System Errors
If Cross Traffic Alert senses a problem withthe left or right sensor a message willappear in the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 101).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch Cross TrafficAlert off in the information display. SeeGeneral Information (page 92). Whenyou switch Cross Traffic Alert off, you willnot receive alerts and the informationdisplay will display a system off message.
Note:The Cross Traffic Alert switches onwhenever the ignition is switched on andready to provide appropriate alerts whenthe transmission is in reverse (R). CrossTraffic Alert will not remember the lastselected on or off setting.
You can also have Cross Traffic Alertswitched off permanently at an authorizeddealer. Once switched off permanently,the system can only be switched back onat an authorized dealer.
STEERING
Electric Power Steering
WARNINGS
The electric power steering systemhas diagnostic checks thatcontinuously monitor the system. Ifa fault is detected, a message displays inthe information display. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so. Switch theignition off. After at least 10 seconds,switch the ignition on and watch theinformation display for a steering systemwarning message. If a steering systemwarning message returns, have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
WARNINGS
If the system detects an error, youmay not feel a difference in thesteering, however a serious conditionmay exist. Obtain immediate service froman authorized dealer, failure to do so mayresult in loss of steering control.
Your vehicle has an electric power steeringsystem. There is no fluid reservoir. Nomaintenance is required.
If your vehicle loses electrical power whileyou are driving, electric power steeringassistance is lost. The steering system stilloperates and you can steer your vehiclemanually. Manually steering your vehiclerequires more effort.
Extreme continuous steering may increasethe effort required for you to steer yourvehicle. This increased effort preventsoverheating and permanent damage tothe steering system. You do not lose theability to steer your vehicle manually.Typical steering and driving maneuversallow the system to cool and return tonormal operation.
Steering Tips
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•Correct tire pressures.
•Uneven tire wear.
•Loose or worn suspensioncomponents.
•Loose or worn steering components.
•Improper vehicle alignment.
Note:A high crown in the road or highcrosswinds may also make the steeringseem to wander or pull.
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Driving Aids
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
The system flashes the direction indicatorsand sounds the horn (intermittently) in theevent of a serious impact that deploys anairbag (front, side, side curtain or SafetyCanopy) or the safety belt pretensioners.
The horn and indicators will turn off when:
•You press the hazard control button.
•You press the panic button on theremote entry transmitter (if equipped).
•Your vehicle runs out of power.
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
If you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional towing service or,if you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, your roadsideassistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment to tow yourvehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. FordMotor Company has not approved aslingbelt towing procedure. Vehicledamage may occur if towed incorrectly, orby any other means.
Ford Motor Company produces a towingmanual for all authorized tow truckoperators. Have your tow truck operatorrefer to this manual for proper hook-upand towing procedures for your vehicle.
It is acceptable to have your front-wheeldrive vehicle towed from the front if usingproper wheel lift equipment to raise thefront wheels off the ground. When towingin this manner, the rear wheels can remainon the ground.
Front-wheel drive vehicles must have thefront wheels placed on a tow dolly whentowing your vehicle from the rear usingwheel lift equipment. This preventsdamage to the transmission.
Towing an all-wheel or four-wheel drivevehicle requires that all wheels be off theground, such as using a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment. This preventsdamage to the transmission, all-wheel orfour-wheel drive system and vehicle.
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Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.To check your phone's compatibility, seeyour phone's manual and visitwww.SYNCMyRide.com,www.SYNCMyRide.ca orwww.syncmaroute.ca.
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
Note:SYNC can support downloading upto approximately 4000 entries perBluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Using the Audio System
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button. When theaudio display indicates there is nopaired phone, select the option to add.
3. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your phone to start the pairingprocess.
4. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Using Voice Commands
Make sure to switch on yourphone's Bluetooth featurebefore starting the search. Seeyour device's manual if necessary.
Press the voice and when promptedsay:
Action and Descrip-tionVoice Command
Follow the instruc-tions on the audiodisplay.
(pair ([Bluetooth]device | phone |Bluetooth audio) |add phone)
You can say any of the voice commandsthat appear within open and close bracketsthat are separated by |. For example,where; (what's | what is) appears you say;what's or what is.
The commands that have [ ] around theword means that the word is optional.
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Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button.
3. Select the option for BluetoothDevices.
4. Press the OK button.
5. Select the option to add. This startsthe pairing process.
6. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your device.
7. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more cellphone options. Your cell phone may alsoprompt you to give SYNC permission toaccess information. For more informationon your cell phone’s capability, see yourcell phone’s manual and visit the website.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say any of thefollowing:
Voice Command
(phone | Blackberry | iPhone)
Then say any of the following:
call (___)
call ___ at home
call ___ ((in|at) [the] office | at work)
call ___ on (cell | mobile)
call ___ on other
1dial [[a] number]
2([go to] privacy | transfer to phone| privacy on)
2(hold call [on] | place call on hold)
2join (calls | call)
2mute call [on]
2(mute call off | un-mute call)
(turn ringer on | silent mode off)
(turn ringer off | silent mode [on])
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................109About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................162ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................163Accessories....................................................437Exterior style........................................................437Interior style..........................................................437Lifestyle..................................................................437Peace of mind.....................................................437AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................12Active Park Assist.........................................170Automatic Steering into ParkingSpace...................................................................171Deactivating the Park Assist Feature...........172Troubleshooting the System..........................173Using Active Park Assist...................................170Adjusting the Headlamps.........................236Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................237Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................236Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................68Airbag Disposal..............................................46Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................109Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............244AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm.........................................67Ambient Lighting.............................................77Anti-Theft Alarm............................................67Arming the Alarm.................................................67Disarming the Alarm...........................................67Appendices....................................................459Apps.................................................................409.................................................................................409SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.....................411At a Glance........................................................16Audible Warnings and Indicators..............91Automatic Transmission WarningChime...................................................................91Engine On Warning Chime.................................91
Headlamps On Warning Chime.......................91Key in Ignition Warning Chime.........................91Keyless Warning Alert .........................................91Parking Brake On Warning Chime...................91Audio Control..................................................68Seek, Next or Previous.......................................69Audio System................................................289General Information.........................................289Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/Satellite Radio...........................................298Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD..................................................................290Audio Unit - Vehicles With: PremiumAM/FM/CD..................................................293Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD...........................................................294Menu Structure..................................................296Autolamps.........................................................74Windshield Wiper ActivatedHeadlamps.........................................................75Automatic Climate Control......................109Dual Zone Temperature Control.....................111Single Zone Temperature Control.................110Smart Zone.............................................................111Temperature Control..........................................110Automatic Engine Shutdown...................133Automatic Transmission...........................159Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................160If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow...................................................................161Understanding the Shift Positions of yourAutomatic Transmission.............................159Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................232Autowipers.........................................................71Auxiliary Power Points................................126110 Volt AC Power Point...................................12612 Volt DC Power Point.....................................126Locations...............................................................126
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................233Blind Spot Information System...............179Switching the System Off and On................181System Errors......................................................180Using the System................................................179
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