2010 FORD FUSION light

Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet
If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed over
the fuel fill inlet.
Choosing the right fuel
If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADED
FUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85).
If your vehicle is not a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), then only use
UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10%
ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leaded fuel or
any other fuel.
The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your
vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives.
Note:Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause
powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not
be covered under warranty.
Octane recommendations
Your vehicle is designed to use
“Regular” unleaded gasoline with a
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.
Some stations offer fuels posted as
“Regular” with an octane rating
below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels
below 87 are not recommended.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
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possible—at least half a tank. Do not add less than five gallons (18.9L)
when refueling. You should drive the vehicle immediately after refueling
for at least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in
ethanol concentration.
If you exclusively use E85 fuel, it is recommended to fill the fuel tank
with regular unleaded gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Refilling with a portable fuel container
With the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directions
when filling from a portable fuel container:
WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, which could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy
Fuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel
system and its seal and cause injury to you or others.
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Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle 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 boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the
Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates. Contact
your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your
vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the
fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. Your fuel economy may
vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
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If other than Ford, Motorcraftor Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
WARNING:Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal also lists engine displacement.
Please consult yourWarranty Guide/Customer Information Guidefor
complete emission warranty information.
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the
on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II). The OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the service
engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected
a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine
soon
indicator to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
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Accessory delay ..........................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................205
Air cleaner filter .......317–318, 320
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ....................47, 50
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................134, 143, 146
and child safety seats ............136
description ..............134, 143, 146
disposal ....................................149
driver airbag ....134, 136, 144, 147
indicator light .........142, 145, 148
operation .........134, 136, 144, 147
passenger airbag ....134, 136, 144,
147
side airbag ...............................143
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................229
Ambient mood/lighting ...............60
AM/FM .........................................28
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................289
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................203–204
Anti-theft system ..............101, 105
arming the system ..................105
disarming a triggered
system .....................................106
triggering .................................106
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................28
Single CD ..................................28
Audio system (see Radio) .........28Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................212, 214
fluid, adding ....................310, 317
fluid, checking ................310, 317
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specification ..................321
Selectshift (SST) ....................215
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....36
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........321
B
Battery .......................................287
acid, treating emergencies .....287
jumping a disabled battery ....253
maintenance-free ....................287
replacement, specifications ...320
servicing ..................................287
Belt-Minder.............................129
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................223
Booster seats .............................165
Brakes ........................................203
anti-lock ...........................203–204
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................204
fluid, checking and adding ....310
fluid, refill capacities ..............321
fluid, specifications .................321
lubricant specifications ..........321
parking ....................................204
shift interlock ..........................210
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................60
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................253
running out of fuel .........252, 302
Emission control system ..........306
Engine ........................................325
cleaning ...................................269
coolant .....................................289
fail-safe cooling .......................294
idle speed control ...................287
lubrication specifications .......321
refill capacities ........................321
service points ..................277–279
starting after a collision .........238
Engine block heater .................201
Engine oil ..................................281
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................281
checking and adding ..............281
dipstick ....................................281
filter, specifications ........286, 320
recommendations ...................286
refill capacities ........................321
specifications ..........................321
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................201
F
Fail safe cooling ........................294
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....295
Fluid capacities .........................321
Fog lamps ....................................56
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................229
Fuel ............................................295calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 303
cap ...........................................298
capacity ...................................321
choosing the right fuel ...........300
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................306
detergent in fuel .....................302
filler funnel .............................302
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................295, 298, 303
filter, specifications ........295, 320
fuel pump shut-off ..................238
fuel pump shut-off switch .....238
improving fuel economy ........303
octane rating ...........300–301, 325
quality ......................................301
running out of fuel .........252, 302
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................295
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................295, 300–301
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......238
Fuses ..................................239–240
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............298
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................303
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................237
Headlamps ...................................55
aiming ........................................58
autolamp system .......................55
bulb specifications ....................61
daytime running lights .............56
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flash to pass ..............................57
high beam .................................57
replacing bulbs .........................62
turning on and off ....................55
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................47, 50
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................45
Hood ..........................................276
I
Ignition ...............................198, 325
Illuminated visor mirror .............73
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................154
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................308
Instrument panel ........................77
cleaning ...................................271
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................57
J
Jack ............................................246
positioning ...............................246
storage .....................................246
Jump-starting your vehicle ......253
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................89
keypad .....................................100
locking and unlocking doors ..101
programming entry code .......100Keys .....................................88, 103
positions of the ignition .........198
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................55
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................61
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................56
headlamps .................................55
headlamps, flash to pass ..........57
instrument panel, dimming .....57
interior lamps .....................59, 62
replacing bulbs .........................62
LATCH anchors .........................160
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........204
Load limits .................................190
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................93
doors ..........................................89
Lubricant specifications ...........321
Lug nuts ....................................251
Lumbar support, seats .............110
M
Manual transmission .................217
fluid capacities ........................321
lubricant specifications ..........321
reverse .....................................218
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................21
warning messages .....................24
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Mirrors ...................................80–81
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................80
heated ........................................81
side view mirrors (power) .......81
Moon roof ....................................85
Motorcraftparts ..............274, 320
N
Navigation system .......................44
O
Octane rating ....................300–301
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................281
P
Parking brake ............................204
Parts (see Motorcraft
parts) .........................................320
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................121
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................242
Power door locks ........................89
Power mirrors .............................81
Power point .................................77
Power steering ..................209–210
fluid, checking and adding ....309
fluid, refill capacity ................321
fluid, specifications .................321
Power Windows ...........................78
R
Radio ............................................28Rear-view camera system .........221
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................152
Relays ........................................239
Remote entry system .................95
illuminated entry ................97, 99
locking/unlocking doors .....95–96
opening the trunk .....................96
panic alarm ...............................96
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................97
replacing the batteries .............97
Reverse sensing system ...........219
Roadside assistance ..................236
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........120, 123, 125–127
Safety Canopy ...........................143
Safety defects, reporting ..........266
Safety restraints ...............120, 123,
125–127
Belt-Minder...........................129
extension assembly ................128
for adults .........................125–127
for children .............................149
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................121
warning light and chime ........128
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................160
Safety seats for children ..........154
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................326
Satellite Radio .............................28
Satellite Radio Information ........41
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