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Switching the Systems Off and On
One or both systems can be switched off temporarily by using the
information display control; refer to theInformation Displaychapter.
When you switch off the Blind Spot Information System, you will not
receive alerts and the information display will display a system off
message. The yellow alert indicator in the outside mirror will also flash
twice. The system switches back on whenever you switch the ignition on.
You can also have one or both systems switched off permanently at an
authorized dealer. Once switched off, the system can only be switched
back on at an authorized dealer.
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:This system is designed to be a supplementary
driving aid. It is not intended to replace the driver’s attention,
and judgment, or the need to apply the brakes. This system does NOT
activate the brakes automatically. Failure to press the brake pedal to
activate the brakes may result in a collision.
WARNING:The collision warning system with brake support
cannot help prevent all collisions. Do not rely on this system to
replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed.
Note:The system does not detect, warn or respond to potential
collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of the vehicle.
Note:The collision warning system is active at speeds above
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).
This system is designed to alert the
driver of certain collision risks. A
radar detects if your vehicle is
rapidly approaching another vehicle
traveling in the same direction as
yours.
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
17 40A** 110-volt AC power point
18 40A** Front blower motor
19 30A** Starter motor
20 20A** Power point #1, cigar lighter
21 20A** Power point #3 (cargo area)
22 30A** Third row seat module
23 30A** Driver power seat, Memory
module
24 30A** Trailer tow battery charge
25 — Not used
26 40A** Rear window defroster, Heated
mirrors
27 20A** Power point (console)
28 30A** Climate controlled seats
29 40A** Engine cooling fan #1 high speed
power, Engine cooling fan #1 and
#2 low speed primary fuse
30 40A** Engine cooling fan #2 high speed
fuse
31 25A** Engine cooling fan #1 and #2 low
speed secondary fuse
32 — Auxiliary blower motor relay
33 — Engine cooling fan #1 and #2 low
speed relay #2
34 — Blower motor relay
35 — Engine cooling fan #1 high speed
relay, Engine cooling fan #1 and
#2 low speed relay #1
36 — Not used
37 — Trailer tow right stop/turn lamps
relay
38 — Trailer tow backup relay
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
39 40A** Auxiliary blower motor
40 — Not used
41 30A** Second row heated seats
42 30A** Passenger seat
43 40A** Anti-lock brake system valves
44 — Rear washer relay
45 5A* Rain sensor
46 — Not used
47 — Not used
48 — Not used
49 — Not used
50 15A* Heated mirrors
51 — Not used
52 — Not used
53 — Trailer tow left stop/turn lamps
relay
54 — Not used
55 — Wiper relay
56 15A* Transmission control module
57 20A* Left high-intensity discharge
headlamps
58 10A* Alternator sensor
59 10A* Brake on/off switch
60 10A* Trailer tow back-up lamps
61 20A* Second row seat release
62 10A* Air conditioning clutch
63 15A* Trailer tow stop/turn lamps
64 15A* Rear wipers
65 30A* Fuel pump
66 — Powertrain control module relay
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
22 20A Horn relay
23 15A Steering wheel control module,
Intelligent access, Headlamp
switch
24 15A Datalink connector, Steering
wheel control module
25 15A Liftgate release
26 5A Radio frequency module
27 20A Intelligent access module
28 15A Ignition switch, Push-button start
switch
29 20A Radio, Global positioning system
module
30 15A Front park lamps
31 5A Trailer tow brake controller
32 15A 110-volt AC power point, Power
folding mirror, Power mirrors,
One-touch up and down front
windows, Door lock illumination,
Memory switch illumination
33 10A Occupant classification sensor
34 10A Blind spot monitor, Rearview
camera, Reverse sensing system,
Lane departure warning module,
Second row heated seats module
35 5A Heads-up display, Climate control
humidity sensor, Terrain
management system, Hill descent
switch, Headlamp switch ignition
sensor
36 10A Heated steering wheel
37 10A Restraints control module
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Fuse or relay
numberFuse amp
ratingProtected components
38 10A Auto-dimming rearview mirror,
Moonroof
39 15A High beam headlamp shutters
40 10A Rear park lamps, License plate
lamps, Trailer tow park lamps
41 7.5A Overdrive cancel, Tow/haul
42 5A Not used (spare)
43 10A Not used (spare)
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Not used (spare)
46 10A Climate control module
47 15A Fog lamps, left and right turn
signal mirror feed
48 30A Circuit
BreakerRear power windows, Passenger
power window, One-touch down
(driver side only), Driver window
switch
49 Delayed
accessory relayBody control module
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WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the
elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface
once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of
direct sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before applying wax.
