Ford 2012 Edge- 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...

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 Base instrument cluster with standard measure shown– metricsimilar Optional instrument cluster with standard measure shown–metric similar Warning lights can alert you to a vehicle condition that may becomeserious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayillumin...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned on when theengine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or byapplying the parking brake when the ignition is turned on. If the brakesystem war...

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If theindicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turn...

GAUGES Base cluster shown in standard measure – metric similar 1. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scalemay damage the engine. 2. Multifunction display: This displays the engine coolant temperature, ...

The engine coolant temperature gauge can be enabled or disabled. See Base message center in this chapter for information on changing the display settings. • AWD gauge (if equipped andenabled): displays power distribution between the frontand rear wheels. More power toeither front or rear wheels will...

2. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 3. Infotainment display: This display is used for the entertainment, phone, navigation and climate systems. See the MyFord Touch™ supplement for more information. BASE MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in lo...

Main menu Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrowkey or OK to enter into that menu option. Press the left arrow key asneeded to exit back to the main menu. *Trip 1 or 2 Trip Odometer — shows the accumulated trip distance. Trip Timer — shows the elapsed trip time. T...

Main menu From the main menu screen you can choose from the followingcategories: Display Mode Trip 1 & 2 Fuel Economy Settings Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the categories, then press the rightarrow key or OK to enter into that category. Menu Control: You can choose a different ...

Display Mode Press the right arrow on the left steering wheel mounted button whenDisplay Mode is selected. The boxes in the upper right corner of thescreen indicate that there are multiple screens that you can navigatethrough. Each press of the right arrow will navigate to the next screenuntil the l...

Standard trip display • Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. • Elapsed trip time — timer stops when the vehicle is turned off andrestarts when the vehicle is restarted. Enhanced trip display • Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. • Average fuel economy — shows the ave...

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Settings/Vehicle Settings In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices. Pressthe right arrow key (when in the Settings menu) to reach the listedmodes below: Note: Some ite...

Units Distance Miles & Gal / Km & Liters Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) / Celsius (°C) Restore Defaults Hold OK to Restore Settings to Factory Defaults Information In this mode, you can view different vehicle system information andperform a system check. Warnings XX Warnings Displays the number...

System warnings and status messages See System warning and status messages later in this chapter for more information. SYSTEM WARNINGS AND STATUS MESSAGES System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems. Note: Depending on the vehicle options equippe...

Adaptive Cruise Control Messages Action / Description ADAPTIVE CRUISEMALFUNCTION Displayed when a radar malfunction ispreventing the ACC from engaging. ADAPTIVE CRUISENOT AVAILABLE Displayed when conditions exist such that theadaptive cruise cannot function properly. ADAPTIVE CRUISENOT AVAILABLESENS...

Alarm/Security Messages Action / Description STARTING SYSTEMFAULT This message is displayed when there is aproblem with your vehicle’s starting securitysystem; your vehicle will not be able to start.See your authorized dealer for service. TO STOP ALARMSTART VEHICLE Displayed when the perimeter alarm...

Battery and Charging System Messages Action / Description CHECK CHARGINGSYSTEM Displayed when the charging system needsservicing. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on, contact your authorized dealer assoon as possible. TURN POWER OFFTO SAVE BATTERY Displayed when the battery managementsyst...

BLIS 威 Messages Action / Description CROSS TRAFFICNOT AVAILABLESENSOR BLOCKED Displayed when the blind spot informationsystem/cross traffic alert system sensors areblocked. See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS 威 ) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. CROSS TRAFFICSYSTEM FAULT Displaye...

General Messages Action / Description SHIFT TO PARK Displayed when the engine is turned off withthe shift select lever in any position other thanP (Park). STEERING LOCKTURN WHEEL TOUNLOCK Displays when you need to turn the steeringwheel in order to disengage the steering lock. Keys and Intelligent A...

Park Aid Messages Action / Description CHECK PARK AID Displayed when the transmission is in R(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. CHECK REAR PARKAID Displayed when the transmission is in R(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. REAR PARK AID ONOFF Displays the rear park aid status. Passenger Sens...

MYFORD™ SYSTEM (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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperatio...

3. Use the center control in thesame manner you would a joystick— press / to move up/down in menus or press / to move out of or into a menu. When theseoptions are available, icons willappear on the screen.4. Press OK on the center control to make or confirm selections. Note: You can also use the OK ...

