2016 FORD FOCUS Trailer

You can tow your vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground or with the front
wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly.
If you are using a tow dolly, follow the
instructions specified by the equipment
provider. If you tow your vehicle with all
wheels on the ground, follow these
instructions:
1. Tow only with your vehicle in the
forward direction. Release the parking
brake.
2. Place the transmission in neutral.
Note: The maximum towing speed is
70 mph (112 km/h).
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - 1.0L
ECOBOOST™, AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
Emergency Towing WARNING
If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being
towed. You can flat-tow (all wheels on the
ground, regardless of the powertrain and
transmission configuration) your disabled
vehicle (without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
vehicle) under the following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so you
tow it in a forward direction.
• You place the transmission in neutral
(N). If you cannot place the
transmission in neutral (N), you may
need to override it. See Transmission
(page
137).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km). Recreational Towing WARNING
Your vehicle is not approved for
recreational towing with all four
wheels on the ground.
Note:
Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle.
Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example
of recreational towing would be towing
your vehicle behind a motorhome. These
guidelines are designed to ensure that your
transmission is not damaged.
Your vehicle can be towed with the front
wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly.
If you are using a tow dolly follow the
instructions specified by the equipment
provider.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS - 2.0L,
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Emergency Towing WARNING
If your vehicle has a steering wheel
lock make sure the ignition is in the
accessory or on position when being
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You can flat-tow (all wheels on the
ground, regardless of the powertrain and
transmission configuration) your disabled
vehicle (without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
vehicle) under the following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so you
tow it in a forward direction.
• You place the transmission in neutral
(N). If you cannot place the
transmission in neutral (N), you may
need to override it. See Transmission
(page 137).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km).
Recreational Towing
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note: Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 103).
Note: There must be battery power to move
the transmission's internal components to
neutral (N) properly in Step 3. In addition,
moving the gearshift to the neutral (N)
position without first switching the ignition
to the on position limits the towing
capability to
35 mph (56 km/h) and 50 mi
(80 km).
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Switch the ignition to the on position.
3. Press the brake pedal, and then move the gearshift to the neutral (N)
position.
4. Wait for a message in the information and entertainment display indicating
that the transmission is ready, and then
switch off the ignition and release the
brake pedal.
5. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. See
Changing the
12V Battery (page 220). Note:
The anti-theft system does not work
until you reconnect the battery cable.
Note: The maximum towing speed is
70 mph (112 km/h)
.
Note: There is no limit on towing distance.
After towing, start the engine within 15
minutes of reconnecting the battery cable.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 220).
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note: Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 103).
Note: There must be battery power to move
the transmission's internal components to
neutral (N) properly in Step 3. In addition,
moving the gearshift to the neutral (N)
position without first switching the ignition
to the on position limits the towing
capability to
35 mph (56 km/h) and 50 mi
(80 km).
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Switch on the ignition by pressing the keyless start button, but do not apply
the brake pedal.
3. Press the brake pedal, and then move the gearshift to the neutral (N)
position. Release the brake pedal.
4. Wait for a message indicating that the transmission is ready in the information
and entertainment display, and then
switch off the ignition by pressing the
keyless start button.
5. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. You need the door
key to lock and unlock doors when the
battery cable is disconnected. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 220).
Note: The anti-theft system does not work
until you reconnect the battery cable.
Note: The maximum towing speed is
70 mph (112 km/h)
.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. The service is available:
•
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare, if
provided with the vehicle (except
vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 5 gal
(18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
delivery service to two no-charge
occurrences within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within
100 ft
(30.5 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries.
• Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within
35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than
35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of
35 mi (56 km).
Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
vehicle requires service at the nearest
authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
operational but the trailer is not, then the
trailer does not qualify for any roadside
services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States Ford vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States Ford vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of
Canada, Limited offers a complimentary
roadside assistance program. This program
is eligible within Canada or the continental
United States.
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1.
T-type mini-spare: This spare tire
begins with the letter T for tire size and
may have Temporary Use Only molded in
the sidewall.
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label
on wheel:
This spare tire has a label on
the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY
When driving with one of the dissimilar
spare tires listed above, do not:
• Exceed
50 mph (80 km/h).
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location can
lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.
