
Pregnant women should always wear theirsafety belt. The lap belt portion of acombination lap and shoulder belt shouldbe positioned low across the hips belowthe belly and worn as tight as comfort willallow. The shoulder belt should bepositioned to cross the middle of theshoulder and the center of the chest.
Safety Belt Locking Modes
WARNINGS
After any vehicle crash, the safetybelt system at all passenger seatingpositions must be checked by anauthorized dealer to verify that theautomatic locking retractor feature forchild seats is still functioning properly. Inaddition, all safety belts should be checkedfor proper function.
Belt and retractor assembly must bereplaced if the safety belt assemblyautomatic locking retractor featureor any other safety belt function is notoperating properly when checked by anauthorized dealer. Failure to replace thebelt and retractor assembly could increasethe risk of injury in crashes.
All safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. Thedriver safety belt has the first type oflocking mode, and the front outboardpassenger and rear seat safety belts haveboth types of locking modes described asfollows:
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
This is the normal retractor mode, whichallows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movements andlocking in response to vehicle movement.For example, if the driver brakes suddenlyor turns a corner sharply, or the vehiclereceives an impact of about 5 mph(8 km/h) or more, the combination safetybelts will lock to help reduce forwardmovement of the driver and passengers.
In addition, the retractor is designed to lockif the webbing is pulled out too quickly. Ifthis occurs, let the belt retract slightly andpull webbing out again in a slow andcontrolled manner.
Automatic Locking Mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt isautomatically pre-locked. The belt will stillretract to remove any slack in the shoulderbelt. The automatic locking mode is notavailable on the driver safety belt.
When to Use the Automatic LockingMode
This mode should be used any time a childsafety seat, except a booster, is installedin passenger front or rear seating positions.Children 12 years old and under should beproperly restrained in a rear seatingposition whenever possible. See ChildSafety (page 15).
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Closing the Liftgate
A handle is located inside the liftgate tohelp with closing.
POWER LIFTGATE (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
It is extremely dangerous to ride in acargo area, inside or outside of avehicle. In a crash, people riding inthese areas are more likely to be seriouslyinjured or killed. Do not allow people to ridein any area of your vehicle that is notequipped with seats and seatbelts. Makesure everyone in your vehicle is in a seatand properly using a seatbelt. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury or death.
Make sure to close and latch theliftgate to prevent drawing exhaustfumes into your vehicle. This will alsoprevent passengers and cargo from fallingout. If you must drive with the liftgate open,keep the vents or windows open so outsideair comes into your vehicle. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
Keep keys out of reach of children.Do not allow children to operate orplay near an open or moving powerliftgate. You should supervise theoperation of the power liftgate at all times.
Note:Make sure that you close the liftgatebefore operating or moving your vehicle,especially in an enclosure, like a garage ora parking structure. This could damage theliftgate and its components.
Note: Do not hang anything, for examplea bike rack, from the glass or liftgate. Thiscould damage the liftgate and itscomponents.
The liftgate only operates with thetransmission in park (P).
If there is a problem with the open or closerequest, a tone will sound for one of thefollowing reasons:
•The ignition is on and the transmissionis not in park (P).
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
•The liftgate is not fully closed and yourvehicle speed is at or above 3 mph(5 km/h).
If the liftgate starts to close after it hasfully opened, this indicates there may beexcessive weight on the liftgate or apossible gas strut failure. A repetitive tonesounds and the liftgate closes undercontrol. Remove any excessive weight fromthe liftgate. If the liftgate continues toclose after opening, have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
Opening and Closing the Liftgate
WARNING
Make sure all persons are clear of thepower liftgate area before using thepower liftgate control.
Note: Be careful when opening or closingthe liftgate in a garage or other enclosedarea to avoid damaging the liftgate.
Note: Do not leave the liftgate open whiledriving. This could damage the liftgate andits components.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNINGS
Do not leave children unattended inyour vehicle and do not let them playwith the power windows. They mayseriously injure themselves.
When closing the power windows,you should verify they are free ofobstructions and make sure thatchildren and pets are not in the proximityof the window openings.
Note:You may hear a pulsing noise whenjust one of the windows is open. Lower theopposite window slightly to reduce thisnoise.
Press the switch to open the window.
Lift the switch to close the window.
One-Touch Down
Press the switch fully and release it. Pressagain or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Up
Lift the switch fully and release it. Press orlift it again to stop the window.
Window Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock the rearwindow controls. It illuminates when youlock the rear window controls.
Bounce-Back (If Equipped)
The window will stop automatically whileclosing. It will reverse some distance ifthere is an obstacle in the way.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING
When you override the bounce-backfeature the window will not reverseif it detects an obstacle. Take carewhen closing the windows to avoidpersonal injury or damage to your vehicle.
Proceed as follows to override thisprotection feature when there is aresistance, for example in winter:
1.Close the window twice until it reachesthe point of resistance and let itreverse.
