SYMBOL GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake
systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether
anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive
gasFan warning
Fasten
safety beltFront airbagFront fog
lamps
Fuel pump
resetFuse
compartmentHazard
warning
flasher
Heated rear
windowInterior
luggage
compartment
releaseJack
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Engine Coolant TemperatureIlluminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop
the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let
cool.
Engine Oil If it illuminates with the engine running or 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.
Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level
being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Fasten Safety belt
It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt.
Front Airbag If it fails to illuminate on startup, continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your
authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a
malfunction in the indicator light.
High Beam
It will illuminate when the headlamp high beam is switched on.
It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.
Hill descent (if equipped) Illuminates when hill descent is switched on.
Liftgate ajar It will illuminate when the ignition is on and liftgate is not
completely closed.
Low Fuel Level It will illuminate when the fuel level is low or near empty.
Refuel as soon as possible.
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Scroll up/down to highlight one of the categories, then press the right
arrow key orOKto enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as
needed to exit back to the main menu.
Display Mode
Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following display options.
Display Mode
Digital tachometer and fuel level gauge
Digital tachometer, fuel level gauge and engine coolant temperature
gauge
Gauge Detail (Oil pressure, Oil temperature and Transmission
temperature)
Engine Hours (Engine hours and Engine idle hours)
Oil Life
Distance to Empty
Digital Speedometer — Press OKto change the currently units
displayed
Trip/Fuel
Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following trip and fuel
options.
Note: Press and hold OKto reset the currently displayed information.
Trip/Fuel
Trip1orTrip2
Fuel Economy
Fuel History
• Fuel Economy - Shows your instantaneous fuel usage as a bar graph
and average mpg.
• Fuel History - Shows your fuel usage based on time. The graph is
updated each minute with the fuel economy that you achieved during
30 minutes of driving.
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Keys and Intelligent AccessMessages Action / Description
Press Brake to Start Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed without the
brake pedal being applied. This is
a reminder that the brake pedal
must be applied when the
start/stop button is pressed in
order to start the engine.
Restart Now or Key is Needed Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed to shut off the
engine and a Intelligent Access
Key is not detected inside the
vehicle.
Accessory Power Active Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.
Starting System Fault This message is displayed when there is a problem with your
vehicle’s starting system. See your
authorized dealer for service.
Maintenance Messages Action / Description
LOW Engine Oil Pressure Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine.
Check the oil level. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on
with your engine running, contact
your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Change Engine Oil Soon Displayed when the engine oil life
remaining is 10% or less.
Oil Change Required Displayed when the oil life left
reaches 0%.
Engine Coolant Overtemperature Displayed when the engine coolant temperature is excessively high.
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Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or personal injury.
WARNING: Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
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 A/C
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following for safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory or Canadian Standards Association. This
extension cord must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors; it 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 the
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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If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer decrease the
coolant concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40% will provide improved overheat
protection. Engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the
corrosion/freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and
may cause engine damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use
prediluted engine coolant for optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The fail-safe distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and
terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the engine coolant temperature gauge
will move to the red (hot) area and: The coolant temperature warning light will illuminate.
The service engine soon indicator will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be restarted. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
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Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contains contaminates that may cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle with the climate
controls set to defrost until it reaches normal operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
• Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 meters) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....328
Cargo management system ......220
CD ..............................................343
CD player ..........................341, 377
CD voice commands .................377
Cell phone use ............................14
Changing a tire .........................318
Changing the air filter ..............277
Child safety seatsautomatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................37
LATCH .......................................22
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................30
Cleaning the touchscreen ........356
Cleaning your vehicle ...............284 engine compartment ..............286
instrument panel ....................289
interior .............................288–289
plastic parts ............................285
washing ....................................284
waxing .....................................286
wheels ......................................291
wiper blades ............................287
Climate voice commands .........417
Clock ..........................................403
Console overhead ......................96–97, 155
Controls power seat ...............................131
Coolant ......................................267 checking and adding ..............267
refill capacities ........................328
specifications ..........................328
Cross Traffic Alert ....................205 Cruise control ...........................203
Customer Assistance ................241
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................338
Getting roadside assistance ...241
Getting the service you
need .........................................247
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................253
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................251
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................89
Defrost .......................................122 rear window ............................126
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................271
engine oil .................................266
Display settings .........................404
Driving under special
conditions ..................178, 182, 184 sand .........................................183
snow and ice ...........................185
through water .................183, 238
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................122
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Electronic stability control ......192
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................244
running out of fuel .................164
Emission control system ..........169
End user license agreement ....431
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