2015 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC traction control

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................125
Parking Brake.................................................125
Hill Start Assist
..............................................125
Traction Control
Principle of Operation
.................................127
Using Traction Control................................127
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................128
Parking Aids
Rear Parking Aid............................................129
Rear View Camera.......................................130
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................133
Using Cruise Control....................................133
Driving Aids
Steering............................................................134
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage
..........................135
Load Limit
........................................................135
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................143
Transporting the Vehicle............................143
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......143
Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................145
Cold Weather Precautions........................145
Driving Through Water
................................145
Floor Mats
.......................................................145
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................147 Hazard Warning Flashers
..........................148
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................148
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............150
Post-Crash Alert System
............................151
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
................152
In California (U.S. Only)..............................153
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)......................154
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
........................154
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................155
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................156
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................156
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................157
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................158
Changing a Fuse
...........................................168
Maintenance
General Information
....................................169
Opening and Closing the Hood
..............169
Under Hood Overview................................170
Coolant Check.................................................171
Brake Fluid Check.........................................173
Washer Fluid Check......................................173
Changing the 12V Battery...........................173
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................175
Changing the Wiper Blades......................175
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................176
Removing a Headlamp...............................177
Changing a Bulb
............................................178
Bulb Specification Chart............................181
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Various vehicle speed minders can be
set. Once you select a speed, it will be
shown in the display, followed by an
audible tone when the preselected
vehicle speed is exceeded.
• Audio system maximum volume of
45%. A message will be shown in the
display when you attempt to exceed
the limited volume. Also, the
speed-sensitive or compensated
automatic volume control will be
disabled.
• Always on setting. When this is
selected, you will not be able to turn
off AdvanceTrac or traction control (if
your vehicle is equipped with these
features). CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create a
MyKey:
1.
Insert the key you want to program into
the ignition. If your vehicle is equipped
with a push-button start, place the
intelligent access transmitter into the
backup position. The location of your
backup position is in another chapter.
See Starting the Electric Motor
(page 112).
2. Switch the vehicle on.
3. Access the main menu through the information display controls. Use the
arrow keys to get to the following menu
selections: Action and Description
Message
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.
Settings
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.
MyKey
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.
Create MyKey
When prompted, hold the OK button until
you see a message informing you to label
this key as a MyKey. The key will be
restricted at the next start.
MyKey is successfully created. Make sure
you label it so you can distinguish it from
the admin keys.
You can also program configurable
settings for the key(s). See
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings
. Programming/Changing
Configurable Settings
Use the information display to access your
configurable MyKey settings by doing the
following:
1. Switch the vehicle on using an admin
key.
2. Use the arrow keys to get to the following menu selections: Action and Description
Message
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.
Settings
Press the OK button or the right arrow key.
MyKey
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Information
Displays the associated driver alert graphic.
Driver Alert
Displays the number of warnings that need immediate attention in
red. You can only view the warnings from the System Check menu.
View them immediately by pressing OK and then OK again to enter
system check. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the
warnings.
XX Warnings
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/down arrow buttons to scroll
through the list.
System Check
Settings In this mode, you can configure
different driver setting choices.
Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.
Note: Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set. Settings
On or Off
Traction Ctrl
Driver Assist
On or Off
Home Range
warn
On or Off
Rear Park Aid
On or Off
Auto Light
Rain
Lighting
Vehicle
Manual or select time interval
Home Light
Auto or Last
Settings
Heater - A/C
Climate
Control
Remote Start
Auto or Off
Front Defrost
Auto or Off
Rear Defrost
5, 10 or 15 minutes
Duration
On or Off
Quiet Start
Enable or Disable
System
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Settings
Select number of years
Tire Mobility
Kit
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Create MyKey
MyKey
Always On or User Selectable
Traction
Control
Choose desired speed or off
Max Speed
Choose desired speed or off
Speed Minder
On or Off
Volume
Limiter
Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys
Clear MyKeys
Select the desired language
Language
Display
Miles or km
Distance
Units
Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)
Temperature
On or Off
Brake Coach
On or Off
Regen Display
Hold OK to Reset
Lifetime
Summary
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note: Depending on the vehicle options
equipped with your vehicle, not all of the
messages will display or be available.
Certain messages may be abbreviated or
shortened depending upon which cluster
type you have. 92
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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
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial, this allows the wheels to spin.
You can switch this feature on or off using
the vehicle settings menu in the
information display or by pressing the
button on the instrument panel.
Switching the System Off Using
the Information Display Controls
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle comes with this feature
already enabled. You can switch this
feature on or off using the vehicle settings
menu in the information display. See
(page 86).
Switching the System Off Using a
Switch
(If Equipped)
The button is located on the instrument
panel. See Instrument Panel Overview
(page
15).
Press the button to switch the system off.
You will see a message in conjunction with
an illuminated icon in the display. Press
the button again to switch the system back
on.
When you switch the traction control
system off, stability control remains fully
active. System Warning Lamps and
Messages WARNING
If the warning lamp remains
illuminated or does not illuminate
when you switch the ignition on, this
indicates a malfunction. During a
malfunction the system will switch off.
Have the system checked immediately.
Operating your vehicle with the system
disabled could lead to the loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or
death. The warning lamp temporarily
illuminates when you start the
engine. It will flash when the
system is active. The warning lamp temporarily
illuminates when you start the
engine. It will illuminate when
you switch the system off.
When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information
display showing system status.
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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 127). Vehicle without AdvanceTrac
skidding off its intended route.
A
Vehicle with AdvanceTrac
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.
B
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AA
B
BB
B

BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
Avoid hard accelerations and driving too
fast during the first
1000 mi (1,600 km).
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below
-13°F (-25°C).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.
Note:
Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle. When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
Always use floor mats that are
designed to fit the foot well of your
vehicle. Only use floor mats that
leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only
use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out
of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in
other ways. Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury. Always make sure that the floor
mats are properly attached to the
retention posts in the carpet that are
supplied with your vehicle. Floor mats must
be properly secured to both retention posts
to make sure mats do not shift out of
position. Never place floor mats or any other
covering in the vehicle foot well that
cannot be properly secured to
prevent them from moving and interfering
with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle.
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U.S. Department of
Transportation-Tire quality
grades: The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford
Motor Company to give you the
following information about tire
grades exactly as the government
has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150
would wear 1½ times as well on
the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction AA A B C WARNING
The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning or peak traction
characteristics. The traction grades, from highest
to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire
’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled
conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Temperature A B C WARNING
The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed,
under-inflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure. The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C,
representing the tire
’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the
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