2014 FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) flat tire

How Temperature Affects Your TirePressure
The tire pressure monitoring systemmonitors tire pressure in each pneumatictire. While driving in a normal manner, atypical passenger tire inflation pressuremay increase about 2 to 4 psi (14 to 28kPa) from a cold start situation. If thevehicle is stationary overnight with theoutside temperature significantly lowerthan the daytime temperature, the tirepressure may decrease about 3 psi (21kPa) for a drop of 30°F (17°C) in ambienttemperature. This lower pressure valuemay be detected by the tire pressuremonitoring system as being significantlylower than the recommended inflationpressure and activate the system warninglight for low tire pressure. If the low tirepressure warning light is on, visually checkeach tire to verify that no tire is flat. If oneor more tires are flat, repair as necessary.Check the air pressure in the road tires. Ifany tire is under-inflated, carefully drivethe vehicle to the nearest location whereair can be added to the tires. Inflate all thetires to the recommended inflationpressure.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
WARNINGS
The use of tire sealants may damageyour tire pressure monitoring systemand should not be used. However, ifyou must use a sealant, the tire pressuremonitoring system sensor and valve stemon the wheel must be replaced by anauthorized dealer.
If the tire pressure monitor sensorbecomes damaged, it will no longerfunction. See Tire PressureMonitoring System (page 279).
Note:The tire pressure monitoring systemindicator light will illuminate when the sparetire is in use. To restore the full function ofthe monitoring system, all road wheelsequipped with tire pressure monitoringsensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire while driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed. Hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorizeddealer in order to prevent damage to thetire pressure monitoring system sensors.See Tire Pressure Monitoring System(page 279). Replace the spare tire with aroad tire as soon as possible. Duringrepairing or replacing of the flat tire, havean authorized dealer inspect the tirepressure monitoring system sensor fordamage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING
Failure to follow these guidelinescould result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel andtire, then it is intended for temporary useonly. This means that if you need to use it,you should replace it as soon as possiblewith a road wheel and tire assembly thatis the same size and type as the road tiresand wheels that were originally providedby Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheelis damaged, it should be replaced ratherthan repaired.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tireassembly that is different in brand, size orappearance from the road tires and wheelsand can be one of three types:
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11.Remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench.
12.Replace the flat tire with the sparetire, making sure the valve stem isfacing outward. Reinstall the lug nutsuntil the wheel is snug against thehub. Do not fully tighten the lug nutsuntil the wheel has been lowered.
13.Lower the wheel by turning the jackhandle counterclockwise.
14.Remove the jack and fully tighten thelug nuts in the order shown. SeeTechnical Specifications (page286).
Stowing the flat tire
You can stow the full-size road wheel inthe spare tire compartment.
1.Lift the carpeted wheel cover at anangle to access the spare tirecompartment.
2.Place the wheel in the spare tire wellwith the valve stem facing down. Usethe mini-spare bolt to secure the wheelthrough one of the lug holes.
3.Place the jack, tools and foam blockback into the spare tire compartment.
4.Replace the carpeted wheel cover.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING
When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materialspresent on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub,brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fastenersthat attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mountingsurfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at thewheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come offwhile your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.
Ib-ft (Nm)*Bolt size
100 (135)M12 x 1.5
*Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Fordrecommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after anywheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).
Wheel pilot boreA
Inspect the wheel pilot bore andmounting surface prior to installation.Remove any visible corrosion or looseparticles.
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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISINGCOST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORDEXTENDED SERVICE PLAN.
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)
More than 32 million Ford owners havediscovered the powerful protection of FordExtended Service Plan. It is the onlyextended service plan backed by FordMotor Company, and provides peace ofmind protection beyond the New VehicleLimited Warranty coverage.
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts andlabor – can easily exceed the price of yourFord Extended Service Plan. With Ford ESPyou minimize your risk for unexpectedrepair bills and rising repair costs.
Up to 1,000+ Covered VehicleComponents
There are four Extended Service Plans withdifferent levels of coverage. Ask yourauthorized dealer for details.
1.PremiumCARE - Our mostcomprehensive coverage. With over1,000 covered components, this planis so complete that we generally onlydiscuss what’s not covered.
2.ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components,and includes many high-tech items.
3.BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.
4.PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 criticalcomponents.
Ford Extended Service Plan is honored byall authorized Ford dealers in the U.S. andCanada. It is the only extended service planauthorized and backed by Ford MotorCompany.
That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service at any Ford orLincoln dealership
•Repairs performed by factory trainedtechnicians, using genuine parts
Rental Car Reimbursement
1st day Rental Benefit
You take advantage of replacementtransportation if your vehicle is at yourauthorized dealer for same day coveredrepairs.
Extended Rental Benefits
If your vehicle is kept overnight for coveredrepairs, you are eligible for rental carcoverage, including bumper to bumperwarranty repairs, and Field Service Actions.
Roadside Assistance
Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and batteryjump starts
•Out of fuel and lock-out assistance
•Travel expense reimbursement forlodging, meals and rental car
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle,rental car coverage and emergencytransportation
Transferable Coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your FordExtended Service Plan coverage expires,you can transfer any remaining coverageto the new owner. Whenever you sell yourvehicle, prospective buyers may have ahigher degree of confidence that vehiclewas properly maintained with Ford ESP,thereby improving resale value.
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and exampleInterval
Normal
7500-10000 miles(12000-16000 km)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles(8000-11999 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idlingExtended hot or cold operation
Extreme3000-4999 miles(4800-7999 km)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*
Change engine oil and filter.**
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (All-wheeldrive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (All-wheel drive vehicles).
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Booster Seats..................................................20Types of Booster Seats......................................20Brake and Clutch Fluid Check.................245Brakes...............................................................163General Information..........................................163Breaking-In......................................................213Bulb Specification Chart...........................253
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Cabin Air Filter................................................119California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications................287Technical Specifications..................................291Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256Center Console..............................................135Changing a Bulb............................................251Lamp Assembly Condensation.....................251Replacing a Reverse Lamp Bulb..................252Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs....................251Replacing the License Plate LampBulb....................................................................253Replacing the Tail, Brake, High-MountBrake Lamp, and Turn Signal LampBulbs..................................................................252Changing a Fuse...........................................235Fuses.......................................................................235Changing a Road Wheel...........................282Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.....................................................282Stowing the flat tire..........................................285Tire Change Procedure....................................283Changing the 12V Battery.........................245Changing the Engine Air Filter.................2552.5L Engine...........................................................255EcoBoost Engines..............................................255Changing the Wiper Blades.....................247Checking MyKey System Status................51Checking the Wiper Blades......................247Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance.................................................32Child Safety.......................................................13General Information.............................................13Child Safety Locks..........................................23Left-Hand Side......................................................24Right-Hand Side...................................................24Child Seat Positioning...................................22
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259Cleaning Products.......................................256Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................260Cleaning the Engine....................................257Cleaning the Exterior..................................256Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts......................257Exterior Chrome.................................................256Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)................256Underbody............................................................257Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................258Cleaning the Interior...................................258Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................258Clearing All MyKeys........................................51Climate............................................................396Climate Control Voice Commands.............399Climate Control..............................................110Collision Warning System.........................196PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION...........................196Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................242Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42Creating a MyKey.............................................51Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings................................................................51Cruise Control..................................................65Principle of Operation.......................................179Type 1........................................................................65Type 2.......................................................................65Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................179Customer Assistance.................................220
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps..............................71Digital Radio..................................................302HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................303Direction Indicators........................................73Driver Alert......................................................186PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION...........................186USING DRIVER ALERT.....................................186
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