2015 FORD TRANSIT automatic transmission

Lighting
General Information.....................................66
Lighting C
ontrol..............................................66
Autolamps........................................................67
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................
68
Daytime Running Lamps............................
68
Direction Indicators.......................................
69
Interior Lamps.................................................69
W

indows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................
70
Exterior Mirrors..................................................71
Interior Mirror.....................................................71
Rear Quarter Windows
.................................72
Instrument Cluster
Gauges................................................................73
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................75
Audible Warnings and Indicators
..............77
Information Displays
General Information
......................................79
Trip Computer.................................................
82
Personalized Settings..................................
83
Information Messages.................................84
Climate Control
Principle of Operation..................................89
Air Vents............................................................89
Manual Climate Control..............................90
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................91
Rear Passenger Climate Controls............93
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................93
S

eats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................95
Head Restraints..............................................95
Manual Seats...................................................
97 Power Seats.....................................................98
R

ear Seats........................................................
99
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................103
Cigar Lighter
...................................................104
Storage Compartments
Cup Holders....................................................105
Ov

erhead Console.......................................
105
Bottle Holder..................................................
105
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information....................................106
Ignition Switch..............................................106
Starting a Gasoline Engine
.......................106
Starting a Diesel Engine.............................107
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................108
Switching Off the Engine
..........................109
Engine Block Heater....................................109
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.........................................111
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................112
Fuel Quality - Diesel
......................................113
Running Out of Fuel......................................115
Catalytic Converter.......................................116
Selective Catalytic Reduction System...........................................................117
Refueling..........................................................120
Fuel Consumption........................................122
Emission Control System...........................122
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
............................133
Brakes
General Information.....................................137
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Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L.........................204
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.7L..........................204
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.2L Power Stroke
Diesel...........................................................204
Engine Oil Check..........................................204
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter.............................................................205
Engine Coolant Check
...............................206
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................209
Brake Fluid Check.........................................210
P

ower Steering Fluid Check.....................210
Washer Fluid Check.....................................210
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap........210
Fuel Filter - Gasoline....................................212
Changing the 12V Ba

ttery
..........................213
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................215
Changing the Wiper Blades......................
215
Adjusting the Headlamps
..........................215
Removing a Headlamp...............................216
Changing a Bulb
............................................217
Bulb Specification Chart............................221
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.5L.....223
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.7L......224
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel................................225
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products........................................227
Cleaning the Exterior...................................227
W

axing.............................................................228
Cleaning the Engine....................................228
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................229
Cleaning the Interior...................................229
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.......................229
R

epairing Minor Paint Damage..............230
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................230
Vehicle Storage..............................................231 Wheels and Tires
General Information...................................
233
Tire Care..........................................................234
Using W

inter Tires.......................................250
Using S

now Chains......................................251
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............251
Changing a Road Wheel...........................256
T

echnical Specifications
...........................264
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications - 3.5L....................265
Engine Specifications - 3.7L....................265
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel.............................................
266
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L..............................267
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L..............................268
Mot

orcraft Parts -
3.2L Power Stroke
Diesel...........................................................269
Vehicle Identification Number
................270
Vehicle Certification Label
.......................270
Transmission Code Designation
..............271
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L......271
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L.....274
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel................................278
A

udio System
General Information...................................282
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......283
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD.........................................................286
A

udio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ S

YNC............................................................288
Audio Unit -
Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC/Satellite Radio............................290
Digital Radio..................................................292
S

