273
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
274
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION or ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
275
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
275
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE
277
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual
277
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
278
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
278
Fuses
279
CHANGING A FUSE
279
Fuses
279
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
279
FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
280
Power Distribution Box
280
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
285
Maintenance
288
GENERAL INFORMATION
288
Precautions
288
Working with the Engine Off
288
Working with the Engine On
288
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD
289
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
290
3.5L V6 engine
290
3.5L V6 EcoBoost® Engine
291
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
292
ENGINE OIL CHECK
292
Adding Engine Oil
293
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
293
Checking the Engine Coolant
293
Adding Engine Coolant
294
Recycled Engine Coolant
295
Severe Climates
295
Engine fluid temperature management (EcoBoost engine only)
296
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling
297
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
297
When Fail-Safe Mode is Activated
298
TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK
299
6 F50/6F55 Transmission
299
Moving the Air Filter Assembly (EcoBoost engine)
300
Low fluid level
301
Correct fluid level
301
High fluid level
302
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
302
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
303
POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK
303
FUEL FILTER
303
WASHER FLUID CHECK
303
CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
304
Battery relearn
305
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
306
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
306
Changing rear window wiper blade
306
AIR FILTER CHECK
307
Changing the air filter element
308
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
309
Vertical Aim Adjustment
309
CHANGING A BULB
311
Lamp Assembly Condensation
311
Replacing headlamp bulbs
311
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
312
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
312
Replacing fog lamp bulbs
313
Replacing rear stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs
313
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
314
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
314
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
315
Vehicle Care
316
GENERAL INFORMATION
316
CLEANING PRODUCTS
316
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
316
Exterior Chrome
317
Underbody
317
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
317
WAXING
318
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
318
CLEANING THE ENGINE
318
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
319
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
320
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS
320
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
321
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
322
VEHICLE STORAGE
322
Removing Vehicle from Storage
324
Wheels and Tires
325
GENERAL INFORMATION
325
Notice to Crossover Vehicle Owners
325
All-Wheel Drive System (If Equipped)
325
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
326
TIRE CARE
327
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading
327
Treadwear
327
Traction AA A B C
327
Temperature A B C
328
Glossary of Tire Terminology
328
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
329
Information on P Type Tires
330
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for LT Type Tires
333
Information on T Type Tires
334
Location of the Tire Label
334
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
335
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
337
Tire Wear
337
Damage
337
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
338
Tire Replacement Requirements
339
Safety Practices
340
Highway Hazards
340
Tire and Wheel Alignment
341
Tire Rotation
341
USING SNOW CHAINS
342
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
343
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
344
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System
345
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
345
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
345
When Inflating Your Tires
347
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
347
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
348
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information
348
Tire Change Procedure
350
Stowing the tire and jack
353
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
354
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
354
Capacities and Specifications
356
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
356
Engine Drivebelt Routing
356
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
357
MOTORCRAFT™ PART NUMBERS
360
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
360
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
361
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION
362
Accessories
363
ACCESSORIES
363
Exterior style
363
Interior style
363
Lifestyle
363
Peace of mind
364
Ford Extended Service Plan
365
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
365
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only)
365
Ford ESP can quickly pay for itself
365
Coverage for up to 500+ covered components
365
Rental Car Reimbursement
365
Roadside Assistance
366
Transferable Coverage
366
Avoid the Rising cost of vehicle maintenance
366
Interest Free Financing Options Available
367
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
367
Audio System
368
GENERAL INFORMATION
368
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
368
CD and CD Player Information
368
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
369
MyFord® SYSTEM
370
Menu Structure
372
AM/FM/CD PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
375
AM/FM/CD SONY® AUDIO SYSTEM
376
HD RADIO™ INFORMATION (IF AVAILABLE)
377
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
379
SATELLITE RADIO INFORMATION (IF EQUIPPED)
381
Satellite Radio Channels
381
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
381
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
381
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
382
Troubleshooting
382
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
383
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
385
MEDIA HUB (IF EQUIPPED)
385
SYNC®
386
GENERAL INFORMATION
387
Support
387
SYNC Owner Account
387
Driving Restrictions
387
Safety Information
387
Privacy Information
388
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
389
Initiating a Voice Session
389
System Interaction and Feedback
389
Adjusting the Interaction Level
390
Helpful Hints
391
USING SYNC WITH YOUR PHONE
391
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
391
Pairing Subsequent Phones
392
Phone Voice Commands
393
Making Calls
395
Receiving Calls
395
Phone Options during an Active Call
395
Accessing Features through the Phone Menu
397
Text Messaging
398
Receiving a Text Message
399
Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages
399
Accessing Your Phone Settings
401
System Settings
403
Bluetooth Devices Menu Options
403
Advanced Menu Options
405
SYNC APPLICATIONS AND SERVICES (IF EQUIPPED)
406
911 Assist®
406
Setting 911 Assist On
407
In the Event of a Crash
408
911 Assist May Not Work If
408
911 Assist Privacy Notice
409
Vehicle Health Report
409
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
411
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)
411
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
412
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu
412
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
412
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
413
USING SYNC WITH YOUR MEDIA PLAYER
414
Connecting Your Digital Media Player via the USB Port
414
What’s Playing?
