2014 FORD MONDEO warning lights

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DIMMER
Note:You disable the manual dimmerwhen you adjust the setting to AutoDimming in the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 86).
Note:If you disconnect the battery or itbecomes discharged, the illuminatedcomponents will switch to the maximumsetting.
Press repeatedly or press and hold untilyou reach the desired level.
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you canswitch the headlamps on by pulling thedirection indicator lever toward you. Youwill hear a short tone. The headlamps willswitch off automatically after threeminutes with any door open or 30 secondsafter the last door has been closed. Youcan cancel this feature by pulling thedirection indicator toward you again orswitching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
WARNING
Always remember to switch yourheadlamps on in low light situationsor during inclement weather. Thesystem does not activate the tail lampsand may not provide adequate lightingduring these conditions. Failure to activateyour headlamps under these conditionsmay result in a collision.
To switch the system on:
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Switch the lighting control to the off orautolamp position.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention. A manualoverride may be necessary if the systemfails to switch the high beam on or off.
A manual override may be requiredwhen approaching other road userssuch as cyclists.
Do not use the system in fog.
In cold and severe weatherconditions the system may notfunction. A manual override may benecessary in these cases.
The system may not deactivate thehigh beam if the lights of oncomingvehicles are hidden by obstacles (forexample guard rails).
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CLOSING
You can use the remote control to operatethe windows with the ignition off.
Note:You can enable or disable this featurein the information display or see anauthorized dealer. See (page 86).
Note:To operate this feature, accessorydelay must not be active.
Opening the Windows
You can only open the windows for a shorttime after you unlock your vehicle with theremote control. After you unlock yourvehicle, press and hold the remote controlunlock button to open the windows andvent the moonroof. Release the buttononce movement starts. Press the lock orunlock button to stop movement.
Closing the Windows
WARNING
When closing the windows andmoonroof, you should verify they arefree of obstructions and make surethat children and pets are not in theproximity of the window openings.
To close the windows and moonroof, pressand hold the remote control lock button.Release the button once movement starts.Press the lock or unlock button to stopmovement.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when yourvehicle is moving.
Left-hand mirror.A
Adjustment control.B
Right-hand mirror.C
To adjust a mirror:
1.Press A or C to select the mirror youwant to adjust. The control lights.
2.Press B to adjust the mirror's position.
3.Press the mirror control again. The lightturns off.
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door windowglass. Make sure that you fully engage themirror in its support when returning it to itsoriginal position.
Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The mirror automatically adjusts to a setposition, but you can change the positionby doing the following:
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Select the mirror you want tore-position.
3.Put your vehicle into reverse (R) andlet the mirror automatically dip to itsset position.
4.When the mirror is in its dipped positionand is no longer moving, re-position itto your preference.
5.Put your vehicle into park (P).
6.Use the memory preset control to savethe position. See Memory Function(page 131).
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page121).
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirrorpositions through the memory function.See Memory Function (page 131).
Auto-Dimming Feature (If Equipped)
The driver exterior mirror automaticallydims when the interior auto-dimmingmirror turns on.
Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
The outer portion of the appropriate mirrorhousing blinks when you switch on thedirection indicator.
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 194).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirror when yourvehicle is moving.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass ofany mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum or ammonia-based cleaningproducts.
You can adjust the interior mirror to yourpreference. Some mirrors also have asecond pivot point. This lets you move themirror head up or down and from side toside.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward youto reduce glare at night.
Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
Note:Do not block the sensors on the frontand back of the mirror. Mirror performancemay be affected. A rear center passenger orraised rear center head restraint may alsoblock light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduceglare when bright lights are detected frombehind your vehicle. It will automaticallyreturn to normal reflection when you selectreverse gear to make sure you have a clearview when backing up.
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WARNING
Even if the temperature rises toabove 39°F (4°C) there is noguarantee that the road is free ofhazards caused by inclement weather.
It will illuminate when theoutside air temperature is 39°F(4°C) or below.
Fuel Operated Heater EnabledIndicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe fuel operated heater on.
Fuel Operated Heater OperatingIndicator
It will illuminate to inform youthe fuel operated heater iscurrently in operation.
Glow Plug Indicator
With the key in the on position,illuminates when the glow plugheat is necessary as a startingaid. Wait until the light goes off beforestarting.
After you start the engine, the light shouldturn off. When the engine is cold, the lightshould always illuminate for a short period.
Heads Up Display (If Equipped)
A red beam of lights willilluminate on the windshield incertain instances when usingadaptive cruise control or the pre-collisionwarning system. It will also lightmomentarily when you start your vehicleto make sure the display works.
High Beam Indicator
It will illuminate when you switchthe high beam headlamps on. Itwill flash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hood Ajar Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when theignition is on and the hood is notcompletely closed.
Lane Keeping Aid Indicator
It will illuminate when youactivate the lane keepingsystem.
Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when theliftgate is not completely closed.
Low Beam Malfunction WarningLamp
It will illuminate when there is amalfunction with the low beamheadlamp bulb.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
It will illuminate when your tirepressure is low. If the lampremains on with the enginerunning or when driving, checkyour tire pressure as soon as possible.
