Ford 2012 Focus v.3- User Manual

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...

involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, theactivation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updatesto 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronicallyor verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such aslatitude and longitude), and/or other ...

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 Instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metric similar 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.M...

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

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning lightalso is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate...

AdvanceTrac 威 off light: Illuminates whenAdvanceTrac 威 /Traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer tothe Driving chapter for more information. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure shou...

GAUGES Base cluster shown in standard measure; uplevel cluster andmetric 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 is used to configure d...

Odometer : The odometer is displayed in the cluster and registers the total accumulated distance the vehicle has traveled. Trip odometer: Registers the distance of individual journeys. • Standard instrument cluster: Press the reset stem once to switch from the odometer to trip odometer . To reset th...

Menu Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrowkey or OK to enter into that menu option. Trip 1 and 2 Trip odometer — shows the accumulated trip distance. Displayed in themiddle line and is denoted by a 1 or 2 next to the highway symbol. Trip timer — shows the elapsed...

Use the left steering wheel controlsto navigate through the messagecenter. Press the up/down arrow buttons tomove up/down through the messagecenter choices. Press the left/right arrow buttons tomove left/right through the messagecenter choices. Press the OK button to selecthighlighted options and co...

Settings (cont’d) MyKey Create MyKey Hold OK to Create MyKey Traction Ctrl Always On or User Selectable Max Speed 80 MPH (130 km/h) or Off Speed Warning 45 mph (75 km/h), 55 mph(90 km/h), 65 mph (105 km/h) orOff Volume Limiter On or Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys System Reset Hold OK t...

Tire pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Message Action / Description Tire Pressure Sensor Fault Amber Displays when a tire pressuresensor is malfunctioning, oryour spare tire is in use. Formore information on how thesystem operates under theseconditions, refer to Understanding Your TirePressure Monit...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/CD/MP3 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 ...

• Audio Menu: Scroll to select Audio and then move right to enter the menu. Scroll to select from: • SCV level (if equipped): Scroll to select Speed compensated volume and move right to enter the menu. This featureautomatically adjusts the volume to compensate for speed andwind noise. You can set th...

4. Sound menu: Press access Treble, Bass, Fade (if equipped) and Balance menu options. Use / to cycle through the various options. When the desired option is chosen, press / to increase or decrease the levels. Press OK to set or MENU to exit. 5. Memory presets: To save a station, tune to the desired...

11. CD: Press to enter CD mode. Use the soft keys to select from possible on-screen options of play/pause, Rpt (repeat), and Shuff(shuffle). 12. / (Reverse/Fast forward): Press to access the previous/next track. Press and hold for a fast reverse or advance througha track. 13. (Eject): Press to eject...

12. / (Reverse/Fast forward): Press to access the previous/next track. Press and hold for a fast reverse or advance througha track. 13. (Eject): Press to eject a CD. 14–17. Soft keys: Press to choose the corresponding selection (ifavailable) in the display. MyFord Touch™ WARNING: Driving while distr...

Auxiliary input jack (Line in, 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 t...

Media hub (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with theMyFord Touch™ touchscreensystem, your media hub is located inyour center console and will containthe following: 1. USB ports 2. SD card slot 3. AV inputs For more information on these components, please refer to the Mediachapter of your MyF...

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...

SYNC 姞 (IF EQUIPPED) Note: The following SYNC 威 information is to be used in conjunction with the vehicle’s compatible audio systems listed on the previous pages. Thissection is NOT to be used in conjunction with the touchscreen system(MyFord Touch™). If you have the MyFord Touch™ system, please ref...

Added benefits SYNC 威 even has some benefits which extend beyond your car. You can: • Access on-line support • Chat with other SYNC 威 owners • Search for and download new applications • Check frequently asked questions (FAQs) • Check your phone and other devices’ compatibility • Register and set up ...

System interaction and feedback The system provides feedback through audible tones, prompts, questionsand spoken confirmations depending on the situation and the chosenlevel of interaction (voice settings). You can customize your VR systemto provide more or less instruction and feedback. The default...

Helpful Hints • Ensure that the interior of the vehicle is as quiet as possible. Wind noise from open windows and road vibrations may prevent thesystem from correctly recognizing spoken commands. • After pulling , ensure that you wait until after the tone sounds and Listening appears in the display ...

Pairing a phone for the first time The first thing you must do to use a phone with the system is towirelessly pair your phone with SYNC. Doing so allows your phone tocommunicate with the hands-free system, thereby enabling you to makeand receive hands-free calls. Note: To scroll through the menus, p...

