Ford 2010 Fusion v.1- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake...

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement,other government authorit...

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their vehicle. Only use cel...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster shown, optional cluster and vehicleswith manual transmission similar Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with...

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which coulddamage your catalytic co...

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, contact your authorizeddealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is amalfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-...

Overdrive cancel and gradeassist: Illuminates when the overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned offand the grade assist function hasbeen turned on, refer to the Driving chapter. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or w...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon...

MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the on position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status. Thesystem will also notify you...

3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press theRESET control switch to change the Oil Life Start Value. Each releaseand press will reduce the value by 10%. Note: Oil life start value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months. For example, setting oil life start value to ...

Autounlock This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 1. To disable/enable the autounlockfeature, select this function from theSETUP control for the currentdisplay mode. 2. Press RESET to turn autounlockon ...

Language 1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed. 2. Waiting four seconds or pressingRESET cycles the message centerthrough each of the language choices. Selectable languages are English, Spanish or French. 3. Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the...

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on thedriver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system fromtriggering, the ignition must be turned to Start before the 12 secondchime expires. See Perimeter ala...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/single CD or in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible soundsystem WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The d...

CAT/FOLD (Category/Folder): This feature allows you to select from various music categories. To change RDS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use / to toggle RDS to ON. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press / to s...

CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): Press to toggle between turning the most recently selected satellite radio category on or off. The categoryicon (CAT) will illuminate in the display when a specific category isselected (the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL). If nocategory has ever been sel...

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. c. DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK toconfirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALLDELETED. Note: If there are no so...

Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features: BASS: Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass. TREBLE: Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of treble. BALANCE: Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. FADE: Press SEEK/TR...

(Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to the SYNC information included with your vehicle for further information. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NOPHONE. Auxiliary input jack (Line ...

USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of thei...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that i...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information.3. Defrost: Distributes outside air throu...

10. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically ...

For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select the coolest temperature setting. 3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially. As the interior starts to cooldown, adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Se...

11. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically ...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. CLIMATE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See Touchscre...

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather,select (defrost) or (flo...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument p...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the low beam headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled b...

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer control requires re-calibration. Press the dimmercontrol from the full dim position to the full on position to reset. Thiswill ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. AIMING THE H...

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps. Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, storage binsand cupholders with a choice ofseven colors. The ambient lightingcontrol is located on the in...

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines) High beam/low beam bulb replacement For driver side replacement of this bulb, do the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not st...

Low beam 6. Disconnect the electrical connector. To install, reverse the removal procedure. For passenger side replacement of the high beam bulb, do thefollowing: 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Reach over the front bolster. 3. Disengage the windshield...

6. Disconnect the electricalconnector. 7. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and install the new one. WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause theb...

Replacing headlamp bulbs (3.5L engine) High beam/low beam bulb replacement For driver side replacement of the high beam/low beam bulbs, do thefollowing: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Reach over the front bolster and remove the rubber bulb access cover...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically ...

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column. 2. While the lever is in the downposition, move the steering wheelup or down and in or out until youfind the desired position. 3. While holding the steering wheelin place, pull the lever ...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compartment Press on the rear edge of thecompartment door to open. The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or asimilar object. ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQ...

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CAL display changes to thedirection value (N, S, E, W, etc.). Itmay take up to five c...

INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the button toopen the storage compartment. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet ...

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter ...

To operate ONE TOUCH DOWN: • Press the switch completely downto the second detent and releasequickly. The window will openfully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. If the switch is pressed and held tothe normal close or ONE TOUCH UP position during a ONE TOUCHDO...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver and front passenger tooperate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver and frontpassenger) press the right side ofthe control. Press the left side torestore the window controls. Accessory delay With accesso...

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rear view camera system, a video image will be displayed in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped)when the vehicle is put in (R) reverse. ...

Setting speed control Note: The appearance of your vehicle’s speed control switchesmay vary according to your option package. The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. ...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Press the OFF control. • Turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features Press ME...

Navigation system/SYNC handsfree control features(if equipped) Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press andhold to exit phone mode or end a call.For further information on ...

Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as themoon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at aprescribed position. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignition isturned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back,the moon...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post. Make sure that themat does not ...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the locks and starts thevehicle, and a remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your ve...

