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Collision Warning
System MessagesAction / Description
COLLISION WARN
NOT AVAILABLEDisplayed when there is a system malfunction
with the collision warning system. The system
will be disabled.
COLLISION
WARNING NOT
AVAILABLE
SENSOR BLOCKED
SEE MANUALDisplayed when the collision warning system
radar is blocked because of poor radar
visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water
in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean
the sensor to resolve.
COLLISION
WARNING
MALFUNCTIONDisplayed when there is a system malfunction
with the collision warning system. The system
will be disabled.
Door Messages Action / Description
X DOOR AJARDisplayed when a door is not completely
closed.
LIFTGATE AJARDisplayed when the liftgate is not completely
closed.
Fuel Messages Action / Description
CHECK FUEL FILL
INLETDisplayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be
properly closed. Refer toEasy Fuel“no cap”
fuel systemin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
XXX MI TO EDisplayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
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Keys and Intelligent
Access MessagesAction / Description
RESTART NOW OR
KEY IS NEEDEDDisplayed when the start/stop button is
pressed to shut off the engine and a Intelligent
Access Key is not detected inside the vehicle.
Refer toPush button start systemin the
Drivingchapter for more information.
ACCESSORY
POWER ACTIVEDisplayed when the vehicle is in the accessory
ignition state.
Maintenance
MessagesAction / Description
LOW ENGINE OIL
PRESSUREStop the vehicle as soon as safely possible,
turn off the engine. Check the oil level. See
Checking the engine oilin theMaintenance
and Specificationschapter. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on with your
engine running, contact your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOONDisplayed when the engine oil life remaining is
10% or less.
OIL CHANGE
REQUIREDDisplayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.
ENGINE COOLANT
OVER TEMPDisplayed when the engine coolant
temperature is excessively high.
WASHER FLUID
LEVEL LOWIndicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than
one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level.
Refer toWindshield washer fluidin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter.
MyKeyMessages Action / Description
MYKEY ACTIVE
DRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when MyKeyis active.
MYKEY NOT
CREATEDDisplayed during key programming when
MyKeycannot be programmed.
SPEED LIMITED TO
80 MPHDisplayed when starting the vehicle and
MyKeyis in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on. Refer toMyKeyin theLocks and
Securitychapter for more information.
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Park Aid Messages Action / Description
CHECK PARK AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.
CHECK REAR PARK
AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.
REAR PARK AID ON
OFFDisplays the rear park aid status.
Passenger Sensing
System MessageAction / Description
REMOVE OBJECTS
NEAR PASSENGER
SEATDisplayed when objects are by the passenger
seat. After the objects are moved away from
the seat, if the warning stays on or continues
to come on contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Tire Messages Action / Description
LOW TIRE
PRESSUREDisplayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to
Inflating Your Tiresin theTires, Wheels and
Loadingchapter.
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITOR FAULTDisplayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays
on or continues to come on, have the system
inspected by your authorized dealer.
TIRE PRESSURE
SENSOR FAULTDisplayed when a tire pressure sensor is
malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use.
For more information on how the system
operates under these conditions, refer to
Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)in theTires,
Wheels and Loadingchapter. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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MYFORD™ SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
Vol (Power/Volume):Press to turn the system on/off and turn to
increase/decrease the volume levels.
Maneuvering the screens:When using your system, information will
appear in the display screen. You can make selections and maneuver the
screens a few different ways:
1. Use the soft keys beneath the screen to select the function directly
above them.
2. You can press some of the hard buttons to access their respective
menus.
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•CD compression:Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a
more consistent listening level.
Audio settings
Press MENU > Audio Settings to access:
•Spd. Comp. Vol:Scroll to select Speed Compensated Volume and
press OK to enter the menu. This feature automatically adjusts the
system’s volume to compensate for speed and wind noise. You can set
the system between off and +7. Press OK to confirm and close.
•Sound:Press OK to enter and scroll using the center control to select
from Treble, Bass, Middle, Balance, Fade. Use the center controls to
make adjustments and press OK to confirm and close.
CD tips
•Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playing surface).
•Inspect discs before playing.
•Clean only with an approved CD cleaner.
•Wipe discs from the center out.
•Do notexpose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended
periods of time.
•Do notclean using a circular motion.
Note:CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)
audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly
when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or
discs with a scratch protection film attached.CDs with homemade paper
(adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the
label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.It is
recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip
marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please
contact your authorized dealer for further information.
Auxiliary input jack (line in)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
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USB port (if equipped)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while
driving.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located in the center
console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices,
memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. If
it is a single USB port, refer to theSYNCsupplement for more
information. If there are two USB ports (and you have a touch screen
system), refer to theMyFord Touch™ supplementfor more
information.
Media hub (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the
MyFord Touch™ touchscreen
system, your media hub is located in
your center console and will contain
the following:
1. USB ports
2. SD card slot
3. AV inputs
For more information on these components, please refer to the Media
chapter of yourMyFord Touch™supplement.
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MYFORD TOUCH ™ (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their
focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of
the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.
Your vehicle may be equipped with an infotainment system which utilizes
a four corner strategy and dynamic menu listings to provide quick access
to vehicle features and settings.
For complete information on this system, please refer to yourMyFord
Touch™ / MyLincoln Touch™ Supplement.
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3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position.
4. Turn the vehicle on.
5. Turn the vehicle off.
6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlights
should turn on).
7. Turn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delay
time (up to three minutes) has been reached.
High beams
Pull the lever fully past the detent
to activate. Pull the lever fully again
to deactivate.
Flash-to-pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced intensity output.
To activate:
•the ignition must be in the on position and
•the headlamp control must be in the off, autolamps or parking lamps
position.
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
Lights
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