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CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosivegases which can cause personalinjury. Therefore, do not allowflames, sparks or lighted substances tocome near the battery. When working nearthe battery, always shield your face andprotect your eyes. Always provide correctventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery,excessive pressure on the end wallscould cause acid to flow through thevent caps, resulting in personal injury anddamage to the vehicle or battery. Lift thebattery with a battery carrier or with yourhands on opposite corners.
Keep batteries out of reach ofchildren. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes orclothing. Shield your eyes when workingnear the battery to protect against possiblesplashing of acid solution. In case of acidcontact with skin or eyes, flushimmediately with water for a minimum of15 minutes and get prompt medicalattention. If acid is swallowed, call aphysician immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and leadcompounds. Wash hands afterhandling.
Your vehicle has a Motorcraft®maintenance-free battery which normallydoes not require additional water duringits life of service.
Note:If your vehicle's battery has a coveror shield, make sure it is reinstalled after thebattery has been cleaned or replaced.
Note:See an authorized dealer for lowvoltage battery access, testing, orreplacement.
When a low voltage battery replacementis necessary, see an authorized dealer toreplace the low voltage battery with a Fordrecommended replacement low voltagebattery that matches the electricalrequirements of the vehicle.
To ensure proper operation of the batterymanagement system (BMS), do not allowa technician to connect any electricaldevice ground connection directly to thelow voltage battery negative post. Aconnection at the low voltage batterynegative post can cause inaccuratemeasurements of the battery conditionand potential incorrect system operation.
Note:If a person adds electrical orelectronic accessories or components to thevehicle, the accessories or components mayadversely affect the low voltage batteryperformance and durability and may alsoaffect the performance of other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep thetop of the battery clean and dry. Also,make certain the battery cables are alwaystightly fastened to the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery orterminals, remove the cables from theterminals and clean with a wire brush. Youcan neutralize the acid with a solution ofbaking soda and water.
When a battery replacement is required,the battery should only be replaced witha Ford recommended replacement batterythat matches the electrical requirementsof the vehicle.
Because your vehicle’s engine iselectronically-controlled by a computer,some engine control settings aremaintained by power from the low voltagebattery. Some engine computer settings,like the idle trim and fuel trim strategy,optimize the driveability and performanceof the engine. Some other computersettings, like the clock and radio station
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4. On the wall or screen you will observea flat zone of high intensity lightlocated at the top of the right handportion of the beam pattern. If the topedge of the high intensity light zone isnot at the horizontal reference line, theheadlamp will need to be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on eachheadlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise or counterclockwise in orderto aim the headlamp. The horizontaledge of the brighter light should touchthe horizontal reference line.
6.Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for thisvehicle and is non-adjustable.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1.Switch all of the lamps and the ignitionoff.
2. Remove the screws that secure thelamp assembly.
3. Pull the headlamp toward the front ofyour vehicle to disengage it from itslocating points and then lift theheadlamp up.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
CHANGING A BULB
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
WARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulbcarefully and keep out of children’sreach. Grasp the bulb by only itsplastic base and do not touch the glass.The oil from your hand could cause thebulb to break the next time the headlampsare operated.
Note:If the bulb is accidentally touched, itshould be cleaned with rubbing alcoholbefore being used.
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Capacities and Specifications...............280Specifications.....................................................280Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................241Center Console..............................................128Changing a Bulb...........................................232Replacing Fog, Park and Direction IndicatorBulbs..................................................................234Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................232Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb...........236Replacing Reverse Lamp and Tail LampBulbs..................................................................235Replacing Tail, Brake and DirectionIndicator Bulbs...............................................234Replacing the Center High Mounted BrakeLamp Bulbs.....................................................236Changing a Fuse............................................217Fuses........................................................................217Changing the 12V Battery.........................228Changing the Engine Air Filter................238Air Cleaner Assembly Components...........238Installing the Engine Air FilterElement............................................................240Removing the Engine Air FilterElement............................................................239Changing the Wiper Blades.....................229Changing the Rear Window WiperBlade.................................................................230Changing the Windshield WiperBlades...............................................................230Service Position..................................................229Charging the High Voltage Battery........155Charge Port...........................................................158Charging.................................................................158Charging Equipment.........................................155Disconnecting the Charging Coupler..........160Locking the Charging Coupler.......................159Waiting to Charge...............................................159Checking MyKey System Status...............54MyKey Distance....................................................54Number of Admin Keys......................................54Number of MyKeys..............................................54Checking the Wiper Blades......................229Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................33Child Restraint Positioning.........................24Child Safety.......................................................15General Information.............................................15
Child Safety Locks..........................................25Left-Hand Side......................................................26Right-Hand Side...................................................26Cleaning Leather Seats.............................245Cleaning Products........................................241Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................245Cleaning the Engine....................................243Cleaning the Exterior...................................241Exterior Chrome Parts......................................242Exterior Plastic Parts........................................242Stripes or Graphics............................................242Underbody............................................................242Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................244Cleaning the Interior...................................244Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................243Clearing All MyKeys.......................................52Climate Control............................................108Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............199Guidance for Ford Motor Company Electricand Hybrid-Electric Vehicles EquippedWith High Voltage Batteries......................199Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................223Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42Creating a MyKey............................................52Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................52Cruise Control.................................................68Principle of Operation.......................................179Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................179Customer Assistance.................................202
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps..............................77Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................77Type 2 - Configurable..........................................77Digital Radio...................................................291HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................292Direction Indicators........................................78
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Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36Children and Airbags..........................................36Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................36Driver Knee Airbag.........................................40Driving Aids......................................................181Driving Hints...................................................192Driving Through Water................................193DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps..........................77
