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Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 18 Entertainment Systems 32 Setting the clock 40 AM/FM 41 CD 44 Jukebox features 46 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 59 USB port 61 Satellite radio 64 Family entertainment system 67 Navigation system 87 SYNC 威 87 Climate Controls 88 Navigation system based c ...
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Locks and Security 144 Locks 151 Anti-theft system 165 Seating and Safety Restraints 170 Seating 170 Safety restraints 192 Airbags 207 Child restraints 222 Tires, Wheels and Loading 240 T ire information 242 T ire inflation 244 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 257 V ehicle loading 263 T railer towing 270 Recreational towing 275 Driving 276 S ...
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Customer Assistance 355 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 361 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 362 Cleaning 363 Maintenance and Specifications 372 Engine compartment 374 Engine oil 378 Battery 382 Engine coolant 384 Fuel information 391 Air filter(s) 409 Part numbers 413 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 414 Engine data 417 ...
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CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its product ...
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Protecting the environment W e must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 W arning W ARNING: Engine ...
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SPECIAL NOTICES New V ehicle Limited W arranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’ s New V ehicle Limited W arranty , refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’ s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety , your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electr ...
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road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’ s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; ? ...
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involving the deployment of an airbag or , in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or persona ...
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EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’ s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the mar ...
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System ...
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V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu ...
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W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains ...
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Engine coolant temperature (R TT): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Low fuel (R TT): Illuminate ...
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Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board diagnostics 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 could damage your catalytic converter . Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid he ...
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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer . A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to re ...
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Adaptive cruise control (ACC) (if equipped): Illuminates when ACC is engaged while following a vehicle. Refer to Adaptive cruise control in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged or when the ACC is engaged without following a vehicle. T urns off when the speed control system is ...
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Message center activation chime: Sounds when some warning messages appear in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C ...
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W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is on). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is l ...
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The message center display is located in the instrument cluster . Info Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold RESET until it resets. Refer to U ...
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• V ariations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) T o determine your average highway fuel economy , do the following: 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel eco ...
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1. P ASSIVE ENTRY P ASSIVE ST ART (PEPS) 2. OIL LIFE 3. W ASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. DOOR AJAR ST A TUS 5. LIFTGA TE ST A TUS 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. TIRE PRESSURE 8. BLIND SPOT SYSTEM (if equipped) 9. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped) 10. ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) (if equipped) 11. P ARK AID 12. FUEL LEVEL 13. MYKEY DIST ANCE (if MyKey™ is programmed) ...
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Press RESET to change between English and Metric. AUTO HIGH BEAM (if equipped) This feature automatically turns on your high beams if it is dark enough and no other traffic is present. Press RESET to turn it off or on. AUTOLAMP This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. Press RESET to select th ...
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BLIND SPOT (if equipped) The blind spot information system (BLIS 威 ) is designed to assist the driver by monitoring the side areas of the vehicle. Press RESET to turn it off or on. CROSS TRAFFIC (if equipped) The cross traffic alert (CT A) system is designed to assist and warn the driver when backing out of parking spaces. Press RESET to turn it ...
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W aiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the language choice. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’ s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the m ...
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. P ARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the park ...
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A WD OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the A WD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The A WD system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed ...
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COLLISION W ARN MALFUNCTION (if equipped) — Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled. COLLISION W ARN NOT A V AILABLE (if equipped) — Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system. The system will be disabled. COLLISION W ARN NOT A V AILABLE SENS ...
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KEY PROGRAMMED 4 KEYS TOT AL (if equipped) — Displayed during spare key programming, when a fourth intelligent access key is programmed to the system. MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED (if equipped) — Displayed during spare key programming, after a fourth intelligent access key is programmed or upon entering spare key programming mode with four intelligent ...
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BLIND SPOT SYSTEM F AUL T (if equipped) — Displayed when a fault with the blind spot information system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM F AUL T (if equipped) — Displayed when a fault with the cross traffic alert system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. BLIND ...
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CANCELLED BY ADV TRAC EVENT (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the AdvanceT rac 威 system activating. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. CANCELLED BY ABS EVENT (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the ABS activating. Re ...
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SER VICE ADV ANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceT rac 威 system has detected a condition that requires service. TO STOP ALARM ST AR T VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’ s side door . In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition ...
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AUDIO SYSTEMS Mobile media system W ARNING: 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 may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. W e recommend against ...
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2. PHONE: Press PHONE to access SYNC 威 phone features. Refer to your SYNC 威 supplement for more information. 3. CLIMA TE: Press CLIMA TE to access the climate menu. Press the button while the climate menu is active to step through the climate menu tabs of Front Zone and Rear Zone. 4. (Eject): Press (Eject) to eject the disc in the slot. 5. TUNE ...
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10. SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations, satellite radio channels, CD, Jukebox or User Device tracks. 11. VOL (On/off/volume): Press to turn the system on/off. T urn to adjust the volume. 12. Memory presets: In radio and satellite radio mode (if activated): Press 1-6 to access your previously saved preset stations/channels. T o save ...
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• Display area: The interactive screen that is activated by finger touch and changes depending on current system operation. Graphical buttons are displayed in this area depending on the current screen for you to make choices. Driving restrictions In order to prevent the system from distracting you while driving, access to certain functions are re ...
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Loading pictures Y our system allows you to save and view up to 32 photos. T o access: 1. Ensure that you are on the Home Screen. (Press at the bottom left of any screen to access.) 2. T ouch the left side of the home screen to initiate the left screen photo display and saved photos screen. 3. Select the ‘Add’ button on the touchscreen. The fol ...
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• Up to 256 files or folders can be displayed in one folder . • Not compatible with discs written in Packet W rite mode. • Only the photograph(s) which meet these conditions will be displayed. Note: When burning a CD, ensure that you ‘close’ or ‘finalize’ the disc when the CD-burning process finishes (you should select this option bef ...
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System menu features Y our system has many menu features such as allowing you to adjust the touchscreen brightness, adjusting the time and languages, adjusting the feedback and system settings. T o access, press the MENU hard button. Display options 1. Press the MENU hard button. 2. Select the ‘Display’ tab on the touchscreen. Select from the f ...
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Feedback settings 1. Press the MENU hard button. 2. Select the ‘Feedback Settings’ tab on the touchscreen. Select from the following display options: • T ouch screen button beep: Select to have the system sound a tone when a selection is made on the touchscreen. • V oice volume: Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) the system’ s voice vo ...
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2. Select the ‘V alet Mode’ tab on the touchscreen. Press ‘Enable V alet Mode’. 3. Enter a four digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) and press ‘Enter’. The system will ask you to re-enter the PIN. Once entered, select ‘Enable’ to activate V alet mode. The system is then locked until the correct four digit PIN is entered. Note: ...
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Format: Press to select between 12 hour and 24 hour format. T ime Zone: Press to select your time zone. Note: The system does not implement daylight savings time. Restore defaults: Select ‘Reset’ to reset to the default settings. THX audio system — if equipped Y our vehicle may be equipped with the THX 威 certified premium audio system. This ...
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• Scan: Press for a brief sampling of all listenable stations. Press again to disable and remain on the current selection. • Scan Presets: Press for a brief sampling of all the stations held in the memory presets. • Autoset Presets: The autoset feature allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original preset stations. This ...
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Sat 123: Y ou will be able to access three different Satellite Radio modes, SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of satellite radio channels within the currently selected genre. Press again to stop. Scan Presets: Press to hear a brief sampling of all preset channels. Channel Guide: Press to display a list of satellite radio ...
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• Artist Alert: Press to store the artist information currently displayed in the Artist Field. When that artist is played again, the system will alert you with a pop-up. • Alert On/Off: Press to enable/disable the audio and visual song and artists alerts. Show Presets: Press to display presets at the bottom of the screen. Playing a CD or MP3 di ...
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: Press to access the previous track. Press and hold to reverse in the current track. / (Play/Pause) : Press to play or pause the current track. : Press to access the next track. Press and hold to advance within the current track. Press SEEK hard button to listen to the next ( ) or previous ( ) track. Playing a DVD in the system 1. Ensure that the ...
