With the Remote Control
Press the button twice withinthree seconds.
With the Outside Control Button
Opening the Liftgate
1. Unlock the liftgate with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control.If an intelligent access key is within 3 ft(1 m) of the liftgate, the liftgate unlockswhen you press the liftgate releasebutton.
2.Press the control button located in thetop of the liftgate pull-cup handle.
Note:Allow the power system to open theliftgate. Manually pushing or pulling theliftgate may activate the system’s obstacledetection feature and stop the poweroperation or reverse its direction. Manuallyinterfering with the liftgate motion may alsoreplicate a strut failure.
Closing the Liftgate
WARNING
Keep clear of the liftgate whenactivating the rear switch.
Press and release the liftgate controlbutton.
Stopping the Liftgate Movement
Note:Do not apply sudden excessive forceto the liftgate while it is in motion. Thiscould damage the power liftgate and itscomponents.
You can stop the liftgate movement bydoing any of the following:
•Pressing the liftgate control button.
•Pressing the liftgate button on theremote control twice.
•Pressing the liftgate button on theinstrument panel.
•Moving your foot under and away fromthe center rear bumper in a single-kickmotion.*
*This method only works for vehicles withthe hands-free liftgate feature.
Setting the Liftgate Open Height
1. Open the liftgate.
2.Stop the liftgate movement by pressingthe control button on the liftgate whenit reaches the desired height.
Note:Once the liftgate has stoppedmoving, you can also manually move it tothe desired height.
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3. Press and hold the liftgate controlbutton on the liftgate until you hear atone, indicating programming iscomplete.
Note: You can only use the liftgate controlbutton to program the height.
Note: You cannot program the height if theliftgate position is too low.
The new open liftgate height is recalledwhen the power liftgate is opened. Tochange the programmed height, repeat theabove procedure. Once you open thepower liftgate, you can manually move itto a different height.
Note:The system recalls the newprogrammed height until you reprogram it,even if you disconnect the battery.
When operating the power liftgate afteryou have programmed a lower height thanfully open, you can fully open the liftgateby manually pushing it upward to themaximum open position.
Obstacle Detection
When Closing
The system stops when it detects anobstacle. A tone sounds and the systemreverses to open. Once you remove theobstacle, you can power close the liftgate.
Note:Entering your vehicle while theliftgate is closing can cause your vehicle tobounce and activate obstacle detection. Toprevent this, let the power liftgate closecompletely before you enter your vehicle.Before driving off, check the instrumentcluster for a liftgate or door ajar message orwarning indicator. Failure to do this couldresult in unintentionally leaving the liftgateopen while driving.
When Opening
The system stops when it detects anobstacle and a tone sounds. Once youremove the obstacle, you can continue tooperate the liftgate.
Hands-Free Feature (If Equipped)
Make sure you have an intelligent accesstransmitter within 3 ft (1 m) of the liftgate.
1. Move your foot under and away fromthe rear bumper detection area in asingle-kick motion. Do not move yourfoot sideways or the sensors may notdetect the motion.
2. The liftgate will power open or close.
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8 feet (2.4 meters)A
Center height of lamp to groundB
25 feet (7.6 meters)C
Horizontal reference lineD
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of awall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)away.
Note:To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to block the lightfrom one headlamp while adjusting theother.
2. Measure the height of the headlampbulb center from the ground and markan 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontalreference line on the vertical wall orscreen at this height.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps toilluminate the wall or screen and openthe hood.
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.
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Information Contained on theTire Sidewall
Both United States and CanadaFederal regulations require tiremanufacturers to placestandardized information on thesidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies anddescribes the fundamentalcharacteristics of the tire and alsoprovides a U.S. DOT TireIdentification Number for safetystandard certification and in caseof a recall.
Information on P Type Tires
P215/65R15 95H is an example ofa tire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.)
A.P: Indicates a tire, designatedby the Tire and Rim Association,that may be used for service oncars, sport utility vehicles,minivans and light trucks.Note: Ifyour tire size does not begin witha letter this may mean it isdesignated by either the EuropeanTire and Rim TechnicalOrganization or the Japan TireManufacturing Association.
B.215: Indicates the nominalwidth of the tire in millimetersfrom sidewall edge to sidewalledge. In general, the larger thenumber, the wider the tire.
C.65: Indicates the aspect ratiowhich gives the tire's ratio ofheight to width.
D.R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E.15: Indicates the wheel or rimdiameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you will have topurchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter.
F.95: Indicates the tire's loadindex. It is an index that relates tohow much weight a tire can carry.You may find this information inyour owner’s manual. If not,contact a local tire dealer.
Note:You may not find thisinformation on all tires because itis not required by federal law.
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T type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of Ptype tires. These differences aredescribed below.
A.T: Indicates a type of tire,designated by the Tire and RimAssociation, that is intended fortemporary service on cars,sport-utility vehicles, minivans andlight trucks.
B.145: Indicates the nominalwidth of the tire in millimetersfrom sidewall edge to sidewalledge. In general, the larger thenumber, the wider the tire.
C.80: Indicates the aspect ratio,which gives the tire's ratio ofheight to width. Numbers of 70 orlower indicate a short sidewall.
D.D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.
R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E.16: Indicates the wheel or rimdiameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you will have topurchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter.
Location of the Tire Label
You will find a Tire Labelcontaining tire inflation pressureby tire size and other importantinformation located on the B-Pillaror the edge of the driver’s door.
Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehiclerequires that your tires areproperly inflated. Remember thata tire can lose up to half of its airpressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge tocheck pressure of all tires andadjust if required.