3. Press OK and scroll until Bluetooth Devices is selected and pressOK. 4. Scroll until Add Bluetooth Device is selected and press OK. 5. When Find SYNC appears in the display, press OK. 6. Put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode. Refer to your phone’s user guide if necessary. 7. When prompted ...

Phone book commands: When you ask SYNC 威 to access a phone book name, number, etc., the requested information will appear in the displayto view. Press or PHONE or say “Call” to call the contact. * If you have said, “Dial” you can say any of the followingcommands: • <number> 0–9 • Dial • Delete...

Making a call To make a call, pull and when prompted say: • “Call <name>” or • “Dial” and the desired number. When the system confirms the number, say “Dial” again to initiate the call. Note: To erase the last spoken digit, say “Delete” or press . To erase all spoken digits, say “Clear” or pre...

Phone options during an active call During an active call, you have additional menu features which becomeavailable such as putting a call on hold, joining calls, etc. Scrolling through the menus: Use / to scroll through the menu options. To access: 1. Press MENU during an active call to enter the Ac...

Maneuvering the phone menu Below is a graphical representation of how the phone menu lays out inyour system. It will be explained in more detail in this chapter, but thismay help you to better visualize the menu structure. + Denotes submenus with additional menu items Scrolling through the menus: Us...

Accessing features through the phone menu SYNC’s phone menu allows you to redial a number, access your callhistory and phone book and send text messages as well as accessingphone and system settings. You can also access advanced features suchas 911 Assist™, Vehicle Health Report and SYNC Services. T...

Text messaging SYNC allows you to receive, send, download and delete text messages.The system will even read incoming text messages to you so that you donot have to take your eyes off the road. Note: This is a phone dependent feature. Receiving a text message Note: This is a phone dependent feature....

3. Scroll to select from the following options: Send Text Message? : Enables you to send a new text message based on a predefined set of 15 messages. 1. Press OK to select. If the system detects your phone does notsupport this feature, Unsupported will appear in the display and SYNC will return you ...

Modify Phonebook : Allows you to modify the contents of your phone book (i.e. add, delete, download). Press OK to select and scroll to cycle through the following options: • Add Contacts: Press OK to add more contacts from your phone book. ’Push’ the desired contact(s) on your phone. Refer to yourph...

Bluetooth Device menu options This menu allows you to add, connect, delete, set a phone as primary, aswell as turn Bluetooth on and off. To access: 1. Press PHONE or to enter the Phone Menu. 2. Scroll until System Settings appears and press OK. 3. Scroll until Bluetooth Devices appears and select OK...

Set As Primary Phone? : Select to set a previously paired phone as your primary phone. SYNC will attempt to connect with the primaryphone at every ignition cycle. • Press OK to select and scroll to select the desired phone. Press OK to confirm. Note: When a phone is selected as primary, it will appe...

Accessing and using your SYNC applications and Services(if equipped) In addition to the standard phone and media options which SYNC offers,your system also includes advanced features such as: • 911 Assist™: Can alert 911 in the event of an emergency. • Vehicle Health Report (if equipped, U.S. only):...

To connect to SYNC 威 Traffic, Directions & Information Services using the phone menu: 1. Press or PHONE to enter the Phone Menu. 2. Scroll repeatedly until Services appears in the display. 3. Press OK to confirm and enter the Services menu. The display willindicate the system is connecting. 4. P...

Portable: Your SYNC TDI Services subscription is associated with your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone number, not your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). Thus, you can use your SYNC TDI Service withany vehicle equipped with Traffic, Directions and Information. Simplypair and connect your phone to...

911 Assist™ (if equipped) For 911 Assist™ to function properly, the vehicle must havebattery power after the crash, the cell phone must be previouslypaired, connected to SYNC 威 , and continue to function properly with the ability to make and maintain a 911 call initiated bySYNC 威 , and the 911 Assis...

Vehicle health report (if equipped, U.S. only) WARNING: Always follow scheduled maintenance instructions, regularly inspect your vehicle, and seek repair for any damage or problem you suspect. Vehicle Health Reports supplements, but cannotreplace normal maintenance and vehicle inspection. Vehicle He...

You can initiate a Vehicle Health Report in the vehicle and view thecomplete report with all information listed above on SyncMyRide.com.You can also choose for SYNC 威 to automatically remind you to run reports at specific mileage intervals. After you’ve registered for theVehicle Health Report servic...

