Ford 2011 Focus v.2- User Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicl...

DATA RECORDING 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, st...

CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

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 Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving ...

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will soundwhen there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety b...

Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Speed control (if equipped): Illuminates when the ...

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is on and any door, thetrunk or hood is open. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. I...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range. If it enters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible, s...

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. If equipped with a message center,refer to Message center in this chapter on how to switch thedisplay between Metric and English. Trip odometer: Registers the distance of individual journeys. • Standard instrument cluster: Press the SE...

Info Press the INFO button repeatedly tocycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFObutton until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents thetrip mode). Press and hold RESET until it resets. Refer to UNITS later i...

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps atservice stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed controlsystem engaged to ...

7. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 8. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. UNITS Displays the current units in English or Metric. Press RESET to change between English and Metric. AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle issh...

ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac 威 system and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE (if equipped)— Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/single CD satellite compatible sound system 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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary...

In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the < / > indicator is active, press TEXT and thenpress SEEK/TRACK to view the additional display text. CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): Press to switch between turning the most recently selected satellite radio ...

The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want todelete the currently listed song, press / to select either RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. c. DELETE ALL SON...

d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset thePIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TODEFAULT PIN will be displayed. e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back t...

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fullycharged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headp...

location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow theportable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehi...

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...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 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 ou...

10. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 11. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time ...

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in theMAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting andput the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position (automatictransmission only...

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. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The fog lamps can be turned onwhen the headlamp control is inthe or position and the high beams are not turned ...

Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position and • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position. WARNING: Alwa...

Rear dome lamp When the lamp control is in themiddle position, the rear dome lampwill come on when a door is openedor the unlock button is pressed onthe remote keyless entry. If the control is moved to the driverside position, the lamp will not comeon at all. If the control is moved to the passenger...

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. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...

TILT 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 until you find thedesired position. 3. While holding the steering wheelin place, pull the lever up to itsoriginal positi...

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...

• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine isnot running, • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers andother devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked forextended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. POWE...

Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver’s) press theright side of the control. Press theleft side to restore the windowcontrols. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has tw...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors (if equipped) WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direc...

Using speed control The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The followingbuttons work with speed control: RESUME: Press to resume a set speed. SET +: Press to set a speed or increase a set speed. SET –: Press to decrease a set speed. OFF: Press to turn speed control off. ON: Press to t...

Increasing speed while using speed control To set a higher speed: • Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release.You can also use SET + to operate the tap-up function. Press andrelease SET + to increase the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)increments. • Use the accelerat...

SYNC 威 hands free control feature (if equipped) Press briefly to use the voice command feature. You will hear atone and LISTENING will appear inthe radio display. Press andhold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press andhold to end call or exit phone mode. P...

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 retention post andpress down to lock in. Make surethat the mat do...

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

• The AdvanceTrac 威 system cannot be turned off. When this optional setting is on, the MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate thesystem. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac 威 system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand. Create a MyKey™ To program MyKey™ on one of the...

4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the<…>. 5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will bedisplayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optionalsettings. Clear MyKey™ To reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys, do the following:...

Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there alwayshas to be at least one admin key). • Intelligent access key (if equipped) not in the backup slot — for vehicleswith push butt...

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Smart locks This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicleif your key is still in the ignition. When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with thepower doo...

• 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 remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace...

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. If all remote entry transmittersare not present during the programming procedure, the transmitters thatare not present during programming will no l...

The lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Illuminated exit • When all vehicle doors and the trunk are closed, and the key isremoved from the ignition, the interior lamps and parking lamps willilluminate. The lamps will turn off if all...

key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause amomentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting theengine. If a problem occurs, turn...

If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stayon for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle toyour authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new ...

Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmedmode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door, trunk or the hood isopened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter. Locks and Security ...

FRONT 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: Befo...

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of th...

Tip/slide front passenger seat (if equipped) Lift the control and fold theseatback forward. The seat can be slid forward toallow easier entry to the rear seats.Slide the seat back and fold backthe seatback until it locks with adistinct click. Rock the seat toensure that the catch is securelyengaged....

Folding down the rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additionalcargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, do the following: 1. Lower the head restraint (if equipped) to the lowest position. 2. Pull the strap located on theinboard side of the seatbac...

Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatposition. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System™ serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not function properly in the event of acollision. Safety belt precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the...

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the bel...

When to use the automatic locking mode This mode should be used any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seatingposition whenever possible. Refer to Safety restrai...

Safety belts with locking cinch tongue (rear center position only) The locking cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing whenthe belt is in the stowed position or while putting safety belts on. Whenthe locking cinch tongue of the lap/shoulder combination safety belt islatched into the buc...

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belton the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under thearm. 2) Never swing the safety belt aro...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer.Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the saf...

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...

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...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

WARNING: If the side air curtain has deployed, the air curtain will not functionagain. The side air curtainsystem (including the A, B andC pillar trim and headliner)must be inspected and servicedby an authorized dealer. If the air curtain is not replaced, theunrepaired area will increase therisk of ...

The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BEdisposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following ...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Smallc...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the c...

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...

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position. 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 te...

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...

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 because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

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 increasedrisk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat buildup a...

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) 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 mechanicalproblem involved before t...