atellite Radio..............................................294
Audio Input Jack...........................................297
USB Port..........................................................297
Media Hub......................................................298
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Low Fuel Level
If it illuminates when you are
driving, refuel as soon as
possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning It will illuminate if the tire
pressure in one or more tires is
below the correct pressure. See
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 251).
Message Center Warning It will illuminate when a new
message is stored in the
information display. It will be red
or amber in color depending on the severity
of the message and will remain on until the
cause of the message has been rectified.
See
Information Messages (page 84).
Oil Pressure WARNING
If it illuminates when you are driving
do not continue your journey, even if
the oil level is correct. Have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer. If it stays on after starting the
engine or illuminates when you
are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as
it is safe to do so and switch the engine off.
Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil
Check
(page 204).
Park Lamp It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamp low beam or the
side and tail lamps on. Safety Belt Minder It will illuminate and a chime will
sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt. See
Safety
Belt Minder (page 31).
Stability Control It will illuminate for a short
period of time when you switch
the ignition on. If it illuminates
when you are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. During a malfunction, the
system turns off. Have your vehicle
checked by an authorized dealer as soon
as possible.
Note: While driving, it flashes when the
system is operating.
Transmission Tow/Haul It will illuminate when you switch
the system on. See
Automatic
Transmission (page 133).
If the warning lamp flashes continuously,
this indicates a malfunction and damage
to the transmission could occur. Have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Airbag Secondary Warning
Sounds when there is a fault with the
airbag system and the airbag warning
lamp.
Door Ajar
Sounds when a door is not fully closed and
your vehicle is moving.
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When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases, this helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:
You can only operate the starter for
a limited period of time, for example 10
seconds. The number of start attempts is
limited to approximately six. If you exceed
this limit, the system will not allow you to
try again until a period of time has elapsed,
for example 30 minutes.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition key to position II to
switch the ignition on.
3. Turn the ignition key to position
III to
start your vehicle. Release the key
when the engine starts.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Engine Idle Speed after Starting
The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting will adjust
automatically to minimize vehicle
emissions and maximize cabin comfort
and fuel economy.
The idle speed will vary depending on
certain factors. These include vehicle
component and ambient temperatures as
well as electrical and climate system
demands.
Cold or Hot Engine
If the engine does not start within 10
seconds, wait for a short period and try
again.
If the engine does not start after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow the
flooded engine procedure.
If you have difficulty starting the engine
when the temperature is below -13°F
(-25°C), press the accelerator pedal to the
mid-way point of its travel and try again. Flooded Engine
1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position
P.
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Note: If the engine does not start, repeat
the cold or hot engine procedure.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE WARNINGS
Do not use starting fluid, for example
ether, in the air intake system (see
air filter decal). Starting fluids could
cause immediate explosive damage to the
engine. Failure to follow this warning could
result in fire, serious personal injury or
death. Do not add gasoline, gasohol, alcohol
or Kerosene to diesel fuel. This action
creates a serious fire hazard and will
result in poor engine performance. Engine
damage caused by the use of incorrect fuel
is not covered by the vehicle warranty. Note:
Avoid shutting the engine down after
an extensive idling period. Drive your vehicle
for several miles with the engine at normal
operating temperatures under a moderate
load.
Engine Glow Plugs The powertrain control and glow plug
control modules operate the glow plug
system. When you switch the ignition on
the glow plug control module immediately
energizes the glow plugs. The glow plug
control module using the engine coolant
temperature, barometric pressure sensor
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure you shift the gearshift
lever to park (P). Switch the ignition
off and remove the key whenever you leave
your vehicle. Do not apply the brake pedal and
accelerator pedal simultaneously.
Applying both pedals simultaneously
for more than three seconds will limit
engine rpm, which may result in difficulty
maintaining speed in traffic and could lead
to serious injury. Understanding the Gearshift Lever
Positions of the Automatic
Transmission
Tow/Haul button
T/H
ParkP
Reverse
R
Neutral
N
Drive
D
Manual shifting
M Manual upshift
+
Manual downshift
-
Tow/Haul (T/H) (If Equipped)
Tow/Haul delays transmission upshift to
reduce the frequency of transmission
shifting.
The system provides engine braking in all
forward gears when the gearshift lever is
in drive (D). Engine braking helps you to
slow and control your vehicle when
descending a grade.
Depending on trailer load and driving