415
Media Voice Commands
415
Media Menu Features
418
Accessing Your Play Menu
421
System Settings
423
Bluetooth Devices Menu Options
424
Advanced Menu Options
425
TROUBLESHOOTING
426
MyFord Touch® (If Equipped)
434
INTRODUCTION
434
Using the Touch-sensitive Controls on Your System
437
Cleaning the Touchscreen Display
437
Support
437
Safety information
438
Speed-restricted Features
438
Privacy information
439
ACCESSING AND ADJUSTING MODES THROUGH YOUR RIGHT VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED)
440
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
441
How to Use Voice Commands with Your System
442
What Can I Say?
442
Helpful Hints
442
Accessing a List of Available Commands
443
Voice Settings
443
Using Voice Commands with the Touchscreen Options
444
ENTERTAINMENT
445
Browsing Device Content
445
AM and FM
447
Memory Presets
447
HD Radio
447
Scan
447
Options
448
Direct Tune
448
HD Radio™ Information (If Available)
448
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
450
Radio Voice Commands
452
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)
453
Presets
453
ALERT
453
Replay
453
Scan
453
Options
453
Direct Tune
454
Browse
454
Satellite Radio Voice Commands
454
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Information
455
CD
458
Repeat
458
Shuffle
458
Scan
458
More Info
458
Options
458
Browse
459
CD Voice Commands
459
SD Card Slot and USB Port
459
SD Card Slot
459
USB Port
460
Playing Music from Your Device
460
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
461
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information
462
Bluetooth Audio
463
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
463
A/V Inputs
463
Troubleshooting
465
PHONE
466
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time
467
Pairing Subsequent Phones
467
Making Calls
468
Receiving Calls
468
Phone Menu Options
468
Phone
468
Quick Dial
468
Phonebook
469
History
469
Messaging
469
Settings
469
Text Messaging
469
Composing a Text Message
470
Receiving a Text Message
471
Phone Settings
471
Bluetooth Devices
471
Bluetooth
471
Do Not Disturb
471
911 Assist
471
Phone Ringer
471
Text Message Notification
471
Internet Data Connection
472
Manage Phonebook
472
Roaming Warning
472
Phone Voice Commands
472
INFORMATION
473
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)
474
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
475
Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Touchscreen
475
Receiving Turn-by-Turn Directions
475
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
476
SYNC Services Voice Commands
477
SIRIUS Travel Link (If Equipped and If Activated)
477
Traffic On Route and Traffic Nearby
478
Fuel Prices
478
Movie Listings
478
Weather
478
Sports Info
478
Ski Conditions
478
SIRIUS Travel Link Voice Commands
478
Alerts
480
Calendar
480
911 Assist® (If Equipped)
480
Setting 911 Assist On
481
To Make Sure that 911 Assist Works Properly
482
In the Event of a Crash
482
911 Assist May Not Work If
483
911 Assist Privacy Notice
483
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only)
483
Making a Report
484
Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice
484
SETTINGS
485
Clock
485
Display
486
Uploading Photos for Your Home Screen Wallpaper
486
Sound
487
Vehicle
487
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
487
Vehicle Health Report
487
Door Keypad Code
487
Rear View Camera
488
Enable Valet Mode
488
Settings
488
System
488
Voice Control
489
Media Player
490
Navigation
491
Phone Settings
492
Wireless & Internet
493
Help
495
CLIMATE
496
Climate Control Voice Commands
498
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
499
Setting a Destination
500
Point of Interest (POI) Categories
501
cityseekr (If Available)
501
Setting Your Navigation Preferences
503
Map Preferences
503
Route Preferences
503
Navigation Preferences
504
Traffic Preferences
504
Avoid Areas
504
Map Mode
505
Auto Zoom
506
Map Icons
506
Quick-touch Buttons
507
Set as Dest
507
Set as Waypoint
507
Save to Favorites
507
POI Icons
507
Cancel Route
507
View/Edit Route
508
Navigation Map Updates
508
Navigation Voice Commands
508
One-shot Destination Street Address
510
Appendices
511
GENERAL INFORMATION
511
SYNC® End User License Agreement (EULA)
511
End user notice
516
Microsoft® Windows® Mobile for Automotive Important Safety Information
516
General operation
516
TeleNav Software End User License Agreement
518
NavTeq End User License Agreement
523
Gracenote® Copyright
526
Gracenote® End User License Agreement (EULA)
527
Scheduled Maintenance
530
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
530
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?
530
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?
530
Factory-Trained Technicians
530
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® Replacement Parts
530
Convenience
530
Protecting Your Investment
531
Additives and Chemicals
531
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
532
Owner Checks and Services
532
Multi-point Inspection
533
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
535
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
535
Maintenance Schedule Log
538
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
541
Special Operating Condition Log
543
EXCEPTIONS
545
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
546
Engine Coolant Change Log
546
Index
547
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