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Lighting control .......................................89
Autolamps ...........................................90
Instrument lighting dimmer ...............................91
Headlamp exit delay ....................................91
Daytime running lamps ..................................92
Automatic high beam control .............................92
Directionindicators ....................................94
Interior lamps ........................................95
Windows and Mirrors 96
Power windows .......................................96
Exteriormirrors.......................................98
Interior mirrors ......................................100
Sun visors ..........................................100
Sunshade ...........................................101
Moonroof ...........................................102
Instrument Cluster 103
Gauges .............................................103
Warning lamps and indicators ............................105
Audible warnings and indicators ..........................109
Information Displays 110
Controls............................................110
Trip computer .......................................114
Information messages ..................................121
Climate Control 130
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................130
Dual automatic temperature control ........................131
Rear window defroster .................................139
Cabin air filter .......................................140
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Vehicle Care309
Cleaning products .....................................309
Cleaning the exterior ..................................309
Waxing.............................................311
Repairing minor paint damage ............................311
Cleaning the engine ...................................311
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades .....................312
Cleaning the interior ...................................313
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens .......313
Cleaning leather seats ..................................314
Cleaning the alloy wheels ...............................315
Vehiclestorage.......................................315
Wheels and Tires 318
Tire care ...........................................318
Using summer tires ....................................333
Using snow chains ....................................334
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................335
Changing a road wheel .................................339
Temporary mobility kit .................................345
Technical specifications .................................355
Wheel lug nut torque ..................................355
Capacities and Specifications 356
Part numbers ........................................363
Vehicle identification number ............................364
Vehicle certification label ...............................365
Transmission code designation ............................365
Accessories 366
Accessories .........................................366
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Make sure the front passenger sensing system is operating
properly. SeeCrash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this
chapter.
If the airbag readiness light is lit, do the following:
The driver and adult passengers should check for objects lodged
underneath the front passenger seat, or cargo interfering with the seat.
If there are lodged objects or cargo is interfering with the seat, take the
following steps to remove the obstruction:
• Pull the vehicle over.
• Turn the vehicle off.
• Driver and adult passengers should check for any objects lodged
underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat.
• Remove the obstruction(s) (if found).
• Restart the vehicle.
• Wait at least two minutes and verify that the airbag readiness light in
the instrument cluster is no longer illuminated.
• If the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster remains
illuminated, this may or may not be a problem due to the front
passenger sensing system.
Do not attempt to repair or service the system. Take your vehicle
immediately to an authorized dealer.
If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer
Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer
Assistance section of this owner’s manual.
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near
the airbag cover, on the side of the seatbacks (of the front seats),
or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying
airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of
personal injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of
accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side
airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.
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CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR
WARNING:Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of
your vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure
and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system,
increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of your
vehicle.
Your vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which
provide information to the restraints control module. The restraints
control module deploys (activates) the front safety belt pretensioners,
driver airbag, passenger airbag, seat mounted side airbags, and the
Safety Canopy. Based on the type of accident (frontal impact, side
impact or rollover) the restraints control module will deploy the
appropriate safety devices.
The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above
safety devices plus the crash sensors. The readiness of the safety system
is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or by a
backup tone if the warning light is not working. See the Instrument
Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: •The readiness light will either flash or stay lit.
• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the
ignition is turned on.
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a crash.
The safety belt pretensioners and the airbag supplemental restraint
system are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains frontal or
sideways deceleration sufficient to cause the restraints control module to
deploy a safety device or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is
detected by the rollover sensor.
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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER•Tapthetoporbottomofthe
control to brighten or dim all
interior lit components
incrementally.
• Press and hold the top of the
control to activate the “dome on”
feature. This will turn on the
interior courtesy lights. Fully
press and hold the bottom of the control to turn off the interior
courtesy lights.
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three
minutes after the ignition is turned off.
Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 through 6
must be done within 10 seconds):
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position.
3. Turn the lighting control to the off position.
4. Turn the ignition on.
5. Turn the ignition off.
6. Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position. The headlamps and
parking lamps will turn on.
7. Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay
time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.
You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings:
• Off
• 10 seconds
• 20 seconds
• 120 seconds
Note: You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in
the instrument cluster. See the Information Displayschapter.
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DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
The system turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
• the ignition must be in the on position and
• the lighting control is in the off, autolamp, or parking lamp position
and
• the transmission is not in PARK.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
The system will automatically turn on your high beams if it is dark
enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects an approaching
vehicle’s headlights, a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps or street lighting, the
system will turn off the high beams (low beams remain on) before they
distract other drivers.
Note: If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not
functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for
blockage. A clear view of the road is required for proper system
operation. Any windshield damage in the area of the camera field-of-view
should be repaired.
Note: If a blockage is detected (e.g. bird dropping, bug splatter, snow, or
ice) and no changes are observed, the system will go into low beam
mode until the blockage is cleared. A message may also appear in the
instrument cluster display noting the front camera is blocked.
Note: Typical road dust, dirt and water spots will not affect the
automatic high beam system’s performance. However, in cold or
inclement weather conditions, the automatic high beam system’s
availability may be decreased. If the driver wants to change the beam
state independently of the system, the driver may turn the high beams
on or off using the multifunction switch stalk. Automatic control will
resume when conditions are correct.
Note: Modification of the vehicle ride height (e.g. using much larger
tires) may degrade feature performance.
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GAUGES
Type 1
Cluster shown in standard measure – metric clusters similar.
A. Tachometer
B. Information display. SeeInformation displaysfor more information.
C. Speedometer
D. Fuel gauge
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:
• 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.
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•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.
• If the gas station nozzle shuts off before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel gauge needle is at 1/16th.
Driving type (fuel
economy conditions) Fuel gauge position Distance-to-empty
Highway driving 1/16th 35 miles to 80 miles (56 km to 129 km)
Severe duty driving
(trailer towing,
extended idle) 1/16th 35 miles (56km)
Type 2
Cluster shown in standard measure – metric clusters similar.
A. Left information display. See Information displaysfor more
information.
B. Speedometer
C. Right information display. See MyFord Touch™for more information.
ABC
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