• RBDS/RDS Text: Select to turn Radio Broadcast Digital Signal text on to view additional broadcast data. Note: This feature defaults to off, but it must be turned on in order for you to choose and set acategory. When this feature is activated, all of your text will scroll onone line. To see all of ...

• Alerts: Select this to create an alert for a particular song or artist or team. The system will then alert you when it is playing on anotherchannel. From this screen you can also maintain alerts, enable/disableand delete alerts from your list. You can save up to 20 alerts. If youattempt to save an...

Radio Display Condition Possible action No Signal Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. The signal is currently being blocked. When you move into an open area, the signal should return. Updating Update of channel programming in progress. No action requi...

The auxiliary input jack (AIJ) provides a way to connect and play musicfrom your portable music player over the vehicle speakers. To access: 1. Plug in one end of the cable into the AIJ (located in your centerconsole). 2. Listen to an FM station or a CD first to adjust the volume to acomfortable lis...

SINGLE ZONE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: Press MENU > Display Settings > Temp. Setting. 1. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Ce...

5. (Multifunction control): Press repeatedly to toggle through the settings and manually choose one of the following air distribution modes: • : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system willautomatically provide outsid...

For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode: 1. Select MAX A/C.2. Move temperature control selector to the coolest 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 col...

automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off,and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature. 11. Manual override controls: Press repeatedly to toggle through the settings and manually choose one of the following air distribution...

10. R (Rear defroster): Press to activate/deactivate the rear defroster. This button will also activate/deactivate the heated mirrors (ifequipped). Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 11. (Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents...

2. (Recirculated air): Touch 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...

MyTemp: Touch and hold to save the desired temperature for MyTemp. To access this setting again, simply touch the indicator.The MyTemp feature can be used to store and recall a preset driver’stemperature. This feature is provided so this temperature can be quicklyadjusted to a frequently used settin...

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 to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vent...

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature duringremote start based on the outside temperature. Engine idle may increaseto help with adjusting the cabin temperature. Note: No climate control adjustments will be recognized during remot...

For cold weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The heated seats (if equipped and if the feature is selected to AUTOin the message center) will be set to high. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated. For moderate weather conditions: • The interi...

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

3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position. 4. Turn the vehicle on. 5. Turn the vehicle off. 6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlightsshould turn on). 7. Turn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delaytime (up to three minutes) has been reache...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicablelit components in the vehicle duringheadlamp and parking lampoperation. • Tap the top or bottom of thecontrol to brighten/dim all interiorlit components incrementally, or • Press and hold the top or bottomof t...

4. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Hex headdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up).The horizontal edge of the brighterlight should touch the horizontalreference line. 5. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONTAL AIM I...

INTERIOR LAMPS Front row map lamps (if equipped) To turn on the map lamps, press theouter edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the dome lamp button on theinstrument panel is activated. • the remote entry controls arepressed and the ignition is off. Map/d...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Rear turn lamp 2 3757NAK (amber) Stop/tail/sidemarker lamp 4 3157K LCP or 3157K Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 168 * High-mount brake lamp N/A LED Map lamp 2 W5W Second row dome/reading lamp 3 578 Rear courtesy lamp 1 578 Visor vanity lamp 2 37 All repla...

WINDSHIELD WIPERS 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 (ifequipped): When the wiper control is set to any of the interval settingsexcept the longest pause setting...

Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes the wipers toswipe three times with washerfluid. • a long press and hold: the wipersand washer fluid will be activatedfor up to ten seconds. Mist wipe: Press the stalk down and release for a single swipe of the wipers without washer fl...

For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the 2 or O(off) position. Reverse wiper feature: The rear wiper will be automatically activated in an intermittent setting when shifting i...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. Slide-on-rod feature Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it ...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: 1. Cupholders 2. Two pen/pencil holders, traveltissue pack holder, and businesscard/paper holder. 3. Rear power point 4. Utility compartment with in-binpower point, media hub, removablecoin holder tray (two...

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigarlighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses....

One-touch up or down (driver’s window only) This feature allows the driver’s window to open or close fully withoutholding the control down. To operate one-touch down, press the switch completely down to thesecond detent and release quickly. The window will open fully.Momentarily press the switch to ...

Memory mirrors (if equipped) The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memoryset and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features whena memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter,keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver’s door. Refer ...

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed control The speed controls are located on the stee...

addition, the driver can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above thecurrent speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Always pay close attention to changing road conditions, especially when using adaptive cruise control. Adaptive cruise control cannot replace attentive drivi...