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into thei...

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has beenenabled. Autounlock feature The autounlock feat...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back ...

• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving yourvehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fallout or block the driver’s rear view. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-voltlithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To r...

system section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when theIntegrated Keyhead Transmitter is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the 3 (on)position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (on)position to the 1 (off) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ign...

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the trunk. The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; thiscode is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and isavailable ...

The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing the control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter. • the ignition is turned on. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the...

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause dama...

The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. Ifthe theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashesrapidly, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Replacement Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and codedkeys Note: Your vehicle comes equippe...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter portion ofyour Integrated Keyhead Transmitter. • Unlocking the doors using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped). • Turn ignition to the on position with a valid ...

SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...

Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Folding down the front passenger seatback (if equipped) The front passenger seatback can be folded to a horizontal position tomake room for a long load. To fold...

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its originalposition, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. Anunlatched seat may become dangerous in the event...

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Move the control in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion. Move the control in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control in the direc...

To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into theguide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint downuntil it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint iseven with the top of your head and positioned as close as poss...

to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained bysafety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crashbraking. The mo...

Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlledmanner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occup...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongu...

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movem...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Comp...

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safetybelt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped ...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The passenger airbag cover is a seamless design so that you cannot seethe boundary around its door. The shaded area in the illustrationrepresents the passenger airbag cover. WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag cover. Placing objects on or ove...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat sideairbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and thechild or small person is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag of...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or betweenthe seat and the center console (if equipped).C...

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in theinstrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the cond...

The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designedto inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-fro...

Side curtain airbag system WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying side aircurtain. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the riskof personal injury in the event of acollision. WARNING: Do not plac...

How does the side air curtain system work? The design and development of theside air curtain system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the ris...

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing: • The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) willeither flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned to the on position. • A series of five beeps will...

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safetyorganizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Fordrecommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety...

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are shapeddifferently. The child height, age and weight threshold...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the informationpresented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully fol...

Refer to Rear adjustable head restraints earlier in this chapter for more information. WARNING: If the head restraint has been removed from a seating position to accommodate a high back child restraint, the head restraint must be re-installed prior to use of the seat by any otheroccupant in order to...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

3. Open the tether anchor cover. 4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the ...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

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 control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat build...

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, ...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

WARNING: 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 precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., 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 fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/AllWheel Drive (AWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanicalprob...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. 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 aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is nolonger capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the followingchart for information conc...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condi...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, ve...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2010 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA ...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the local home improvement store to finish that patioyou have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat fol...

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) 2.5L and 3.0L vehicles: Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the groundor with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you areusing a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipmentprovider. Note: If you tow your vehicle wit...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuits ...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine begins cranking. Your vehiclehas a computer assisted crankingsystem that assists in starting theengine. After releasing the key fromthe 4 (start) ...

become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sureto check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the systemhas been operating for approximately a half hour. • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your falltune-up to be sure it’s in good working or...

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringstart up, remains on or flashes, theABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled andthe ABS light is on, normal brakin...

Traction Control (TCS) Traction Control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintaintraction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hillyroad surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may workseparately or i...

STEERING 2.5L I4 engine and 3.0L V6 Duratec engines: Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system. There is nofluid reservoir to check or fill. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if theignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually,...

To help prevent damage to the power steering system, never hold thesteering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more thana few seconds when the engine is running. If the power steering systembreaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehiclemanually, but it...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatictransmission equipped with a 2.5L I4 engine (if equipped) P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels fromturning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Depress the brake pedal • M...

D (Drive) with Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist Initially, moving the lever to (M)activates two features at the sametime: Overdrive cancel and gradeassist. The message center displayon the instrument cluster will showD and the overdrive cancel andgrade assist lamp will illuminate. 1. Overdrive canc...

To manually downshift the transmission: 1. Move the gearshift lever forwardto (-). 2. Release the lever, and it willreturn to the M position. Thetransmission will downshift. To manually upshift thetransmission: 1. Move the gearshift lever rearwardinto (+). 2. Release the lever, and it willreturn to ...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 1. Press the clutch pedal to thefloor, th...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rear-view camera system,located on the trunk, provides avideo image which appears in therear view mirror or on thenavigation screen (if equipped), ofthe area behind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle. To ...

