2014 FORD MONDEO ignition

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The system uses radar sensors which arelocated behind the bumper fascia on eachside of your vehicle. Do not allow mud,snow or bumper stickers to obstruct theseareas, this can cause degraded systemperformance.
If the system detects a degradedperformance condition, a message warningof a blocked sensor or low visibility willappear in the information display alongwith a warning indicator. You can clear theinformation display warning but thewarning indicator will remain illuminated.
When you remove a blockage, you canreset the system in two ways:
•While driving, the system detects atleast two objects.
•You cycle the ignition from on to offand then back on.
If the blockage is still present after the keycycle and driving in traffic, check again fora blockage.
Reasons for messages being displayed
Clean the fascia area in frontof the radar or remove theobstruction.
The radarsurface isdirty orobstructed
Drive normally in traffic fora few minutes to allow theradar to detect passingvehicles so it can clear theblocked state.
The radarsurface isnot dirty orobstructed
No action required. Thesystem automatically resetsto an unblocked state oncethe rainfall or snowfall ratedecreases or stops. Do notuse the Blind Spot Informa-tion System or Cross TrafficAlert in these conditions.
Heavy rain-fall orsnowfallinterfereswith theradarsignals
Detection Limitations
There may be instances where the systemwill not always detect vehicles enteringand exiting the blind spot zone.
Instances which may cause non-detection:
•Debris build up on the rear bumperpanels in the area of the sensors.
•Certain maneuvering of vehiclesentering and exiting the blind spotzone.
•Vehicles passing through the blind spotzone at high speed.
•Severe weather conditions.
•Several vehicles passing through theblind spot zone following each otherclosely.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The following are other situations that maylimit the Cross Traffic Alert system:
•Adjacently parked vehicles or objectsobstructing the sensors.
•Approaching vehicles passing atspeeds greater than 15 mph (24 km/h).
•Driving in reverse faster than 5 mph(8 km/h).
•Backing out of an angled parking spot.
False Alerts
Note:If your vehicle has a trailer towmodule approved by us, the system willdetect a connected trailer and turn off. Fornon-factory equipped tow bars, you maywant to turn the Blind Spot InformationSystem off manually.
There may be certain instances when thereis a false alert by either the Blind SpotInformation or the Cross Traffic Alertsystems that illuminates the alert indicatorwith no vehicle in the coverage zone. Someamount of false alerts are normal; they aretemporary and self-correct.
Detection Errors
If either system senses a problem with theleft or right sensor, the Blind SpotInformation System warning indicator willilluminate and a message will appear inthe information display.
All other system faults will display onlywith a message in the information display.See Information Messages (page 96).
Switching the Systems Off and On
You can temporarily switch off one or bothsystems in the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 96). Whenyou switch off the Blind Spot InformationSystem, you will not receive alerts and theinformation display will display a systemoff message.
Note:The Cross Traffic Alert system alwaysswitches on whenever the ignition isswitched on. However, the Blind SpotInformation System will remember the lastselected on or off setting.
One or both systems cannot be switchedoff when MyKey is used. See Principle ofOperation (page 38).
You can also have one or both systemsswitched off permanently at an authorizeddealer. Once switched off, the system canonly be switched back on at an authorizeddealer.
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
Principle of Operation
WARNINGS
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention.
At all times you are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle, supervisingthe system and intervening ifrequired.
If the sensor becomes blocked thesystem may not function.
Note:In cold and severe weather conditionsthe system may not function. Rain, snow,spray and large contrasts in lighting can allprevent the sensor from functioningcorrectly.
Note:Do not carry out windshield repairsin the immediate area surrounding thesensor.
Note:If your vehicle has a suspension kitnot approved by us, the system may notfunction correctly.
Note:Always fit Ford original parts whenreplacing headlamp bulbs. Other bulbs mayreduce system performance.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Keep the windshield free fromobstructions such as bird droppings, insectsand snow or ice.
Note:The system may not detect all trafficsigns and may read signs incorrectly.
Note:The system is designed toautomatically detect traffic signs meetingthe Vienna convention.
Note:Traffic sign data provided by thenavigation system contains informationintegrated to the data carrier release.
There is a sensor mounted behind theinterior rear view mirror. It continuouslymonitors road signs to inform you of thecurrent speed limit and overtakingregulations.
The system automatically detectsrecognisable traffic signs, such as:
•Speed limit signs.
•No overtaking signs.
•Speed limit cancellation signs.
When the system recognises a traffic sign,it will be shown in the display.
Using the System
Switching the System On and Off
Note:The system status and settings willremain unchanged during ignition cycles.
You can switch the system on and off usingthe information display. See GeneralInformation (page 86).