•
Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives.
•Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to apply and remove the wax.
•Apply a small amount of wax in a back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
•Do not allow wax to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss
black) colored trim. The wax discolors or stains the parts over time,
such as:
•Bumpers
•Grained door handles
•Side mouldings
•Mirror housings
•Windshield cowl area.
•Do not apply wax to glass areas.
•After waxing, your car’s paint should feel smooth, and be free of streaks
and smudges.
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to
an authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color.
•Before repairing minor paint damage, use a cleaner such as Motorcraft
Bug and Tar Remover to remove particles such as bird droppings, tree
sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before
repairing paint chips.
•Always read the instructions before using the products.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
•
Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
•Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the
engine block or other engine components.
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Voice command issues
Issue Possible
cause(s)Possible solution(s)
SYNC does not
understand what
I am saying.•You may be
using the wrong
voice commands,
OR
•You may be
speaking too soon
or at the wrong
time.•Review the Phone voice
commands and the Media voice
commands at the beginning of
their respective sections.
•Be aware that the microphone
for SYNC is either in your rear
view mirror or in the headliner
just above the windshield.
SYNC does not
understand the
name of a song or
artist.•You may be
using the wrong
voice commands,
OR
•You may not be
saying the name
exactly as it is
saved, OR
•The system
may not be
reading the name
the same way you
are saying it.•Review the media voice
commands at the beginning of
the media section.
•Say the song or artist exactly
as listed. If you say, “Play Artist
Prince”, the system does not
play music by Prince and the
Revolution or Prince and the
New Power Generation.
•Make sure you are saying the
complete title, such as
“California remix featuring
Jennifer Nettles”.
•If the songs are saved in all
CAPS, you have to spell them.
LOLA requires you to say, “Play
L-O-L-A”.
•Do not use special characters
in the title as the system does
not recognize them.
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I.Heated rear window:Turns the heated rear window on and off. See
Heated windows and mirrorsin theClimate Controlchapter.
J.Defrost:Touch the button to distribute air to the windshield vents
and de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents
turn off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a
thin covering of ice.
K.Manual controls:Touch these buttons to switch airflow from the
windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. The system can
distribute air through any combination of these vents.
L.Driver settings:Depending on your vehicle and option package, you
may have the following features:
•Touch the+or–to increase or decrease the air temperature on the
passenger side of the vehicle.
•Touch the heated seat icon to switch the heated seat off and on (if
equipped).
•Touch the climate-controlled seat icon to switch the
climate-controlled seat off and on (if equipped).
•TouchMyTempto select your preset temperature setpoint. Touch
and holdMyTempto save a new preset temperature setpoint.
•If your vehicle is equipped with a heated steering wheel, touch the
heated steering wheel icon to warm the steering wheel.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with a wood-trimmed steering wheel, it
does not heat between the 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions.
Climate Control Voice Commands
The following voice commands are available at the main menu
level of a voice session. For example, press the voice button
and after the prompt, “Say a command”; say any of the
following commands:
Climate control voice commands
“Climate automatic”
“Climate my temperature”
“Climate off”
“Climate on”
“Climate temperature <15.5–29.5> degrees”
“Climate temperature <60–85> degrees”
“Help”
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