2013 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT Owners Manual

Some vehicles are equipped with an A/C button which controls the rear
fan. Press to switch the rear fan off and on.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:
Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up.
Note:A small amount of air may be felt from the footwell air vents
regardless of the air distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with
the system switched off or with recirculated air always switched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere
with the airflow to the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the
base of the windshield.
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust
the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position. Increase
the temperature and fan speed to improve clearing if required.
Heating the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the highest setting.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell air vents
position.
Recommended Settings for Heating
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot
settings.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell and
windshield air vents position.
A/C
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Cooling the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control toMAX A/C.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the instrument panel air
vents position.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the
cold settings.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the instrument panel air
vents position.
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
1 Apply the parking brake.
2 Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
3 Adjust the temperature control toMAX A/C.
4 Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speed setting.
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
1 Adjust the air distribution control to the instrument panel and
footwell air vents positions.
2 PressA/C.
3 Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.
4 Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting.
5 Direct the instrument panel side air vents toward the side
windows.
6 Close the instrument panel vents.
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument
Panel and Footwell Positions
1 Adjust the temperature control to the lowest setting.
2 Press the A/C and recirculated air buttons.
3 Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting initially and then
adjust it to suit the desired comfort level.
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HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Rear Window
Note:The ignition must be switched on to use this feature.
Press the button to clear the rear
window of thin ice and fog. Press
the button again to switch it off. It
switches off automatically after a
predetermined time, or when you
switch the ignition off. If your
vehicle is equipped with heated
mirrors, this button activates them.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines.
Your warranty does not cover this damage.
Heated Exterior Mirror
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass that has frozen in place. These actions could
cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Both mirrors heat to remove ice, mist and fog when you turn the rear
window defroster on.
Heated Windshield
Note:The ignition must be switched on to use this feature.
Note:During start-up, the windshield may have a shimmering
appearance. This is normal and only lasts for about one minute.
The heated windshield control is located on the instrument
panel. To switch it off and on, push the button.
The heated windshield turns off automatically after a predetermined
amount of time, if a low battery condition is detected or when the engine
is turned off.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
WARNING:Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat
back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion
and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in
serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seat
back, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING:Do not recline the seat back as this can cause the
occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe
personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING:Do not place objects higher than the seat backs to
reduce the risk of injury in a crash or during heavy braking or
when stopping suddenly.
When you use them properly, the
seat, head restraint, safety belt and
airbags will provide optimum
protection in the event of a crash.
We recommend that you follow these guidelines:
•Do not recline the seat back more than 30 degrees from vertical.
•Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as
possible.
•Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of
your head and as far forward as possible, remaining comfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel.
We recommend a minimum of 10 inches (250 millimeters) between
your breastbone and the airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.
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•Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is comfortable and that you can
maintain full control of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING:To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a
collision, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in
and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper
position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the
vehicle is in motion.
WARNING:The adjustable head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible, it should be installed and properly adjusted
when the seat is occupied.
WARNING:Install the head restraint properly to minimize the
risk of neck injury in the event of a collision.
Note:Adjust the seat back to an upright driving position before
adjusting any head restraint. Adjust the head restraint so that the top
of it is level with the top of your head and as far forward as possible,
remaining comfortable. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust
the head restraint to its highest position.
Front Seat Head Restraints
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Rear Seat Outboard Head Restraints
The head restraints consist of:
A. An energy absorbing head restraint
B. Two steel stems
C. Guide sleeve adjust and release button
D. Guide sleeve unlock and remove button
Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raise: Pull up the head restraint.
Lower:
1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
Remove:
For the front row head restraints, use a push tool, such as a key, to press
the unlock and remove button located on the side of the guide sleeve
and, at the same time, press the adjust and release button, then pull the
head restraint up.
1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment
position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Install: Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head
restraint down until it locks.
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MANUAL SEATS
WARNING:Never adjust the driver’s seat or seat back when the
vehicle is moving.
WARNING:Rock the seat backward and forward after releasing
the lever to make sure that it is fully engaged.
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward
Adjust the Height of the Driver’s
Seat
Recline Adjustment
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WARNING:Reclining the seat back can cause an occupant to
slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal
injuries in the event of a collision.
Manual Lumbar
The lumbar control is located on
the inboard side of the seat back.
Turn the control to adjust your
support.
REAR SEATS
Folding Down the Rear Seat (if equipped)
One or both rear seat backs can be folded down to provide additional
cargo space.
To lower a single seat back:
1. Remove the head restraint(s).
Note:Place the head restraint
underneath the back of the front
seat for storage.
2. Pull down the lever on the side of
the seat back.
3. Push the seat back forward.
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