
Voice Control...................................................69
Cruise Control.................................................69
Information Display Control.......................70
Heated Steering Wheel................................70
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers..........................................71
Autowipers.........................................................71
Windshield Washers......................................72
Lighting
General Information......................................73
Lighting Control...............................................73
Autolamps........................................................74
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................75
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................75
Daytime Running Lamps.............................76
Automatic High Beam Control..................76
Front Fog Lamps............................................78
Direction Indicators........................................78
Interior Lamps.................................................78
Ambient Lighting...........................................80
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows...............................................81
Global Opening and Closing......................82
Exterior Mirrors................................................82
Interior Mirror...................................................84
Sun Visors.........................................................84
Moonroof..........................................................84
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................86
Warning Lamps and Indicators................89
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............93
Information Displays
General Information.....................................94
Information Messages................................103
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWithout: Sony Audio System................116
Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Sony Audio System.......................117
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................119
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................120
Cabin Air Filter.................................................121
Remote Start...................................................121
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position..................122
Head Restraints.............................................122
Manual Seats.................................................124
Power Seats....................................................124
Memory Function.........................................126
Rear Seats.......................................................128
Heated Seats..................................................129
Climate Controlled Seats..........................130
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................131
Universal Garage DoorOpener
Universal Garage Door Opener................132
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................137
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................139
Overhead Console.......................................140
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information.....................................141
Keyless Starting.............................................141
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................142
Engine Block Heater....................................144
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Unique Driving Character-istics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation..........................146
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation..........148
EcoSelect........................................................150
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions.....................................................151
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................153
Fuel Quality....................................................154
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................155
Running Out of Fuel.....................................155
Refueling..........................................................156
Fuel Consumption.......................................158
Emission Control System..........................159
High Voltage Battery
General Information....................................162
Charging the High Voltage Battery........164
High Voltage Battery Cut-OffSwitch..........................................................169
Transmission
Automatic Transmission............................170
Brakes
General Information....................................174
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................175
Electric Parking Brake..................................175
Hill Start Assist...............................................177
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................179
Using Traction Control................................179
Stability Control
Principle of Operation................................180
Using Stability Control................................181
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................182
Rear Parking Aid............................................182
Front Parking Aid..........................................183
Side Sensing System..................................184
Active Park Assist.........................................186
Rear View Camera........................................191
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................195
Using Cruise Control....................................195
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................196
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................203
Lane Keeping System................................204
Blind Spot Information System.............208
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................210
Steering............................................................213
Pre-Collision Assist......................................214
Load Carrying
Load Limit........................................................218
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................223
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......223
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................224
Economical Driving.....................................224
Driving Through Water...............................225
Floor Mats.......................................................225
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................227
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................228
Fuel Shutoff...................................................228
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................229
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Collision, Damage or Fire Event...............231
Post-Crash Alert System..........................233
Spinout Detection.......................................233
Transporting the Vehicle...........................233
Towing Points................................................234
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............235
In California (U.S. Only)............................236
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................237
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).......................238
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................238
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................239
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)............................................................240
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)............................................................240
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................242
Changing a Fuse............................................251
Maintenance
General Information...................................253
Opening and Closing the Hood..............253
Under Hood Overview...............................254
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................255
Engine Oil Check..........................................255
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................256
Engine Coolant Check...............................256
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................261
Brake Fluid Check.........................................261
Washer Fluid Check.....................................261
Changing the 12V Battery..........................261
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................263
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................263
Adjusting the Headlamps........................264
Removing a Headlamp..............................265
Changing a Bulb...........................................267
Bulb Specification Chart..........................268
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................270
Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................271
Cleaning Products.........................................271
Cleaning the Exterior....................................271
Waxing..............................................................272
Cleaning the Engine....................................273
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................273
Cleaning the Interior....................................274
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................274
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................275
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............275
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................275
Vehicle Storage.............................................276
Wheels and Tires
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................279
Tire Care..........................................................285
Using Summer Tires..................................300
Using Snow Chains....................................300
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........301
Technical Specifications..........................304
Capacities and Specific-ations
Engine Specifications................................306
Motorcraft Parts...........................................307
Vehicle Identification Number...............308
Vehicle Certification Label......................309
Transmission Code Designation...........309
Capacities and Specifications.................310
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We offer a number of convenient ways foryou to contact us and help to manage youraccount.
Call 1-800-727-7000.
For more information about Ford Creditand access to the Account Manager, go towww.fordcredit.com.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the higheststandards using quality parts. Werecommend that you demand the use ofgenuine Ford and Motorcraft partswhenever your vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. You can clearlyidentify genuine Ford and Motorcraft partsby looking for the Ford, FoMoCo orMotorcraft branding on the parts or theirpackaging.