conditions, the transmission may
downshift when descending a grade.
Downshifting will depend on the amount
of vehicle braking applied.
Switching Tow/Haul On and Off To switch tow/haul on, press the
T/H button. The tow haul
indicator lamp will illuminate in
the instrument cluster.
1. Shift the gearshift lever to drive (D).
2. Press the button. The instrument cluster will display the indicator lamp.
3. Press the button again to switch the system off. The transmission will return
to normal drive (D) mode.
Park (P) WARNINGS
Do not shift the gearshift lever to
park (P) when your vehicle is moving.
This can cause damage to the
transmission not covered by the vehicle
warranty, and can result in a crash or
serious injury.
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WARNINGS
Apply the parking brake, shift the
gearshift lever to park (P) and switch
the ignition off before leaving your
vehicle. Make sure that the gearshift lever
fully latches into position. When the gearshift lever is in this position,
it will lock the transmission. The engine
does not transmit power to the driven
wheels. You can start the engine with the
gearshift lever in this position.
Note:
A warning tone will sound if you open
the driver door and you have not shifted the
gearshift lever to park (P).
Reverse (R) WARNINGS
Do not shift the gearshift lever to
reverse (R) when your vehicle is
moving. This can cause damage to
the transmission not covered by the vehicle
warranty, and can result in a crash or
serious injury. Always come to a complete stop
before shifting the gearshift lever out
of reverse (R).
Shift the gearshift lever to reverse (R) to
allow your vehicle to move backward.
Neutral (N)
When the gearshift lever is in this position,
the transmission does not lock. The engine
does not transmit power to the driven
wheels. You can start the engine with the
gearshift lever in this position.
Drive (D)
Shift the gearshift lever to drive (D) to
allow your vehicle to move forward and
shift automatically through the forward
gears. The transmission shifts to the appropriate
gear for optimum performance based on
ambient temperature, road gradient,
vehicle load and your input.
Note:
A shift will occur only when your
vehicle speed and the engine speed are
appropriate.
Note: You can temporarily override the
selected gear by pressing the + or - buttons
on the side of the gearshift lever.
Manual (M) WARNING
Do not hold the + or - buttons
permanently in. Shift the gearshift lever to manual (M) to
allow your vehicle to move forward and
allow you to shift manually through the
forward gears. Press the
+ or - buttons on
the side of the gearshift lever to shift
manually through the forward gears. The
instrument cluster will display the selected
gear, and a shift indicator arrow to assist
optimum shifting.
• Press the
+ button to upshift.
• Press the
- button to downshift.
You can skip gears by pressing a button
repeatedly at short intervals.
Upshift at the recommended shift
speeds according to the following
chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recom-
mended for best fuel economy)
Vehicle speed mph( km/h):
Upshift from:
15 (24)
1 - 2
25 (40)
2 - 3
40 (64)
3 - 4
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Upshifts when accelerating (recom-
mended for best fuel economy)
Vehicle speed mph( km/h):
Upshift from:
45 (72)
4 - 5
50 (80)
5 - 6
Note: Engine damage may occur if you
maintain an excessive engine speed without
shifting.
Hints on Driving with an Automatic
Transmission WARNING
Do not idle the engine for long
periods in drive (D) with the brakes
applied.
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
1. Start the engine.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Shift the gearshift lever to drive (D),
reverse (R) or manual (M).
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Release the brake pedal and press the
accelerator pedal.
Stopping Your Vehicle
1. Release the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the gearshift lever to neutral (N) or park (P).
4. Switch the ignition off. If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, shift
between drive (D) and reverse (R) pressing
lightly on the accelerator pedal in each
gear. Stop between shifts in a steady
pattern to rock your vehicle.
Note:
Do not rock your vehicle if the engine
is not at normal operating temperature,
damage to the transmission may occur.
Note: Do not rock your vehicle for more
than a minute, damage to the transmission
or tires may occur and the engine may
overheat.
Brake-Shift Interlock WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the brake lamps are
working.
This procedure requires you to shift
the gearshift lever out of park (P)
causing your vehicle to roll. Make
sure you fully set the parking brake before
attempting to shift the gearshift lever out
of park (P). If you release the parking brake and
the brake warning lamp remains
illuminated, the brakes may not be
working correctly. The system has
detected a fault that requires service. Your vehicle has a brake-shift interlock
feature. This prevents you from shifting the
gearshift lever from the park (P) position,
unless the brake pedal is pressed.
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
or if the vehicle battery has run out of
charge, use the following procedure to shift
the gearshift lever from the park (P)
position.
1.
Apply the parking brake and switch the
ignition off.
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USING STABILITY CONTROL
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability
Control
™ (RSC®)
The system automatically activates when
you start your vehicle. The AdvanceTrac
with RSC system cannot be completely
turned off, but the electronic stability
control and roll stability control portions
of the system are disabled when the
transmission is in position R. You can turn
off the traction control portion of the
system independently. See Using
Traction Control (page 139).
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