Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in
the second or third row seats. The Safety Canopy will not interfere with
children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat
because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the
doors along the side window opening.
The design and development of the Safety Canopy included
recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of
automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working
Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of
injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including the Safety
Canopy).
CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
WARNING:Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of
the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure
and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system,
increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.
The vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which provide
information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM) which deploys
(activates) the front safety belt pretensioners, rear inflatable safety belts,
driver airbag, passenger airbag, passenger knee airbag, seat mounted side
airbags, and the Safety Canopy. Based on the type of accident (frontal
impact, side impact or rollover) the restraints control module will deploy
the appropriate safety devices.
The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above
safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the
safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument
cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. Refer to
Warning lamps and Indicatorsin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
•The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.
•The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the
ignition is turned on.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.
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•the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control
•any door is open.
Illuminated Exit
The interior dome lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)
will illuminate when all doors are closed and the ignition is turned off.
The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and:
•25 seconds elapse
•the START/STOP button is pressed.
Battery Saver
If the courtesy lamps, dome lamps or headlamps are left on, the battery
saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off.
Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys
If you shut off the engine and leave the ignition in the on or accessory
mode, the ignition will shut off after 30 minutes.
LIFTGATE
WARNING:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these
areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a safety belt properly.
Power Liftgate
WARNING:Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate
area before using the power liftgate control.
WARNING:Keep keys out of reach of children. Do not allow
children to play near an open or moving power liftgate.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Notice To Crossover Vehicle Owners
Crossover vehicles handle differently
than passenger cars in the various
driving conditions that are
encountered on streets, highways and
off-road. Crossover vehicles are not
designed for cornering at speeds as
high as passenger cars any more than
low-slung sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under off-road
conditions.
WARNING:Crossover vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles. To reduce the risk of
serious injury or death from a rollover or other crash you must:
•Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers;
•Drive at safe speeds for the conditions;
•Keep tires properly inflated;
•Never overload or improperly load your vehicle; and
•Make sure every passenger is properly restrained.
WARNING:In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
All occupants must wear seat belts and children/infants must use
appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection.
Study your owner’s manual for specific information about equipment
features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to
reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System (If Equipped)
WARNING:Do not become overconfident in the ability of AWD
vehicles. Although a AWD vehicle may accelerate better than
two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations, it won’t stop any
faster than two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed.
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911 Assist™ .............................. 442
A
ABS (see Brakes) ..................... 201
Accessing and using your USB
port ............................................ 422
Accessing your calendar .......... 442
Accessory delay ........................ 101
Active Park Assist ..................... 207
Adaptive Cruise Control ........... 217
Adding (pairing) a phone ........ 430
Airbag supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 51
and child safety seats .............. 52
description ................................ 51
disposal ...................................... 60
driver airbag .............................. 51
passenger airbag ....................... 51
side airbag ........................... 51, 56
Air cleaner filter ....... 308–309, 363
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road ......................... 194
Ambient mood/lighting ............. 448
AM/FM ....................................... 407
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ...................................... 201
Anti-theft system .................. 82, 84
arming the system .............. 82, 84
disarming a triggered system .. 84
Audio system
Single CD ................................ 132
Audio system (see Radio) ....... 132
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive ................................. 189
fluid, adding .................... 299–300fluid, checking ................ 299–300
fluid, refill capacities .............. 359
fluid, specification .................. 359
Selectshift (SST) .................... 191
Auxiliary Input Jack ................. 418
Auxiliary powerpoint ................ 168
A/V inputs .......................... 135, 427
B
Battery ....................................... 305
acid, treating emergencies ..... 305
jumping a disabled battery .... 265
maintenance-free .................... 305
replacement, specifications ... 363
servicing .................................. 305
Blind Spot Information
System ....................................... 231
Booster seats ............................... 22
Brakes ........................................ 200
anti-lock ................................... 201
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ........................... 201
brake warning light ................ 201
fluid, checking and adding .... 304
fluid, refill capacities .............. 359
fluid, specifications ................. 359
lubricant specifications .......... 359
parking .................................... 201
shift interlock .......................... 193
trailer ....................................... 254
C
Capacities for refilling fluids .... 359
Cargo area shade ...................... 243
Cargo net ................................... 242
CD .............................................. 132
CD player .......................... 130, 421
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CD voice commands ................. 421
Cell phone use ............................ 16
Changing a tire ......................... 348
Child safety restraints .......... 29–30
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps .... 30
automatic locking mode
(retractor) ................................. 39
LATCH ....................................... 29
Child safety seats - booster
seats ............................................. 22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........ 395
