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Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel. You may need to remove a trim panel to access it.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
1 30A Left front and right rear smart window motors
2 15A Driver seat switch power
3 30A Right front smart window motor
4 10A Demand lamps battery saver relay and coil
5 20A Audio amplifiers
6 5A Not used (spare)
7 7.5A Driver seat module logic, Left front door zone module, Keypad
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
223341
42
43
44
45
34
35
36
37
23
24
25
26
27
283846
394729
32
40
31
30
48
49
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Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
8 10A Not used (spare)
9 10A SYNC module, Multi-function displays, Electronic finish panel,
Radio frequency transceiver module
10 10A Run accessory relay
11 10A Intelligent access module logic, Heads-up display
12 15A Puddle lamp, Backlighting LED, Interior lighting
13 15A Right front turn, Right rear turn
14 15A Left front turn, Left rear turn
15 15A Stop lamp, Backup lamp
16 10A Right front low beam
17 10A Left front low beam
18 10A Start button, Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock, Powertrain
control module wakeup, Immobilizer
transceiver module
19 20A Audio amplifier
20 20A All lock motor relay, Driver lock motor relay
21 10A Not used (spare)
22 20A Horn relay
23 15A Steering wheel control module logic, Instrument cluster
24 15A Steering wheel control module, Datalink
25 15A Decklid release relay
26 5A Ignition switch or push button start switch
27 20A Intelligent access module power
28 15A Not used (spare)
29 20A Radio, Global positioning system module
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness
and resale value. There is a large network of Ford authorized dealers
who are there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We
believe that their specially trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly. They are supported by a wide
range of highly specialized tools developed specifically for servicing your
vehicle.
To help you service your vehicle, we provideScheduled Maintenance
Information which makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check your warranty
information to find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft® parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes)
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key (if equipped).
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage or personal
burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift to position P(Park) .
2. Block the wheels.
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instrument cluster or center stack display to alert the driver that battery
protection actions are active. See theInformation displaysin the
Instrument Cluster andEntertainment Systems chapters for more
information. These messages are only for notification that an action is
taking place, and do not necessarily indicate that an electrical problem
exists or that the battery requires replacement.
Electrical accessory installation
To ensure proper operation of the BMS, any electrical devices that are
added to the vehicle should not have their ground connection made
directly at the negative battery post. A connection at the negative
battery post can cause inaccurate measurements of the battery condition
and potential incorrect system operation.
Note: Electrical or electronic accessories added to the vehicle by the
dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and
durability and may also affect the performance of other electrical
systems in the vehicle.
When a battery replacement is required, the battery should be replaced
with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches the
electrical requirements of the vehicle. After battery replacement, or in
some cases after charging the battery with an external charger, the BMS
requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time (key off with doors closed) to
relearn the new battery state of charge. Prior to relearning state of
charge, the BMS may disable electrical features (to protect the battery)
earlier than normal.
CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade
to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water
applied with a soft sponge or cloth.
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Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify or track your satellite radio
account. When in satellite radio mode, you can view this number by
pressingSIRIUSand memory preset 1 at the same time. To access your
ESN, press the bottom left corner of the touchscreen, then SIRIUS>
Options.
Troubleshooting
Radio display Condition Possible action
Acquiring Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel. No action required.
This message should
disappear shortly.
Sat Fault/SIRIUS
system failure There is an internal
module or system
failure present.If this message does
not clear shortly, or
with an ignition key
cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See
an authorized dealer
for service.
Invalid Channel The channel is no longer available.Tune to another
channel or choose
another preset.
Unsubscribed Channel Your subscription does not include this
channel.Contact Sirius at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the
channel, or tune to
another channel.
No Signal The signal is lost from
the Sirius satellite or
Sirius tower to your
vehicle antenna. The signal is blocked.
When you move into
an open area, the
signal should return.
Updating Update of channel
programming in
progress. No action required.
The process may take
up to three minutes.
Audio System
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Speed-restricted Features
Some features of this system may be too difficult to use while your
vehicle is moving so they are restricted from use unless your vehicle is
stationary.
•Screens that are too crowded with information, such as Point of
Interest reviews and ratings, Sirius Travel Link sports scores, movie
times and ski conditions.
• Any action that requires you to use a keyboard is restricted, such as
entering a navigation destination or editing information.
• All lists are limited so the user can view fewer entries (such as phone
contacts or recent phone call entries).
See the following chart for more specific examples:
Restricted Features
Cellular Phone Pairing a Bluetooth phone Adding phonebook contacts or uploading
phonebook contacts (from a USB)
List entries are limited for phone contacts and
recent phone call entries
System Functionality Editing the keypad code Enabling Valet Mode
Editing settings while the rear view camera or
Active Park Assist are active
Wi-Fi and Wireless Editing wireless settings Editing the list of wireless networks
Videos, Photos and
Graphics Playing video
Editing the screen’s wallpaper or adding new
wallpaper
Text Messages Composing text messages Viewing received text messages
Editing preset text messages
Navigation Using the keyboard to enter a destination Demo navigation route
Adding or Editing Address Book entries or
Avoid Areas
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Potential satellite radio reception issues
Station overload When you pass a ground-based
broadcast-repeating tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and the audio
system may mute.
Satellite radio signal
interference Your display may show ACQUIRIN
G...to
indicate the interference and the audio
system may mute.
Sirius troubleshooting tips
Radio display Condition Possible action
Acquiring... Radio requires more than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.No action required.
This message should
disappear shortly.
Sat Fault/SIRIUS
system failure. There is an internal
module or system
failure present.If this message does
not clear shortly, or
with an ignition key
cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See
your authorized dealer
for service.
Invalid Channel. The channel is no longer available.Tune to another
channel or choose
another preset.
Unsubscribed Channel. Your subscription does not include this
channel.Contact Sirius at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the
channel, or tune to
another channel.
No Signal. The signal is lost from the Sirius satellite or
Sirius tower to your
vehicle antenna.The signal is blocked.
When you move into
an open area, the
signal should return.
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Only the photograph(s), which meets the following conditions, display:
•Compatible file formats are as follows: .jpg, .gif, .png, .bmp.
• Each file must be 1.5 MB or less.
• Recommended dimensions: 800 x 384.
Sound Press the Settings icon > Sound,then select from the
following:
Sound Settings
Bass DSP*
Midrange Occupancy Mode*
TrebleSpeed Compensated Volume
Set Balance and Fade
*If equipped.
Vehicle Press the Settings icon > Vehicle,then select from the
following:
• Ambient Lighting.
• Vehicle Health Report.
• Door Keypad Code.
• Camera Settings.
• Enable Valet Mode.
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
When activated, ambient lighting illuminates footwells and cupholders
with a choice of colors. To access and make adjustments:
1. Press the Settings icon > Vehicle>Ambient Lighting.
2. Touch the desired color.
3. Use the scroll bar to increase or decrease the intensity.
To turn the feature on or off, press the power button.
Vehicle Health Report
Turn Automatic Reminders on and off and set the mileage interval at
which you would like to receive the reports. Press ?for more information
on these selections.
When done making your selections, press Run Vehicle Health Report
Now if you want your report.
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