Media features with SYNC SYNC 威 allows you to access and play music from your digital musicplayer over the vehicle’s speakersystem using the system’s mediamenu or voice commands. You can also choose to sort and playyour music by specific metadatacategories such as: • Artists • Albums • Genres • Play...

To connect using the system menu: 1. Plug the device into the vehicle’s USB port. 2. Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu. 3. Scroll until Select Source appears and press OK. 4. Scroll to select USB and press OK. 5. Depending on how many digital media files are on yourconnected device, In...

Media voice commands Pull and when prompted, say, “USB” . You may then say any of the following: • Play all • Play • Pause • What’s playing? • Play next track • Play previous track • Play song <name> • Search song <name> • Refine song <name> • Similar music • Play next folder 2 • P...

Maneuvering the media menu Below is a graphical representation of how the phone menu lays out inyour system. It will be explained in more detail in this chapter, but thismay help you to better visualize the menu structure. + Denotes submenus with additional menu items Scrolling through the menus: Pr...

Accessing the features of your media menu SYNC’s media menu allows you to select which source you would like tolisten to, how you would like to play your music (by artist, genre, shuffle,repeat, etc.), and also if you need to add, connect or delete devices. To access your media menu: 1. Press AUX an...

Artists : Allows you to sort all indexed media by artist. Once selected, the system will list and then play all artists and tracks alphabetically. Ifthere are less than 255 indexed artist, they will be listed alphabetically inflat file mode. If there are more, they will be categorized intoalphabetic...

System settings System settings provide access to your Bluetooth Devices and Advancedmenu features. The Bluetooth Devices menu allows you to add, connect and delete adevice as turn the Bluetooth feature on and off. Your Advanced menu allows you to access and set prompts, languages,defaults and perfo...

Bluetooth Device menu options This menu allows you to add, connect and delete devices as well as turn Bluetooth on and off. To access: 1. Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu. 2. Scroll until System Settings appears and select OK. 3. Scroll until Bluetooth Devices appears. 4. Press OK and...

Troubleshooting Your SYNC 威 system is easy to use. However, should questions arise, please refer to the tables below as well as the Helpful Hints section that follows. Use the website at any time to check your phone’s compatibility, registeryour account and set preferences as well as access a custom...

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WARNING: Operating certain parts of this system while driving can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences. Do not changesystem settings or enter data non-verbally (using your hands) whiledriving. Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal ma...

SINGLE ZONE MANUAL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to the Message Center section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. (Fan speed adjustment): Turn to select the desired fan speed. 2. (Recirculated air): Press to activate/deactivate air re...

5. Multifunction control: Turn to manually choose one of the following air distribution modes: • (Panel): Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. • (Floor and Panel): Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. • (Floor): Dis...

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

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: Press MENU > Display Settings > Temp. Setting. If your vehicle isequipped with the touchscreen system, press Menu > Settings > System> Temperature. 1. (Power...

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has“aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardle...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster. Press R to turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the control will illu...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Note: The head lamp indicator will illuminate when the head lamps are activated. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensi...

Fog lamp control (if equipped) The fog lamps can be turned onwhen the headlamp control is in the , , or positions and the high beams are not turnedon. • Press the fog lamp control,located on the instrument panel,to activate the fog lamps. • Press the fog lamp control againto deactivate the fog lamps...

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may notprovide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activateyour headlamps under these conditions may result i...

• Tap the left control to dim allinterior lit componentsincrementally, or • Press and hold the left controluntil the desired lighting level isreached. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer will set the illuminated components to themaximum setting...

On the wall or screen you willobserve a flat zone of high intensitylight located at the top of the righthand portion of the beam pattern. Ifthe top edge of the high intensitylight zone is not at the horizontalreference line, the headlamp willneed to be adjusted. 4. Locate the vertical adjuster oneac...

Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates the interior with achoice of several colors. Theambient lighting control switch islocated in the overhead console. • Rotate the control knob past thefirst detent to activate and adjustto the desired brightness. • Press the left color pallet switchto cycle t...

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the off position and open thehood. 2. Remove the two screw from theheadlamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the headlampassembly up and away from thevehicle. Low beam...

WINDSHIELD WIPERS Move the lever down for a singlewipe. Move the control up one position for intermittent operation.Adjust the rotary control to thedesired speed. Move the control up two positionsfor low-speed wiping or three positions for high-speed wiping. The wipers may be moved manually with the...

