2018 FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC low beam

Push the lever away from you to switch
the high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.
Headlamp Flasher
Slightly pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the headlamps.
AUTOLAMPS
WARNING
The autolamps switch position may
not activate the headlamps in all low
visibility conditions, such as daytime
fog. Always ensure that your headlamps
are switched to auto or on, as appropriate,
during all low visibility conditions. Failure
to do so may result in a crash. When the lighting control is in the
autolamps position, the headlamps
automatically turn on in low light situations
or when the wipers activate.
If equipped, the following also activate
when the lighting control is in the
autolamps position and you switch them
on in the information display:
•
Configurable daytime running lamps.
• Automatic high beam control.
• Adaptive headlamp control.
The headlamps remain on for a period of
time after you power off your vehicle. Use
the information display controls to adjust
the period of time that the headlamps
remain on. See Information Displays
(page 80).
Note: With the headlamps in the
autolamps position, you cannot switch the
high beam headlamps on until the
autolamps system turns the low beam
headlamps on.
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps
The windshield wiper activated headlamps
turn on within 10 seconds when you switch
the windshield wipers on and the lighting
control is in the autolamps position. They
turn off approximately 60 seconds after
you switch the windshield wipers off.
The headlamps will not turn on by wiper
activation:
• During a mist wipe.
• When the wipers are on to clear washer
fluid during a wash condition.
• If the wipers are in intermittent mode.
Note: If you switch autolamps and
autowipers on, the headlamps will
automatically turn on when the windshield
wipers continuously operate.
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Direction Indicator
It illuminates when you switch a
direction indicator or the hazard
flashers on. Flashes during
operation. An increase in the rate of
flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Displays when the vehicle is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Motor Coolant Temperature Lights when the motor coolant
temperature is high. Stop your
vehicle as soon as possible,
power it down and let it cool.
Fasten Safety Belt Warning Lamp It will illuminate and a chime will
sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt. See Seatbelt
Reminder (page 31).
Front Airbag Warning Lamp If the warning lamp does not
illuminate during start up,
remains on or flashes, the
system may be disabled. Have your vehicle
checked by an authorized dealer.
High Beam Indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the high beam headlamps on. It
will flash when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Liftgate Ajar Lights when the liftgate is not
completely closed. Limited Performance Amber: Indicates limited vehicle
performance due to a cold or hot
battery. A corresponding
message displays.
Red: Indicates severely limited vehicle
performance due to a cold or hot battery.
This is accompanied by a corresponding
message. Drive with caution. Keep your
vehicle plugged in when not in use to
maintain battery temperature.
Low Battery Lights when the battery level is
low. You may also see a
message suggesting you reduce
your usage of the climate system.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lights when your tire pressure is
low. If the lamp remains on at
start up or when driving, check
your tire pressure as soon as possible.
It also lights momentarily when you switch
on your vehicle to confirm the lamp is
functional. If it does not light when you
switch on your vehicle, or begins to flash
at any time, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid Lights when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
Headlamp and Parking Lamp
Indicator It will illuminate when you switch
the headlamps or parking lamps
on.
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Hill Start Assist
Action
Message
Displays when hill start assist is not available. Contact an
authorized dealer. See Hill Start Assist (page 122).
Hill Start Assist Not
Available
Keys and Intelligent Access Action
Message
This message is displayed when there is a problem with your
vehicle’s starting system. See your authorized dealer for
service.
Starting System Fault
Displays to remind you that the key is in the luggage
compartment. See
Starting the Electric Motor (page 107).
Key Inside vehicle
Displayed when a valid key is not detected within the vehicle.
See
Starting the Electric Motor (page 107).
Key Not Inside vehicle
Displayed if the key is not detected by the system. See
Starting the Electric Motor
(page 107).
No Key Detected
Displayed when your vehicle is in the Accessory ignition state.
Accessory Power is
Active
Displayed as a reminder to press the brake while starting the
vehicle.
To START Press Brake
Displayed as needed by the system for proper function.
Place Key in Backup
Location
Lighting Action
Message
Displays when the brake lamp bulb has burned out. Contact
an authorized dealer.
Brake lamp Bulb fault
Displays when the low beam headlamp bulb has burned out.
Contact an authorized dealer.
Low beam Bulb fault
Displays when an electrical system problem occurs with the
headlamp system. Contact an authorized dealer.