Setting adaptive cruise control 1. Press and release ON. Themessage center will display thegray ACC indicator light, current gap setting and SET. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press SET upward and release.The vehicle speed will be stored in the memory and the message centerwill display a gr...

• A failure has occurred in the ACC system or related system. Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blockedsensor is displayed, the radar signalsfrom the sensor have beenobstructed. The sensor is locatedbehind a fascia cover near the driverside of the lower grille. When theradar signals are obstru...

WARNING: Do not use ACC when towing a trailer with brake controls. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properly when ACC is activated because the brakes are electronically controlled.Failing to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, which could resultin serious injury. WARNING: Do not...

Navigation/SYNC 威 system hands-free control features (if equipped) Press to active the voice recognition feature. Refer to Voice recognition feature in the MyFord Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ supplement. Press to access phone features. Refer to Phone features in the MyFord Touch™ / MyLincolnTouch™ supp...

Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required byU.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannotdetect an object, signaling t...

signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink 威 accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropri...

For questions or comments, contact HomeLink 威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly sec...

WARNING (Continued) • Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operationcausing loss of control of vehicle. • To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down t...

POWER LIFTGATE (IF EQUIPPED) You can power open or close the liftgate with the following controls: • Instrument panel control button • Transmitter button • Outside liftgate control button • Control button in the rear cargo area Opening and closing the power liftgate: WARNING: Make sure all persons a...

like a garage or a parking structure. The liftgate or its components couldbe damaged in an enclosure if the liftgate is open while the vehicle isbeing operated. When power operating the liftgate at temperatures below 32°F (0°C), theliftgate may stop about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the full open positi...

To power close the liftgate withthe rear cargo area controlbutton: Press and release the control on theleft rear quarter panel to close theliftgate. Note: The rear cargo area control button is disabled when the liftgateis latched (fully closed). WARNING: Keep clear of the liftgate when activating th...

Cargo net The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the loops and anchorsprovided. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. Driver Controls 111 2012 Edge (edg) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

Utility hook The utility hook can be used tohang small items such as grocerybags, etc. Do not hang more than10 lb (4.5 kg) on the hook. Driver Controls 112 2012 Edge (edg) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

ROOF RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Loads should never be placed directly on the roof panel. For properfunction of the roof rack system, loads must be placed directly oncrossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails. Your vehicle may beequipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessorycross...

KEYS Integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo integrated keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade is used tostart the vehicle and unlock/lock thedriver’s door from outside thevehicle. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Y...

The IA key also contains aremovable mechanical key bladethat can be used to unlock thedriver door. To release themechanical key blade, slide therelease on the back of thetransmitter and pull the blade out. Your IA keys are programmed toyour vehicle. You cannot enter or start your vehicle with anunpr...

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Smart unlocks for integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) 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...

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 (if enabled) The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is on, all the doors are clo...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when thechildproof door locks are set, butthe doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onthe rear edge of each rear door andmust be set separate...

The transmitter allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors . • remotely lock all the vehicle doors . • remotely open the power liftgate (if equipped) . • remotely start/stop the vehicle (if equipped) . Refer to Remote start later in this section. • activate the personal alarm . • arm and dis...

Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IAkey) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot nearthe key ring to remove the batterycov...

2. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing oftransmitter batteries. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe instructions inside the IA keyfor the correct orientation of thebattery. Press the battery down toensure that the battery is fullyseated in the battery ho...

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 are closed, the ignition is turned off and the keyis removed from the ignition (IKT only), the interior dome lamps,parking lamps and the puddle lamps (i...

Vehicles with automatic climate control can be configured to operatewhen the vehicle is started. Refer to Remote start climate options in the Climate Controls chapter for more information and also refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter to learn how to enable different climate opti...

1. Press to lock all the doors. 2. Press two times. The exterior lamps will flash twice. If for some reason, the system fails to start, the horn will chirp. Note: If the vehicle has been remote started and is equipped with an IKT, you must turn the ignition on before driving the vehicle. If equipped...

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • recall memory seat/power mirrorspositions (if equipped). • enable/disable autolock and autounlock. • program/erase user codes. • arm/disarm the perimeter alarm syst...

Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personalcode. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad ...

SECURILOCK 姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from beingstarted unless a coded integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access keys programmed to your vehicle is used. Th...

The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts thevehicle, as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter. A maximum ofeight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of theseeight coded keys can be IKTs with r...

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least threeseconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 4. After three seconds but within ten se...