3. Full-size dissimilar spare without
label on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed
70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time. •
Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent the vehicle from
moving or slipping off the jack, even if the
transmission is in park (P) or neutral (N). To help prevent the vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure to place the transmission in park
(P), set the parking brake and block (in
both directions) the wheel that is
diagonally opposite (other side and end of
the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
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Information Messages.................................95
Airbag....................................................................... 95
Alarm........................................................................\
95
Automatic Engine Shutdown ......................... 96
Battery and Charging System......................... 96
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 96
Doors........................................................................\
. 97
Engine....................................................................... 97
Hill Start Assist..................................................... 98
Keyless Vehicle..................................................... 98
Lane Keeping Aid................................................. 98
Lighting.................................................................... 99
Maintenance.......................................................... 99
Message Indicator................................................ 95
MyKey....................................................................... 99
Occupant Protection........................................ 100
Park Aid.................................................................. 100
Park Brake............................................................. 100
Power Steering..................................................... 101
Starting System .................................................. 101
Start-Stop.............................................................. 101
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................. 102
Traction Control.................................................. 102
Transmission........................................................ 102
Installing Child Restraints
............................16
Child Seats............................................................... 16
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................. 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster
........................................86
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................76
Interior Lamps.................................................79
Front Interior Lamps (If Equipped)...............79
Interior Luggage Compartment Release - 4-Door
..........................................................64
Interior Mirror...................................................84
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................191 Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 191
Jump Starting....................................................... 192
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 191
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 192K
Keyless Entry
....................................................63
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 63
Keyless Starting.............................................118 Failure to Start...................................................... 119
Fast Restart.......................................................... 120
Starting Your Vehicle.......................................... 119
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving............................................................... 120
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 120
Switching the Ignition On to Accessory Mode.................................................................... 119
Keys and Remote Controls.........................45
L
Lane Keeping System.................................162 Switching the System On and Off...............163
Lighting Control
...............................................74
Headlamp Flasher................................................ 75
High Beams............................................................. 74
Lighting...............................................................74 General Information............................................ 74
Load Carrying
..................................................174
Load Limit........................................................174
Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer.................................................................. 174
Locking and Unlocking
.................................58
Activating Intelligent Access............................ 59
Autolock Feature................................................... 61
Autounlock Feature.............................................. 61
Battery Saver......................................................... 62
Disabled Intelligent Access Keys................... 60
Enabling or Disabling Autolock and Autounlock......................................................... 61
Illuminated Entry................................................... 61
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 62
Opening the Liftgate or Luggage Compartment................................................... 62
Power Door Locks................................................ 58
Remote Control.................................................... 58
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter........................................................ 60
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys...................................................................... 60
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Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime...............................................................32
Conditions of operation..................................... 32
Seats..................................................................110
Security..............................................................66
Side Airbags.....................................................40
Sitting in the Correct Position...................110
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 256
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance...............................................342
Exceptions............................................................ 343
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 159
Stability Control
............................................148
Principle of Operation....................................... 148
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch............................................ 118
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................121 Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 122
Failure to Start..................................................... 122
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................124
Important Ventilating Information...............124
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 123
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 123
Vehicles with an Ignition Key........................... 121
Vehicles with Keyless Start.............................. 121
Starting and Stopping the Engine...........118 General Information........................................... 118
Steering.............................................................172 Electric Power Steering..................................... 172
Steering Wheel
...............................................69
Storage Compartments..............................117
Sunroof See: Moonroof....................................................... 84
Sun Visors
.........................................................84
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 84
Supplementary Restraints System.........36 Principle of Operation........................................ 36
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7 SYNC™ Applications and Services
.......310
911 Assist................................................................ 310
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 312
SYNC™...........................................................294 General Information......................................... 294
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
..........................324
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate........................................... 62
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............265
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................196
Tire Care
...........................................................241
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 243
Important Information for 235/40R18 Low-Profile Tires and Wheels................... 241
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 241
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 244
Temperature A B C............................................ 242
Traction AA A B C............................................... 242
Treadwear............................................................. 242
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........257 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 258
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 258
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 241
Towing a Trailer.............................................182
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 1.0L EcoBoost™, Automatic
Transmission...............................................183
Emergency Towing............................................. 183
Recreational Towing.......................................... 183
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 2.0L, Automatic Transmission
..............183
Emergency Towing............................................. 183
Recreational Towing......................................... 184
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - Manual Transmission...............................182
Recreational Towing.......................................... 182
Towing
..............................................................182
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