2014 FORD FUSION HYBRID traction control

Fuel and Refueling Safety Precautions......................................148
Fuel Quality....................................................149
Refueling .........................................................149
Running Out of Fuel.....................................153
Fuel Consumption.......................................156
Emission Control System...........................157
High Voltage Battery General Information....................................160
Charging the High Voltage Battery.........161
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off
Switch...........................................................164
Transmission Automatic Transmission...........................166
Brakes General Information....................................169
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................170
Electric Parking Brake.................................170
Hill Start Assist...............................................172
Traction Control Principle of Operation.................................174
Using Traction Control................................174
Stability Control Principle of Operation.................................175
Using Stability Control................................175
Parking Aids Parking Aid......................................................176
Active Park Assist.........................................178
Rear View Camera........................................181
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................185
Using Cruise Control....................................185 Using Adaptive Cruise Control................186
Driving Aids Driver Alert......................................................192
Lane Keeping System.................................193
Blind Spot Monitor.......................................197
Steering ............................................................ 201
Collision Warning System........................202
Load Carrying Load Limit......................................................205
Towing Towing a Trailer..............................................213
Transporting the Vehicle............................213
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......213
Driving Hints Breaking-In ...................................................... 215
Economical Driving......................................215
Driving Through Water................................215
Floor Mats........................................................216
Customer Assistance Getting the Services You Need................218
In California (U.S. Only).............................219
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only).....................220
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only).......................220
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.........................................................221
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature.....................................................222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only).............................................................222
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only).............................................................223
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................224
3Table of Contents

Info E144642
In this mode, you can view
different vehicle system
information and perform a
system check.Information
Displays a number of different system tutorials. Use
the up or down arrows to scroll through the tutorials.
Then press OK to view.TutorialWarnings
Displays the associated driver alert graphic.Driver Alert
MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed)MyKey
MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a
programmed MyKey)
Admin Keys (Number of admin keys)
All active warnings will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Use the
up or down arrow buttons to scroll through the list.System
Check
Settings E100023
In this mode, you can configure
different driver setting choices. Note: Some items are optional and may
not appear.
Settings
Menu level 5Menu level 4Menu level 3Menu level 2
—On or OffTraction CtrlDriver Assist
—On (default on key cycle)
or OffBlindspot
High, Normal or LowSensitivityCollision Warn
—Adaptive or NormalCruise Control
—On (default on key cycle)
or OffCross Traffic
95Information Displays

Settings (cont’d)
Auto or OffFront Defrost
Auto or OffRear Defrost
Auto or OffDriver Seat
Auto or OffPassenger Seat
5, 10 or 15 minutesDuration
On or OffQuiet Start
Enable or DisableSystem
Note: Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set. Settings (cont’d)
Menu level 5Menu level 4Menu level 3Menu level 2
—On or OffSwitch InhibitVehicle (cont’d)
—Select number of yearsTire Mobility Kit
On or OffRemote OpenWindows
On or OffRemote Close
On or OffCourtesy WipeWipers
On or OffRain Sensing
—Hold OK to Create
MyKeyCreate MyKeyMyKey
—Always On or User
Selectable911 Assist
—Always On or User
SelectableTraction Control
—Choose desired speed or
offMax Speed
—Choose desired speed or
offSpeed Minder
—On or OffVolume Limiter
—On or OffDo Not Disturb
97Information Displays

Adaptive Cruise Control ActionMessage
Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC
from engaging. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page
186).Adaptive Cruise
Malfunction
Displayed when conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise
cannot function properly. See Using Adaptive Cruise
Control (page 186).Adaptive Cruise Not
Available
Displayed when the radar is blocked because of poor radar
visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of
radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See
Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 186).Adaptive Cruise Not
Available Sensor
Blocked See Manual
Displayed when the automatic braking has been disabled.Cruise Control Auto-
matic Braking Turned
Off
Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC
from engaging.Front Sensor Not Aligned
Displayed when the adaptive cruise has reinstated controls
to the driver.Adaptive Cruise - Driver
Resume Control
Displays when the vehicle speed is too slow to activate the
adaptive cruise.Adaptive Cruise Speed
Too Low to Activate
Displays when the vehicle speed is getting too low for adaptive
cruise.Adaptive Cruise Shift
Down
AdvanceTrac™ ActionMessage
Displays when the system detects a malfunction due to a
blocked sensor.Service AdvanceTrac
Displayed when the traction control has been disabled or
enabled by the driver.AdvanceTrac Off On
99Information Displays

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
108Information Displays

Traction Control ActionMessage
Displays when the traction control system has been switched
off or on. See Using Traction Control (page 174).Traction Control Off/On
Displays when a spinout has occurred and the hazard are
activated.Spinout Detected
Hazards Activated
Transmission ActionMessage
See your authorized dealer.Transmission Malfunc-
tion Service Now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a
safe place as soon as it’s possible.Transmission Overtem-
perature Stop Safely
The transmission is hot and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place
as soon as it’s possible.Transmission Over-
heating Stop Safely
See your authorized dealer.Transmission Service
Required
Transmission is getting hot. Stop to let it cool.Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
Displays when the transmission has overheated and has
limited functionality. See Automatic Transmission (page
166).Transmission Limited
Function See Manual
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you
drive.Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
Displays as a reminder to shift into park.Transmission Not in Park
Displays to request the operator to apply the brake as needed
by the transmission.Press Brake Pedal
Displays when the transmission has adjusted the shift
strategy.Transmission Adjusted
111Information Displays

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL In certain situations (for example, stuck in
snow or mud), turning the traction control
off may be beneficial as this allows the
wheels to spin with full engine power. Turn
off the traction control system through the
information display. See General
Information (page 86).
System Indicator Lights and
Messages WARNING
If a failure has been detected within
the AdvanceTrac system, the
stability control light will illuminate
steadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac
system was not manually disabled through
the information display. If the stability
control light still illuminates steadily, have
the system serviced by an authorized
dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle
with AdvanceTrac disabled could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. E138639
The stability control light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and flashes
when a driving condition activates the
stability system. The stability control off light
temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and stays on
when you turn the traction control system
off.
When you turn the traction control system
off or on, a message appears in the
information display showing system status.
174Traction Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS
Vehicle modifications involving
braking system, aftermarket roof
racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of the vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the AdvanceTrac
system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and
adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system.
Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker
as far as possible from the front center
console, the tunnel, and the front seats in
order to minimize the risk of interfering with
the AdvanceTrac sensors. Reducing the
effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system
could lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
Remember that even advanced
technology cannot defy the laws of
physics. It’s always possible to lose
control of a vehicle due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause
you to lose control of your vehicle
increasing the risk of personal injury or
property damage. Activation of the
AdvanceTrac system is an indication that
at least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control the
vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death. If your AdvanceTrac
system activates, SLOW DOWN. The AdvanceTrac Control system helps
you keep control of your vehicle when on
a slippery surface. The electronic stability
control portion of the system helps avoid
skids and lateral slides. The traction
control system helps avoid drive wheel
spin and loss of traction. See Using
Traction Control (page 174).
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A
A AB
B BB
Vehicle without AdvanceTrac
skidding off its intended route.A
Vehicle with AdvanceTrac
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.B
USING STABILITY CONTROL
AdvanceTrac®
The system automatically activates when
you start your vehicle. The AdvanceTrac
system cannot be completely turned off,
but the electronic stability control system
is disabled when the transmission selector
lever is in position R . You can turn off the
traction control portion of the system
independently. See Using Traction
Control (page 174).
175Stability Control