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Settings: Allows you to adjust the certain settings of the DVD player , such as: • V ideo Display Settings: Press to adjust the brightness and contrast. Y ou can also choose to return to the default settings by pressing ‘Restore Default’. • Audio Language: Press to select which language you would like the DVD to display . • Subtitle Displ ...
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*Note: 1 GB equals one billion bytes (1,000,000,000B). Recording (saving) music to your jukebox 1. Ensure that the system is on. 2. Insert a CD into the system. The CD tab will appear . 3. Select ‘Record’ on the touchscreen. 4. Select either individual tracks or press ‘Select All’ to record the entire CD. Note: The system will default to se ...
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2. Select the ‘Jukebox’ tab on the touchscreen. Y ou can then select from the following options: Scan: Press for a brief sampling of the currently selected CD, playlist, genre, etc. Press again to disengage. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD, playlist, etc. Press again to disengage. Shuffle: Press to shuffle all the tracks on the current C ...
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Creating a playlist 1. Press the MEDIA hard button. 2. Select the ‘Jukebox’ tab on the touchscreen. 3. Select ‘Options’. 4. Select ‘Edit Playlists’. 5. Select which playlist you would like to create. 6. Select which category you would like to access from your saved music. For example, say you chose one saved album from which to select s ...
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2. Select the ‘Rear DVD A ’ tab on the touchscreen to access the Monitor A headrest system: : Press to access the previous track. Press and hold to reverse in the current track. : Press to access the next track. Press and hold to advance within the current track. / (Play/Pause): Press to play or pause the current track. 3. Select the ‘Rear DV ...
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The screen will show you the selected playing media of both DVD headrest systems and headsets (A and B). T o make adjustments, ensure that the correct system (A or B) is highlighted. The appropriate controls will appear to allow you to make adjustments to your current playing media. • (Reverse): Press for reverse play . • / (Play/Pause): Press ...
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System information • Press the I hard button ( ) and then select the ‘System Information’ tab on the touchscreen. In this screen you can view the following options: • Phone number for your Customer Service Center • Current SIRIUS 威 Radio ESN Help The Help screen allows you to view basic information about controls and driving restriction ...
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Select ‘Driving Restriction’ at the top of the screen to view the system’ s driving restriction. Select ‘SYNC V oice Commands’ at the top of the screen. When selected, the system will show you a brief listing of possible voice commands in that specific mode. Sound features The sound menu allows you to access and adjust settings such as Ba ...
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Balance/Fade: Press to adjust the sound between the left and right speakers (Balance) and to adjust the sound to the front and rear speakers (Fade). SCV (Speed compensated volume): W ith this feature on, the radio volume changes automatically with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Select a level of compensation between 1 and 7 by ...
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V isualizer: Press to turn the audio visualizer display on or off. Note: T urning the visualizer setting to off will not remove the visualizer on the home screen. Y ou will need to select a different view in order to remove the visualizer . THX Demo (if equipped): Select this tab to activate the THX audio demonstration. Y ou may press “X” to st ...
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Gracenote copyright CD and music — related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright 娀 2000–2007 Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright 娀 2000–2007 Gracenote. This product and service may practice one or more of the following U.S. Patents #5,987,525; #6,061,680; #6,154,773, #6,161,132, #6,230,192, #6,230,207, #6,240,459, #6,330,593, and othe ...
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respectively , reserve all rights in Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and the Gracenote Servers and Gracenote Content, including all ownership rights. Under no circumstances will either Gracenote become liable for any payment to you for any information that you provide, including any copyrighted material or music file information. Y ou agree ...
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System limitations Cold temperature start: When operating the system below 32°F (0°C), the display screen requires a 2–3 minutes warm-up time to achieve maximum brightness. Cleaning the touchscreen Clean the touchscreen with a clean soft cloth such as one used for cleaning glasses. If dirt or finger prints are still visible, apply a small amoun ...
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Symptoms Possible Cause Action T rack Error The system is unable to reproduce a corrupt MP3 file. The system will skip the corrupted track. Invalid Disc Detected Dirty CD/DVD or unsupported format W ipe the CD/DVD with a dry , soft cloth from the center to the outer edge of the disc. Error . PINs did not match. Please re-enter . (Popup window) A di ...
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device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio Features chapter of your Navigation System supplement. Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at e ...
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3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player . 4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play , pause, etc.) ...
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Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • ...
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Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pen ...
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Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d ...
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Satellite radio reception factors • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thu ...
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T roubleshooting tips Radio Display Condition Possible action ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition ...
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FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) W ARNING: 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 may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. W e recomm ...
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Note: The system goes into dual play mode when it is turned on. Audio from the DVD system will not play over the rear two speakers until dual play mode is turned off. When dual play mode is turned on, the audio sound plays over the front two speakers until dual play mode is turned off. Note: Each headrest monitor is labeled with an identifier (eith ...
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1. On the front of each monitor , located behind the left trim cover panel, is the headphone input jack (5). This headphone will listen to the media selected through that monitor . When you need to make any adjustments to the media, volume, etc., ensure that the monitor -A source is highlighted. • USB port (4): T o access, ensure that the monitor ...
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DVD player controls 1. / (Play/Pause): Press to play or pause a CD, DVD or flash/thumb drive track. 2. (Stop): Press to stop the current DVD, CD/MP3, or flash/thumb drive track. 3. (Eject): Press to eject a disc from the DVD system. 4. MENU: When playing a DVD, press MENU to enter the DVD disc (root) menu (if available). Press again to exit and ret ...
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5. / (Headphones/Speakers): Press to activate dual play mode on either headrest system. During dual play mode, the following happens: a. Rear speakers turn off b. Headphones become active on both headrest systems. c. Media sources become available through the DVD systems. Note: If the system is in dual play mode, you must press the / (Headphones/Sp ...
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Remote control Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with the remote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player . Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player . Press the MON A B control to select either Monitor A or Monitor B. Note: Each headrest monitor is labeled with an identifier ...
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cursor controls advance to the next or previous station when accessing the radio tuner in dual play mode (AM/FM/SR). 3. DISPLA Y : Press to access the on-screen display of title track, chapter and time elapsed. 4. RETURN: Press to return to the previous menu screen. 5. SETUP : Press to access the setup menu for each monitor . Refer to Setup Menu la ...
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15. MEDIA for Monitor A: In Dual Play mode, press MEDIA repeatedly to select from the possible media sources: (Monitor A, Monitor B, AM, FM1, FM2, SR1, SR2, SR3 (satellite radio, if equipped), Disc, Jukebox (if equipped) and SYNC 威 (if equipped). The selected media type will display on the screen. When Monitor A is chosen, you can also use the au ...
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Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player . Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. Headphones Wirel ...
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where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer to Wired Headphones following. T o install the batteries, remove the screw on the cover and remove the cover . Then, gently lift the top of the cover away from the housing to expose the battery compartment. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended ...
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Ensure that the headphones are turned off when not in use. After approximately one minute of not being in use (no infrared signal is received), the wireless headphones will automatically turn off. They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature. If this happens, simply turn the headphones on again and continue use. ...
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Dual Play: Dual play is when the rear seat passengers choose to listen to a different playing media than the front seat passengers. W ith the DVD and rear seat controls turned on, the rear seat passengers may choose to listen to: Monitor A, Monitor B, AM, FM1, FM2 SR1, SR2, SR3 (satellite radio, if equipped), Disc, Jukebox (if equipped), or SYNC ? ...
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Radio interaction: If your vehicle is equipped with a non-touchscreen audio system, you can press AUX on the radio repeatedly until DVD appears in the display . Then, press MENU to access HEADPHONES ON/OFF , REAR ZONE CONTROL ON/OFF and other options. T urn the TUNE control to select ON/OFF for HEADPHONES (ON will activate Dual Play and OFF will ac ...
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Aspect ratio (TV display type) This screen allows you to select the viewing size and shape of the video displayed on the LCD screen. This is disc dependent feature. T o access: 1. Press SETUP on the remote to access the menu options. 2. Press / to ’highlight’ the monitor icon. (A disc will appear beneath the icon signifying it is the current se ...