Headlamp fault Service
req'd
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CHANGING THE REAR WIPER
BLADES
Note:
Do not hold the wiper blade when
lifting the wiper arm.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
1. Lift the wiper arm. 2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
3. Disengage the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.
4. Remove the wiper blade.
5. Install in the reverse order.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,
have the aim of the headlamp beam
checked by an authorized dealer. Headlamp Aiming Target
8 ft (2.4 m)
A
Ground to the center of the
headlamp low beam bulb
B
25 ft (7.6 m)
C
Horizontal reference line
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park your vehicle on level ground approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall
or screen.
2. Measure the distance from the ground
to the center of the headlamp low
beam bulb and mark an
8 ft (2.4 m)
long horizontal reference line on the
wall or screen at this height.
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Note:
There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center of the
bulb.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern while
adjusting one headlamp, you may want to
block the light from the other headlamp.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps and open the hood. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe
a flat zone of high intensity light
located at the top of the beam pattern.
If the top edge of the flat zone of high
intensity light is not on the horizontal
reference line, adjust the aim of the
headlamp beam. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a suitable tool, for
example a screwdriver or hexagonal
socket, to turn the adjuster clockwise
or counterclockwise to adjust the
vertical aim of the headlamp. The
horizontal edge of the brighter light
should touch the horizontal reference
line.
6. Close the hood and switch off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
The horizontal aim of the headlamp beam
on your vehicle is not adjustable.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 170).
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2. Remove the screws.
3. Pull the headlamp as far as possible
towards the front of the vehicle to
disengage it from the lower fixing point.
4. Lift the outer side of the headlamp and
remove it. 5. Disconnect the electrical connector. CHANGING A BULB WARNING
Bulbs can become hot. Let the bulb
cool down before removing it. Failure
to do so could result in personal
injury. Headlamp
You must remove the headlamp assembly
prior to replacing any bulb. See
Removing a Headlamp (page 178).
Headlamp low beam.
A
Headlamp high beam.
B
Cornering lamp.
C
Front direction indicator.
D
Your vehicle has high intensity discharge
lamps. These lamps operate at a high
voltage. Contact an authorized dealer.
Front Direction Indicator
1. Remove the headlamp. See Removing a Headlamp
(page 178).
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ABC
D

Trade number
Function
D8S
* Headlamp high/low beam (HID)
LED
* Sidemarker - front
LED
* Park lamp - front
PY21W
Direction indicator - front
3757 NAK
Direction indicator - rear
3157K
Brake lamp
LED
* Rear lamp
921
Backup lamp
LED
* License plate lamp
LED
* High-mount brake lamp
LED
* Interior lamps
* To replace these lamps, contact an authorized dealer.
To replace all instrument panel lights, contact an authorized dealer.
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Hill Start Assist..............................................122
Switching the System On and Off................122
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 122
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................95
General Hints......................................................... 95
Improving Vehicle Drive Range....................... 96
Recommended Settings for Cooling............96
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 96
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes..............................................................121
Home Screen................................................238
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........170
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In California (U.S. Only).............................150
Information Display Control.......................63 Multimedia Controls........................................... 63
Information Displays....................................80 General Information........................................... 80
Information Messages
..................................87
AdvanceTrac®....................................................... 87
Alarm System........................................................ 88
Battery and Charging System (High Voltage).............................................................. 88
Door Ajar................................................................. 89
Hill Start Assist..................................................... 90
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 90
Lighting.................................................................... 90
Maintenance........................................................... 91
MyKey........................................................................\
91
Parking Aid.............................................................. 92
Parking Brake......................................................... 92
Power Steering...................................................... 92
Remote Start......................................................... 93
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 93
Traction Control.................................................... 93
Transmission.......................................................... 93
Installing Child Restraints
............................16
Child Restraints...................................................... 16
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................. 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster.........................................75 Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................68
Instrument Panel Overview.........................13
Interior Lamps
.................................................69
Front Interior Lamps (If Equipped)...............69
Interior Mirror
....................................................73
Introduction........................................................5
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................145 To Connect the Booster Cables.................... 146
To Start Your Vehicle......................................... 146
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................44
L
Lighting Control..............................................66 Headlamp Flasher................................................ 67
High Beams............................................................ 66
Parking Lamps...................................................... 66
Lighting..............................................................66 General Information........................................... 66
Load Carrying
.................................................134
Load Limit........................................................134
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 139
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 134
Locking and Unlocking
.................................53
Activating Intelligent Access............................ 54
Autolock................................................................... 55
Autounlock............................................................. 55
Battery Saver......................................................... 56
Disabled Intelligent Access Keys.................... 55
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 56
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 56
Opening the Liftgate........................................... 56
Power Door Locks................................................ 53
Remote Control..................................................... 53
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys...................................................................... 55
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 216
Lug Nuts
............................................................217
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