The system does not position the vehicle where I want in the space
Your vehicle is rolling in the opposite direction of the transmission (rolling forward whenReverse [R] is selected)
An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from aligning your vehicleproperly
Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be positioned correctly
You pulled your vehicle too far past the parking space. The system performs best whenyou drive the same distance past the parking space
The tires may not be installed or maintained correctly (not inflated correctly, impropersize, or of different sizes)
A repair or alteration has changed detection capabilities
A parked vehicle has a high attachment (salt sprayer, snowplow, moving truck bed,etc.)
The parking space length or position of parked objects changed after your vehicle passed
The temperature around your vehicle changes quickly (driving from a heated garageinto the cold, or after leaving a car wash)
REAR VIEW CAMERA (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNINGS
The rear view camera system is areverse aid supplement device thatstill requires the driver to use it inconjunction with the interior and exteriormirrors for maximum coverage.
Objects that are close to eithercorner of the bumper or under thebumper, might not be seen on thescreen due to the limited coverage of thecamera system.
Back up as slow as possible sincehigher speeds might limit yourreaction time to stop the vehicle.
WARNINGS
Use caution when using the rearvideo camera and the trunk is ajar. Ifthe trunk is ajar, the camera will beout of position and the video image maybe incorrect. All guidelines (if enabled)have been removed when the trunk is ajar.
Use caution when turning camerafeatures on or off while in R(Reverse). Make sure the vehicle isnot moving.
The rear view camera system provides avideo image of the area behind the vehicle.The image will be displayed in either in therear view mirror or the display in the centerof the instrument panel.
During operation, lines appear in thedisplay which represent your vehicle’s pathand proximity to objects behind the vehicle.
175Fusion (CC7) , enUSAParking Aids
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires forapproximately 300 miles (480kilometers). During this time, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speedfrequently and change up through thegears early. Do not labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first 1000 miles(1600 kilometers).
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several thingssuch as how you drive, the conditions youdrive under and how you maintain yourvehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind thatmay improve your fuel economy:
•Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,moderate fashion.
•Drive at steady speeds.
•Anticipate stops; slowing down mayeliminate the need to stop.
•Combine errands and minimizestop-and-go driving.
•When running errands, go to thefurthest destination first and thenwork your way back home.
•Close the windows for high-speeddriving.
•Drive at reasonable speeds. (Travelingat 65 mph/105 kph uses about 15%less fuel than traveling at 75 mph/121kph).
•Keep the tires properly inflated and useonly the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance.
There are also some things you may wantto avoid doing because they reduce yourfuel economy:
•Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
•Avoid revving the engine before turningoff the car.
•Avoid long idle periods.
•Do not warm up your vehicle on coldmornings.
•Reduce the use of air conditioning andheat.
•Avoid using speed control in hillyterrain.
•Do not rest your foot on the brakepedal while driving.
•Avoid carrying unnecessary weight(approximately 1 mpg [0.4kilometers/liter] is lost for every 400lbs [180 kilograms] of weight carried).
•Avoid adding particular accessories toyour vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,rollbars/light bars, running boards, skiracks).
•Avoid driving with the wheels out ofalignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Note:Driving through deep water abovethe recommended levels can cause vehicledamage.
If driving through deep or standing wateris unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Neverdrive through water that is higher than thebottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks).
213Fusion (CC7) , enUSADriving Hints
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen your vehicle is washed.
•Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lidhinges, and latches with a light gradeoil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•The engine oil and filter should bechanged prior to storage, as usedengine oil contain contaminates thatmay cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run atfast idle until it reaches normaloperating temperature
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling systemleaks, and fluid is at the recommendedlevel.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery, itmay be advisable to disconnect thebattery cables to ensure battery chargeis maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, itwill be necessary to reset memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brakeare fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8meters) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage (mice/squirrel nests).
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.
261Fusion (CC7) , enUSAVehicle Care
It is recommended that the twofront tires or two rear tiresgenerally be replaced as a pair.
The tire pressure sensors mountedin the wheels (originally installedon your vehicle) are not designedto be used in aftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires notrecommended by Ford MotorCompany may affect theoperation of your tire pressuremonitoring system.
If the TPMS indicator is flashing,your TPMS is malfunctioning. Yourreplacement tire might beincompatible with your TPMS, orsome component of the TPMSmay be damaged.
Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck insnow, mud or sand, do notrapidly spin the tires; spinning thetires can tear the tire and causean explosion. A tire can explode inas little as three to five seconds.
Do not spin the wheels atover 35 mph (56 km/h). Thetires may fail and injure apassenger or bystander.
Driving habits have a great dealto do with your tire mileage andsafety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects onthe road
*Do not run over curbs or hit thetire against a curb when parking
Highway Hazards
No matter how carefully you drivethere’s always the possibility thatyou may eventually have a flat tireon the highway. Drive slowly to theclosest safe area out of traffic.This may further damage the flattire, but your safety is moreimportant.
If you feel a sudden vibration orride disturbance while driving, oryou suspect your tire or vehiclehas been damaged, immediatelyreduce your speed. Drive withcaution until you can safely pull
off the road. Stop and inspect thetires for damage. If a tire isunder-inflated or damaged,deflate it, remove wheel andreplace it with your spare tire andwheel. If you cannot detect acause, have the vehicle towed tothe nearest repair facility or tiredealer to have the vehicleinspected.
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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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Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36Children and Airbags..........................................36Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................36Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........40Driving Aids.....................................................186Driving Hints....................................................213Driving Through Water................................213DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps..........................71
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Economical Driving......................................213Electric Parking Brake.................................164Applying the electric parking brake.............164Applying the electric parking brake whenthe vehicle is moving....................................164Battery With No Charge...................................166Parking on a hill (vehicles with a manualtransmission) .................................................164Releasing the electric parking brake...........165Emission Control System..........................150On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....................151Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance(I/M) Testing.....................................................151End User License Agreement....................411SYNC® End User License Agreement(EULA)................................................................411Engine Block Heater....................................140Using the Engine Block Heater.......................141Engine Coolant Check................................242Adding Engine Coolant....................................242Checking the Engine Coolant........................242Recycled Engine Coolant................................243Severe Climates.................................................243What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling..............................................................244Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................61Engine Oil Check...........................................241Adding Engine Oil...............................................241Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™/1.6L EcoBoost™.........................................241Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/2.5L..................................................................241Engine Specifications.................................287Drivebelt Routing...............................................287
Entertainment..............................................364A/V Inputs............................................................380AM/FM Radio......................................................366Bluetooth Audio.................................................379Browsing Device Content...............................364CD.............................................................................375SD Card Slot and USB Port............................376SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).........................................................371Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information.................................379EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake.............................164Essential Towing Checks..........................209Before Towing a Trailer.....................................210Hitches..................................................................209Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC).........................................210Safety Chains......................................................209Trailer Brakes......................................................209Trailer Lamps......................................................209When Towing a Trailer......................................210Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................12Extended Service Plan (ESP).................426SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............427SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only).........................426Exterior Mirrors................................................76Auto-Dimming Feature......................................76Blind Spot Monitor...............................................77Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................76Heated Exterior Mirrors.......................................76Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors...........................77Memory Mirrors.....................................................76Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................76Signal Indicator Mirrors.......................................77
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Fastening the Safety Belts..........................26Rear Inflatable Safety Belt...............................28Safety Belt Extension Assembly....................29Safety Belt Locking Modes................................27Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........26Floor Mats........................................................214Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................72
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