If the intelligent access key has been successfully programmed, it can beused to activate the intelligent access with push button start feature andcan be used to start your vehicle. Note: To program MyKey 威 features, refer to MyKey 威 in this chapter. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimete...

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 (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...

Power recline (if equipped) Move the switch to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness. Heated ...

To operate the heated seats: Press the heated seat symbol tocycle through the various heatsettings and off. Warmer settings areindicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are on, thefeature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. Memory ...

Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped) This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 in. (5 cm)when: • the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the key is removed from the ignition cylinder or the push button startsystem (if equipped) is switched off (refer to Push button star...

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...

Returning the 2nd row seatback to the upright position 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 the latches are e...

Seat-mounted armrest and cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with a rearseat armrest. To fold the armrestdown, release the latch located onthe seatback by pressing down andpulling forward. To access the cup holders, lift upone of the slotted areas on thecover. WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cuph...

Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbaginflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for morecommon, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used forthe most severe impact...

The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the frontpassenger airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag. The system isdesigned to help protect small (child size) occupants from frontal airbagdeployments when they are seated or restrained in the front passengerseat contrary to ...

safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seatposition sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, theRCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster.A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following. • The warni...

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. 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 ...

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Restraint of pregnant women WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. Theshou...

(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers.In addition, the retractor is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled outtoo quickly. If this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and pull webbingout again in a slow and controlle...

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To a...

To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide. 2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on the occupant’s shoulder. WARNING: Position the safety belt comfort guide so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adju...

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) Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying airbag is greatest close tothe trim covering the airbag module. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, sh...

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...

• a readiness light and tone • and the electrical wiring which connects the components • Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Safety Canopy 威 System later in this chapter. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pa...

Passenger airbag status indicator The front passenger sensing systemuses a passenger airbag statusindicator which will illuminateindicating that the front passengerfrontal airbag is either ON (enabled)or OFF (disabled). The indicatorlamp is located in the center stackof the instrument panel. Note: T...

• Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) • Objects placed on the occupant’s lap • Cargo interference with the seat • Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat • Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a p...

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. WARNING...

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected bythe collision will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate betweenthe door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection providedoccupa...

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

Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle.Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in ani...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsor tod-dlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Small...

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...

Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions(center seating use) The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced460 mm (18 inches) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH loweranchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. A child seat with rigidLATCH at...

2. Locate the correct anchor behindthe gap cover for the selectedseating position. 3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. WARNING: If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not beretained properly in the event of acollision. 4. Tighten the child safety seattether...

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...

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR P265/40R22 LOW-PROFILE TIRESAND WHEELS If your vehicle is equipped with P265/40R22 tires, they are low-profiletires. These tires and wheels are designed to give your vehicle a sportappearance. With low-profile tires, you may notice an increase in roadnoise and faster tire w...

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS All-wheel drive (AWD) system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time all-wheel drive (AWD)system. With the AWD option, power will be delivered to the frontwheels and distributed to the rear wheels as needed. This increasestraction which may enable you to s...

U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give youthe following information about tire grades exactly as the governmenthas written it. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe ...

INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressurewithout appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure o...

Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage (such asbulges in the tread or sidewalls, cracks in the tread groove andseparation in the tread or sidewall). If damage is observed or suspectedhave the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damagedduring off-road use...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay af...

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

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 ...

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with a TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function o...

Low tirepressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashingwarning light Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the vehicle torestore system functionality. For adescription on how the systemfunctions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is ins...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb wei...

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....

• Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combin...

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, thenthe load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now yo...

Hitches Do not use a hitch that clamps onto the vehicle’s bumper or attaches tothe axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% ofthe total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the hook retainers on thevehicle. To co...

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with all four wheels on the ground or with the front wheels off the ground by using a towdolly. If you are using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by theequipment provider. If you are towing with all four wheels on the ground,refer to the tow...

STARTING Positions of the ignition (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for ignition modes. 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessorie...

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park). 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine Note: If your ve...

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the vehicle to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still failsto start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keepingthe accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above...

4. Start — press the START/STOP button (for any length of time) whileapplying the brake pedal. Note: The indicator light on the start button will illuminate when the vehicle is in on mode and when the engine isstarted. There may be areas inside your vehicle where the IA key is not detected.If the me...

trunk, the message RESTART NOW OR KEY IS NEEDED will bedisplayed in the message center. You can re-start the vehicle (byapplying the brake pedal and pressing the START/STOP button) for upto 20 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After 20 secondshave expired, you can no longer start your ...

