Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield. Refer to theVehicle Carechapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
Changing the rear window wiper blade (if equipped)
To replace the rear wiper blade:
1. Press the wiper blade against the
glass with one hand and hold it.
2. Pull the wiper arm away from the
wiper blade to separate.
3. To attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm, align the slot (1) and
cross pin (2) and firmly press the
wiper arm into the wiper blade until
a click is heard.
If you find this procedure too difficult, please see your dealer.
LOW-VOLTAGE BATTERY
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which
can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks
or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the
battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide
proper ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure
on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift
the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
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Note:Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the
vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery
performance and durability and may also affect the performance of other
electrical systems in the vehicle.
When a battery replacement is required, the battery should only be
replaced with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches
the electrical requirements of the vehicle.
Note: The clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the
battery is reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY
WARNING: This battery pack should only be serviced by an
authorized electric vehicle technician. Improper handling can
result in personal injury or death.
Your vehicle consists of various high-voltage components and wiring. All
of the high-voltage power flows through specific wiring assemblies which
are labeled as such and/or are covered with a solid orange convolute or
orange striped tape. Do not come in contact with these components.
No regular maintenance, other than regular charging is required.
The high-voltage battery system is a high-voltage, lightweight lithium-ion
battery system comprised of two individual packs. One pack is located in
the rear cargo area behind the second row seats, and the other is located
underneath the vehicle. The high-voltage battery system uses an advanced,
active liquid heating and cooling system to regulate high-voltage battery
temperature and help maximize high-voltage battery life.
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RETURN
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WARNING:In an emergency, add water to the cooling system to
reach an authorized dealer. Have the system checked by a
properly trained technician as soon as possible.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
Electric Powertrain Assembly (EPA) is cool before unscrewing the
coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam
and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
WARNING: Do not add coolant further than the MAX mark.
Note: Coolant replacement can only be completed by an authorized
dealer. If not performed properly, damage could occur to the cooling
system components and may void the warranty.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives
as they can cause damage to the cooling and/or heating systems. This
damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty.
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the coolant may change color
from orange to pink or light red. As long as the coolant is clear and
uncontaminated, this color change does not indicate the coolant has
degraded nor does it require the coolant to be drained, the system to be
flushed, or the coolant to be replaced.
• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make
sure the correct coolant is used. Mixing of coolants may harm your
cooling system. The use of an improper coolant may harm the Electric
Powertrain Assembly (EPA) and cooling system components and may
void the warranty.
• A large amount of water without coolant may be added, in case of
emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained, chemically cleaned with Motorcraft
Premium Cooling System Flush, and refilled with prediluted coolant as
soon as possible. Water alone (without coolant) can cause damage
from corrosion, overheating, freezing or plugging.
• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any coolants mixed with
alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can
cause damage from overheating or freezing.
• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be
harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the coolant.
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Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Coolant change intervals
Initial change 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every 5 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
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911 Assist™ ................................97
A
Accessing and using your
USB port ......................................75
Accessing your calendar ............96
Accessory delay ........................143
Adding (pairing) a phone ..........84
AdvanceTrac ..............................258
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................194, 202, 204and child safety seats ............196
description ..............194, 202, 204
disposal ....................................207
driver airbag ............196, 203, 205
indicator light .................201, 207
operation .................196, 203, 205
passenger airbag .....196, 203, 205
side airbag ...............................202
Air conditioning ........................123
Air filter, cabin ..........................336
Ambient mood/lighting .............133
AM/FM .........................................62
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................256
Anti-theft system ..............170, 172 arming the system ..........171–172
disarming a triggered
system .....................................172
triggering .................................172
Audio system Single CD ..................................39
Audio system (see Radio) .........39
Automatic transaxle fluid, adding ............................334 fluid, checking ........................334
Automatic transmission ............264 fluid, refill capacities ..............337
fluid, specification ..................337
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................72
Auxiliary input jack
(Line in) ......................................40
Auxiliary powerpoint ................141
A/V inputs ....................................81
B
Battery .......................................322 acid, treating emergencies .....322
jumping a disabled battery ....299
maintenance-free ....................322
replacement, specifications ...336
servicing ..................................322
traction battery pack
assembly ..................................324
Belt-Minder .............................190
Blind spot mirror ......................273
Booster seats .............................221
Brakes ................................255–256 anti-lock ...................................256
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................256
fluid, checking and adding ....334
fluid, refill capacities ..............337
fluid, specifications .................337
lubricant specifications ..........337
parking ....................................257
shift interlock ..........................262
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ..........................................134
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Lamps ........................................128autolamp system .....................128
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................134
daytime running light .............129
headlamps ...............................128
headlamps, flash to pass ........129
instrument panel, dimming ...130
interior lamps .................132–133
replacing bulbs .......................135
LATCH anchors .........................216
Lights, warning and indicator ....16 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........256
Listening to music ......................61
Loading pictures .......................101
Load limits .................................245
Locks autolock ...................................162
childproof ................................163
doors ........................................161
Lubricant specifications ...........337
Lug nuts ....................................298
M
Making and receiving calls .........84
MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading ....................................84
Map icons ..................................119
Map mode ..................................118
Map preferences .......................116
Map updates ..............................121
Message center warning messages .....................29 Mirrors .......................................144
fold away .................................145
heated ......................................145
side view mirrors (power) .....144
signal .......................................145
Motorcraft parts ..............317, 336
MyFord Touch™ system ............48
MyKey ........................................155
N
Navigation features ...................112
Navigation voice commands ....121
Notifications ................................96
P
Pairing other phones ..................84
Pairing your phone .....................83
Pairing your phone for the
first time ......................................83
Parental MyKey
programming .............................155
Parking brake ............................257
Parts
(see Motorcraft parts) ...........336
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................183
Phone settings ....................88, 105
Phone voice commands ..............89
POI categories ...........................114
Point of Interest (POI) .............114
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................283
Power door locks ......................161
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Power mirrors ...........................144
Powerpoint ................................141
Power steering ..........................261
Power Windows .........................142
Privacy information ....................53
Push button start system .........253
Q
Quick touch buttons .................120
R
Radio ............................................39AM/FM .......................................62
Single CD ..................................39
Radio voice commands ...............68
Rear view camera display ........102
Rear-view camera system .........268
Receiving a text message ...........87
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................210
Relays ........................................278
Remote entry system .......163–164 illuminated entry ............167–168
locking/unlocking doors .165–166
opening the trunk ...................166
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................167
replacing the batteries ...........166
Reverse sensing system ...........266
Roadside assistance ..................275
Route preferences ....................116 S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................185–187, 189
Safety defects, reporting ..........311
Safety information ......................51
Safety restraints ........185–187, 189
Belt-Minder ...........................190
extension assembly ................189
for adults .........................186–187
for children .............................208
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................183
warning light and chime ........190
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors .........................216
Safety seats for children ..........212
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................338
Satellite Radio .............................69
Satellite Radio Information ........45
Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............351
SD card ................................75, 112
Seats ..........................................173 child safety seats ....................212
heated ......................................178
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................170
Sending new text messages .......87
Servicing your vehicle ..............318
Setting a destination ................112
Setting a destination by
voice ...........................................113
Setting the clock .......................101
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Vehicle health report ..................99
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................339
Vehicle loading ..........................245
Voice recognition ........................56
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......16
Washer fluid ..............................321Water, Driving through .............274
Wi-Fi ..........................................106
Windows
power .......................................142
rear wiper/washer ...................139
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers checking and adding fluid .....321
operation .................................138
replacing wiper blades ...321–322
Wrecker towing .........................302
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