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Economical Driving......................................192EcoSelect.........................................................142Emission Control System..........................150On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....................151Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing....................................................152End User License Agreement.................366VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ................................366Engine Block Heater.....................................132Using the Engine Block Heater......................133Engine Coolant Check................................223Adding Coolant...................................................224Adding Engine Coolant....................................225Adding Inverter System ControllerCoolant.............................................................225Checking the Engine Coolant........................223Checking the Inverter System ControllerCoolant.............................................................224Engine Coolant and Inverter SystemController Coolant........................................223Recycled Engine Coolant................................225Severe Climates..................................................225What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling..............................................................226Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................65Engine Oil Check..........................................222Adding Engine Oil...............................................222Low Engine Use..................................................223Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................222Engine Specifications.................................276Environment......................................................14Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options..................................13Extended Service Plan (ESP).................346EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADAONLY)................................................................347EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (U.S.Only)..................................................................346Exterior Mirrors.................................................81Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................82Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................82Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................82Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................81Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................82
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28Safety Belt Extension Assembly....................30Safety Belt Locking Modes...............................29Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........28Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................249Floor Mats.......................................................194Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................77Ford Credit..........................................................11(U.S. Only).................................................................11Front Fog Lamps.............................................77Front Parking Aid............................................171Front Passenger Sensing System.............37Fuel and Refueling.......................................143Fuel Consumption.......................................150Calculating Fuel Economy..............................150Filling the Tank....................................................150Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................145Fuel Filter.........................................................227Fuel Quality....................................................144Choosing the Right Fuel...................................144Fuel Freshness Mode........................................144Fuel Shutoff...................................................196Fuses................................................................209Fuse Specification Chart..........................209Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel............214Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........212Power Distribution Box...................................209Pre-Fuse Box.......................................................209
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Information Messages.................................101AdvanceTrac®.....................................................102Alarm.......................................................................102Battery and Charging System (HighVoltage)............................................................102Doors.......................................................................103Fuel..........................................................................103Hill Start Assist....................................................103Keys and Intelligent Access............................104Maintenance........................................................105MyKey.....................................................................105Park Aid..................................................................106Park Brake.............................................................106Power Steering....................................................107Remote Start........................................................107Tire Pressure Monitoring System..................107Transmission........................................................107Installing Child Restraints............................16Child Seats...............................................................16Using Lap and Shoulder Belts..........................17Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren (LATCH)............................................19Using Tether Straps..............................................21Instrument Cluster........................................85Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................76Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps......................76Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............76Interior Lamps.................................................78Front Interior Lamp..............................................78Front Interior Lamp - With PanoramaRoof......................................................................78Rear Interior Lamp...............................................79Interior Mirror...................................................83Auto-Dimming Mirror..........................................83Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................197Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................197Jump Starting......................................................198Preparing Your Vehicle......................................197Removing the Jumper Cables........................198
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Keyless Starting............................................129Ignition Modes.....................................................130
Keys and Remote Controls.........................44
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Lighting Control...............................................74Headlamp Flasher................................................75High Beams.............................................................74Lighting...............................................................74General Information............................................74Load Carrying.................................................182Load Limit.......................................................183Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer..................................................................183Locking and Unlocking.................................56Activating Intelligent Access ...........................57Autolock..................................................................59Battery Saver.........................................................60Illuminated Entry..................................................59Illuminated Exit.....................................................59Mechanical Key.....................................................57Opening a Rear Door from Inside...................57Power Door Locks................................................56Remote Control....................................................56Smart Unlocks For Integrated KeyheadTransmitter........................................................58Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys................................................................................58Locks...................................................................56Luggage Covers.............................................182Removing the Shade.........................................182
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Maintenance..................................................218General Information..........................................218Manual Liftgate..............................................60Closing the Liftgate..............................................61Opening the Liftgate..........................................60Manual Seats..................................................115Adjusting the Height of the Driver'sSeat......................................................................116Lumbar Adjustment (If Equipped)................117Moving the Seat Backward andForward..............................................................116Recline Adjustment............................................116Media Hub......................................................296Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................93
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