The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)......................196
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................196
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................197
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................198
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................198
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
.............................................................199
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................200
Changing a Fuse..........................................209
Maintenance
General Information
....................................210
Opening and Closing the Hood
...............210
Under Hood Overview -
1.0L
EcoBoost™..................................................211
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4)..............................................................212
Engine Oil Dipstick -
1.0L
EcoBoost™.................................................213
Engine Oil Dipstick -
2.0L Duratec-HE
(MI4)..............................................................213
Engine Oil Check...........................................213
Engine Coolant Check
................................214
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................216
Brake Fluid Check.........................................216
Clutch Fluid Check -
Manual
Transmission...............................................217
Washer Fluid Check......................................217
Fuel Filter
..........................................................217
Changing the 12V Battery...........................217
Checking the Wiper Blades......................219
Changing the Wiper Blades......................219
Adjusting the Headlamps........................220
Removing a Headlamp...............................221 Changing a Bulb...........................................222
Bulb Specification Chart...........................227
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................229
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................230
Cleaning Products.......................................230
Cleaning the Exterior..................................230
Waxing
..............................................................231
Cleaning the Engine.....................................231
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................232
Cleaning the Interior....................................232
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................232
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................233
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............234
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................234
Vehicle Storage
.............................................234
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care
...........................................................237
Using Snow Chains.....................................252
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........253
Changing a Road Wheel...........................256
Driving at High Speed................................259
Lug Nuts
.........................................................260
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications -
1.0L
EcoBoost™.................................................261
Engine Specifications - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4).............................................................261
Motorcraft Parts - 1.0L EcoBoost™......262
Motorcraft Parts -
2.0L Duratec-HE
(MI4)............................................................263
Vehicle Identification Number................264
Vehicle Certification Label.......................264
Transmission Code Designation............265
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning Fasten safety belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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GAUGES
Information display.
A
Speedometer.
B
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
C
Fuel gauge.
D
Tachometer.
E
Information Display
Compass (If Equipped)
Displays the vehicle ’s heading direction.
Odometer
Records the total distance traveled by your
vehicle. Outside Air Temperature (If Equipped)
Shows the outside air temperature.
Trip Computer
See Trip Computer (page 98).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See
(page 96).
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
At normal operating temperature, the
needle remains in the center section.
Note:
Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been determined
and resolved.
If the needle enters the red section, the
engine is overheating. Stop the engine,
switch the ignition off and determine the
cause once the engine has cooled down.
See Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
Fuel Gauge
Note: : The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will
indicate approximately how much fuel is
left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to
the fuel pump symbol indicates on which
side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is
located. The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needle
position is normal.
Note:
It may take a short time for the
needle to reach F after leaving the gas
station. This is normal and depends upon
the slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note: The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the gauge
indicated. This is normal and depends upon
the slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note: If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different gas
pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Level Reminder
Vehicles with no distance-to-empty
display
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at 1/16th.
Vehicles equipped with distance-to-
empty display
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at 1/16th or about 35 miles
(56 km) to empty, whichever occurs first.
Variations:
Note: : The low fuel warning and distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel
gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal. Distance-to-empty
Fuel gauge position
Driving type (fuel economy
conditions)
35 miles to 80 miles (56 kmto 129 km)
1/16th
Highway driving
10 miles to 35 miles (16 kmto 56 km)
1/16th-1/4
Severe duty driving (trailer
towing, extended idle)
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Action
Message
Displayed when the blind spot information system andcross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System (page 167).
Cross Traffic Sensor blocked
See manual
Displays when the system requires service due to amalfunction. Contact an authorized dealer.
Cross Traffic fault Service
required
Displayed when the system is not available due to
trailer use. See
Blind Spot Information System (page 167).
Cross Traffic not available
Trailer attached
Doors Action
Message
Displays when the door(s) listed is not completelyclosed.
Passenger door ajar
Driver door ajar
Passenger side rear door ajar Driver side rear door ajar Displays when the luggage compartment is notcompletely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
Displays when the hood is not completely closed.
Hood open
Engine Action
Message
Engine service is required. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Engine fault Service now
Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop
the vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.If the problem persists, contact an authorized dealer. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
High engine temperature Stop
safely
Displays when the engine has reduced power in orderto help reduce high coolant temperature.
Power reduced to lower engine
temperature
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1.0 in
(2.5 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock. Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C). The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
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Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 229).
F
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 213).
G
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See
Washer Fluid Check (page 217).
H
Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
I
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L DURATEC-HE (MI4) Engine coolant reservoir:
See Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
A
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (right-hand drive) *
:
See Clutch Fluid Check
(page 217).
B
Engine oil filler cap:
See Engine Oil Check (page 213).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir (left-hand drive):
See Clutch Fluid Check
(page 217).
D
Battery:
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 217).
E
Engine compartment fuse box:
See Fuses (page 200).
F
Air filter assembly:
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 229).
G
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GHI
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Council (ILSAC), comprised of
U.S. and Japanese automobile
manufacturers.
WARNINGS
Only add oil when the engine is cold.
If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes
for the engine to cool down.
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
1. Remove the engine oil filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 261).
3. Wipe off any spilled oil.
4. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 425).
Note: Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir. Note:
Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Note: If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See
Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between -30°F (-34°C) and -34°F
(-37°C).
Note: For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer, for example Robinair®
Coolant and Battery Refractometer 75240.
We do not recommend the use of
hydrometers or coolant test strips for
measuring coolant concentrations.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant,
antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside
of its specified function and vehicle location.
Adding Engine Coolant WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, spilling
coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Do not put engine coolant in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir. If
sprayed on the windshield, engine
coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield. Do not add coolant further than the
MAX mark.
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
make sure the engine is cool before
unscrewing the coolant pressure
relief cap. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened
slightly. 214
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