2009 FORD FLEX AUX

Refrigerator:Press the COOL side
of the control and the indicator light
on the cool side of the switch will
glow when the refrigerator is active.
When in cool mode the temperature
will cool to approximately 41°F
(5°C). Press COOL again to turn off
the refrigerator or press FREEZE to
switch over to freezer mode.
Freezer:Press the FREEZE side of
the control and the indicator light
on the freeze side of the switch will
glow when the freezer is active.
When in freeze mode the
temperature will cool to
approximately 23°F (-5°C). Press
FREEZE again to turn off the
freezer or press COOL to switch
over to refrigerator mode.
When the vehicle is turned off, the refrigerator/freezer will also turn off
and will turn back on to the last used mode (freeze or cool) once the
vehicle is restarted.
Cleaning and maintenance
The refrigerator/freezer is maintenance free, but you can clean the inside
of the unit and the cover with a mild soap and water solution when
needed.
Note:Under certain conditions, condensation on the inside walls of the
refrigerator is normal.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
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An auxiliary power point is located
by the passenger’s ankle near the
floor in the front console bin. A
second one is located in the center
console utility compartment.
A third rear auxiliary power point is
located on the rear of the center
console which is accessible from the
second row seat.
A fourth auxiliary power point is
located on the right trim panel in
the rear cargo area.
Do not use the power point for
operating the cigarette lighter
element (if equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the power
point(s) over the vehicle capacity of
12 VDC/180W. If the power point or
cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to
Fuses and relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter for information
on checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Radio control features
Press MEDIA to select:
•AM, FM1, FM2, or CD
•DVD/FES (if equipped)
•SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite
Radio mode if equipped).
•LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack)
In Radio mode:
•Press
to access the
next/previous preset station.
In CD mode:
•Press
to listen to the
next track on the disc.
In Satellite radio mode (if
equipped):
•Press
to advance through preset channels.
In any mode:
•Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust
the volume.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
34 5A Yaw rate sensor, ABS R/S,
Refrigerator relay coil
35 10A Steering rotation sensor, Rear
park assist, Heated seat modules,
AWD, DC/AC inverter
36 5A PATS module
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A Not used (spare)
39 20A Radio
40 20A Second row heated seats
41 15A Switch illumination, EC mirror,
Moon roof, Front lock switches,
Radio
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Aux relay, Heated back light relay,
rear wiper
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Relay coils: PDB, Front and rear
wipers, Front blower motor
46 7.5A Occupant Classification Sensor
(OCS), Passenger Airbag
Deactivation Indicator (PADI)
47 30A Circuit
BreakerPower windows
48 Full ISO relay Delayed accessory relay
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.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
9 40A* Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS)/AdvanceTrac pump
10 30A* Starter
11 30A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
relay
12 20A* ABS/AdvanceTrac valve
13 20A** Left HID
14 10A** Brake on/off (BOO) switch
15 15A** Refrigerator
16 20A** Right HID
17 10A** Alternator
18 20A* Rear quarter panel power point
19 20A* Power point (front console)
20 40A* Rear defroster
21 20A* Rear console power point
22 20A* Sub woofer amp
23 7.5A** PCM Keep alive power, Canister
vent
24 10A** A/C clutch relay
25 25A** Rear wiper
26 20A** Backup relay
27 15A** Fuel relay (Fuel pump driver
module, Fuel pump)
28 80A* Cooling fan
29 30A* E-brake (trailer tow)
30 40A* Battery charge (trailer tow)
31 30A* Auxiliary blower relay
32 30A* Driver seat motors, Memory
module
33 — Not used
34 30A* Power liftgate
35 40A* Front A/C blower motor
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
36 10A** Back up lamps
37 10A** PCM run/start
38 5A** Illumination delayed accessory
39 Diode Fuel diode
40 Diode OTIS diode
41 G8VA relay A/C clutch
42 G8VA relay Fuel pump
43 G8VA relay Backup
44 G8VA relay Refrigerator
45 — Not used
46 15A** VPWR2, VPWR3
47 15A** PCM VPWR1
48 15A** PCM VPWR4
49 10A** Heated mirrors
50 Full ISO relay PCM relay
51 Full ISO relay Blower motor relay
52 Full ISO relay Starter relay
53 Full ISO relay Rear defrost relay
54 Full ISO relay Auxiliary blower motor relay
55 Full ISO relay Front wiper relay
56 — Not used
57 Full ISO relay Rear wiper relay
58 High current Battery charge relay (trailer tow)
* Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses
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Auxiliary relay box (if equipped)
The relay box is located in the engine compartment next to the power
distribution box.
Fuse/Relay
locationFuse amp
ratingDescription
1 10A Trailer tow backup lamp
2 15A Trailer tow stop/turn lamps
3 — Not used
4 — Not used
5 — Not used
6 — Not used
7 — Not used
8 — Not used
9 — Not used
10 — Not used
11 — Not used
12 20A Trailer tow park lamps
13 Micro ISO Trailer tow left turn
14 Micro ISO Trailer tow right turn
15 — Not used
16 Micro ISO Trailer tow park lamp
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OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel near
the steering column.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood.
3. Lift the hood.
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