Hilly condition usage
It is recommended that the driver select a lower gear position when ACC
is active in situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades
(i.e., driving in mountainous areas). In these situations, additional engine
braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle’s regular brake
system to prevent them from overheating. For more information,
referenceAutomatic transmission operationin theDrivingchapter.
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 down. This is to allow the brakes to cool down. When the brakes
have cooled down, the ACC will again function normally.
Turning off cruise control
Press the OFF button to turn off the
cruise control.
Note:When you turn off the cruise
control or the ignition, your cruise
control set speed memory is erased.
Detection issues
The radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In some situations it may
not detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than expected.
Detection issues can occur:
•When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front.
Driver Controls
86
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are
safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.
WARNING:Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system
directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision
greatly increase.
WARNING:Do not operate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
when towing a trailer equipped with brakes. Aftermarket trailer
brakes will not function properly when ACC is activated, which may
lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of serious injury.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do not
connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can cause
damage to your vehicle’s electrical system. Contact your authorized
dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
Tires, Wheels and Loading
221
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
32 10A Restraint control module
33 10A Adaptive Lighting
34 5A AdvanceTrac, Adaptive cruise
control module, Electronic power
assist steering
35 10A AWD, DHRSM, Absolute steering
angle switch, Park aid (run/start)
36 5A Passive anti-theft system (PATS)
module
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A Amplifier (THX or 6 channel)
39 20A Radio/Navigation
40 20A Amplifier (THX or 2 channel)
41 15A Delayed Accessory
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Rear window defroster relay, Rain
sensor
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Wiper relay and module, Blower
relay
46 7.5A Occupant classification sensor
(OCS), Electronic finish panel,
Climate control
47 30A Circuit
BreakerNot used
48 — 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.
Roadside Emergencies
271
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
9 40A** Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
pump
10 30A** Starter relay
11 30A** Powertrain control module (PCM)
relay
12 20A** ABS valve
13 15A* Adapt cruise
14 10A* Brake on/off switch
15 15A* Auto high beam
16 20A* Left high intensity discharge
(HID) headlamp
17 10A* Alternator sense
18 — Not used
19 20A** Instrument panel power point
20 40A** Rear window defroster
21 20A** Console power point
22 30A** Front heated/cooled seats
23 7.5A* PCM Keep alive power, Canister
vent
24 10A* A/C clutch relay
25 20A* Right HID headlamp
26 10A* Backup relay
27 15A* Fuel pump
28 60A** Cooling fan (3.7L V6 engine)
80A** Cooling fan (3.5L V6 engine)
29 30A** Left rear window
30 30A** Left front window
31 — Not used
32 30A** Driver seat module
33 40A** Passive entry/passive start
(PEPS) run/start relay
34 — Not used
Roadside Emergencies
273
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Components
35 40A** Front A/C blower motor
36 20A* Passenger compartment fuse
panel run/start
37 10A* PCM run/start
38 5A* Delayed accessory
39 Diode Fuel pump diode
40 Diode One-touch integrated start (OTIS)
diode
41 G8VA relay A/C clutch
42 G8VA relay Fuel pump
43 G8VA relay Backup
44 G8VA relay Auto high beam
45 — Not used
46 15A* Vehicle power 2 (PCM), Vehicle
power 3 (PCM)
47 15A* PCM Vehicle power 1
48 15A* Vehicle power4–Ignition coils
49 10A* Heated mirrors
50 Half ISO relay Blower motor relay
51 Half ISO relay Fog deactivation
52 Half ISO relay Starter relay
53 Half ISO relay Adaptive cruise control (stop
lamps)
54 — Not used
55 Half ISO relay Wiper relay
56 Half ISO relay HBL relay
57 — Not used
58 — Not used
59 — Not used
60 — Not used
61 — Not used
62 — Not used
Roadside Emergencies
274
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
•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 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.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
Maintenance and Specifications
331
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
A
Accessory delay ..........................77
Active Park Assist .....................252
Adaptive Cruise Control .............81
AdvanceTrac ..............................234
Air cleaner filter ...............337–339
Air conditioning ....................48, 51
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................161, 170, 172
and child safety seats ............163
description ..............161, 170, 172
disposal ....................................175
driver airbag ............163, 171, 173
indicator light .................169, 175
operation .................163, 171, 173
passenger airbag .....163, 171, 173
side airbag ...............................170
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................257
Ambient mood/lighting ...............64
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................316
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................232
Anti-theft system ..............124, 132
arming the system ..................133
disarming a triggered
system .....................................134
triggering .................................134
Audio system (see Radio) .........31
Automatic transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specification ..................340
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................240fluid, adding ............................335
fluid, checking ........................335
Selectshift (SST) ....................242
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....39
B
Battery .......................................314
acid, treating emergencies .....314
jumping a disabled battery ....283
maintenance-free ....................314
replacement, specifications ...339
servicing ..................................314
Belt-Minder.............................156
Blind Spot Spotter Mirror ........256
Booster seats .............................189
Brakes ........................................232
anti-lock ...................................232
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................233
fluid, checking and adding ....335
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
fluid, specifications .................340
lubricant specifications ..........340
parking ....................................233
shift interlock ..........................240
Bulbs ............................................64
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....340
Car2U garage door opener .........96
Cargo cover .................................77
Cargo net ...................................103
CD ................................................31
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................275
Child safety seats ......................180
Index
352
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)
attaching with tether straps ..187
in front seat ............................180
in rear seat ..............................180
LATCH .....................................184
recommendations ...................178
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................189
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............300
instrument panel ....................302
interior .....................................303
plastic parts ............................301
washing ....................................298
waxing .....................................299
wheels ......................................299
wiper blades ............................301
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......48, 51
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD/MP3 ........................32
Collision Warning System .........249
Compass, electronic ....................71
calibration .................................72
set zone adjustment .................72
Console
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat ...............................138
steering column ........................89
Coolant
checking and adding ..............316
refill capacities ................320, 340
specifications ..........................340
Cooled Seats ..............................140
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................79
Cupholder(s) .............................145
Customer Assistance ................265Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................349
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................295
Getting roadside assistance ...265
Getting the service you
need .........................................291
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................296
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................295
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................61
Defrost
rear window ..............................48
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................51
windshield ...........................48, 51
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................335
engine oil .................................311
Doors
central unlocking ....................107
Driving under special
conditions ..........................259, 262
sand .........................................260
snow and ice ...........................262
through water .................261, 264
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................283
running out of fuel .........283, 326
Emission control system ..........331
Index
353
2010 MKS(mks)
Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing
USA(fus)