Setting the System Speed Warning
The system has a number of speedwarning levels which can be set using theinformation display. See GeneralInformation (page 86).
System Display
The system can display two traffic signsin parallel.
You can view the status at any time usingthe information display.
The system display is in four stages asfollows:
1.All new recognizable traffic signs willappear brighter than the other trafficsigns in the display.
2.After a predetermined time they willbe shown normally.
3.After a predetermined distance theywill be shown greyed out.
4.After another predetermined distancethey will be deleted.
If the system detects a supplementarytraffic sign, this sign is indicated as a boxbelow the respective traffic sign. Forexample, when passing a reduced speedlimit in wet road conditions sign.
If your vehicle has a navigation system,stored traffic sign data may influence theindicated speed limit value.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ACTIVE CITY STOP
Principle of Operation
WARNINGS
You are responsible for controllingyour vehicle at all times. The systemdoes not relieve you of yourresponsibility to drive with due care andattention. Failure to take care may resultin the loss of control of your vehicle, seriouspersonal injury or death.
To achieve full system performanceyou must break in the brakingsystem. See Breaking-In (page 221).Failure to take care may result in the lossof control of your vehicle, serious personalinjury or death.
If the system applies the brakes andthe engine stops the hazard warningflashers will automatically turn on.Failure to take care may lead to a crash orpersonal injury.
The system does not react tocyclists, motorcyclists, pedestrians,animals or vehicles that are drivingin a different direction. Failure to take caremay result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
The system does not operate duringharsh acceleration or steering. Failureto take care may lead to a crash orpersonal injury.
The system may not operate duringcold or severe weather conditions.Snow, ice, heavy rain and spray caninfluence the system. Keep the hood freeof snow and ice. Failure to take care mayresult in the loss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
The system may not operate whendriving around sharp curves. Failureto take care may lead to a crash orpersonal injury.
WARNINGS
The system may not operatecorrectly if you replace thewindshield with a non-Fordwindshield. Do not carry out windshieldrepairs in front of the sensor. Failure toadhere to this warning may lead to anaccident or injury.
The system may not detect objectswith surfaces that absorb reflections.Failure to take care may result in theloss of control of your vehicle, seriouspersonal injury or death.
The system will not operate correctlyif the sensor is blocked. Keep thewindshield free from obstructions,for example, bird droppings, insects, snowor ice. Failure to adhere to this warning maylead to an accident or injury.
When you switch the ignition on thesensor transmits a laser beam. Neverlook directly into the sensor with anytype of object, there is a risk of eye injury.
The sensor is on the rear of the interiormirror. It continuously monitors conditionsto decide when to intervene.
The system operates at speeds belowapproximately 25 mph (40 km/h) byapplying the brakes if it detects that acrash is likely. If the system applies thebrakes, a message appears in theinformation display.
The system may reduce the risk of a lowspeed crash into another vehicle. It alsohelps reduce impact damage or may avoidthe crash completely.
Note:You must depress the brake pedal toobtain full braking force.
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Adjusting Pre-Collision Assist Settings
You can adjust the Alert and Distance Alertsensitivity to one of three possible settingsby using the information display control.See (page 86).
You can switch the distance indicationfunction off using the information displaycontrols. See (page 86).
If required, you can switch active brakingoff using the information display controls.See (page 86).
Note:Active braking automatically turnson every time you switch the ignition on.
Blocked Sensors
If a message regarding a blocked sensoror front camera appears in the informationdisplay, the radar signals or camera imagesare obstructed. The radar sensor is locatedbehind a fascia cover near the driver sideof the lower grille. With an obstructedradar, the Pre-Collision Assist system doesnot function and cannot detect a vehicleahead. With the front camera obstructed,the Pre-Collision Assist system functionreduces. The following table lists possiblecauses and actions for when this messagedisplays.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Note:Not all vehicles are suitable orapproved to have tow bars fitted. See anauthorized dealer for further information.
TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
If the trailer begins to sway, the stabilitycontrol warning lamp flashes and amessage appears in the informationdisplay. The system applies the brakes tothe individual wheels and reduces enginetorque to aid vehicle stability.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so. Check the vertical weight on the towball and trailer load distribution. SeeCapacities and Specifications (page277). See Load Carrying (page 207).
Note:This feature does not prevent trailersway, but reduces it once it begins.
Note:This feature cannot stop all trailersfrom swaying.
Note:In some cases, if your vehicle speedis too high, the system may turn on multipletimes, gradually reducing your vehicle speed.
TOW BALL
WARNINGS
An audible warning tone soundswhen the tow ball arm is not in thefully stowed position or in propertowing position. If the audible warning tonedoes not sound when the tow ball armmoves or when the system switches on,do not use the tow bar. See an authorizeddealer.
