2014 FORD FUSION HYBRID maintenance

Lane Keeping System ActionMessage
The system has malfunctioned. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.Lane Keeping Sys.
Malfunction Service
Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused the
system to be temporarily unavailable.Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires the wind-
shield to be cleaned to operate properly.Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.Front Camera Malfunc-
tion Service Required
Displayed when the system requests the driver to keep their
hands on the steering wheel.Keep Hands on Steering
Wheel
Maintenance ActionMessage
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine.
Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to
come on with your engine running, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.LOW Engine Oil Pressure
Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.
See Engine Oil Check (page 244).Change Engine Oil Soon
Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. See Engine Oil
Check (page 244).Oil Change Required
Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system
should be inspected immediately. See Brake Fluid Check
(page 249).Brake Fluid Level LOW
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place. Contact your authorized dealer.Check Brake System
Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place and allow to engine to cool. If the
problem persists, contact your authorized dealer. See Engine
Coolant Check (page 245).Engine Coolant Overtem-
perature
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ActionMessage
Displays when the motor electronics are overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the vehicle and
let it cool. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.Motor Coolant Overtem-
perature
Displays when the engine has reduced power in order to help
reduce high coolant temperatures.Power Reduced to
Lower Engine Temp
Displayed when the kit needs service. See your authorized
dealer.Service Tire Mobility Kit
Displays to indicate that the vehicle is still in Transport or
Factory mode. This may not allow some features to operate
properly. See your authorized dealer.Transport / Factory
Mode
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to a
powertrain malfunction.See Manual
Displays when EV functionality is disabled and the engine is
running to maintain oil quality. See Engine Oil Check (page
244).Oil Maintenance
MyKey ActionMessage
Displayed during key programming when MyKey cannot be
programmed.MyKey Not Created
Displays when MyKey is active.MyKey Active Drive
Safely
Displays when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and
the MyKey speed limit is on.Speed Limited to XX
MPH/km/h
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).Near Vehicle Top Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is
reached.Vehicle at Top Speed of
MyKey Setting
Displays when MyKey is active.Check Speed Drive
Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is activated.Buckle Up to Unmute
Audio
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ActionMessage
Displays when a MyKey is in use and AdvanceTrac is activated.AdvanceTrac On -
MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and Traction control is
activated.Traction Control On -
MyKey Setting
Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is activated.MyKey Park Aid Cannot
Be Deactivated
Displayed when the lane keeping aid is on per MyKey settings.Lane Keeping Alert On
MyKey Setting
Park Aid ActionMessage
Displays when the system has detected a condition that
requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking
Aid (page 176).Check Front Park Aid
Displays when the system has detected a condition that
requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking
Aid (page 176).Check Rear Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid On Off
Park Brake ActionMessage
Displays when the parking brake is set, the engine is running
and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the
warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact
your authorized dealer.Park Brake Engaged
The electric parking brake system has detected a condition
that requires service. See your authorized dealer.Park Brake Malfunction
Service Now
Displays when the electric parking brake is not set.Park Brake Not Applied
Displays when the electric parking brake is running a diagnostic
check.Park Brake Maintenance
Mode
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Cooling the Interior Quickly 1. Press the MAX A/C button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Recommended Settings for
Cooling 1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the temperature to a
comfortable setting.
Side Window Defogging in Cold
Weather 1. Press the defrost button.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
HEATED WINDOWS AND
MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Rear Window Note: You must switch the ignition on to
use this feature.
Press the button to clear the rear window
of thin ice and fog. Press the button again
within 10 minutes to switch it off. It
switches off automatically after 10
minutes, or when you switch the ignition
off.
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 (If Equipped)
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.
The heated mirrors remove ice, mist and
fog when you switch on the heated rear
window.
CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air
filter. It is located behind the glove box.
The particulate filtration system reduces
the concentration of airborne particles
such as dust, spores and pollen in the air
supplied to the interior of your vehicle.
Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter
installed at all times. This prevents foreign
objects from entering the system. Running
the system without a filter in place could
result in degradation or damage to the
system.
The particulate filtration system gives you
and your passengers the following
benefits:
• It improves your driving comfort by
reducing particle concentration.
• It improves the interior compartment
cleanliness.
• It protects the climate control
components from particle deposits.
Replace the filter at regular intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 444).
For additional cabin air filter information,
or to replace the filter, see an authorized
dealer.
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HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
People who are unable to feel pain
to their skin because of advanced
age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal
cord injury, medication, alcohol use,
exhaustion or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the heated
seat. The heated seat may cause burns
even at low temperatures, especially if
used for long periods of time. Do not place
anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This
may cause the heated seat to overheat.
Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles
or other pointed objects. This may damage
the heating element which may cause the
heated seat to overheat. An overheated
seat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
• Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the heated seat if water or any
other liquid is spilled on the seat. Allow
the seat to dry thoroughly.
• Operate the heated seats unless the
engine is running. Doing so can cause
the battery to lose charge.
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Press the heated seat symbol to cycle
through the various heat settings and off.
Warmer settings are indicated by more
indicator lights. VENTILATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
The ventilated seats will only function
when the engine is running. E146309
To operate the ventilated seats:
Press the ventilated seat symbol to cycle
through the various cooling settings and
off. Cooler settings are indicated by more
indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while
the ventilated seats are on, the feature will
turn itself off and you will need to
reactivate it.