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WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so can causethe battery to lose charge.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.Warmer settings are indicated by moreindicator lights.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS
Heated Seats
WARNING
Persons who are unable to feel painto the skin because of advanced age,chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion,or other physical conditions, must exercisecare when using the seat heater. The seatheater may cause burns even at lowtemperatures, especially if used for longperiods of time. Do not place anything onthe seat that insulates against heat, suchas a blanket or cushion, because this maycause the seat heater to overheat. Do notpuncture the seat with pins, needles, orother pointed objects because this maydamage the heating element which maycause the seat heater to overheat. Anoverheated seat may cause seriouspersonal injury.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the seat heater if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so can causethe battery to lose charge.
Touch the heated seat symbol on thetouchscreen to cycle through the variousheat settings and off. More indicator lightsindicate warmer settings.
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The system reduces fuel consumption andCO2 emissions by shutting down theengine when your vehicle is idling, forexample at traffic lights.
WARNINGS
The engine may restartautomatically if required by thesystem.
Switch the ignition off beforeopening the hood or carrying out anymaintenance.
Always switch the ignition off beforeleaving your vehicle, as the systemmay have shut down the engine butthe ignition will still be live.
In an automatic transmission vehicle,always shift to park (P) beforeleaving your vehicle.
Note: The Start-Stop indicatorwill illuminate green when theengine shuts down, flashingamber (accompanied by a message) if youneed to take action, and grey if start-stopis not available. See Warning Lamps andIndicators (page 81).
Using Start-Stop (ManualTransmissions)
To Stop the Engine
1.Stop your vehicle.
2.Move the transmission to neutral.
3.Release the clutch and acceleratorpedals.
To Re-Start the Engine
Press the clutch pedal.
Note:To obtain maximum benefit from thesystem, move the transmission to neutraland release the clutch pedal during any stopof longer than three seconds.
Note:Start-stop also comes with stallrecovery. If you fully press the clutch pedalafter stalling the engine, it will automaticallyrestart the engine for you.
Using Start-Stop (AutomaticTransmissions)
To Stop the Engine
1.Stop your vehicle in drive (D).
2.Release the accelerator pedal.
3.Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Note:The engine will also shut down inneutral (N) and park (P) – with or withoutfoot on brake.
To Re-Start the Engine
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
Limitations of use:
The engine may not shut down undercertain conditions, for example:
•Engine is warming up.
•To maintain climate comfort.
•Low battery charge.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The driver door has been opened.
•The driver seatbelt has been undone.
•The heated windshield is switched on.
•During regeneration of the dieselparticulate filter.
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2.Drive your vehicle, then release theswitch when you notice that the enginehas developed sufficient driving force.
Battery With No Charge
WARNING
You will not be able to apply orrelease the electric parking brake ifthe battery is low or has no charge.
If the battery is low or has no charge, usejumper cables and a booster battery.
HILL START ASSIST
WARNINGS
The system does not replace theparking brake. When you leave yourvehicle, always apply the parkingbrake. Failure to leave your vehicle securelyparked may lead to a crash or injury. SeeElectric Parking Brake (page 160).
You must remain in your vehiclewhen the system turns on. At alltimes, you are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle, supervising thesystem and intervening, if required. Failureto take care may result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, serious personalinjury or death.
The system will turn off if amalfunction is apparent or if you revthe engine excessively. Failure totake care may result in the loss of controlof your vehicle, serious personal injury ordeath.
The system makes it easier to pull awaywhen your vehicle is on a slope without theneed to use the parking brake.
When the system is active, your vehicleremains stationary on the slope for two tothree seconds after you release the brakepedal. This allows time to move your footfrom the brake to the accelerator pedal.The system releases the brakesautomatically once the engine hasdeveloped sufficient drive to prevent yourvehicle from rolling down the slope. Thisis an advantage when pulling away on aslope, for example from a car park ramp,traffic lights or when reversing uphill intoa parking space.
Note:The system only functions when youbring your vehicle to a complete standstill.Shift the gearshift lever to reverse (R) whenfacing downhill and first gear (1) whenfacing uphill.
Note:There is no warning light to indicatethe system is either on or off.
Using Hill Start Assist
1.Press the brake pedal to bring yourvehicle to a complete standstill. Keepthe brake pedal pressed.
2.If the sensors detect that your vehicleis on a slope, the system activatesautomatically.
3.When you remove your foot from thebrake pedal, your vehicle remains onthe slope without rolling away forabout two to three seconds. This holdtime automatically extends if you arein the process of driving off.
4.Drive off in the normal manner. Thesystem releases the brakesautomatically.
Note:When you remove your foot from thebrake pedal and press the pedal again whenthe system is active, you will experiencesignificantly reduced brake pedal travel. Thisis normal.
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System Lights and Messages
The system displays a yellow warningindicator located in the exterior mirrors.
Note:It will dim when the ambient lightdecreases.
Cross Traffic Alert also sounds a series oftones and a message appears in theinformation display indicating a vehicle iscoming from the right or left. Cross TrafficAlert works with the reverse sensingsystem that sounds its own series of tones.See Parking Aids (page 167).
System Sensors
WARNING
Prior to the system recognizing ablocked condition and issuing awarning, the number of missedobjects will increase.
Note:It is possible to get a blockagewarning with no blockage present; this israre and known as a false blockage warning.A false blocked condition eitherself-corrects or clears after a key cycle.
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