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear ofall combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper andsimilar items. • Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot ...

brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking isdone and normal brake operation resumes. These are normalcharacteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. Using ABS When hard braking is required, ...

and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. Turn the engine off, shift to P(Park) and apply the parking brake, and then inspect the acceleratorpedal for any interferences. If none are found and the condition persists,have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealer. Parking brake Apply the parkin...

If you switch off the traction controlsystem, the stability control off lightwill illuminate steadily. Selectingtraction control on will turn off thestability control light. In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake tractioncontrol features will continue to function. However, ESC...

During trailer sway control events, the stability control light in theinstrument cluster will flash momentarily. The message center will alsodisplay TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED. In some cases when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is too high and may be at or above aspeed at which trailer sw...

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • An improperly inflated tire • Uneven tire wear • Loose or worn suspension components • Loose or worn steering components • Improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steeringseem to wander/pull. BRAKE-SHIFT...

M (Manual) This vehicle may be equipped with a SelectShift Automatic™transmission (SST) gearshift lever. SST is an automatic transmission withthe ability for the driver to change gears up or down as desired. Bymoving the gearshift lever from D (Drive) to M (Manual), you now havecontrol of selecting ...

• To manually downshift thetransmission, pull the – paddle. • To manually upshift thetransmission, pull the + paddle. Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 ...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rear video camera system,located on the liftgate above thelicense plate, provides a video imageof the area behind the vehicle. Itadds assistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle. To use the rear videocamera system, place thetransmiss...

3. Select Rear View Camera The visual park aid alert options are ON and OFF. When towing, the reverse camera system will only see what is beingtowed behind the vehicle. This might not provide adequate coverage as itusually provides in normal operation and some objects might not beseen. • (1) Rear bu...

Press or to manually adjust the zoom levels. You can choose from OFF, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. The selected level will appear betweenthe buttons (i.e. Level 1). When activating manual zoom mode, thesystem always starts from OFF. When enabled, Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 will only be active whi...

WARNING: When manual zoom is enabled (AUTO, Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3), the full area behind the vehicle will not be shown. Be aware of your surroundings when using the manual zoomfeatures. WARNING: Use caution when using the rear video camera and the liftgate is ajar. If the liftgate is ajar, the...

WARNING: The collision warning system with brake support cannot help prevent all collisions. Do not rely on this system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed. Note: The collision warning with brake support will not detect, warn, or respond to potential collisions wit...

• Small distance to vehicle ahead. • Steering wheel and pedal movements are large (very active drivingstyle). • High interior temperatures, which may deactivate the illumination orthe warning lamps until the interior temperature reduces (audiblewarning will alert the driver). In addition, sun load a...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex spotter mirror built intothe upper outboard corner of the outside mirrors. They are designed toassist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. Formore information on your side view mirrors, refer ...

BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS 姞 ) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS 威 is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessingwhether a vehicle is within an areaon either side of the vehicleextending rearward from the outsidemirrors to approximately 10 feet(3 meters) beyo...

Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operation The CTA system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R(Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backing out of a front-in parkingspot. It sounds a series of tones and flashes the BLIS 威 indicator found on the exterior mirror on the side of the approa...

CTA coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer tofigure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left] ). CTA detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting theblind spot...

location and allow it to idle. The AWD OFF message will turn off when the system cools and normal AWD function returns. Note: The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road ...

If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac 威 with Roll Stability Control™, it may be beneficial to disengage the AdvanceTrac 威 with Roll Stability Control™ system while attempting to rock the vehicle. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the tran...

do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. Maintenance and modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance whether l...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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,...

Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. This card is found in the Owner’s Guideportfolio in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call1-800...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equippedwith a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to theengine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehic...

COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural — Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A — — Orange Green ...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Driver front smart window 2 15A Not used (spare) 3 30A Not used (spare) 4 10A Demand lamps 5 20A Not used (spare) 6 5A RF module 7 7.5A Power mirror switch, Memory seatswitch, Driver seat module 8 10A Not us...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 12 15A Interior lighting, Puddle lamps,Backlighting 13 15A Right turn/stop lamps and turnsignals 14 15A Left turn/stop lamps and turnsignals 15 15A Reverse lamps, Stop lamps,High-mounted stop lamps 16 10A Low beam headlamps (right) 17 10A Low be...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To red...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 86 7.5A* PCM relay, PCM keep-alive(3.5/3.7L engines) 87 5A* Run/start relay 88 — Run/start relay 89 — Not used 5A* Headlamp leveling motors (Chinaonly) 90 10A* PCM 91 10A* Adaptive cruise control (3.5/3.7Lengines) 5A* Automatic t...

tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor fordamage. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant,...