Heated and ventilated seat air
filter replacement (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with lifetime air
filters that are integrated with the seats.
Regular maintenance or replacement is
not needed.
REAR SEAT ARMREST
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During certain events (such as vehicle
servicing) your low voltage 12-volt battery
may become disconnected or disabled.
Once the battery is reconnected and after
driving the vehicle, the engine may
continue to operate for three to five
seconds after the key is turned to off. This
is a normal condition.
Braking: Your hybrid is equipped with
standard hydraulic braking and
regenerative braking. Regenerative braking
is performed by your transmission and it
captures brake energy and stores it in your
high voltage battery.
Driving to optimize fuel economy
Note: Having your engine running is not
always an indication of inefficiency. In some
cases, it is actually more efficient than
driving in electric mode.
Your fuel economy should improve
throughout your hybrid's break-in period.
As with any vehicle, your driving habits and
accessory usage can significantly impact
your fuel economy. For best results, keep
in mind these tips:
• Keep the tires properly inflated and
only use the recommended size.
• Aggressive driving increases the
amount of energy required to move
your vehicle. In general, you can
achieve better fuel economy with mild
to moderate acceleration and
deceleration. Moderate braking is
particularly important since it allows
you to maximize the energy captured
by the regenerative braking system. Additional Tips:
• Do not carry extra loads.
• Be mindful of adding external
accessories that may increase
aerodynamic drag.
• Observe posted speed limits.
• Perform all scheduled maintenance.
• There is no need to wait for your engine
to warm up. The vehicle is ready to
drive immediately after starting.
EV+ Mode
Your vehicle will recognize your frequent
destinations and allow for more EV driving
as you approach them. For example, when
nearing your home it should be easier to
stay in electric mode. The EV indicator will
display EV+ when this mode is active. You
should see this about 1/8 mile (200
meters) from a frequent destination. See
Information Displays (page 86).
Note: Frequent destinations are learned by
your vehicle after two to four weeks of use.
You can clear these destinations with a
Driving History reset through the Settings
menu.
Note: The EV+ feature can be turned on or
off through the Driver Assist section of the
Settings menu.
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AnswerQuestion
Your vehicle's engine and transmission are
designed to deliver the power you need at
the most efficient engine speed. This may
be higher than expected during heavy
accelerations, and may fluctuate during
steady state driving. These are character-
istics of the Atkinson engine cycle and the
transmission technology that help
maximize your hybrid's fuel economy.Why does my engine rev up so high some-
times when I accelerate?
The fan noise comes from a fan located
outside the high voltage battery. This fan
turns on when the battery requires cooling
air. The fan speed, and associated noise
level, will change according to the amount
of cooling required to maintain good
performance. Maintaining the battery
temperature at optimal conditions also
prolongs the useful life of the battery and
helps to achieve better fuel economy.What is the fan noise I hear from the rear
of my hybrid?
Change the engine oil every 10000 miles
(16000 km) or once per year under normal
operating conditions.What is the engine oil change service
interval?
Your hybrid vehicle can use E15 (15%
ethanol, 85% gasoline) fuel, but you may
notice slightly reduced fuel economy
because ethanol contains less energy per
gallon than gasoline. Your hybrid vehicle is
not designed to use E85 (85% ethanol).Can I put E15 or E85 in my vehicle, and how
will it affect my fuel economy?
The high voltage battery system is designed
to last the life of the vehicle and requires
no maintenance.How long will my high voltage battery last?
Does it need maintenance?
There are no provisions for charging the
high voltage battery from a power supply
external to the vehicle. (For Fusion Energi
vehicles, the vehicle can be plugged into a
110-volt outlet with charge cord provided.)Can you charge the battery with a plug into
an A/C outlet?
Yes. Your hybrid vehicle can be flat towed
without modification. See Towing (page
213).Can I tow the hybrid behind my motor home
with all four wheels down?
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Results are most accurate when the filling
method is consistent.
Calculating Fuel Economy Do not measure fuel economy during the
first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) of
driving (this is your engine’s break-in
period); a more accurate measurement is
obtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles
(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,
fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuel
gauge readings are not accurate ways to
measure fuel economy.
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record
the initial odometer reading.
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the
amount of fuel added.
3. After at least three to five tank fill ups,
fill the fuel tank and record the current
odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading
from the current odometer reading.
5. Calculate fuel economy by dividing
miles traveled by gallons used (For
Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then
divide by kilometers traveled).
Keep a record for at least one month and
record the type of driving (city or highway).
This provides an accurate estimate of the
vehicle’s fuel economy under current
driving conditions. Additionally, keeping
records during summer and winter show
how temperature impacts fuel economy.
In general, lower temperatures mean lower
fuel economy.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNINGS
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle
in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system,
which can start a fire. WARNINGS
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Your vehicle is equipped with various
emission control components and a
catalytic converter that will enable your
vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards. To make sure that the
catalytic converter and other emission
control components continue to work
properly:
To make sure that the catalytic converter
and other emission control components
continue to work properly:
• Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high
speeds.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service
of components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be equivalent
to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in
performance and durability.
157Fuel and Refueling