Auto-Start-Stop Indicator
It illuminates when the engine
has automatically stopped. It
flashes to inform you when the
engine needs to restart. The
indicator is shown with a
strikethrough if the system is not
available.
See Auto-Start-Stop (page 126).
Blind Spot Information System
Indicator
(If Equipped) It illuminates when you switch
the system off.
See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 169).
Brake System Warning Lamp WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance
may occur. It may take you longer to stop
your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged
can cause brake failure and the risk of
personal injury. It illuminates when you engage
the parking brake and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when your vehicle is
moving, make sure the parking brake is
disengaged. If the parking brake is
disengaged, this indicates low brake fluid
level or a brake system fault. Have your
vehicle checked immediately. Cruise Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
See
Using Cruise Control
(page 162).
Direction Indicator Illuminates when the left or right
direction indicator or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on.
Flashes during operation. An increase in
the rate of flashing warns of a failed
indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on and remains on if
any door or the hood is open.
Engine Warning Lamps Powertrain Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. Drive in a
moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration). Continuing
to drive your vehicle may cause reduced
power or the engine to stop. Switch the
ignition off and attempt to restart the
engine. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
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Automatic Engine Shutdown
Action
Message
Displays if the engine is going to automatically turn off.
Engine Shuts Off In
{seconds to shut off:#0}
Seconds
Displays if the engine automatically turns off to improve fuel
economy.
Engine Shut Off For Fuel
Economy
Displays if the engine is going to automatically turn off. Press
and hold the OK button to override the system.
Engine Shuts Off in
{seconds to shut off:#0}
Seconds Press Ok to
Override
Auto-Start-Stop Action
Message
Switch the ignition off before leaving your vehicle if the system
has shut down the engine.
Auto StartStop Switch
ignition off
See
Auto-Start-Stop (page 126).
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Auto StartStop fault
Service required
Press the brake or clutch pedal. The engine requires restarting
manually.
Auto StartStop Press a
pedal to start engine
See
Auto-Start-Stop (page 126).
Displays as a reminder to shift into neutral (N). The engine
requires restarting manually.
Auto StartStop Select
neutral to start engine
See
Auto-Start-Stop (page 126).
The system is not functioning and the engine requires
restarting manually.
Auto StartStop Manual
restart required
Battery and Charging System Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the
engine off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Electrical system over-
voltage Stop safely
Displays if the battery is low or has no charge.
Battery low See manual
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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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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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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CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cupholder carefully as
items may become loose during hard
braking, acceleration or crashes, including
hot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Cupholder with grips and height
adjuster. To use, flip the
removable inset piece.
A
Storage compartment with
auxiliary power point and media
hub.
B
Parking aid, auto-start-stop and
heated steering wheel controls.
C
Auxiliary power point.
D
USB port.
E OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door to
open it.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high engine
speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or
other damage. Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle
on dry grass or other dry ground
cover. The emission system heats up
the engine compartment and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire. Do not start the engine in a closed
garage or in other enclosed areas.
Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start the
engine. Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle inspected
immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes. If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately 5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is
because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You
can disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine. IGNITION SWITCH
0
(off) - The ignition is off.
Note: When you switch the ignition off and
leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in
the ignition. This could cause your vehicle
battery to lose charge.
I
(accessory) - Allows the electrical
accessories, such as the radio, to operate
while the engine is not running.
Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long. This could cause your
vehicle battery to lose charge.
II
(on) - All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
III
(start) - cranks the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING
(If Equipped)
Note: The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: The ignition automatically turns off
if you leave your vehicle unattended. This is
to prevent the vehicle battery from losing
charge.
Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on
and start the engine.
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Switching the Ignition On to
Accessory Mode
Press the push button ignition switch once
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal. It is on the instrument panel near
the steering wheel. All electrical circuits
and accessories are operational and the
warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
Press the push button ignition switch again
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal to switch the ignition off.
Starting Your Vehicle
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch
until the engine starts.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine starting stops the engine from
cranking.
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1. Move the gearshift lever to park (P).
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Briefly press the push button ignition switch. Note:
Releasing the brake pedal during
engine starting stops the engine cranking.
Failure to Start
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do
the following: 1. Open the floor console storage
compartment lid.
2. Remove the tray.
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3. Place the passive key flat on the
symbol at the bottom of the floor
console storage compartment.
4. With the passive key in this position, you can use the push button ignition
switch to switch the ignition on and
start your vehicle.
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
If the engine does not crank when the
clutch pedal has been fully depressed and
the push button ignition switch is pressed,
do the following:
1. Fully depress both the clutch and brake
pedals.
2. Press the push button ignition switch until the engine starts.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine starting stops the engine cranking.
A message appears in the information
display.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
Briefly press the push button ignition
switch. Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1. Move the gearshift lever to park (P).
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:
The ignition, all electrical circuits and
all warning lamps and indicators will be
turned off.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine. 1.
Press and hold the push button ignition
switch until the engine stops, or press
it three times within two seconds.
2. Move the gearshift lever to neutral and
use the brakes to bring your vehicle to
a safe stop.
3. With your vehicle stopped, move the gearshift lever to park (P) and switch
the ignition off.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart your vehicle within 10 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid passive key
is not detected.
Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicle
off, press the brake pedal and press the
push button ignition switch. After 10
seconds, you can no longer start your
vehicle if it does not detect a valid passive
key.
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