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2. Press / to ’highlight’ the monitor icon. (A disc will appear beneath the icon signifying it is the current selection.) 3. Press to select and enter the OSD language menu. 4. When OSD Lang is highlighted, press to access the menu. 5. Press / to select from all available languages. 6. When the desired language is highlighted, press ENTER on th ...
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Speaker setup This screen allows you to adjust the audio balance for your speakers. T o access: 1. Press SETUP on the remote to access the menu options. 2. Press / to ’highlight’ the speaker icon. (A disc will appear beneath the icon signifying it is the current selection.) 3. Press to select and enter the Speaker setup menu. 4. When Downmix is ...
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4. Press / to chose from Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, Gamma (Color), Hue, Saturation and Luma-Delay . General setup — screen exit T o exit the setup screen: 1. Press / to ’highlight’ the “X” icon. (A disc will appear beneath the icon signifying it is the current selection.) 2. Press ENTER on the remote control. Parental control for th ...
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General information Note: DVDs are formatted by regions. US and Canada systems can only play region 1 DVDs and Mexico systems can only play region 4 DVDs. Systems sold in vehicles targeted for other parts of the world would have different regions. If a playback problem is encountered, please ensure that you are using a disc designed for your vehicl ...
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Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family Entertainment System (FES). See your dealer . Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartment. W ARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children ...
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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln-Mercury could void user’ s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonabl ...
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Foreign substances Exercise care to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the DVD player compartment. Be especially careful not to spill liquids of any kind onto the media controls or into the system. If liquid is accidentally spilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF and consult a qualified service technician. Cleaning the ...
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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL Climate system without navigation system shown; with navigation similar . T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. Climate: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See T ouchscreen ...
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6. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. 7. Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate ...
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T OUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS T emperature – Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. Press the up and down arrows on the right side of the screen to increase ...
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Max A/C – Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again for normal operation. Rear Zone Power – Press to activate/deactivate the rear ...
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• Remove any snow , ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • T o improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 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 regardless of the air distribution settin ...
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AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL 1. Fan control: T urn to select the desired fan speed or choose the following. • O (Off): Select to shut the rear climate system off • AUTO: Select to activate automatic control of the fan speed. The system will automatically determine fan speed in order to reach and maintain the desired temperature. 2. Rear driver sid ...
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6. Rear passenger side cooled seat control (if equipped): Press to activate. Refer to Rear seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 7. AUTO : Press to activate automatic control of the airflow direction in the rear of the vehicle. The system will automatically determine the airflow distribution in order to reach and ...
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HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the low beam headlamps on. Adaptive headlamps The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheel which provides more visibility when driving around curves. • W ithout adaptive headlamps (1) • W ...
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Autolamp control The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on/off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. • T o turn autolamps on, rotate the control clockwise to . • T o turn autolamps off, rotate the control counterclockwise to . The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined ...
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Fog lamp control W ith the ignition on, the fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions: • Parking lamps • Low beams • Autolamps (when active) The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate when the fog lamps have been turned on. The fog lamps will not operate when the high ...
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Scenario 2: Conditions - The automatic high beam system is set to ON in the message center . The headlamp switch is in (auto lamps). The automatic high beam system has not turned the high beams on. Operation - The high beam switch can be used to turn the high beams on. They will then remain on until the switch has been returned to the neutral posit ...
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Deactivating high beams The automatic high beams will deactivate if any of the following events occur: • An approaching vehicle’ s headlights or a preceding vehicle’ s tail lamps are detected. • The headlamp control is moved out of the autolamps position. • The vehicle speed falls below 27 mph (43 km/h). • The ambient light level is hig ...
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Note: The programming sequence will end if either of the following occur: • The vehicle speed is not zero. • The battery voltage is out of normal range. T roubleshooting If the automatic high beam camera becomes blocked, the high beams may not come on automatically . They will only activate when they are manually turned on with the multi-functi ...
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• the transmission must be out of the P (Park) position. W ARNING: 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 not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions ...
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• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of the headlamp projector (cross hair mark on inner lens) center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of m ...
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver , turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONT AL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND ...
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Y our vehicle has second row lamps located within the grab handles. Press the lens to turn on the lamps. Cargo lamp The cargo lamp has a switch with three positions: on, off and center . W ith the switch in the on position, the lamp will stay on all the time. In the off position, the lamp will stay off even when the doors are opened. W ith the swit ...
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Press and release this control to cycle through the intensity settings. The lights come on whenever the ignition is in either on or in the accessory position and the parking lamps or headlamps are on. Note: The ambient lights will stay on until the ignition is placed in the off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory dela ...
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Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below . Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T .” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility . The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty an ...
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer . Replacing rear stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamps Y our vehicle is equipped with stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp assemblies containing integral multiple light emitting diodes (LED). If replacement is required, see your authorized de ...
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Rain sensing wipers: The rain sensing wipers will automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshield and the multi-function switch is set to one of five auto/ ...
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Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty . This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry . This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, a ...
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The tilt function is adjusted by moving the control up or down. During easy exit, when the ignition is switched off, the column will move to the full in and up position. When the ignition is put in accessory mode, the column will return to the previous setting. W ARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR ...
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Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. Press the release area on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. ELECTRONIC COMPASS The compass heading is displayed in the touchscreen. CENTER CONSOLE Y our vehicle may be equipped with a vari ...
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Second row center console features (if equipped) The second row center console incorporates the following features: • Flip forward armrest to provide a flat load floor • Utility compartment • Cupholders • Refrigerator unit (if equipped) in the utility compartment. Refer to Console refrigerator/freezer . W ARNING: Use only soft cups in the c ...
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Refrigerator: Briefly press and hold the COOL side of the control.The indicator light on the cool side of the switch will illuminate and the indicator light on the freeze side will glow when the refrigerator is active. When in cool mode the temperature will cool to approximately 41°F (5°C). Briefly press and hold COOL again to turn off the refrig ...
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Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations: • Near the floor in the front console bin on the driver’ s side • In the center console utility compartment • On the rear of the center console (inside the second row center console on vehicles equipped with that feature) • In the rear cargo area on the driver’ s side trim ...
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The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances; they may not work properly: • Cathode ray tube type televisions. • Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric power tools, compressor -driven refrigerators, etc. • Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical equipment, measur ...
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W ARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and pull the switches to open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch ...
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Global close windows Y ou can close the vehicle’ s windows by using the control on the remote transmitter . Press and hold the control on the transmitter to close the windows. Note: The ignition must be off and the accessory delay feature must not be activated in order for this feature to operate. Note: This feature can be disabled or enabled by ...
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INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. W ARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror and a driver’ s side exterior mirror have an auto-dimm ...
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T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Memory mirrors (if equipped) The power side view mirror positions are sa ...
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Signal indicator mirrors When the turn signal is activated, the outer portion of the appropriate mirror housing will blink. This provides an additional warning to other drivers that your vehicle is about to turn. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever ...
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Using speed control The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following buttons work with speed control: RESUME: Press to resume a set speed. SET +: Press to increase the set speed. SET –: Press to decrease the set speed. OFF/ON: Press to turn speed control off or on. Setting speed control T o set speed control: 1. Press and relea ...
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Increasing speed while using speed control T o set a higher speed: • Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release. Y ou can also use SET + to operate the tap-up function. Press and release SET + to increase the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments. • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed, the ...
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W ARNING: Always pay close attention to changing road conditions, especially when using Adaptive Cruise Control. Adaptive Cruise Control cannot replace attentive driving. Failing to follow any of the warnings below or failing to pay attention to the road may result in a collision, serious injury or death. W ARNING: Adaptive cruise control is not a ...
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3. Press and release the SET + control. The vehicle speed will be stored in the memory and the message center will display SET XXX MPH (your desired speed). 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The green cruise indicator light on the instrument cluster will illuminate if there are no vehicles detected in front of you, while the yellow A ...