Do not touch the tow ball arm whenit is moving.
Make sure there are no obstaclespreventing the tow ball arm frommoving.
Note:We recommend keeping the tow ballarm in the stowed position when you arenot using it. In addition, consider localregulations and insurance terms.
Tow ball arm.A
13-pin trailer socket.B
Swiveling the Tow Ball Arm
Note:Do not attach any plug to the 13-pintrailer socket.
Note:Make sure the vehicle battery has afull charge.
Note:The vehicle has to be stationary forthe tow ball arm to operate.
Note:If something is blocking the tow ballarm during its swivel process, the systemtries to reverse. If the tow ball arm stopsbefore it is fully in towing position or stowedposition, restart the swivel process bypressing the button twice.
Swiveling the Tow Ball Arm Out
Note:If the tow ball arm does not operate,but you hear an audible double tone (lowpitch followed by a high pitch), switch onthe ignition for 10 seconds, and then pressthe brake pedal and try operating the towball arm again.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
You must switch the ignition on whenyour vehicle is being towed. Failureto follow this warning could seriouslyincrease the risk of injury or death.
The brake and steering assistancewill not operate unless the engine isrunning. Press the brake pedal harderand allow for increased stopping distancesand heavier steering. Failure to take caremay lead to a crash or personal injury.
If your vehicle has a steering wheellock, make sure the ignition is in theaccessory or on position when beingtowed.
Too much tension on a tow ropecould cause damage to your vehicleor the vehicle that is towing.
When towing your vehicle you mustselect neutral. Failure to follow thiswarning could damage thetransmission and may lead to a crash orinjury.
Drive off slowly and smoothly withoutjerking the vehicle that is being towed.
You must only use the towing eye that wasdelivered with your vehicle. See TowingPoints (page 217).
Tow ropes or rigid towing bars must beplaced on the same side. For example; righthand rear towing point to right hand fronttowing point.
You must use a tow rope or rigid towingbar that is of the correct strength for theweight of the towing vehicle and thevehicle that is being towed.
The weight of the vehicle that is beingtowed must not exceed the weight of thetowing vehicle.
Do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). SeeTowing the Vehicle on Four Wheels(page 219).
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
You must switch the ignition on whenyour vehicle is being towed. Failureto follow this warning could seriouslyincrease the risk of injury or death.
You must make sure thetransmission selector lever is placedin position N. Failure to follow thiswarning could damage the transmissionand may lead to a crash or injury.
The brake and steering assistancewill not operate unless the engine isrunning. Press the brake pedal harderand allow for increased stopping distancesand heavier steering. Failure to take caremay lead to a crash or personal injury.
Too much tension on a tow ropecould cause damage to your vehicleor the vehicle that is towing.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The hazard warning button is located onthe instrument panel. Use it when yourvehicle is creating a safety hazard for othermotorists.
Press the button to turn on the hazardwarning function, and the front and reardirection indicators will flash.
Press the button again to turn them off.
Note:If used when the engine is notrunning, the battery will lose charge. Theremay be insufficient power to restart yourengine.
Note:Depending on applicable laws andregulations in the country for which yourvehicle was originally built, the hazardwarning flashers may flash if you brakeheavily.
FIRST AID KIT
For 5-door and wagon vehicles, stow thefirst aid kit in the left side wall storage areain the luggage compartment. For 4-doorvehicles, stow the first aid kit in the rearunder floor storage compartment. SeeRear Under Floor Storage (page 208).
WARNING TRIANGLE
Space is provided in the luggagecompartment.
FUEL SHUTOFF
WARNING
Failure to inspect and, if necessary,repair fuel leaks after a collision mayincrease the risk of fire and seriousinjury. Ford Motor Company recommendsthat the fuel system be inspected by anauthorized dealer after any collision.
In the event of a moderate to severecollision, this vehicle includes a fuel pumpshutoff feature that stops the flow of fuelto the engine. Not every impact will causea shutoff.
Should your vehicle shut off after acollision, you may restart your vehicle. Forvehicles equipped with a key system:
1.Switch off the ignition.
2.Switch on the ignition.
3.Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re-enable thefuel pump.
For vehicles equipped with a push buttonstart system:
1.Press the START/STOP button toswitch off the ignition.
2.Press the brake pedal and press theSTART/STOP button to start thevehicle.
3.Remove your foot from the brake pedaland press the START/STOP buttonto switch off the ignition.
4.You can either attempt to start theengine by pressing the brake pedal andthe START/STOP button, or switchon the ignition only by pressing theSTART/STOP button withoutpressing the brake pedal. Both waysre-enable the fuel system.
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