•Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it is operating.
•Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use the
non-latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction.
•Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children.
•Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is
between -40°F (-40°C) and 158°F (70°C).
•Only use the sealing compound before the use by date. The use by
date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the
sealant canister (bottle). Check the use by date regularly and replace
the canister after four years.
•Do not store the temporary mobility kit unsecured inside the
passenger compartment of the vehicle as it may cause injury during a
sudden stop or collision. Always store the kit in its original location.
•After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must
be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer.
•When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do
not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application
only.
•Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical
disturbance in radio, CD, and DVD player operation (if equipped).
What to do when a Tire Is Punctured
A tire puncture within the tire’s tread area can be repaired in two stages
with the temporary mobility kit:
•In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound
and air. After the tire has been reinflated, you will need to drive the
vehicle a short distance (approximately 4 miles [6 km]) to distribute
the sealant in the tire.
•In the second stage, you will need to check the tire pressure and
adjust, if necessary, to the vehicle’s tire inflation pressure.
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What to do after the Tire has been Sealed
After using the temporary mobility kit to seal your tire, you will need to
replace the sealant canister and clear tube (hose). Sealing compound and
spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor
Company dealership or tire dealer. Empty sealant bottles may be
disposed of at home; however, liquid residue from the sealing compound
should be disposed by your local Ford Motor Company dealership or tire
dealer, or in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
Note:After the sealing compound has been used, the maximum vehicle
speed is 50 mph (80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance is
120 miles (200 km). The sealed tire should be inspected immediately.
Note:After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel
must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer.
You can check the tire pressure any time within the 120 miles (200 km)
by performing the procedure fromSecond stage: Checking tire pressure
listed previously.
Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit
1. Unwrap the clear tube from the
compressor housing.
2. Press the button located on the
temporary mobility kit compressor
housing below the canister while
pulling up on the sealant canister.
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SecuriCode keyless entry
system .......................................... 73
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system .......................................... 77
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) ......... 420
Sending new text messages ..... 477
Setting a destination ................ 504
Setting a destination
by voice ..................................... 505
Setting the clock ............... 130, 492
Setting your wallpaper ............. 492
Side air curtain ........................... 51
Side-curtain airbags system ....... 51
SIRIUSsatellite radio ..... 130, 458
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands ................................. 460
SIRIUS Travel Link ................... 485
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands ................................. 486
SOS Post Crash Alert ................. 44
Spark plugs,
specifications ..................... 354, 360
Specification chart,
lubricants ................................... 356
Stability system ......................... 209
Starting your vehicle ................ 179
jump starting .......................... 259
push button start system ....... 177
Steering wheel ............................ 81
controls ...................................... 83
tilting ......................................... 81
Sunshade ................................... 100
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) .................... 45Supported media file types ...... 471
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................ 471
SYNCcustomer support ......... 390
SYNCServices ................. 413, 481
System settings ......................... 494
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...... 142, 144,
146, 148, 501
Temporary mobility kit ............. 345
Text messaging ................. 401, 477
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) ..... 401, 403
Tilt steering wheel ...................... 81
Tires ........................... 318–319, 339
alignment ................................ 332
care .......................................... 318
changing .......................... 339, 341
checking the pressure ............ 328
inflating ................................... 326
label ......................................... 325
replacing .................................. 330
rotating .................................... 333
safety practices ....................... 332
sidewall information ............... 321
snow tires and chains ............ 334
spare tire ................................. 339
Temporary mobility kit .......... 345
terminology ............................. 319
tire grades ............................... 319
treadwear ........................ 318, 328
Touchscreen features
(climate) .................................... 501
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