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The vehicle brakes will be automatically applied to slow the vehicle to maintain a safe distance between the vehicle in front. The maximum braking which is applied by the ACC system is limited and can be overridden by the driver applying the brakes. If the ACC system predicts that its maximum braking level will not be sufficient, an audible warning ...
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Message center display Following distance Following distance at 60 mph (96 km/h) Dynamic behavior GAP <-> 1 second 29 yards (26 m) Sporty GAP <---> 1.5 seconds 44 yards (40 m) Normal GAP <-----> 2.3 seconds 66 yards (60 m) Comfort Each time the vehicle is restarted, the last chosen gap will be automatically selected. Note: It is t ...
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Changing the set speed There are three ways to change the set speed: • Accelerate or brake to the desired speed and press and release the SET + or SET – control • Increase or decrease the speed by holding either the SET + or SET – control, until the desired set speed is shown on the message center . The vehicle speed will gradually change t ...
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braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle’ s regular brake system to prevent them from overheating. For more information, reference Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter . Note: If ACC is applying brakes for an extended period of time, an audible alarm will sound, the head’ s up display will flash and ACC will shut d ...
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• W ith vehicles that edge into your lane. These vehicles can only be detected once they have moved fully into your lane. • There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road. In these cases ACC may brake late or unexpectedly . The driver should stay alert and intervene wh ...
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Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed, the radar signals from the sensor have been obstructed. The sensor is located behind a fascia cover near the driver side of the lower grille. When the radar signals are obstructed, a vehicle ahead cannot be detected and the ACC will not function. The following table lists possible ...
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W ARNING: Do not use tires sizes other than those recommended because this can affect the normal operation of ACC. Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury . STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Radio control features – VOL + (V olume): Press to decrease or increase the volume. (Seek): Press to select the ...
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Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (if equipped) Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to exit phone mode or end call. For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC 威 system, refe ...
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The panoramic Vista Roof™ and power sunshade are equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening feature. T o stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time. T o open power sunshades and panoramic V ista Roof™: Press and release the control to open the sunshade. The front and rear sunshades open s ...
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UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter . HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped) The HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System, located on the driver’ s visor , provides a convenient way to replace up to three ...
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1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view . 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink 威 indicator light changes from a slow ...
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Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter . After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section, replace Step 2 with the following: Note: If programming a garage ...
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Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons T o erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be prog ...
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Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. T o remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. POWER LIFTGATE Y ou can power open or close the liftgate with the following controls: • In ...
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If the liftgate reverses and starts to close after an open request, a fast continuous chime indicates excessive load on the gate or a possible strut failure. If any excessive load is removed and you still have a faster chime, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer . Do not attempt to manually force the liftgate to travel fas ...
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T o power open the liftgate with the outside liftgate control button: 1. Unlock the liftgate with the transmitter or power door unlock control. If the Intelligent Access transmitter is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the liftgate, the liftgate will unlock automatically . 2. Press the control button located on the surface above the license plate. Note: F ...
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Obstacle detection: The power liftgate system is equipped with an obstacle detection feature. If the power liftgate is closing, the system will reverse to full open when it detects an obstacle. A chime will sound three times when an obstacle is detected as the liftgate begins to reopen. Once the obstacle is removed, the liftgate can be closed under ...
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CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo pouch net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg) in the net. W ARNING: The cargo net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking. Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo s ...
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W ARNING: Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. W ARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Driver Controls 143 20 ...
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KEYS Y our vehicle is equipped with two intelligent access keys which operate the power locks and the remote entry system. The IA key must be inside the vehicle in order to activate the push button start system. The IA key also contains a removable mechanical key blade that can be used to unlock the driver door . T o release the mechanical key blad ...
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“administrator key” or admin key . The admin key can be used to create a MyKey™, program optional MyKey™ settings, and clear the MyKey™ feature. When the MyKey™ feature is enabled the user can use system check in the message center to see how many MyKeys™ and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the veh ...
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2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY will be displayed. 3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed. 4. W ait until KEY RESTRICTED A T NEXT ST ART is displayed. MyKey™ is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys. No ...
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2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed. Check MyKey™ system status The vehicle system check will provide the status of the following MyKey™ parameters: ? ...
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V ehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button start) • It is not possible to program the remote start system as a MyKey™ on vehicles equipped with intelligent access key (push button start). Therefore, you should treat the remote start fob as you would any other admin key . When the vehicle is started using remote start, the sy ...
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T roubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there always has to be at least one admin key). • Intelligent access key (if equipped) not in the backup slot — for vehicles with push button start. • SecuriLock 威 Pass ...
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Condition Potential Causes Lost any key • For programming spare keys, refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter . I accidentally programmed all keys as MyKeys™ • V ehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an admin key . Refer to the Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys™ as admi ...
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POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Smart unlocks The smart unlock feature is intended to prevent you from unintentionally locking your IA key inside your vehicle’ s passenger compartment. When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control (with the doo ...
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Autolock feature The autolock feature will lock all the doors when: • all the 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 12 mph (20 km/h). The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is on and the ...
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6. T o enable/disable the autolock feature, press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. T urn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disa ...
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Deactivating/activating autounlock feature Y our vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated; there are four methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer , • by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, • using a keypad procedure, or • by using the instrument cluster message center . Refer to Message cent ...
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Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. T urn the ignition off. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8a second time. 5. Release the 3 • 4. The use ...
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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The intelligent access keys (IA key) comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operat ...
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Intelligent Access W ARNING: Radio waves from the intelligent access system transmitters in the vehicle may affect certain implanted medical devices such as pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. People having such implanted medical devices should ask the medical device manufacturer or their physician whether the intelligent access system may affect ...
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Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’ s door . Note: The interior lamps and parking lamps will illuminate. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the i ...
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Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is off. Opening the power liftgate Press twice within three seconds to fully unlatch and open the liftgate. W ARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the liftgate area before using power liftgate control. In order to fully lower and latch the liftgate, press the control twice. If the lift ...
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2. Press and hold the control button 1 for five seconds. A tone will be heard after about two seconds confirming memory position has been set. Continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 3. W ithin three seconds press the . 4. A tone will be heard when the transmitter programming is complete. 5. Press the . 6. Repeat this proc ...
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T o replace the battery: 1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter , then twist a thin coin in the slot hidden behind the backup key slot to remove the battery cover . Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board. 2. Remove the old battery . Note: Please refer to local regulations when di ...
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The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned on, or • the control on the transmitter is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • the vehicle is locked using the key in the driver door cylinder , or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • ...
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SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM The keypad, located near the driver’ s window , is invisible until touched and then it lights up so you can see and touch the appropriate buttons. Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Re-enter your entry code more slowly . Y ou can use the keyless entry key ...
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Note: T ouching 5 • 6 ,7 • 8, or 9 • 0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit will not recall a driver memory setting. Note: The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting. 5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal entry code has been programmed to the module. T ips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the ...
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Note: If the Intelligent Access Key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the driver door , your keyless entry keypad code will still function the same way , but the driver’ s door will also unlock with each keypad button press. T o lock all doors, press and hold the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time (with the driver’ s door closed) for one seco ...
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Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned on. Replacement of intelligent access keys Note: Y our vehicle comes equipped with two intelligent access keys. The Intelligent Access Key functions as both a programmed key that operates the driver door lock, activates Intelligent Access with Push Button Start sys ...
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2. Press the driver or passenger power door unlock control three times. 3. Press and release the brake pedal one time. 4. Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times. 5. Press and release the brake pedal one time. The indicator on the Start/Stop button should begin to rapidly flash, indicating that programming mode has been en ...
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When you press the lock control twice within three seconds on your transmitter , the horn will chirp once to let you know that all doors, the hood and the liftgate are closed. If any of these are not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that a door , the hood or the liftgate is still open. • Press the driver or passenger power door lock ...
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• T urn ignition on. • Press the control on the transmitter . This will only shut off the horn and parking lamps when the alarm is sounding. The alarm system will still be armed. Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed syste ...
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FRONT SEATING W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original po ...
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The adjustable head restraints consist of: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head res ...
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W ARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release but ...
