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4. Start — press the START/STOP button (for any length of time) while
applying the brake pedal.Note:The indicator light on the start button
will illuminate when the vehicle is in on mode and when the engine is
started.
There may be areas inside your vehicle where the IA key is not detected.
If the message NO KEY DETECTED appears on your message center
when you press the START/STOP button, it may be necessary to move
your IA key to another area within the vehicle. The IA key may not be
detected near the roof (between the driver or passenger sunvisor and
the roof, or in the overhead console area) or in the extreme corners of
the rear package tray, near your audio speakers. It is not recommended
that you stow the IA key in these locations. If you move the IA key to a
location where it has been detected before and you still see the NO KEY
DETECTED message, your IA key’s battery may be low or you may be in
an area with excessive radio frequency interference. If this occurs, you
can use the back-up method to start your vehicle (see below).
Back-up method of starting:Your IA key uses a radio frequency signal
to communicate with your vehicle and authorize your vehicle to start
when you press the START/STOP button and apply the brake pedal.
If excessive radio frequency
interference is present in the area,
or if the battery in your IA key is
low, it may be necessary to start
your car by inserting the IA key in
the back-up slot, located at the front
of the center console storage
compartment. Insert the IA key into
the slot with buttons facing down
and with key ring out.
After inserting the IA key into the back-up slot, use the START/STOP
button and brake pedal to start your vehicle as usual. The vehicle should
respond normally as long as the IA key is in the back-up slot. Once the
vehicle is started, the IA key can be removed from the back-up slot, if
desired.
Fast restart feature:The Fast Restart feature allows you to re-start
your vehicle within 20 seconds of switching the vehicle off, if a valid IA
key is not present when the vehicle is switched off. When you switch
your vehicle off without an IA key in the passenger compartment or
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ADVANCETRACWITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC)
STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
The AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem provides the following stability
enhancement features for certain driving situations:
•Traction control system (TCS), which functions to help avoid
drive-wheel spin and loss of traction.
•Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids
or lateral slides
•Roll Stability Control™ (RSC), which functions to help avoid a
vehicle roll-over.
WARNING:Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance
of the AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem. In addition, installing any
stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the
AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem. Install any aftermarket stereo
loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, the
tunnel, and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering
with the AdvanceTracwith RSCsensors. Reducing the effectiveness
of the AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem could lead to an increased risk
of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
WARNING:Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem is an indication that
at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road;
this could reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle,
potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death. If your AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem
activates, SLOW DOWN.
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attaching with tether
straps .......................................194
in front seat ............................189
in rear seat ..............................189
LATCH .....................................192
recommendations ...................186
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................197
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............313
instrument panel ....................316
interior .....................................317
plastic parts ............................315
safety belts ..............................317
washing ....................................312
waxing .....................................312
wheels ......................................313
wiper blades ............................315
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or
Heating) .....................57, 59, 61, 63
Clock ............................................46
Collision Warning System .........262
Console ........................................84
overhead ....................................83
Controls
power seat ...............................145
steering column ........................98
Convertible
cleaning ...................................316
Coolant
checking and adding ..............330
refill capacities ................333, 356
specifications ..........................356
Cross Traffic Alert ....................267
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................89
Cupholder(s) .............................153Customer Assistance ................280
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................367, 370
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................308
Getting roadside assistance ...280
Getting the service
you need .................................304
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................310
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................308
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................70
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................349, 352
engine oil .................................324
Driving under special
conditions ..................256, 274, 277
sand .........................................276
snow and ice ...........................278
through water .................276, 279
E
Electronic message center ...20, 25
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................298
running out of fuel .........298, 341
Emission control system ..........346
Engine ........................................360
cleaning ...................................313
coolant .....................................330
fail-safe cooling .......................335
idle speed control ...................328
lubrication specifications .......356
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