2017 FORD FOCUS check engine

Fuel System
Action
Message
Refuel as soon as possible.
Fuel Level Low
Hill Start Assist Action
Message
Displays when hill start assist is not available. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Hill start assist not avail-
able
See Hill Start Assist (page 146).
Keyless Entry Action
Message
Displays if you leave a vehicle key in the luggage compartment
and switch the ignition on or try to lock your vehicle.
Ford KeyFree Key inside
vehicle
See
Keyless Starting (page 118).
Displays when the system cannot detect a valid key.
Ford KeyFree No key
detected See
Keyless Starting (page 118).
Displays if you switch the ignition on without starting the
engine.
Switch ign. off Press
ENGINE Start/Stop
button
See
Keyless Starting (page 118).
Displays when the system cannot detect a valid key.
Ford KeyFree Key not
inside car See
Keyless Starting (page 118).
Displays when the remote key battery requires replacing.
Key Battery low Replace
soon See
Remote Control (page 49).
Lane Keeping System Action
Message
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Lane Keeping Sys Fault
Service required
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Lighting
Action
Message
Displays if a brake lamp bulb fails.
Brake lamp Bulb fault
Displays if a low beam bulb fails.
Low beam Bulb fault
Displays if an electrical malfunction occurs with the headlamp
system. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Headlamp fault Service
required
Maintenance Action
Message
Displays when the engine oil life is depleted and your vehicle
requires an oil change.
Oil change required
Displays if the brake fluid level is low or if there is a brake
system fault.
Brake fluid level low
Service now
See Brake Fluid Check (page 222).
Have your vehicle checked immediately.
MyKey Action
Message
Displays when MyKey is active.
MyKey active Drive Safely
See
MyKey™ (page 54).
Displays when starting your vehicle, a MyKey is in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on.
Speed Limited to {MyKey
limit ##0} km/h
Speed Limited to {MyKey
limit ##0} mph
Displays when a MyKey is in use and your vehicle speed
approaches a preset speed limit.
MyKey Vehicle Near Top
Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit
is reached.
MyKey Vehicle at Top
Speed
Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit
is reached.
MyKey Check Speed
Drive Safely
Displays when a MyKey is in use and seatbelt reminder is
activated.
MyKey Buckle Up to
Unmute Audio
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Starting System
Action
Message
Displays when you start your vehicle as a reminder to fully
press the brake pedal.
Press brake to start
Displays if your vehicle fails to start.
Cranking time exceeded
See Starting and Stopping the Engine (page 118).
Steering System Action
Message
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked immediately.
Steering loss Stop safely
You will continue to have full steering but will need to exert
greater force on the steering wheel. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Steering assist fault
Service required
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked immediately.
Steering fault Service
now
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Action
Message
Displays if the tire pressure in one or more tires is below the
correct pressure.
Low Tire Pressure
See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 261).
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Tire Pressure Monitor
Fault
Displays if the system detects a fault with a tire pressure
sensor or the spare tire is in use.
Tire Pressure Sensor
Fault
If the warning message remains on after you have checked
the tire pressures, the system has detected a fault that
requires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Traction Control Action
Message
Displays when you switch the system off.
Traction control off
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Action
Message
See Using Traction Control (page 148).
Transmission Action
Message
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission malfunc-
tion Service now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off
and allow the transmission to cool.
Transmission over-
heating Stop safely
Displays as a reminder to shift into park (P).
Transmission not in Park
Select P
Press the brake pedal to unlock the transmission.
Press brake to unlock
gearshift lever
Displays when the transmission selector lever unlocks.
Gearshift lever unlocked
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Once your vehicle starts, it remains running
until you press the push button ignition
switch, even if your vehicle does not detect
a valid passive key. If you open and close
a door while your vehicle is running, the
system searches for a valid passive key.
You cannot start your vehicle if you open
the driver door and the system does not
detect a valid passive key.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases. This helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:
You can crank the engine for a total
of 60 seconds without the engine starting
before the starting system temporarily
disables. The 60 seconds does not have to
be all at once. For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each
time, without the engine starting, you
reached the 60-second time limit. A
message appears in the information display
alerting you that you exceeded the cranking
time. You cannot attempt to start the engine
for at least 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, you
are limited to a 15-second engine cranking
time. You need to wait 60 minutes before
you can crank the engine for 60 seconds
again.
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on. •
Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
• Switch the ignition key to position II. If
your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal. If your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission, fully press the clutch
pedal.
2. Turn the key to position
III to start the
engine.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note: You must have your intelligent access
key in your vehicle in order to shift the
transmission out of park (P).
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do
the following:
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1.0 in
(2.5 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock. Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage. 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 AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This 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 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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•
Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It achieves
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation.
Using the heater longer than three hours
does not improve system performance and
unnecessarily uses electricity.
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4. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within
the area shown. 5.
Slightly raise the fuel pump nozzle and
then slowly remove it.
6. Fully close the fuel tank filler door.
Note: Do not attempt to start the engine
if you have filled the fuel tank with incorrect
fuel. Incorrect fuel use can cause damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have
your vehicle checked immediately.
System Warnings (If Equipped)
If the fuel filler inlet does not fully close a
warning message appears in the
information display.
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and shift the transmission into
park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Apply the parking brake and switch the
ignition off.
3. Fully open the fuel tank filler door until
it engages.
4. Check the fuel filler inlet and the area around it for any items or debris that
may be obstructing its movement. 5. Insert a fuel pump nozzle or the fuel
filler funnel provided with your vehicle
in to the fuel tank filler pipe opening.
This action should dislodge any debris
that may be preventing the fuel filler
inlet from fully closing.
Note: If this action corrects the problem
the message may not reset immediately. If
the message remains and the service engine
soon warning lamp appears in the
information display, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The advertised capacity is the maximum
amount of fuel that you can add to the fuel
tank after running out of fuel. Included in
the advertised capacity is an empty
reserve. The empty reserve is an
unspecified amount of fuel that remains
in the fuel tank when the fuel gauge
indicates empty.
Note: The amount of fuel in the empty
reserve varies and should not be relied upon
to increase driving range.
Filling the Fuel Tank
For consistent results when refueling:
• Turn the ignition off before fueling; an
inaccurate reading results if the engine
is left running.
• Use the same fill rate
(low-medium-high) each time the tank
is filled.
• Allow no more than one automatic
shut-off when refueling.
Results are most accurate when the filling
method is consistent.
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