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T ilting head restraints (if equipped) The front head restraints may have a tilting feature for extra comfort. T o tilt the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Pivot the head restraint forward towards your head to the desired location. After the head restraint reaches the forward-most t ...
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Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. Using the two-way power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the rearward side of the control to adjust softness. T welve-way power seat The control is located o ...
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Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. Using the four-way power lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on the side of the seat cushion. Press the front of the control to adjust firmness. Press the rear of the control to adjust softness. Press the top of the control to raise the height of the lumbar suppor ...
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The heated seats will only function when the engine is running. T o operate the heated seats: Press once to activate the high heat setting (three indicator lights). Continue pressing to scroll through the other settings; medium heat (two indicator lights), low heat (one indicator light) or off. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated sea ...
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T o remove the air filter: 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate toward the front of the vehicle once tabs are released. 3. Remove filter . T o install the filter: • Position the filter in itshousing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing then push in on the cente ...
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programmed to a memory seat position or when you enter a valid customer code 1 or 2 on the keypad. T o program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter , refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter . . Note: The seat will not travel to its final position if the key is not in the ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled. ...
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T o remove the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Simultaneously press and hold both unlock/remove buttons, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Seven-passenger sec ...
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T o remove the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Press and hold the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Adjustable second row center head re ...
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T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your hea ...
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T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants o ...
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Using the second-row power lumbar support (six-passenger vehicles only) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the rearward side of the control to adjust softness. Accessing the third row seats Fold and tumble the second row seat to access the third row . ...
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The seatback will fold flat. 2. Lift the handle all the way up until the seat releases from the floor . Rotate the seat forward to allow access to the third row . 3. T o return the seatback to the floor from tumbled position, rotate the seat down until you hear it latching to the floor . Seating and Safety Restraints 184 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guid ...
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4. T o return the seatback to the upright position • Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle, and • Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. Note: The seatback will not raise if the rear latch hooks are not properly engaged to the floor striker . If the seatback does not raise, then repeat Steps 3 ...
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2. Pull on the strap located on the back of the second row seat. This will fold the seatback forward. Pull the strap a second time to tumble the seat forward, allowing easy exit from the 3rd row seat. 3. T o return the seatback to the floor from tumbled position, rotate the seat down until you hear it latching to the floor . 4. T o return the seatb ...
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Ensure that the rear latch hooks are properly engaged with the floor striker . Note : Ensure that the seat and seatback are latched securely in position. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. W ARNING: Do not adjust or release the seat floor latch while vehicle is in motion. Do not operate the vehicle with seats ...
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cooled seats. For instructions on how to use refer to Front-row heated and cooled seats earlier in this chapter . Second-row climate controlled seats air filter replacement The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically . Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for more information. There is an air ...
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Note: Do not use the third row seatback as a load floor when the seatback is folded. Note: In order to allow the seat to latch in the stowed position, do not stow objects under the seat before stowing. Unstowing the third row seat Note: Ensure that there are no objects such as books, purses or brief cases on the load floor before unstowing the seat ...
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W ARNING: Ensure the seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. Third row power seats (if equipped) The Third Row Seat features a power one-touch operation that allows you to adjust the Left, Right, or Both seats into a NORMAL, STOW , FOLD, or T AILGA TE position with ...
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Press the seat selection button (4) to select either right-hand seat, the left-hand seat or both. First select the seat you would like to adjust, then select one of the following: • Press the NORMAL button (1) to return the seat to the normal seating position. • Press the STOW button (2) to stow the seat into the tub floor . • Press the FOLD ...
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W ARNING: Do not drive the vehicle when the third row seat is rotated backwards. During a sudden stop, the safety belts are not functional in this position, and during a sudden stop, the third row seat can rapidly tip back to the forward position, all of which may result in serious injury . Closing the liftgate W ARNING: T o avoid injury to third r ...
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• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor , front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’ s safety devices accordi ...
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Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when ...
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limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Energy management feature- front outboard section in this chapter . Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the W arning lights and chimes section ...
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W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. W ARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously ...
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2. T o unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Restraint of pregnant women W ARNING: 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 shoulder portion of the safety belt should be pos ...
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Both the outer and inner shoulder belts must be kept in the stowage clip together to prevent the potential of wrinkling the cargo shade. W ARNING: Do not stow only one portion of the shoulder belt in the stowage clip. W earing the shoulder belt in this condition increases the amount of belt slack and may reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt ...
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position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter . How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, yo ...
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W ARNING: BEL T AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBL Y MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer . Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Energy management featur ...
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W ARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Front safety belt height adjustment Y our vehicle has safety belt height adjustments at the front outboard seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder . T o adjust the shoulder belt height, sque ...
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Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding. ...
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If... Then... The driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’ s or front passenger’ s safety belt is not buckled when the ve ...
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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 are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1i n4o fu sw i l lb e seriously injured in a crash during our ...
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Reasons given... Consider ... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN? ...
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W ARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. W e recommend you leave the Belt-Minder 威 system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. T o reduce the risk of injury , do not deactivate/activate the Belt ...
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AIRBAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to work in conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and front outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries. The term “supplemental restraint” means the airbags are intended as a supplement to the safety belts. Airbag ...
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W ARNING: Do not place any object between an occupant and an airbag or near any other airbag covering. The airbag may not inflate properly and might force an object into that person causing severe injury or death. The instrument panel grab handle should never be used for storage. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear at all times. W AR ...
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W ARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper , front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury . Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics ...
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frontal and near -frontal collisions, not rollover , side-impact, or rear -impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, tal ...
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• one or more impact and safing sensors. • driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • the electrical wiring which connects the components. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter . • “Passenger airbag off” or “pa ...
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Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. The front passenger sensing system uses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger fron ...
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• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small child in child safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled W ARNING: Even w ...
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Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring binder , small purse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or small to medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is in ...
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In case there is a problem with the front passenger sensing system, the airbag readiness lamp in the instrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. If ob ...
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A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light for front and side airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until ...
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How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side air ...
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W ARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. W ARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase t ...
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W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 System is provided. W ARNING: T o reduce risk of injury , do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the Safety Canopy 姞 System work? The design ...
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The Safety Canopy System, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision or rollover event. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the second or third row seats. The safety canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a pr ...
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Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: ...
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SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions W ARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device ...
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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown or no ...
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Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing ...
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W ARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’ s size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the ins ...
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training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety T echnician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. T o locate a child seat fitting station ...
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Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be sea ...
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1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure th ...
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4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull ...
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9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter . 10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to ...
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Y our vehicle has LA TCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The LA TCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back, below the locator symbols on the seatback. Follow the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions to properly install a ch ...
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W ARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LA TCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. T o avoid risk of injury , occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly re ...
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Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor . T ether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for in ...
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2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position. • 2nd row bucket (40/40) • 2nd row bench (60/40) • 3rd row Note : The cargo tie-downs at the rear edge of the floor are not tether anchors. Seating and Safety Restraints 234 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ...
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3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 4. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly , the risk of a child being injured ...
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minimizing slouching. Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably . T ry to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest. Moving the child closer (a few centimeters or inches) to the center of the vehicle, but remaining in the same seating position, may help provide a good should ...
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• Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child’ s head (as measured at the tops of the ears) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating ...
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Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to ...
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Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. W ARNING: 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 risk of injury or death in a collision. Child restraint and safety belt maintena ...
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NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERS Crossover vehicles handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Crossover vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under ...
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driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicle under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage which is not covered under your warranty . For A WD vehicles, a spare tire of a different size other t ...
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INFORMA TION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards th ...
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W ARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to ...
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• Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’ s load carrying capability . • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard ...
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W ARNING: Under -inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury . Under -inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It also ...
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when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure. 3. Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure. Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pressing on the ...
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Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indicators, or “wear bars”, which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm). Whe ...
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designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After 2000 the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used fo ...
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W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.3 ...
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• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires ...
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• Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear -wheel drive (RWD) vehicles/Four -wheel drive (4WD)/All-wheel drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct ...
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Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that ...
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Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186 ...
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12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad ...