At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, ifequipped). Inflate all tires to theinflation pressure recommendedby Ford Motor Company.
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Inspecting Your Tires andWheel Valve Stems
Periodically inspect the tire treadsfor uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones,nails or glass that may be wedgedin the tread grooves. Check the tireand valve stems for holes, cracks,or cuts that may permit airleakage and repair or replace thetire and replace the valve stem.Inspect the tire sidewalls forcracking, cuts, bruises and othersigns of damage or excessivewear. If internal damage to the tireis suspected, have the tiredemounted and inspected in caseit needs to be repaired or replaced.For your safety, tires that aredamaged or show signs ofexcessive wear should not be usedbecause they are more likely toblow out or fail.
Improper or inadequate vehiclemaintenance can cause tires towear abnormally. Inspect all yourtires, including the spare,frequently, and replace them ifone or more of the followingconditions exist:
Tire Wear
When the tread is worn down toone sixteenth of an inch (2millimeters), tires must bereplaced to help prevent yourvehicle from skidding andhydroplaning. Built-in treadwearindicators, or wear bars, whichlook like narrow strips of smoothrubber across the tread willappear on the tire when the treadis worn down to one sixteenth ofan inch (2 millimeters)
When the tire tread wears downto the same height as these wearbars, the tire is worn out and mustbe replaced.
Damage
Periodically inspect the tire treadsand sidewalls for damage (suchas bulges in the tread or sidewalls,cracks in the tread groove andseparation in the tread orsidewall). If damage is observed
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Receiving Calls....................................................378Smartphone Connectivity..............................379Text Messaging...................................................379Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........137ECO Cruise............................................................138EV Modes...............................................................137Fuel Freshness.....................................................139Low Engine Use...................................................139Plug-in Power Mode and HybridMode...................................................................137Post-Crash Alert System..........................203Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................57Power Liftgate.................................................62Hands-Free Feature............................................64Obstacle Detection.............................................64Opening and Closing the Liftgate..................62Setting the Liftgate Open Height...................63Stopping the Liftgate Movement...................63Power Seats.....................................................117Power Lumbar......................................................119Power Steering Fluid Check.....................232Power Windows..............................................78Accessory Delay....................................................79Bounce-Back.........................................................78One-Touch Down.................................................78One-Touch Up.......................................................78Window Lock.........................................................78Protecting the Environment........................15
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Rear Parking Aid...........................................168Rear Seat Armrest........................................120Rear Seats........................................................119Folding the Seatback ........................................119Unfolding the Seatback....................................119Rear Under Floor Storage.........................186Rear View Camera........................................174Using the Rear View Camera System..........174Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................174Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........73Rear Window Washer.........................................73Rear Window Wiper.............................................73Refueling..........................................................145Easy Fuel™ Capless System..........................145
Remote Control...............................................47Car Finder................................................................49Integrated Keyhead Transmitters ..................47Intelligent Access Key........................................48Remote Start (If Equipped).............................50Replacing the Battery.........................................48Sounding a Panic Alarm....................................50Remote Start...................................................113Automatic Settings.............................................113Removing a Headlamp..............................238Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............252Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................12Collision Repairs....................................................12Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs..................................................................12Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl..............................................................51Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................209Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................209Roadside Assistance...................................197Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance........................................................197Vehicles Sold in Canada: RoadsideAssistance Program Coverage.................198Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance........................................................198Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance....................................197Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance....................................197Roadside Emergencies...............................197Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................194Running Out of Fuel....................................144Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................144Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................144
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Satellite Radio..............................................303Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number(ESN)................................................................304Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............303SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................303Troubleshooting................................................304Scheduled Maintenance Record...........449Scheduled Maintenance...........................441Seatbelt Extension........................................36Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................33Seatbelt Reminder........................................34Belt-Minder™........................................................34Seatbelts...........................................................30Principle of Operation........................................30Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................33Conditions of operation.....................................34Seats...................................................................114Security..............................................................66Settings............................................................412911 Assist................................................................417Ambient Lighting...............................................422Bluetooth...............................................................414Clock........................................................................414Display...................................................................424General...................................................................421Media Player.........................................................413Mobile Apps........................................................420Navigation.............................................................418Phone......................................................................414Radio........................................................................417Sound......................................................................412Valet Mode...........................................................424Vehicle....................................................................422Voice Control.......................................................424Wi-Fi........................................................................422Side Airbags.....................................................42Sitting in the Correct Position...................114Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains..................................276Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector............................................................13Special Instructions..............................................12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................447Exceptions...........................................................448
Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control.............................................177Stability Control............................................166Principle of Operation......................................166Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................129Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................130Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................132Important Ventilating Information...............132Switching Off the Vehicle When It IsMoving................................................................132Switching Off the Vehicle When It IsStationary..........................................................131Vehicles with an Ignition Key.........................130Vehicles with Keyless Start............................130Starting and Stopping the Engine..........129General Information..........................................129Steering............................................................184Electric Power Steering....................................184Steering Wheel...............................................68Storage Compartments.............................128Sun Shades......................................................82Bounce-Back.........................................................82Opening and Closing the Sun Shade...........82Sun Shade Relearning........................................82Sun Visors.........................................................82Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................82Supplementary Restraints System.........38Principle of Operation........................................38Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ 3........................................................344General Information.........................................344SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................425SYNC™ Applications and Services.......322911 Assist...............................................................322SYNC Mobile Apps............................................324SYNC™...........................................................306General Information.........................................306SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................336
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TailgateSee: Manual Liftgate............................................61See: Power Liftgate.............................................62Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............282
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