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Rotating your tires at the
recommended interval (as
indicated in the Scheduled
Maintenance chapter) will help
your tires wear more evenly,
providing better tire performance
and longer tire life.
Front-wheel drive vehicles (front
tires on the left side of the
diagram).
Sometimes irregular tire wear can
be corrected by rotating the tires.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING
Snow tires must be the same size,
load index, speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure. The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires or snow chains.
If you choose to install snow tires on your
vehicle, they must be the same size,
construction, and load range as the original
tires listed on the tire inflation pressure
label (located on the edge of the driver
door or the B-Pillar) and they must be
installed on all four wheels. Mixing tires of
different size or construction on your
vehicle can adversely affect your vehicle
’s
handling and braking, and may lead to loss
of vehicle control.
If you use snow chains, we recommend
that steel wheels of the same size and
specifications are used. Snow chains may
damage aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
chains:
• Avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Only use small link snow chains of
approximately 10mm with 215/55R16
tires only.
• Only use small link snow chains of
approximately 15mm with 195/65R15
tires only.
• Only use snow chains on the tire sizes
listed above.
• Snow chains must be mounted in pairs
on the front axle.
• Install snow chains securely, make sure
they do not touch any wiring, brake
lines or fuel lines.
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or
the maximum speed recommended by
the chain manufacturer, whichever is
less.
• Remove the cables when they are no
longer needed.
• Do not use snow chains on dry roads.
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant
you any rights in connection with any
trademarks or service marks of FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third
party software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer to
FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions
provided in the documentation for the
DEVICES product support, such as the
vehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerning
this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD
MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,
please refer to the address provided in the
documentation for the DEVICES.
No Liability for Certain Damages:
EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,
AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY
REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEW
VEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow
instructions:
• Before using your SYNC® system, read
and follow all instructions and safety
information provided in this end user
manual ("Owner Guide".) Not
following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident
or other serious injuries. General Operation
•
Voice Command Control
: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully.
• Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a
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SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................328
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Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate........................................... 63
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............269
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................196
Tire Care
..........................................................245
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 247
Important Information for 235/40R18 Low-Profile Tires and Wheels.................. 245
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 245
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 248
Temperature A B C............................................ 246
Traction AA A B C.............................................. 246
Treadwear............................................................ 246
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............261 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 262
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 262
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 245
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
Traction Control............................................148
Principle of Operation....................................... 148
Transmission Code Designation
.............274
Transmission..................................................138
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 138Transporting the Vehicle............................182
Trip Computer
.................................................94
All Values................................................................ 94
Average Fuel Consumption.............................. 94
Distance to Empty............................................... 94
Outside Air Temperature................................... 94
Resetting the Trip Computer........................... 94
Trip Odometer....................................................... 94
Trip Timer................................................................ 94
Type Approvals
..............................................451
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Under Hood Overview - 1.0L EcoBoost™..................................................214
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L....................215
Unique Driving Characteristics................126
USB Port
..........................................................297
Using Cruise Control....................................162
Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 162
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 162
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
...........................................................57
Using Snow Chains....................................260
Using Stability Control...............................150
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
.............................................................319
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............323
Bluetooth Devices and System
Settings............................................................. 325
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port........................................................... 319
Media Menu Features....................................... 322
Media Voice Commands................................ 320
USB 2
...................................................................... 325
Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........326
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
............302
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 307
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 310
Bluetooth Devices............................................... 311
Making Calls........................................................ 306
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............303
Pairing Subsequent Phones......................... 304
Phone Options during an Active Call........306
Phone Voice Commands............................... 304
Receiving Calls................................................... 306
System Settings.................................................. 312
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Text Messaging..................................................
308
Using Traction Control...............................148
Switching the System Off............................... 148
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 148
Using a Switch..................................................... 148
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 148
Using Voice Recognition
..........................300
Audio Voice Commands................................. 349
Initiating a Voice Session............................... 300
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 352
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 351
Phone Voice Commands............................... 350
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 353
System Interaction and Feedback...............301
Voice Settings Commands............................ 353
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
..........................197
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Vehicle Care....................................................237 General Information.......................................... 237
Vehicle Certification Label........................274
Vehicle Identification Number
................273
Vehicle Storage.............................................242 Battery................................................................... 243
Body........................................................................\
243
Brakes..................................................................... 243
Cooling system................................................... 243
Engine ..................................................................... 243
Fuel system.......................................................... 243
General.................................................................. 243
Miscellaneous..................................................... 244
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................244
Tires........................................................................\
. 243
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 103
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............273
Voice Control
.....................................................71
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................87 Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator.................. 87Airbag Warning Lamp.........................................
87
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp.................................................................... 87
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator................................ 88
Blind Spot Information System Indicator............................................................. 88
Brake System Warning Lamp......................... 88
Cruise Control Indicator..................................... 88
Direction Indicator............................................... 88
Door Ajar Warning Lamp.................................. 88
Engine Warning Lamps..................................... 88
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp..................... 89
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 89
Headlamp High Beam Indicator.................... 89
Ignition Warning Lamp...................................... 89
Lamps on Indicator............................................. 89
Lane Keeping Aid Warning Lamp.................. 89
Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp............................. 89
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp....................... 89
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 89
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp................................................................... 89
Message Center Indicator................................. 89
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp............................. 90
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................. 90
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp................................................. 90
Washer Fluid Check....................................223
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 238
See: Wipers and Washers.................................. 73
Waxing.............................................................239
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 264
Wheels and Tires.........................................245
Windows and Mirrors.....................................81
Windshield Washers......................................73
Windshield Wipers
.........................................73
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 73
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 73
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 224
Wipers and Washers.....................................73
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle........................ 182
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