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Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below . Note: T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA) ...
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Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard ...
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The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The ...
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T o restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn ...
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Low tire pressure warning light Possible cause Customer action required Solid warning light T ire(s) under -inflated 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter . 2. After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’ s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the T ire Label (loc ...
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Low tire pressure warning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warning light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary spare ...
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under -inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CABLES/CHAINS W ARNING: 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 For ...
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• Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire cables on dry roads. V EHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer , to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability , with or without a trailer . Properly loading your ...
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Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV ...
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Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. Tires, Wheels and ...
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GA WR (Gross Axle W eight 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 Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r ...
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• Example only: W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury . Tires, Wheels and Loading 267 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide, 1st ...
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GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing ...
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Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’ s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers fr ...
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calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kg. Y ou will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you have the load capacity to transport the ceme ...
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Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum T railer W eight - lb (kg) 3.7L FWD Class I 6900 (3131) 2000 (907) 3.7L A WD Class I 7070 (3208) 2000 (907) EcoBoost™ Class I 7200 (3267) 2000 (907) 3.7L FWD Class III 9450 (4288) 4500 (2042)* 3.7L A WD Class III 9620 (4365) 4500 (2042)** EcoBoost™ Class III 9750 (4424) 4500 (2042)** *For towing trailer ...
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Weight-distributing hitch When hooking-up a trailer using a weight-distributing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. Park the vehicle (without the trailer) on a level surface. 2. Measure the height of the top of the front wheel opening on the fender , this is H1. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle without the weight distributing bars con ...
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W ARNING: Do not connect a trailer’ s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’ s brake system. Y our vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. Trailer brake controller connector (if equipped) The tr ...
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Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • T urn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • It is recommended to select the “M” gear position when additional engine braking is needed. In situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades (i.e., driving in m ...
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RECREATIONAL T OWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or a truck). Note: Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Refer to the Climate Controls chapter for more information. In case ...
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STARTING Ignition modes 1. Off — This position shuts the engine and all electrical accessories off. Press and release the ST ART/STOP button without applying the brake pedal when your vehicle is in accessory or on modes or when the engine is running. Note: When the vehicle is in motion, a single press and release of the ST ART/STOP button will no ...
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W ARNING: 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. W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the en ...
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• Make sure the gearshift lever is in P (Park). Push button start system Y our vehicle is equipped with the push button start system, you can start your vehicle by pressing the start button in combination with the brake pedal. The start button is located on the instrument panel to the right of the steering wheel. Note: T o start your vehicle, you ...
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There may be areas inside your vehicle where the IA key is not detected. If the message NO KEY DETECTED appears on your message center when you press the ST ART/STOP button, it may be necessary to move your IA key to another area within the vehicle. The IA key may not be detected near the roof (between the driver or passenger sun visor and the roof ...
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Switching the vehicle off when not in park: It is recommended that you shift into the P (Park) position before switching your vehicle off. If you switch your vehicle off with the shifter in any position other than P (Park), the message SHIFT TO P ARK will be displayed in the message center . If the vehicle is left in this state, your key in ignitio ...
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source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). W ARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) ...
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become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour . • Finally , have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’ s in good working order . How to use the engine block heater ...
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Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’ s stopping distance. The ABS will be activated immediately , allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. Howev ...
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The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However , if the norm ...
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W ARNING: V ehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may inte ...
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The AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system includes a traction control off button located on the center of the instrument panel. The button could look like either of the two graphics shown. The stability control light and the stability control off light in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during start-up as part of a normal system s ...
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momentarily reducing engine power . Brake traction control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping. T raction control is most active at low speeds. During TCS events, the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. If the TCS is activated excessively in a short period of time, the ...
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Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC 威 operates by detecting the vehicle’ s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually . During an event that activates the RSC 威 ...
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AdvanceT rac 威 Features Control switch functions Mode Stability control off light Message center dis- play ESC/ RSC TCS Default at start-up System Initialization T urns on during bulb check Nothing displayed Enabled Enabled Control switch pressed once mo- mentarily T raction con- trol OFF On TRACTION CONTROL OFF Enabled Disabled Control switch pr ...
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when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is too high and may be at or above a speed at which trailer sway will grow continuously . This may cause the system to activate multiple times, causing a gradual reduction in speed. Disabling trailer sway control T railer sway control can be disabled during any key cycle. T o disable trailer sway con ...
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W ARNING: The EPS system has diagnostics checks that continuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operation of the electronic system. When an electronic error is detected, the message POWER STEERING ASSIST F AUL T will be displayed in the message center . If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. After at l ...
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If the steering wanders or pulls equipped with either EPS or hydraulic steering system, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper vehicle alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander/pul ...
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Automatic transmission adaptive learning Y our transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer . This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. Th ...
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N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through six. M (Manual) SelectShift Automatic™ T ransmission with Grade Assist ...
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- The grade assist indicator in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. - The transmission will operate in gears one through six. Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ Transmission (SST) This vehicle is equipped with a SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) gearshift lever . SST is an automatic transmission with the ability for t ...
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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 km/h) 3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h) The instrument cluster will show the current selected gear you are in. In order to prevent th ...
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W ARNING: T o help avoid personal injury , please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section. Reverse sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS; thi ...
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The RSS detects obstacles up to six feet (two meters) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper , (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away , the tone will sound c ...
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REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM The rearview camera system, located on the liftgate, provides a video image, which appears on the navigation system screen, of the area behind the vehicle. It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle. T o use the camera system, place the transmission in R (Reverse); an image will display on ...
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When towing, the camera system will only see what is being towed behind the vehicle; this might not provide adequate coverage as it usually provides in normal operation and some objects might not be seen. The camera lens for the camera is located on the liftgate. Keep the lens clean so the video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean the lens w ...
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COLLISION W ARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The collision warning with brake support, is designed to alert the driver of certain collision risks with a red warning light located above the dashboard and an audible warning chime. The brake support assists the driver in reducing the collision speed, by pre-charging the brakes. W ARNING: This system is des ...
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Collision warning system limitations Due to the nature of radar technology , there may be certain instances where vehicles will not provide a collision warning. These include: • Stationary or slow moving vehicles below 6 mph (10 km/h). • Pedestrians or objects in the roadway . • Oncoming vehicles in the same lane. • Severe weather condition ...
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Cause Action The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or remove the object causing the obstruction The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains in the display W ait a short time. It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that it is n ...
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W ARNING: This system is designed to be a supplementary park aid. It may not work in all conditions and is not intended to replace the driver’ s attention and judgment. The driver is responsible for avoiding hazards and maintaining a safe distance and speed, even when the AP A is in use. Conditions in which the system may not work: • Something ...
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When the system has found a space, the message center will display SP ACE FOUND PULL FORW ARD followed by a chime. Drive forward until the message center displays SP ACE FOUND STOP followed by a chime. When you stop the vehicle in position to begin parking, the message center displays REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE. The driver should always come to a ...
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When you determine the vehicle is far enough forward or a solid tone from the forward sensing system (if equipped) is heard, bring the vehicle to a complete stop and move the gearshift to R (Reverse). The message center may display BACK UP SLOWL Y USE CAUTION followed by a chime. The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers before ...
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The system should not be used if: • a foreign object (i.e. bike rack, trailer , etc.) is attached to the front or rear of the vehicle or at another location close to the sensors. • the front bumper or side sensors are damaged (i.e. in a collision) or obstructed by a foreign object (i.e. front bumper cover). • a mini-spare tire is used. T roub ...
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• The tires may not be installed and maintained correctly . For example, one or more tires may not be inflated correctly , may not be of the same size, or may not be authorized for use on this vehicle. • The vehicle had a repair or alteration that is not authorized by the manufacturer . • One of the parked vehicles has a high altitude attachm ...
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Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check the main mirror first, then check the blind spot mirror . If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear , and carefully change l ...
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BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS 姞 ) WITH CROSS T RAFFIC ALERT (CT A) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS 威 is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessing whether a vehicle is within an area on either side of the vehicle extending rearward from the outside mirrors to approximately 10 feet (3 meters) beyond the bumper . This area is referred t ...
