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Activating/deactivating collision warning system
To turn the warning system and/or chime on or off and set the warning
sensitivity <– –>, refer toMessage centerin theInstrument Cluster
chapter.
Note:If the system cannot be turned off in a MyKeyequipped vehicle,
refer toMyKeyin theLocks and Securitychapter for more
information.
Note:If collision warnings are perceived as being too frequent or
disturbing then the warning sensitivity can be reduced, though the
manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where
possible. Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer and later system
warnings. Refer to theMessage centerin theInstrument Cluster
chapter for instructions on reducing the sensitivity.
BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex spotter mirror built into
the upper outboard corner of the outside mirrors. They are designed to
assist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. For
more information on your side view mirrors, refer toExterior mirrorsin
theDriver Controlschapter.
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CTA and reverse sensing system (RSS) interaction
CTA works along with the reverse sensing system (RSS) (if equipped).
Become familiar with the warning tones of both systems.
BLISand/or CTA on/off and disable operation
The BLISand/or the CTA can be turned off via the message center. If
either the BLISand/or the CTA is turned off, the systems will
automatically turn back on at the next ignition key cycle. When either
the BLISand/or the CTA is turned off, the message center displays
BLIND SPOT SYS OFF and/or CTA SYSTEM OFF. When the BLIS
and/or the CTA system is off, the driver will not receive alerts. Refer to
Message centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Note:If the system cannot be turned off, refer toMyKeyin theLocks
and Securitychapter for more information.
The BLISand/or the CTA can be disabled permanently even after an
ignition key cycle. This must be done by your authorized dealer.Note:
Once either of the systems are disabled, enabling must also be performed
at the dealership. When disabled, the message center will display BLIND
SPOT DISABLED and/or CTA DISABLED.
BLISand/or CTA fault operation
If the BLISand/or CTA senses a fault on either the left or right sensor,
the BLISalert indicator will go on and remain on and the message
center will display BLIND SPOT SYSTEM FAULT or CROSS TRAFFIC
SYSTEM FAULT. For faults that may cause the associated left or right
alert indicator not to illuminate, only the message center faults will
occur.
Blocked sensor
An extreme build-up of materials on
the quarter panel fascias such as
mud or snow can cause degraded
performance of the BLIS. Also,
heavy rain can cause the same
effect. The BLIScan detect this
degraded performance and issue a
blocked warning to the driver via
the message center. If a condition is determined by the system, the
message center displays BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE or CROSS
TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right
exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center
warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert
indicator will remain illuminated.
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cleaning ...................................299
coolant .....................................316
fail-safe cooling .......................320
lubrication specifications .......345
refill capacities ........................345
service points ..................307–308
Engine block heater .................222
Engine oil ..................................310
checking and adding ..............310
dipstick ....................................310
filter, specifications ................344
refill capacities ........................345
specifications ..........................345
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................222
F
Fail safe cooling ........................320
Fleet MyKey programming ......101
Floor mats .............................98–99
Fluid capacities .........................345
Fog lamps ....................................59
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................259
Fuel ............................................322
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 328
cap ...........................................324
capacity ...................................345
choosing the right fuel ...........325
detergent in fuel .....................326
filler funnel .............................327
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................322, 324, 328
filter, specifications ........322, 344
fuel pump shut-off ..................266
improving fuel economy ........328
octane rating ...................326, 349quality ......................................326
running out of fuel .........282, 327
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................322
Fuses ..........................................267
G
Garage door opener ....................94
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............324
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................328
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................266
Headlamps ...................................57
aiming ........................................63
autolamp system .......................58
bulb specifications ....................67
daytime running lights .............63
flash to pass ..............................62
high beam .................................59
turning on and off ....................57
Heated Seats .....................133–134
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................49, 52
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................94
Hood ..........................................306
I
Ignition ...............................218, 349
Illuminated visor mirror .............72
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Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................173
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................333
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................301
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................63
Intelligent Access Key ..............100
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................113
J
Jack ............................................274
positioning ...............................274
storage .....................................274
Jump-starting your vehicle ......282
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................108
keypad .....................................120
locking and unlocking doors ..122
programming entry code .......120
Keys ...........................................100
positions of the ignition .........218
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................58
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................67
daytime running light ...............63
fog lamps ...................................59
headlamps .................................57
headlamps, flash to pass ..........62instrument panel, dimming .....63
interior lamps .....................65, 67
LATCH anchors .........................177
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........225
Load limits .................................206
Locks
autolock ...................................108
childproof ................................111
doors ........................................107
Lubricant specifications ...........345
Lug nuts ....................................281
Lumbar support, seats .............132
M
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................23
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors .........................................79
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................79
heated ............................49, 52, 80
programmable memory ..........116
side view mirrors (power) .......79
Moon roof ....................................92
Motorcraftparts ..............303, 344
MyKey ........................................101
N
Navigation system .......................48
O
Octane rating ............................326
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................310
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Parental MyKey
programming .............................101
Park Assist ................................242
Parking brake ............................226
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........344
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................142
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................271
Power door locks ......................107
Power mirrors .............................79
Power point .................................75
Power steering ..........................231
fluid, checking and adding ....334
fluid, refill capacity ................345
fluid, specifications .................345
Power Windows ...........................76
Push button start system .........220
R
Radio ............................................32
6-CD in dash .............................32
Rear heated seats .....................139
Rear-view camera system .........240
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................171
Relays ........................................267
Remote entry system ...............113
illuminated entry ....................118
locking/unlocking
doors ................................114–115
opening the trunk ...................116panic alarm .............................115
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................118
replacing the batteries ...........117
Reverse sensing system ...........237
Roadside assistance ..................265
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........143, 145–147, 149
Safety Canopy ...........................165
Safety defects, reporting ..........296
Safety restraints ........143, 145–149
Belt-Minder...........................150
extension assembly ................148
for adults .........................145–147
for children .............................169
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................142
warning light and chime ........149
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................177
Safety seats for children ..........173
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................350
Satellite Radio Information ........45
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............365
Seats ..........................................127
child safety seats ....................173
climate control ............49, 52, 134
Cooled .....................................133
easy access/easyout feature ..136
front seats ...............................133
heated ......................................139
Heated and Cooled .................133
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