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 four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirepressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low.Once the light is ill...

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...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

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. Tires, Wheels and Loading 165 2011 Focus (foc) O...

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...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and 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 notru...

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) ...

Under normal operating conditions, brake dust may accumulate on thewheels. Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does notcontribute to brake noise. The use of modern friction materials withemphasis on improved performance and environmental considerationscan lead to more dust than in the p...

Switching off traction control If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose enginepower, switching off the TCS feature of the AdvanceTrac 威 system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin. This will restorefull engine power and will enhance momentum through the obs...

If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turnedoff), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • An improperly inflated tire • Uneven tire wear • Loose or worn suspension components • Loose or worn steering compone...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy.Adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmissionoperation and shift quality. When the ve...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. D (Drive) without Over...

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in asteady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal op...

Upshift according to the following chart: Recommended upshifts (for best fuel economy) when accelerating 5-speed manual transmission Shift from: 1 - 2 14 mph (23 km/h) 2 - 3 24 mph (39 km/h) 3 - 4 32 mph (51 km/h) 4 - 5 44 mph (71 km/h) Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop befor...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

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...

Canadian customers refer to your Warranty Guide or visit ourwebsite at www.ford.ca for information on: Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio i...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pressing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition to the on position. 5. W...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected circuits 40 20A Not used (spare) 41 15A Door lock/sunroof switchillumination, Auto dimming rearview mirror, Ambient lighting 42 10A Not used (spare) 43 10A Heated seats relay 44 10A Not used (spare) 45 5A Front wipers (logic) 46 7.5A Front passenger sens...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when...

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (...

Removing the spare tire and jack Remove the spare tire and jack byturning their tie-down boltscounterclockwise. The lug wrench islocated in a bag next to, or on topof, the spare tire. Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not preve...

1. Block the diagonally oppositewheel. 2. If equipped with a 6-spoke wheelcover that’s bolted on, remove thefour plastic nuts by turningcounterclockwise 1/4 turn for accessto the lug nuts. Note: To avoid damage to the wheel cover, the 6-spoke wheel covercannot be removed until the tire isoff the veh...

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* ft-lb N • m M12 x 1.5 100 135 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt th...

1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. 2. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable tothe negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the fi...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Remove the jumper cable fromthe ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on thenega...

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 authorizeddealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Plea...

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...

You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: F...

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform youof local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can onl...

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

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...

LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grainleather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care andmaintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort.Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain...

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 to find out wh...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under theinstrument panel. 2. Go to the fro...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 3. Power distribution box 4. Battery 5. Air filter 6. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10....

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 specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

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 many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material...

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands onopposite corners. WARNING: Keep batteri...

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result ofthis, the transmission may shift firmly when first driven. This operation isconsidered normal and will fully update transmission operation to itsoptimum shift feel...

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 theCOLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolantreservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for serv...

• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and new (unused) coolant together in the vehicle. Mixing of enginecoolants may harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of animproper coolant may harm engine and co...

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, towithin the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.If you removed the radiator cap in an ...

• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • A coolant concentration of 60% will provide freeze pointprotection down to -62°F [-52°C]. Increased engine coolantconcentrations above 60% will decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of the engine coolant and may causeengine damage. • ...

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: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine...

Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...

At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplight or “check fuel cap” message may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light or “check fuel cap” message to turn...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.Some stations offer fuels posted as“Regular” with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levelsbelow 87 are not recommended. Do not be co...

If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times afterrefueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longerthan normal. • Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is en...

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Have the vehicle loading and distrib...

• Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared todriving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is e...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature. 2. Turn the steering wheel left andright several times. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the fluid level. 5. If the fluid is below the MIN...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly, i.e., if the ...

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (120°F-140°F[50°C-60°C]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/orpossible damage. H...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at thebottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. I...

6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be surethat the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housing. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage tothe e...

Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following: • Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up onwindow surfaces. • Check windshield wipers for any deterioration. • Check under the hood for any foreign material that may have collecte...

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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 the ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful 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 t...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft 姞 replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft 威 branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, andwe stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry anationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and...

Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identifypotential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Companyrecommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at everyschedule...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Scheduled Maintenance Guide 279 2011 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

Every 15,000 miles(24,000 km) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (ifequipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, GrandMarquis and Town Car) Every 105,000 miles(168,000 km) Change engine coolant 1 Rep...

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintainedmore frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additionalmain...

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) – Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect brake system– Inspe...

Crown Victoria police interceptor & taxi, and Executive Series Town Car equipped with engine idle hour meter Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect brake system– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoi...

ENGINE IDLE HOUR METER (IF EQUIPPED): Your vehicle may be equipped with an idle meter to indicate how muchtime the vehicle is idling in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The meter isincorporated with the vehicle odometer. Depressing the odometer-resetbutton once will display the trip odometer (miles [km] fol...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) – Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag– Rotate tires, ins...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axlesare lubricated for life. These fluids are not...

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ Initial change – 6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change – every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km) Scheduled Maintenance Guide 294 2011 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...

A AdvanceTrac ..............................178 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................109, 118, 120 and child safety seats ............111description ..............109, 118, 120disposal ....................................124driver airbag ............111, 119, 121indicator ligh...