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INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not
all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be
abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.
Press the OK button to
acknowledge and remove some
messages from the information
display. Other messages will be
removed automatically after a short
time. Certain messages need to be
confirmed before you can access
the menus.
Some messages will be supplemented by a system specific symbol with a
message indicator.
AdvanceTrac Message Action / Description
Service AdvanceTrac Displayed when the system has
detected a condition that requires
service. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Alarm Message Action / Description
To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle Displayed when unauthorized entry into the vehicle has
occurred. Turn the ignition on to
stop the alarm.
Brake System Message Action / Description
Brake Fluid Level LOW Indicates the brake fluid level is
low and the brake system should
be inspected immediately.
Check Brake System Displayed when the brake system
needs servicing. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
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Charging and Electrical SystemMessage Action / Description
Budget Set for xx mi (km) Displays when your budget is reset because you have reached your
charge point destination, or you no
longer have a charge point
destination identified through your
vehicle navigation system. Your
budget is set for the current
vehicle range estimate.
Doors MessageAction / Description
X Door Ajar Displays when the door listed is
not completely closed.
Liftgate Ajar Displays when the luggage
compartment is not completely
closed.
Hill Start Assist Message Action / Description
Hill start assist not available Displays when hill start assist is not available. Contact your
authorized dealer.
Keyless Vehicle / ImmobilizerMessage Action / Description
Starting System Fault This message is displayed when there is a problem with your
vehicle’s starting system. See your
authorized dealer for service.
Steering malfunction Service now Contact your authorized dealer.
Steering malfunction Stop safely Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Contact your authorized dealer.
Key Inside Vehicle Displays to remind you that the key is in the luggage compartment.
Refer toPush button start system
in the Driving chapter for more
information.
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Keyless Vehicle / ImmobilizerMessage Action / Description
Key Not Inside Car Displays if the key is not detected by the system. Refer toPush
button start system in the
Driving chapter for more
information.
No Key Detected Displays if the key is not detected by the system. Refer toPush
button start system in the
Driving chapter for more
information.
Accessory Power Active Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.
Press Brake to Start Displayed as a reminder to apply the brake as needed when starting.
Place Key in Backup Slot Displayed as needed by the system for proper function.
Lighting MessageAction / Description
Brake lamp Bulb fault Displays when the brake lamp bulb
has burned out. Contact your
authorized dealer.
Dipped beam Bulb fault Displays when the low beam
headlamp bulb has burned out.
Contact your authorized dealer.
Headlamp malfunction Service
req’d Displays when an electrical system
problem occurs with the headlamp
system. Contact your authorized
dealer.
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Maintenance MessageAction / Description
Brake fluid level low Service now I ndicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should
be inspected immediately. Refer to
Brake fluidin theMaintenance
and Specifications chapter.
Contact your authorized dealer.
Brake system malfunction Stop
safely Displays when the brake system
needs servicing. Stop the vehicle
in a safe place. Contact your
authorized dealer.
Washer fluid level low Displays when the washer fluid is
low and needs to be refilled. Refer
to Windshield washer fluid in the
Maintenance and Specifications
chapter.
Motor Coolant Overtemperature Displays when the motor electronics are overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, turn off the vehicle and
let it cool. If the warning stays on
or continues to come on, contact
your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
See Manual Indicates a powertrain or
high-voltage charge system fault
has been detected. If the indicator
stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Service Tire Mobility Kit Displayed when the kit needs
service. See your authorized
dealer.
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Power Steering MessageAction / Description
Service Power Steering The power steering system has
detected a condition that requires
service. See your authorized
dealer.
Service Power Steering Now The power steering system has detected a condition within the
power steering system that
requires service immediately. See
your authorized dealer.
Power Steering Assist Fault The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due
to a system error. See your
authorized dealer.
Remote Start Message Action / Description
Remote Start Active Displayed when the remote start
system is active.
Transmission Message Action / Description
Transmission not in Park Select P Displays as a reminder to shift into park.
Press brake pedal Displays to request the operator to
apply the brake as needed by the
transmission.
To start press brake Displays when starting the vehicle
as a reminder to apply the brake.
Shift to Park Displayed as a reminder to shift to
park.
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•Wipe discs from the center out.
Don’t:
• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods
of time.
• Clean using a circular motion.
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.
Audio System Warranty and Service
Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio
system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or
qualified technician.
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Satellite Radio Information (If Equipped)
Satellite Radio Channels
SIRIUSbroadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and
entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a
complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in
the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474.
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a
satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle
roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky,
a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several
factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance:
• Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the
antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.
• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.
• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an
audio mute.
Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is
satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO
SIGNAL to indicate the interference.
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
Note:SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or
delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular
channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford
Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
SIRIUS satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that
broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A
service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service. Vehicles that
are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS satellite radio system
include hardware and a limited subscription term, which begins on the
date of sale or lease of the vehicle.
For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player
and other SIRIUS features, please contact SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474.
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Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when
communicating with SIRIUS. While in satellite radio mode, you can view
this number on the radio display by pressing the Menu icon > SIRIUS >
Show ESN.
Troubleshooting
Radio Display Condition Action Required
ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to
produce audio for the selected channel. No action required.
This message should disappear shortly.
SAT FAULT Internal module or
system failure present. If this message does
not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle,
your receiver may have a fault. See your
authorized dealer for service.
INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available.This previously
available channel is no longer available. Tuneto another channel. If
the channel was one of your presets, you may
choose another channel for that preset button.
UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for thischannel. Contact SIRIUS
at
1–888–539–7474 to subscribe to the
channel or tune to another channel.
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