Courtesy wipe feature One extra wipe will happen a few seconds after washing the frontwindow to clear any water that is dripping down from the top of thewindshield caused by the washing. Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. C...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver and front passenger tooperate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver’s and frontpassenger’s) press the control. Alight on the control will illuminatewhen the windows are locked. Pressthe control again to ...

Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. Blind spot mirrors Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can mai...

Turning off speed control To turn off the speed control, press and release OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Audio control features (if equipped) Press the arro...

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener whichcan be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter. HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor,provides a ...

1. Position the end of yourhand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while keeping theindicator light in view. 2. Simultaneously press and holdboth the chosen HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink 威 i...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing Step 1 outlined inthe Programming section, replace Step 2 with the f...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train...

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 secured toretention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interferewith the...

WARNING (Continued) • Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachmentinstructions 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 overthe retention post and press down to ...

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...

Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo intelligent access keys whichoperate the power locks and theremote entry system. You have tohave the IA key in the vehicle toactivate the push button startsystem. The IA key also contains a removablemechanical key bla...

admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distancethe vehicle has been driven with the MyKey 威 active. MyKey 威 restricted features Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed • Belt-Minder 威 cannot be cleared and will not expire. The audio system will be muted whenever Bel...

Using MyKey 威 with remote start systems MyKey 威 is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please seeyour authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system. Vehicles equipped with traditional keys: When using a Fo...

Autolock (if equipped) The autolock feature will lock all the doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is on, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h). If a door is unlocked, the autolock feature will repeat when...

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) FCC ID: LXP-RX4318 IC: 2298A-RX4318 The integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) and intelligent access keys(IA key) comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not c...

Intelligent access (if equipped) Your intelligent access system uses a radio frequency (RF) signal tocommunicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to unlockwhen commanded (either by touching the inside of any exterior doorhandle, the luggage compartment handle, or a button on the transmit...

Two-stage unlocking may be disabled or enabled by simultaneouslypressing the and controls on the transmitter for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlocksimultaneously). The turn signal lamps will illuminate twice to indicatethat two-stage unlock was enabled or dis...

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmittersreprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additionalIKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to yourauthori...

Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the lamps 10 minutes after the ignitionhas been turned off. • If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, thebattery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has beenturned off. • If the courtesy lamps were turned on be...

Programming spare integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) keys If you have intelligent access keys, refer to Programming spare intelligent access keys in this section. You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standardSecuriLock 威 coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will progra...

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’sengine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is anintegrated keyhead transmitter). If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourv...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by pressing the control on your remote entry transmitter. • Turn the ignition on or start the vehicle. • If using a key in the driver’s door to unlock the vehicle, a chime willsound when you open the d...

Adjusting the front manual seats WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 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 the passenger sensing system, resul...

• Up-down seat adjustment (driver’s side only) Pull up on the control to raise theseat and push down on the controlto lower the seat. • Recline adjustment Lift the control to adjust the angleof the seatback. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt,...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 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 the passenger sensing s...

• Setting 0 is off, 1 is the lowestheat setting and setting 5 is thehighest. REAR SEATS Second row head restraints Outboard seat positions Your vehicle is equipped with removable outboard head restraints. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger ...

Center seat position Your vehicle is equipped with a second row center head restraint that isvertically adjustable and removable. The adjustable center head restraintconsists of: • a trimmed energy absorbing foamand structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/releasebutton (3), • a...

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 thepassenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small(child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they areimproperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary toproper child-seating or restraint us...

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, front passengersensing system, and the driver seat position sensor. In addition, the RCMalso mon...

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. The sho...

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 controlled manner. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retr...

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned t...

If... Then... The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition or less than1-2 minutes have elapsed sincethe ignition switch has beenturned to on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety bel...

Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries.Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, s...

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restraine...

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...

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

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk ofin...

The side air curtains are mounted to the sheet metal above the first andsecond row seats. In certain lateral collisions, the air curtain andseat-mounted side airbag on the side affected by the collision will beinflated, except that the passenger sensing system will deactivate thepassenger seat-mount...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and indicators in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. A difficulty with the ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, orage Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four oryounger) Use a child safety seat(sometimes called aninfant carrier,convertible seat, ortoddler seat). Smallchi...

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...

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear a snap and feel the latchengage. Make sure the tongue islatched securely by pulling on it. 5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp...

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 spaced18 inches (450 mm) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH loweranchors is 11 inches (280 mm) center to center. A child seat with rigidLATCH at...

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...

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g.,convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and arearound four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner...