Cleaning your vehicle ............... 316
engine compartment .............. 318
instrument panel .................... 320
interior ..................................... 319
plastic parts ............................ 317
washing .................................... 316
waxing ..................................... 318
wheels ...................................... 321
wiper blades ............................ 319
Climate voice commands ......... 457
Clock .................................. 132, 446
Collision Warning System ......... 236
Console ...................................... 171
overhead .................................. 173
rear .......................................... 171
Coolant
checking and adding .............. 294
refill capacities ........................ 359
specifications .......................... 359
Cooler ........................................ 172
Cross Traffic Alert .................... 231
Cruise control ........................... 216
Customer Assistance ................ 263
Ford Extended Service
Plan .................................. 368, 371Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada ..................... 273
Getting roadside assistance ... 263
Getting the service you need.. 268
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ................................. 275
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ................................... 273
Customizing your home screen.. 394
D
Defrost ....................................... 136
rear window ............................ 140
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .................................. 299–300
engine oil ................................. 293
Display settings ......................... 447
Drivebelt .................................... 358
Driver alert ................................ 225
Driving under special
conditions .................. 193, 195, 197
sand ......................................... 196
snow and ice ........................... 198
through water ................. 197, 260
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ......................... 136
E
Electronic message center ....... 114
Electronic stability control ...... 204
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 265
running out of fuel ................. 181
Emergency brake (see Parking
brake) ........................................ 201
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Octane rating ............................ 180
Overdrive ................................... 193
P
Pairing other phones ................ 430
Pairing your phone ................... 429
Pairing your phone for the first
time ............................................ 429
Parental MyKey programming ... 67
Park Assist ................................ 207
Parking brake ............................ 201
Parts (see Motorcraftparts)... 363
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ................... 52
Phone settings .................. 434, 451
Phone voice commands ............ 435
POI categories ........................... 460
Point of Interest (POI) ............. 460
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................ 278
Power door locks ........................ 73
Power liftgate .............................. 76
Power mirrors ........................... 102
Powerpoint ................................ 168
Power steering .......................... 240
fluid, refill capacity ................ 359
fluid, specifications ................. 359
Power Windows ......................... 100
Privacy information .................. 397
Push button start system ......... 174Q
Quick touch buttons ................. 466
R
Radio .......................................... 132
AM/FM ..................................... 407
Single CD ................................ 132
Radio reception ......................... 130
Radio voice commands ............. 413
Rear heated/cooled seats ......... 149
Rear seat controls
(if equipped) ............................. 134
Rear view camera
display ................................ 211, 448
Rear window defroster ............. 136
Receiving a text message ......... 433
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................ 23
Refrigerator ............................... 172
Relays ................................ 277–278
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ................ 75–76
locking/unlocking doors ........... 73
replacing the batteries ............. 62
Reverse sensing system ........... 206
Roadside assistance .................. 263
Route preferences .................... 462
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............ 47
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) .............................. 38, 41
Safety defects, reporting .......... 276
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Safety information .................... 395
Safety restraints .............. 38–39, 41
Belt-Minder............................. 42
extension assembly .................. 41
for adults ............................. 38–39
for children ......................... 19, 23
inflatable safety belt ................. 45
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................ 52
safety belt maintenance ........... 47
seat belt maintenance .............. 47
warning light and chime .......... 42
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ........................................ 29
Safety seats for children ...... 19, 23
Safety Compliance
Certification Label .................... 364
Satellite Radio ................... 132, 414
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log ............. 377
SD card ...................... 135, 422, 458
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) .................................... 38
Seats .......................................... 152
child safety seats ................ 19, 23
climate control ................ 149, 151
easy access/easyout feature.... 148
front seats ............... 146, 149–150
heated ...................................... 149
memory seat ..................... 63, 147
second row seats ............ 152, 157
third row seats ........ 157–158, 160
Second-row power fold seat .... 154
SecuriCode keyless entry
system .......................................... 80
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system .......................................... 82Sending new text messages ..... 432
Setting a destination ................ 458
Setting a destination by voice... 459
Setting the clock ............... 132, 446
Setting your wallpaper ............. 447
Side air curtain ........................... 57
Side-curtain airbags system ....... 57
SIRIUSsatellite radio ............. 414
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands ................................. 417
SIRIUS Travel Link ................... 439
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands ................................. 440
SOS Post Crash Alert ................. 50
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ........................................... 350
Spark plugs,
specifications ............. 357–358, 363
Specification chart,
lubricants ................................... 359
Stability system ......................... 204
Starting your vehicle ................ 176
jump starting .......................... 265
push button start system ....... 174
Steering wheel ............................ 85
controls ...................................... 86
tilting ......................................... 85
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) .................... 51
Supported media file types ...... 426
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................ 426
SYNCServices ......................... 436
System settings ......................... 449
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