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The BLIS 威 will trigger the alert for vehicles that enter your blind zone from the rear or merge in to the blind zone from the side. V ehicles that you pass, or a vehicle that enters the blind zone from the front, will trigger the alert only after the vehicle is present in the blind zone for three seconds. Note: For vehicles that pass through the ...
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Cross traffic alert (CT A) system operation The CT A system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backing out of a front-in parking spot. It sounds a series of tones and flashes the BLIS 威 indicator found on the exterior mirror on the side of the approaching vehicle. Additionally , the message ce ...
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CT A coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left] ). CT A detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology , there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot zones may not be detected. Below is a list o ...
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CT A and reverse sensing system (RSS) interaction CT A works along with the reverse sensing system (RSS) (if equipped). Become familiar with the warning tones of both systems. BLIS 威 and/or CT A on/off and disable operation The BLIS 威 and/or the CT A can be turned off via the message center . If either the BLIS 威 and/or the CT A is turned off ...
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W ARNING: Just prior to the system recognizing a blocked condition and alerting the driver , the number of missed objects will increase. T o help avoid injuries, NEVER use the BLIS 威 as a replacement for using the side and rear view mirrors and looking over your shoulder before changing lanes. BLIS 威 is not a replacement for careful driving and ...
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T railer tow false alerts When towing a trailer , the sensors may detect the trailer thus causing a false alert. It may be desirable to turn the BLIS 威 off if the false alerts become annoying. Day and night brightness The BLIS 威 and/or CT A alert will automatically dim when the headlamp switch is in P ARK, ON, or AUTO ON and night time darkness ...
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location and allow it to idle. The A WD OFF message will turn off when the system cools and normal A WD function returns. Note: Y our A WD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The A WD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to normal o ...
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If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear . Y our vehicle is equipped with traction control. It may be beneficial to disengage the traction control system while at ...
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• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. A WD systems (if equipped) A WD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to dr ...
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Driving through deep water may damage the engine or transmission. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water , the axle lubricant and PTU (Power T ransfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary . After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driv ...
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Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral; instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear . When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control. The front wheels have to be turning in order to ...
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Maintenance and modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability . For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift ki ...
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadside ...
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Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the W arranty Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers ...
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Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you may restart your vehicle by doing the following: 1. T urn the ignition switch to the off position. 2. T urn the ignition switch to the on position. In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try to restart and may take one additional attempt. W ARNING: Fai ...
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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 V iolet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Bl ...
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Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Right rear smart window 2 15A Refrigerator 3 15A Driver seat switch, 2nd row lumbar switches 4 30A Right front smart window 5 10A Brake ...
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Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 8 10A Low beam headlamps (right) 9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps 10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps 11 10A All wheel drive (A WD) 12 7.5A Intelligent access (IA) 13 5A IA receiver , Exterior mirror switch, Steering column position switch, Driver seat module, Driver door module, Keypad 14 10A ...
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Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 26 10A Instrument panel cluster , Heads-up display 27 20A Ignition Switch, IA 28 5A Radio mute 29 5A Instrument panel cluster 30 5A T ransmission shifter 31 10A Steering angle sensor , Heads-up display 32 10A Restraint control module 33 10A Adaptive lighting module 34 5A Front body run/start fe ...
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Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’ s main electrical systems from overloads. W ARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. W ARNING: T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always repla ...
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Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 5 30A* Passenger power seat 6 30A* 110V AC inverter 7 30A* Rear climate control seat module 8 30A* Front climate control seat module 9 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 10 30A* Starter 11 30A* Powertrain control module (PCM) vehicle power 12 20A* ABS valve 13 20A** Right high intensity dis ...
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Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 28 80A* Cooling fan 29 30A* Left rear smart window , Panoramic roof module, Power sunshade module 30 30A* Left front smart window 31 40A* Auxiliary blower motor 32 30A* Driver seat motor , Memory motor power 33 30A* Run/start relay 34 30A* Power liftgate 35 40A* Front A/C blower 36 25A** Rear w ...
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Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 53 HC micro relay Adaptive cruise control 54 HC micro relay 3rd row power seats 55 HC micro relay W ipers (front) 56 HC micro relay Rear window defroster , Heated mirrors 57 — Not used 58 — Not used 59 HC micro relay Auxiliary blower motor 60 HC micro relay T railer tow battery charge 61 G8 ...
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W ARNING: Refer to T ire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information W ARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle con ...
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Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability 3. Full-size dissimilar spare without labe ...
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Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. Removing the spare tire and jack If the 3rd row seat is stowed in the floor , you will need to unstow it to access the spare tire and jack. Refer to Unstowing the third row seat ...
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W ARNING: T o help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), set the parking brake and block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. W ARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be ...
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3. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do ...
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2. Securely close the wrench compartment and the jack bag using the V elcro 威 strips. 3. Place the jack kit on the angled bracket in the spare tire tub, using the locating tabs to position the jack correctly . 4. Insert the straight end of the jack retention bracket through the eyelet of the angled bracket and swing the retention bracket over the ...
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T EMPORARY MOBILITY KIT (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a temporary mobility kit (located under the driver’ s seat). T o remove the temporary mobility kit, move the driver’ s seat fully forward and undo the V elcro 威 strap that attaches it to the rear of the seat frame. T o replace the temporary mobility kit, open the V elcro ...
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1. Air compressor (inside) 2. Diverter knob 3. On/Off button 4. Air pressure gauge 5. Deflation button 6. Sealant bottle/canister 7. Sealant filling clear tube 8. Sealant tube — tire valve connector 9. Y ellow cap tool 10. Air compressor hose 11. Air hose — tire valve connector 12. Accessory power plug 13. Casing/housing General information W A ...
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• Read the information in the T ips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit: • Before operating the temporary mobility kit, make sure you ...
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• Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio and DVD player operation. What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire’ s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit: • In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air . Aft ...
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4. Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle. 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area) . 7. T urn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. T urn on the ...
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tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. W ARNING: Do not stand directly over the temporary mobility kit while inflating the tire. If you notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’ s sidewall during inflation, stop and call roadside assistance. W ARNING: If the t ...
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4. Adjust the tire to the recommended inflation pressure from the tire label located on the driver’ s door or door jamb area. Pressing the deflation button near the sealant canister removes air from the tire. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 5. T urn the co ...
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Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit 1. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 2. Press the button located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing below the canister while pulling up on the sealant canister . Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1. Align the sealant canis ...
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2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 3. W rap the clear tube around the compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister , consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance. Be sure to check the sealant ...
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WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb N • m 1/2-20 UNF 100 135 * T orque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford r ...
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the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system as it can be damaged. Y ou must use the included funnel in such circumstances. W ARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the ...
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5. T urn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. T urn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery ...
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3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 1. Rem ...
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WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not a ...
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If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly , vehicle damage may occur . Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle ( ...
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GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai ...
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• Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakvil ...
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In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights ...
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THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB A ...
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UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part ...
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If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Asia-Pacific Region, Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Virgin Islands, Central America, the Caribbean, and Israel, contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMP ANY FORD EXPORT OPERA TIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business P ...
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ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERA TURE T o order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORA TED P .O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog, call toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website: www ...
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform T ransport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. Customer Assistance 362 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ...
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W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • ...
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W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the ...
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• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water ...
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3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER B ...
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• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32-A) in the U.S., or Premium Quality W indshield W asher Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps ...
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W ARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. W ipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2 ...
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W ARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION) For King Ranch 威 leather seats, refer to a separate section ...
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• T est any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather as cleaners may darken the leather . • Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-based products on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather . • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for ...
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FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Y our Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Eac ...
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o 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 can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only r ...
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OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located at the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch using the handle that is located under the front passenger side of the hood. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. Maintenanc ...
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (out of view) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. W indshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Spec ...
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Engine shield Some vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine. This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. It is secured with four quick release fasteners. 3.7L V6 engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6 ...
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smea ...
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CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be impr ...