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 235/40R18 LOW-PROFILE TIRESAND WHEELS If your vehicle is equipped with 235/40R18 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 wea...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The ...

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...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

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...

Tire and Wheel Alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL 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 Identifi...

6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in yourowner’s guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 7. H: Indi...

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...

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...

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

SUMMER TIRES Your Ford vehicle may be equipped with summer tires to providesuperior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not havethe Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire sidewall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance asAll-season or Snow tir...

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 249 2012 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...

Before you tow your vehicle, follow these directions for your specificvehicle configuration after it is hooked-up to the RV or tow dolly: Vehicles with a manual transmission: 1. Release the parking brake. 2. Move the gearshift to the neutral position. 3. The maximum towing speed is 70 mph (113 km/h)...

STARTING Positions of the ignition If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for ignition modes. 1. 0 (off) — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. This positionalso shuts the engine and allelectric...

Starting the engine Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for starting. 1. Turn the key to II (on) withoutturning the key to III (start). 2. Turn the key to III (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine begins cra...

Ignition modes 1. Off — press and release the START/STOP button without applying thebrake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manualtransmission) when your vehicle is in on mode or when the engine isrunning. Note: In order to switch off the engine while the vehicle is in motion, press an...

Backup method of starting: Your IA key uses a radio frequency signalto communicate with your vehicleand authorize your vehicle to startwhen you press the START/STOPbutton and apply the brake pedal orclutch pedal. If excessive radiofrequency interference is present inthe area, or if the battery in yo...

vehicle may have taken the IA key when exiting the vehicle. If the IA keyis no longer present in the vehicle, you will not be able to re-start yourvehicle outside of the Fast Restart time (see Fast Restart Feature above). It is important to be aware of where your IA key is located in thevehicle, to ...

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is productcertified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be usedoutdoors, i...

How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Yourfactory installed block hea...

Brake over accelerator This vehicle is equipped with a brake over accelerator feature. In theevent the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped, applying steadyand firm pressure to the brake pedal will both slow the vehicle andreduce engine power. If you experience this condition, apply the brak...

Electronic stability control (ESC) Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severelyor avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if nece...

STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if theignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takesmore effort. Under extreme usag...

BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the on position unless the brake pedal is pressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe on ...

To return to D (Drive), press the transmission control switch again. • The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. • The transmission will operate in gears one through six . L (Low) This position: • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will downshift to the lowest availabl...

Although the SST will make some downshifts for you, it will still allowyou to downshift at any time as long as the SST determines that theengine will not be damaged from over-revving. The SST will automatically upshift if the engine reaches maximum RPMand the driver has not selected the proper gear ...

Activating HSA 1. Press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete standstill.Keep the brake pedal pressed. 2. If the sensors detect that the vehicle is on a slope, the HSA systemwill be activated automatically. 3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle willremain on the...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to thefloor, then...

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...

FORWARD AND REVERSE SENSING SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED) The forward and reverse sensing system will warn the driver of obstacleswithin a certain range of the front and rear bumpers. The front sensors will be activewhen the gearshift is in any positionother than P (Park) or N (Neutral)and the vehicle speed...

If the vehicle is equipped with aforward and reverse sensing system,the driver can disable the entiresystem (front and rear sensors) bypressing the parking aid off switchlocated on the lower portion of thecenter console. The message center will indicate afailure in the forward or reversesystem and w...

Active guidelines, fixed guidelines and centerline The active guidelines show the path of intended motion of the vehiclewhile reversing. The fixed guidelines assist a driver with backing into aparking space or aligning with an object behind the vehicle. Thecenterline assists a driver with aligning t...

Active guidelines project the intended path of the vehicle. Fixedguidelines show the actual direction the vehicle is moving. The fixed andactive guidelines will fade in and out depending on the steering wheelposition. When the steering wheel position is straight, the activeguidelines will not be sho...

When manual zoom is enabled, onlythe centerline will be shown. Rear camera delay After shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any gear other than P (Park),the image will remain until the vehicle speed reaches five mph (8 km/h).This will only occur if the rear camera delay feature is on, or until anyra...

WARNING: The rearview camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the rearview mirror and the side mirrors formaximum coverage. WARNING: Objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on t...

Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), havethe system inspected by your authorized dealer. • If the image is not clear, check if anything is covering the lens such asdirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clear after cleaning,have your system inspect...

For best performance, drive the vehicle as parallel as possible whilepassing a parking space. If driven too fast (above 18 mph [30 km/h]) forthe system to measure parking spaces, the information display will showa corresponding message. When the system has found a space, the information display will...