Note: The default setting for the rear camera delay is off. Push the “Settings” button found on the navigation screen to set the rear cameradelay feature to on or off. Refer to the Navigation supplement for more information.The camera lens for the camera system is located on the trunk. Keep thelens ...

The BLIS™ will trigger the alert for vehicles that enter your blind zonefrom the rear or merge in to the blind zone from the side. Vehicles thatyou pass, or a vehicle that enters the blind zone from the front, willtrigger the alert only after the vehicle is present in the blind zone forthree seconds...

Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operation The cross traffic alert system warnsthe driver of approaching vehicleswhen R (Reverse) is selected andthe vehicle is backing out of afront-in parking spot. It sounds aseries of tones and flashes theBLIS™ indicator found on theexterior mirror on the side of ...

Cross Traffic coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles(refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left] ). CTA Detection Limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting theb...

on at the next ignition key cycle. When either the BLIS™ or CTA isturned off, the message center displays BLIND SPOT SYS OFF and/orCTA SYSTEM OFF. When the BLIS™ or CTA system is off, the driverwill not receive alerts. Refer to Message Center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. The BLIS™-CTA can be d...

All components of the AWD system are sealed for life and require nomaintenance. Note: When an AWD system fault is present, the warning CHECK AWD will display in the message center. The AWD system is not functioningcorrectly and defaulted to front wheel drive. When this warning isdisplayed, have your...

Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. Aswhen you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoidspinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction ofthe slide until ...

Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or emptyand durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford MotorCompany strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suc...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Driver smart window motor 2 15A Brake on/off switch, Centerhigh-mounted stop lamp 3 15A Not used (Spare) 4 30A Not used (Spare) 5 10...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 44 — Not used 45 15A** Injectors 46 15A** PCM 47 10A** General powertrain components, A/Cclutch relay, Backup lamps 48 15A** Ignition coils 49 15A** Emissions related powertraincomponents (2.5L & 3.5L) 20A** Emissions related powertraincompo...

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, itwill no longer...

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb. ft. N • m M12 x 1.5 100 135 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt ...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is availablefrom your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, su...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellen...

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior paintedsurfaces. • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish of the instrument panel, ...

WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, 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 aff...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Customer Infor...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch pedal, place the gearshift inN (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduc...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only) 6. Battery 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9. Cool...

3.0L V6 Duratec engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only) 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid rese...

3.5L V6 Duratec engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Transmission fluid dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 10. Engine coolant reservoir 2010 Fusion (...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16-A2.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield. Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has man...

• 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L/3.5L V6 Duratec engines • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. On the ...

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetrol...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has acover/shield, make sure it isreinstalled after the battery hasbeen cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation,keep th...

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 againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, ...

After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration.Refer to the Checking engine coolant section. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34°F [–36°C]), drain some coolant and adjustthe concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a50/50 coolant concentra...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in thewinter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabo...

When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the enginewill completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort toincrease. Once the eng...

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful i...

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump no...

Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed overthe fuel fill inlet. Choosing the right fuel If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADEDFUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85). If your vehicle is not a flexible fu...

FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol(Ed75–Ed85), “Regular” unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the twofuels. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertraindamage, a loss of vehicle performance, and your warranty may beinvali...

Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components. If you have ru...

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the underside of thespare tire cover or is included withthe tire changing tools. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dis...

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idleperiods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm ...

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir. • 2.5L engine • 3.0L and 3.5L engines The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when thebrake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normal operat...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface. 2. Engage the parking brake fully –put in first gear. 3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move. 4. Clean the filler plug. 5. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 6. Fluid level should be at bott...

Changing the air filter element • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 Duratec engine • 3.5L V6 Duratec engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 2010 Fusion (fsn) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus) Maintenance and Spe...

• 3.5L V6 Engine 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli...

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmission each coderepresents. Description Code 6–Speed Manual Transmission (G6M) 6 6–Speed Automatic Transmission (6F35) W 6–Speed Automatic Transmission...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or ofthe front or rear axle (GV...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to ...

A Accessory delay ..........................81 AdvanceTrac ..............................206 Air cleaner filter .......316–317, 319 Air conditioning automatic temperaturecontrol system ....................48, 51 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................137, 146, 149 and child safe...