2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT fuel type

Transit Connect Electric vehicles
All references in this publication to engine, engine coolant, fuel system,
transmission and related specifications should be disregarded for the
Transit Connect Electric. Please see the Transit Connect Electric
supplement for specific references to unique systems.
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
WARNING:Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package.
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC
Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information
may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford
authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be
used for any purpose. See yourSYNCsupplement for more information.
Introduction
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Engine coolant temperature
gauge:Indicates engine coolant
temperature. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will be in
the normal range.If it enters the
red section, the engine is
overheating. Stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible, switch
off the engine and let the engine cool.If it enters the red section
and the service engine soon indicator light illuminates, refer toHow fail
safe cooling worksin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
WARNING: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 in the on position). The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or on a grade.
The symbol of the fuel pump with
the arrow points to the side of the
vehicle that the fuel filler inlet is located.
Refer toFilling the tankin theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information.
Information display type 1
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Information display type 2
1.Distance to empty / clock:Registers the approximate distance the
vehicle can travel before refueling is necessary. Clock shows the current
set time.
Switching the display between “clock” and “distance to empty”:
•Vehicles with AM/FM radio: Press and release the Select button (4) to
switch between the “distance to empty” display and the clock display.
•Vehicles with AM/FM radio/CD player: “Distance to empty” information
is displayed normally. Press and hold the Select button (4) to switch
to the “clock” display. After releasing the button, “distance to empty”
will display again.
Setting the clock:
Vehicles with AM/FM radio:Press and hold the Select button (4)
until the time flashes in the display. Press the Select button (4) to set
the time.
Vehicles with AM/FM radio / CD player:Use the radio to set the
time. SeeSetting the clockin theEntertainmentchapter.
2.Trip odometer:Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press
the Reset button (5) until the trip odometer resets.
3.Odometer:Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.
4.Select button:Press to switch between clock and distance to empty.
Also used to set the clock for vehicles equipped with AM/FM radio.
5.Reset button:Press until the trip odometer resets.
Note:The information display will remain on for several minutes after
you switch off the ignition.
If SHON or SHIP ON is displayed, the vehicle shipping mode is switched
on. Have your dealer switch off the vehicle shipping mode.
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OPENING THE SLIDING DOOR
Note: the right-hand sliding door is inhibited from opening fully
when the fuel filler flap is unlocked and open.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
This device 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.
Remote entry receiver certification numbers
Country Part Label/Type Approval
CanadaSIEMENSVDO 5WK4 7899
IC: 267T - 5WK47899
USASIEMENSVDO 5WK4 7899
FCC ID: KR55WK47899
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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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.
Habits
•Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
•Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel
economy.
•Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
•Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
•Slow down gradually.
•Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]).
•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
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Item CapacityFord Part Name or
EquivalentFord Part Number /
Ford Specification
Engine coolant6.1 quarts
(5.7L)MotorcraftSpecialty Orange
Engine Coolant with Bittering
Agent (US) /
MotorcraftSpecialty Orange
Engine Coolant (Canada)
4
VC-3-B (US)
CVC-3-B (Canada) /
WSS-M97B44-D
Power steering
fluidFill to between
MIN and MAX
lines on
reservoirMotorcraftPower Steering
FluidXL-14 /
MERCONV
Windshield
washer fluidFill as requiredMotorcraftPremium Windshield
Washer Concentrate (US)
MotorcraftPremium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid
(Canada)ZC-32-A (US)
CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F)
(Canada) /
WSB-M8B16-A2 /- -
Fuel tank15.4 gallons
(58.3L)——
1Approximate dry fill capacity including transmission fluid cooling system, actual refill capacities
will vary based on vehicle application and transmission fluid cooling system (i.e. coolers size,
cooling lines, auxiliary cooler capacities). The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should
be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.2Automatic transmissions that require MERCONLV should only use MERCONLV fluid. Refer to
scheduled maintenanceto determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the
recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.3Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
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