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:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and
demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the
windshield. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging. To exit
select another mode.
3.Temperature:Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.
For optimum defrosting performance, set the dial to the hottest setting.
4.
R:Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to
Rear window defrosterlater in this chapter for more information. If
your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the
same button will activate both.
5.
:Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle
cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time required to cool
down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages
automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in
any airflow mode except
(defrost).
6.A/C (if equipped):Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use
with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.
Engages automatically in
(defrost),(floor/defrost) or MAX A/C.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select
(defrost) or(floor/defrost).
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with
(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
•To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with the
windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the
vehicle has been “aired out.”
•A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the
air distribution setting that is selected.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
R5 — Passenger heated seat relay
R6 — IA module – accessory relay
R7 — IA module – ignition relay
R8 — Battery saver relay
R9 — Delay 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.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Battery
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
7. Air filter assembly
8. Engine oil dipstick
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vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
•Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
•Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
•Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in miles or kilometers).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in
gallons or liters).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy:
Calculation 1:Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Calculation 2:Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total
kilometers traveled.
Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city
or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel
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 variables and improve your fuel economy.
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automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................124
heated ......................................125
side view mirrors (power) .....125
signal .......................................126
Modifying your phone book .......60
Moon roof ..................................128
Motorcraftparts ..............287, 317
O
Octane rating ............................305
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................292
P
Pairing media devices to
SYNC....................................83–84
Pairing your phone .....................71
Pairing your phone for the first
time ..............................................50
Parking brake ............................236
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........317
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................152
Performing a master reset ...75, 87
Phone dependent features .........41
Phone redial ................................55
Phone settings ............................59
Phone status ...............................59
Play menu ....................................85
Playing a specific track ..............92
Playing similar music ..................93
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................256Power door locks ......................131
Power mirrors ...........................125
Power point ...............................121
Power steering ..................239–240
fluid, refill capacity ................318
fluid, specifications .................318
Power Windows .........................122
Privacy information ....................40
Push button start system .........230
Putting a call on/off hold ...........53
R
Radio ......................................24, 27
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................183
Relays ........................................252
Remote entry system .......135, 137
illuminated entry ....................142
locking/unlocking doors .........138
opening the trunk ...................139
replacement/additional
transmitters .....................141–142
replacing the batteries ...........139
Returning to factory
defaults ..................................74, 86
Roadside assistance ..................250
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..151, 154–155, 157, 159
Safety Canopy ...........................174
Safety defects, reporting ..........279
Safety information ......................40
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