Scheduled Maintenance andMechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make surethat your vehicle provides years of serviceis to have it maintained in line with ourrecommendations using parts thatconform to the specifications detailed inthis Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford andMotorcraft parts meet or exceed thesespecifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience acollision, but accidents do happen.Genuine Ford replacement collision partsmeet our stringent requirements for fit,finish, structural integrity, corrosionprotection and dent resistance. During
vehicle development we validate thatthese parts deliver the intended level ofprotection as a whole system. A great wayto know for sure you are getting this levelof protection is to use genuine Fordreplacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacementparts are the only replacement parts thatbenefit from a Ford Warranty. The FordWarranty may not cover damage causedto your vehicle as a result of failednon-Ford parts. For additional information,refer to the terms and conditions of theFord Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what iscovered and what is not covered by yourvehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty,refer to the Warranty Manual that isprovided to you along with your Owner’sManual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fittedwith sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNINGS
You risk death or serious injury toyourself and others if you do notfollow the instruction highlighted bythe warning symbol. Failure to follow thespecific warnings and instructions couldresult in personal injury.
Never place front seat mountedrear-facing child or infant seats infront of an active passenger airbag.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
You must play your part in protecting theenvironment. Correct vehicle usage andthe authorized disposal of waste, cleaningand lubrication materials are significantsteps toward this aim.
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8.Remove remaining slack from the belt.Force the seat down with extra weight,for example, by pressing down orkneeling on the child restraint whilepulling up on the shoulder belt in orderto force slack from the belt. This isnecessary to remove the remainingslack that will exist once the extraweight of the child is added to the childrestraint. It also helps to achieve theproper snugness of the child seat toyour vehicle. Sometimes, a slight leantoward the buckle will provide extrahelp to remove remaining slack fromthe belt.
9.Attach the tether strap (if the child seatis equipped).
10. Before placing the child in the seat,forcibly move the seat forward andback to make sure the seat is securelyheld in place. To check this, grab theseat at the belt path and attempt tomove it side to side and forward andback. There should be no more than1 inch (2.5 centimeters) of movementfor proper installation.
We recommend checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger SafetyTechnician to make certain the childrestraint is properly installed. In Canada,check with Transport Canada for referralto a Child Car Seat Clinic.
Inflatable safety belts
1. Position the child safety seat in a seatwith a combination lap and shoulderbelt.
2. After positioning the child safety seatin the proper seating position, grasp theshoulder belt and lap belt togetherbehind the belt tongue.
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7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractorto make sure the retractor is in theautomatic locking mode (you shouldnot be able to pull more belt out). If theretractor is not locked, unbuckle thebelt and repeat Steps 5 and 6.
8.Remove remaining slack from the belt.Force the seat down with extra weight,for example, by pressing down orkneeling on the child restraint whilepulling down on the lap belt in order toforce slack from the belt. This isnecessary to remove the remainingslack that will exist once the extraweight of the child is added to the childrestraint. It also helps to achieve theproper snugness of the child seat toyour vehicle. Sometimes, a slight leantoward the buckle will additionally helpto remove remaining slack from thebelt.
9.Attach the tether strap (if the child seatis equipped).
10. Before placing the child in the seat,forcibly move the seat forward andback to make sure the seat is securelyheld in place. To check this, grab theseat at the belt path and attempt tomove it side to side and forward andback. There should be no more than1 inch (2.5 centimeters) of movementfor proper installation.
We recommend checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger SafetyTechnician to make certain the childrestraint is properly installed. In Canada,check with Transport Canada for referralto a Child Car Seat Clinic.
Using Lower Anchors and Tethersfor CHildren (LATCH)
WARNINGS
Never attach two child safety seatsto the same anchor. In a collision, oneanchor may not be strong enough tohold two child safety seat attachmentsand may break, causing serious injury ordeath.
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WARNINGS
manufacturer. A safety seat that isimproperly installed or utilized, isinappropriate for your child's height, age,or weight or does not properly fit the childmay increase the risk of serious injury ordeath.
Never let a passenger hold a child onhis or her lap while your vehicle ismoving. The passenger cannotprotect the child from injury in a crash,which may result in serious injury or death.
Never use pillows, books, or towelsto boost a child. They can slidearound and increase the likelihoodof injury or death in a crash.
WARNINGS
Always restrain an unoccupied childseat or booster seat. These objectsmay become projectiles in a crash orsudden stop, which may increase the riskof serious injury.
Never place, or allow a child to place,the shoulder belt under a child's armor behind the back because itreduces the protection for the upper partof the body and may increase the risk ofinjury or death in a crash.
To avoid risk of injury, do not leavechildren or pets unattended in yourvehicle.
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children
Use any attachment method as indicated below by X
Combinedweight ofchild andchild seat
RestraintType
Safety beltonlySafety beltand LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor)
Safety beltand toptetheranchor
LATCH(loweranchorsonly)
LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor)
XXUp to 65 lb(29.5 kg)Rear facingchild seat
XOver 65 lb(29.5 kg)Rear facingchild seat
XXXUp to 65 lb(29.5 kg)
Forwardfacingchild seat
XXOver 65 lb(29.5 kg)
Forwardfacingchild seat
Note:The child seat must rest tightlyagainst the vehicle seat upon which it isinstalled. It may be necessary to lift orremove the head restraint. See Seats (page122).
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
When these locks are set, the rear doorscannot be opened from the inside.
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