When you determine the vehicle is back far enough, bring the vehicle toa complete stop and move the gearshift to D (Drive). When you determine the vehicle is far enough forward, bring the vehicleto a complete stop and move the gearshift to R (Reverse). Follow theinformation display instructions. The...

Why doesn’t APA position the vehicle where I want in the space? • The driver allows the vehicle to roll in the opposite direction of thetransmission (such as rolling forward when R (Reverse) gear isselected. • You may be driving in R (Reverse). APA can only look for a parkingspace while moving forwa...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS 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 to Exterior mi...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly. Never drive through waterthat is higher than the bottom ofthe wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.Also, ...

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...

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 Number Fuse Amp Rating Protected Components F42 — Not used F43 — Not used F44 — Not used F45 — Not used F46 — Not used R1 Power relay Rear 15 relay (2/88) R2 — Not used R3 — Not used R4 — Not used R5 — Not used R6 — Not used Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on th...

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...

• Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equip...

3. Remove the lug wrench and jackfrom the foam holder. Tire Change Procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatictransmission) or R (Reverse) (m...

3. Remove the carpeted wheelcover. 4. Remove the wing nut/boltassembly that secures the spare tireand jack by turning itcounterclockwise. 5. Remove the lug wrench and jack from the foam holder. 6. Block the diagonally oppositewheel. 7. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do ...

WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is onlymeant for changing the tire. 9. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 10. Replace the flat tire with ...

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do ...

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...

WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of bothengines, or any fuel delivery system parts. ...

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 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 the service youare receiving, follow ...

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 ...

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 cause damage. • 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...

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat materials. WARN...

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...

Working with the engine on 1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parkingbrake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal,place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2....

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT (Shown without engine cover, if equipped) 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake/Clutch 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 2 ...

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...

1. Turn the ignition off beforeremoving the wiper blade. 2. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. 3. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the blade away from the arm toremove it. 4. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Lower thewiper arm and...

3. To attach the new wiper to thewiper arm, align the slot (1) andcross pin (2) and firmly press thewiper arm into the wiper blade untila click is heard. If you find this procedure too difficult, please see your dealer. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance informatio...

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by anauthorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions,...

economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andApproval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japaneseautomobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specificationWSS-M2C945-A. S...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, k...

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

Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a...

If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiatoruntil the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightlyinstalled to prevent coolant loss. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration ...

• If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container toensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provideadequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which youdrive in the winter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant co...

WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures,damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated. WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and...

Easy Fuel 姞 “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel filler system. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuelfiller nozzle into the fuel system. The Easy Fuel 威 system is self-sealing and protected against dust, dirt, water and s...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehi...

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

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

1. After lifting the carpeted wheelcover, locate the white plastic funnelnext to the spare tire. It can befound in either location as shown inthe graphic. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into theEasy Fuel 威 system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the f...

Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempt...

5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cit...

Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled mainte...

Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the screws that securethe air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing andcover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to e...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.0L GDI engine Air filter element FA-1908 1 Oil filter FL-910- S 2 Battery BXT-96R-500/BXT-96R-590 Spark plugs 3 Cabin air filter FP70 Windshield wiper blade WW-2802-PF (driver side)WW-2803-PF (passenger side) 1 Failure to use the correct air filter element may res...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...

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 • Keyless entry keypad • Wheel locks • Remote start • Bumper mounted parking assist system* • Vehicle security systems *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessorymanufacturer’s warranty. Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designedand developed by the accessory manu...

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 ...

Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is theowner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Pleaseconsult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factoryrecommended maintenance. In...

Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance andlight repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, andone-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tirerotations to repairs like brake service...

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...

Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drivePower Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent o...

911 Assist™ ................................81 A Accessing call history/phonebook during active call ...............65 Accessing your media menufeatures ........................................91 Accessing your phone menufeatures ........................................68 Accessory delay ..............

E Electronic message center ...18, 21 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................312running out of fuel .................353 Emission control system ..........357 End user license agreement ....104 Engine ........................................369 cleaning ..........................

Mirrors ...............................138–139 automatic dimming rearviewmirror ......................................138fold away .................................140heated ......................................139side view mirrors (power) .....139signal .......................................139 M...

Towing .......................................253 recreational towing .................253trailer towing ..........................253wrecker ....................................315 Traffic, Directions andInformation ..................................78Transmission automatic operation .................

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