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to im...

• Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as soon as possible. Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake. 2. Place the gearshift lever in P(...

If you are stowing a flat 22 inch tire and wheel assembly, temporarily remove the load floor, plastic stowage bins (if equipped), andthe foam load floor supports to make space for the 22 inch tire andwheel assembly. Place the 22 inch tire & wheel assembly in the spare tirewell with the valve ste...

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole (1) and mounting surface prior toinstallation. Remove any visiblecorrosion or loose particles. RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portablefuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specification...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, thetransmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmi...

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 anddollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow w...

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a...

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...

• Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with th...

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 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 ...

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, useMotorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. 3.5L V6 engine shown, 3.7L engine similar 2.0L EcoBoo...

• Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plugwell, or the area in and around these locations. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcra...

PANORAMIC ROOF DEFLECTOR (IF EQUIPPED) Vacuum the wind deflector cloth to remove insects & loose dirt. Cleanwith Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner(ZC-54). INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster le...

FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These qualityproducts have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the style andap...

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...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the secondary hood latchthat is located under the frontcenter of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with th...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L EcoBoost™ engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 1 8 7 6 5 2 3 4 Maintenance and...

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. Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed withou...

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. See Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for location of dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil ...

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 2.0L EcoBoost™ engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines b...

3.5L/3.7L V6 engines Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requir...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life ofservice. Note: If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it isreinstalled after the battery hasbeen cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free opera...

• 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 COOLANTChecking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant shou...

• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coola...

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating orfreezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion/freeze protection characteristics of theengine coolant ...

If you notice any of the following: • the engine coolant temperature gauge moves fully into the red (hot)area • the coolant temperature warning light illuminates • the service engine soon indicator illuminates 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and place the vehicle in P(Park). 2. Leave...

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...

clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact cou...

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Easy Fuel 姞 “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with a capless fuel filler system. This allowsyou to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuel filler nozzleinto the fuel system. The capless system ...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause seriouspersonal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumo...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleadedgasoline. Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. Itshould not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fu...

Refilling with a portable fuel container With the Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel system, use the following directions when filling from a portable fuel container: WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel 威 system. This could damage the fuel s...

Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into th...

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local governments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission controlequipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could preventyou from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle ma...

1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn thesteering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the ...

Checking automatic transmission fluid (6F35) (if equipped) The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level s...

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter elementedges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filterdamage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Besure that ...

Brakes • Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released. Tires • Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle arecovered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricateworking pa...

2.0L EcoBoost™ engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety ComplianceCertification Label be affixed to avehicle and prescribe where theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel may be located. The...

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 ...

Peace of mind • Remote start • Wheel locks • Keyless entry keypad • Vehicle tracking and recovery* • Cargo security shade • Locking fuel plug • Vehicle security • Cargo area protector • Bumper protector • Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors* *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 32 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...

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repairexpenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may alsohelp to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. It is your responsibility to see ...

Genuine Ford parts and service When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership forall your vehicle’s needs. There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all yourservice needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. Convenience Many dealerships have ex...

Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil changeinterval as indicatedby the messagecenter Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure treaddepth Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (ifequipped with dipstick); consult de...

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 any of the following conditions, you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you occasionally operate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For speci...

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 the wheels and related components forabnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Rotate tires, inspect ...

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EXCEPTIONS There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listedbelow: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped withFord-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluidunless a lea...

using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API)performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc.) Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during highambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drivePower Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (...

A Accessory delay ..........................86 Adaptive Cruise Control .............90 AdvanceTrac ..............................244 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................169, 177, 180 and child safety seats ............171description ..............169, 177, 180disposal ..........

P Parental MyKeyprogramming .............................115 Parking brake ............................243 Parts(see Motorcraft 威 parts) ...........355 Passenger OccupantClassification Sensor .................155 Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...............................287 Power door locks ....

front seats .......................144, 147memory seat ...................128, 148 Second-row power fold seat ....151 SecuriCode keyless entrysystem ........................................134 SecuriLock passive anti-theftsystem ........................................136 Servicing your vehicle .......

Windows power .........................................85rear wiper/washer .....................82 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ..........................................80 checking and adding fluid .....323replacing wiper blades ...323–324 Wrecker towing .........................302 Index 396 ...