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Changing rear window wiper blade T o replace the rear wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with one hand close to the arm/blade joint and pull it as far away from the glass as possible. Do not use excessive force because it can break the wiper arm at the heel. Hold it there until the next step. 2. Grab the primary structure of the blade with the othe ...
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5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. ? ...
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Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity . Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the en ...
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vehicle’ s engine . Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this section for more information. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty . Change your engine oil according to the appropriat ...
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Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or kno ...
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W ARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery , excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery . Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries conta ...
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If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling a ...
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When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within the COLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. If the engine coo ...
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and new (unused) coolant together in the vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine’ s cooling system. The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warranty . Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling syst ...
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3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir . If you removed the radiator cap in an over ...
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Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • A coolant concentration of 60% will provide freeze point protection down to -62°F [-52°C]. Increased engine coolant concentrat ...
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Y ou may notice a reduction in the vehicle’ s speed caused by reduced engine power . Y our vehicle has been designed to enter this mode if certain high temperature/high load conditions take place in order to manage the engine’ s fluid temperatures. The amount of speed reduction will depend on the vehicle loading, towing, grade, ambient temperat ...
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What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The ...
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W ARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only . Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs. When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will have limited power , will not be able to maintain high-speed operation, and may completely shut down withou ...
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Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injur ...
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Refueling W ARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking mater ...
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4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the tank to th ...
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Octane recommendations 3.7L V6 engine Y our vehicle will run normally on 87 octane regular fuel. Premium fuel will provide improved performance. 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine Y our vehicle is designed to run on regular fuel with an octane rating of 87 or higher . For best overall performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recom ...
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Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner -burning” gasolines to improve air quality , per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel A void running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • Y ou may need to cycle ...
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1. After lifting the carpeted floor panel, locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the rear , lower edge of the spare tire compartment. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container . 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be p ...
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The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty . Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty . The amount of usable fu ...
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economy under current driving conditions. Additionally , keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy . In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy . Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of varia ...
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Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boar ...
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W ARNING: 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. Illumination of the service engine soon indicator , charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of e ...
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4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the service engine soon ...
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The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20 minutes of stop ...
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BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of the system could be compromised; se ...
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5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary , refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. (For vehicles with the EcoBoost™ engine, move the air filter assembly aside to access the transmission dipstick). W ARNING: Use gloves when moving the a ...
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C. Remove the bolt cover (if equipped). D. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle (2). E. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (1). F . Remove the harness retaining clip by pulling up (3). Do not disconnect the sensor (4). G. W ithout disconnecting the sensor (4), pull the air ...
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W ARNING: Do not run engine with the air filter disconnected. Start the engine and continue with Step 6. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube by turning it to the locked position. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in the designated areas for normal operating temperature. Low ...
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Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter . Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission compone ...
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AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft 威 part numbers in this chapter . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your ...
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4. W ipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover . This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Replace the a ...
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• T ouch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust. • Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is washed. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light grade oil. See the Cleaning c ...
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Brakes • Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released. T ires • Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion. Removing veh ...
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.7L V6 Engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ Engine Engine air filter element F A-1884 F A-1884 Battery BXT -65-750 BXT -65-750 Oil filter FL-500-S FL-500-S Spark Plugs SP-411 1 SP-512-A 1 1 For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for c ...
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Brake fluid Between MAX and MIN on reservoir Motorcraft 威 High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and li ...
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Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Engine oil (3.7L V6 engine) 5.5 quarts (5.2L) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W20 Sy ...
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Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Engine coolant 13.2 quarts (12.5L) (3.7L engine) 6 Motorcraft 威 Specialty Green Engine Coolant 3 VC-10-A2 (US) CVC-10-A (Canada) / WSS-M97B55-A Power steering fluid (except EcoBoost™ engine) Between MAX and MIN on reservoir Motorcraft 威 MERCON 威 VA T F XT -5-Q ...
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ENGINE DATA Engine 3.7L V6 engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine Cubic inches 226 214 Fuel See Octane recommendations earlier in this chapter . See Octane recommendations earlier in this chapter . Firing order 1–4–2–5–3–6 1–4–2–5–3–6 Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) 0.033–0.037 inch (.84– .94 mm) Ignition syste ...
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3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label ...
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V ehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number . The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross ...
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T RANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code 6F50 6–Speed Automatic T ransmission J 6F55 6–Speed Automatic T ransmission (with EcoBoost™) G Maintenance and Specifications 420 201 1 MKT (mkt ...
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LINCOLN CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Lincoln Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of y ...
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Peace of mind • Remote start • V ehicle tracking and recovery* • Cargo area protector • Protective seat covers* • Wheel locks • W indshield wiper shaker* • Locking fuel plug for capless fuel systems *Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessory manufacturer’ s warranty . Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designed ...
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP . It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company , and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New V ehicle Limited W arranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered V ehicle Compo ...
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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. W ith Ford ESP , you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. A void the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle! Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance P ...
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) Y ou can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company . Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement • Coverage for certain maintenance and w ...
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. It is y ...
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different specifications and performance features. That’ s why it’ s important to rely upon your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this tes ...
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Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make your service visit more convenient. How’ s that for quality service? Factory-trained technicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored certification training to help them become experts on the operation of your vehicle. ...
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Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly . This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your ve ...
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Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’ s a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’ s your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. Y ou’ll know what’ s been checked, what’ ...
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 432 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 433
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message center which determines the proper oil change service interval. Y ou should perform the engine oil change as indicated by the instrument cluster message center . The message center will display ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED to indicate ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 434
Oil Change Service Interval* 1 2 3 456789 1 0 Change engine oil and filter • ••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth • ••••••••• Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag • ••••••••• Perform multi-point inspection (recommen ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 435
Oil Change Service Interval* 11 12 13 14 15 Change engine oil and filter •• • • • Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth •• • • • Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag •• • • • Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) •• • • • Inspect automatic ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 436
Perform the services noted in the following table at the specified time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due. Example #1: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 437
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 ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 438
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 ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 439
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 ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 440
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below , you will need to have some items maintained more frequently . If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 441
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery , taxi, patrol car or livery As required – Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by message center and perform ser vices as listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart (except Fiesta). Inspect frequently , service as requi ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 442
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) – Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth. – Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , loos ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 443
Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 444
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 ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 445
EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a lea ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 446
COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 446 201 1 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 447
Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 448
A Accessing the help screen ......... 52 Accessing the music in your jukebox ........................................ 47 Accessing your calendar ............ 51 Accessory delay ........................ 117 Active Park Assist .....................303 Adaptive Cruise Control ...........122 AdvanceT rac .............................. 284 Air cleaner f ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 449
Cargo net ................................... 142 CD ................................................ 44 Cell phone use .............................. 8 Changing a tire ......................... 333 Child safety seats ......................226 in front seat ............................ 227 in rear seat .............................. 227 LA TCH .... ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 450
E Electronic message center ......... 18 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting .......................... 350 running out of fuel ......... 349, 396 Emission control system .......... 400 Engine ........................................ 417 cleaning ................................... 364 coolant ..................................... 384 fail-safe coo ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 451
Heating heating and air conditioning system ....................................... 88 Home screen ............................... 35 Homelink wireless control system ........................................ 134 Hood .......................................... 373 I Ignition ............................... 276, 417 Illuminated visor mirror ......... ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 452
automatic dimming rearview mirror ...................................... 118 fold away ................................. 119 heated ................................ 88, 119 programmable memory .......... 159 side view mirrors (power) .....118 Mobile media system .................. 32 Moon roof .................................. 132 Motorcraft 威 p ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 453
S Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ......... 192, 195–196, 198, 200–201 Safety Canopy ...................216, 218 Safety defects, reporting .. 361–362 Safety restraints ....... 192, 195–198, 200–201 Belt-Minder 威 ........................... 202 extension assembly ................ 200 for adults ................. 196, 198, 200 for ch ...
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Lincoln Electric 2011 MKT - page 454
checking the pressure ............ 246 inflating ................................... 244 label ......................................... 256 replacing .................................. 248 rotating .................................... 250 safety practices ....................... 249 sidewall information ............... 251 snow tires and chains .. ...
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