2018 FORD FOCUS engine

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If the warning message remains on after you have checkedthe tire pressures, the system has detected a fault thatrequires service. Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Traction Control
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Displays when you switch the system off.Traction control OffSee Using Traction Control (page 150).
Transmission
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Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Transmission FaultService Now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop yourvehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine offand allow the transmission to cool.
Transmission Over-heating Stop Safely
Displays as a reminder to shift into park (P).Transmission Not in ParkSelect P
Press the brake pedal to unlock the transmission.Press Brake to UnlockGearshift Lever
Displays when the transmission selector lever unlocks.Gearshift Lever Unlocked
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Dual Zone Temperature Control
Select a temperature for the passenger’sside using the rotary control on thepassenger’s side. Single zone temperaturecontrol automatically switches off. Thetemperature on the driver’s side remainsunchanged. You can now adjust the driver’sside and passenger’s side temperaturesindependently. The display shows thetemperature settings for each side.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindshield.
Note:To improve the time to reach comfortin hot weather, drive with the windows fullyopen until you feel cold air through the airvents.
Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshieldduring humid weather, adjust the airdistribution control to the windshield airvents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note:Adjusting the settings when yourvehicle interior is extremely hot or cold isnot necessary. The system automaticallyadjusts to heat or cool the cabin to yourselected temperature as quickly as possible.For the system to function efficiently, theinstrument panel and side air vents shouldbe fully open.
Note:If you select AUTO during coldoutside temperatures, the system directsairflow to the windshield and side windowvents. In addition, the fan may run at aslower speed until the engine warms up.
Note:If you select AUTO during hot outsidetemperatures, or when the inside of thevehicle is hot, the system automatically usesrecirculated air to maximize interior cooling.When the interior reaches the selectedtemperature, the system automaticallyswitches to using outside air.
Heating the Interior Quickly
Vehicle with automatic climate controlVehicle with manual climate control
Press the AUTO button.Adjust the temperature control to thehighest setting.1
Adjust the temperature control to thedesired setting.Adjust the fan speed to a high speedsetting as soon as you feel warm air.2
Select the footwell air vents using theair distribution buttons.3
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HEATED SEATS (If Equipped)
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid is spilled on the seat. Allowthe seat to dry thoroughly.
•Operate the heated seats unless theengine is running. Doing so can causethe battery to lose charge.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.Warmer settings are indicated by moreindicator lights.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Extended idling at high enginespeeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire orother damage.
Do not park, idle or drive your vehicleon dry grass or other dry groundcover. The emission system heats upthe engine compartment and exhaustsystem, creating the risk of fire.
Do not start the engine in a closedgarage or in other enclosed areas.Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you start theengine.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry ofharmful and potentially lethal fumesinto the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your vehicle inspectedimmediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehiclemay exhibit some unusual drivingcharacteristics for approximately 5 mi(8 km) after you reconnect it. This isbecause the engine management systemmust realign itself with the engine. Youcan disregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets allCanadian interference-causing equipmentstandard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field or radio noise.
When you start the engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator pedal before and duringoperation. Only use the accelerator pedalwhen you have difficulty starting theengine.
IGNITION SWITCH
0 (off) - The ignition is off.
Note:When you switch the ignition off andleave your vehicle, do not leave your key inthe ignition. This could cause your vehiclebattery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electricalaccessories, such as the radio, to operatewhile the engine is not running.
Note:Do not leave the ignition key in thisposition for too long. This could cause yourvehicle battery to lose charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits areoperational and the warning lamps andindicators illuminate.
III (start) - cranks the engine.
KEYLESS STARTING (If Equipped)
Note:The system may not function if thepassive key is close to metal objects orelectronic devices, for example keys or a cellphone.
Note:The ignition automatically turns offif you leave your vehicle unattended. This isto prevent the vehicle battery from losingcharge.
Note:A valid passive key must be locatedinside your vehicle to switch the ignition onand start the engine.
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Switching the Ignition On toAccessory Mode
Press the push button ignition switch oncewithout your foot on the brake or clutchpedal. It is on the instrument panel nearthe steering wheel. All electrical circuitsand accessories are operational and thewarning lamps and indicators illuminate.
Press the push button ignition switch againwithout your foot on the brake or clutchpedal to switch the ignition off.
Starting Your Vehicle
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2.Press the push button ignition switchuntil the engine starts.
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal duringengine starting stops the engine fromcranking.
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1.Move the gearshift lever to park (P).
2.Fully depress the brake pedal.
3.Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
Note:Releasing the brake pedal duringengine starting stops the engine cranking.
Failure to Start
The system does not function if:
•The passive key frequencies arejammed.
•The passive key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following:
1.Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
2.Remove the tray.
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3.Place the passive key flat on thesymbol at the bottom of the floorconsole storage compartment.
4.With the passive key in this position,you can use the push button ignitionswitch to switch the ignition on andstart your vehicle.
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
If the engine does not crank when theclutch pedal has been fully depressed andthe push button ignition switch is pressed,do the following:
1.Fully depress both the clutch and brakepedals.
2.Press the push button ignition switchuntil the engine starts.
Note:Releasing the clutch pedal duringengine starting stops the engine cranking.A message appears in the informationdisplay.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
Briefly press the push button ignitionswitch.
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 andall warning lamps and indicators will beturned off.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when thevehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering assistance.The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. When the ignition isswitched off, some electrical circuits,including air bags, warning lamps andindicators may also be off. If the ignitionwas turned off accidentally, you can shiftinto neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
1.Press and hold the push button ignitionswitch until the engine stops, or pressit three times within two seconds.
2.Move the gearshift lever to neutral anduse the brakes to bring your vehicle toa safe stop.
3.With your vehicle stopped, move thegearshift lever to park (P) and switchthe ignition off.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart your vehicle within 10 seconds ofswitching it off, even if a valid passive keyis not detected.
Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicleoff, press the brake pedal and press thepush button ignition switch. After 10seconds, you can no longer start yourvehicle if it does not detect a valid passivekey.
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Once your vehicle starts, it remains runninguntil you press the push button ignitionswitch, even if your vehicle does not detecta valid passive key. If you open and closea door while your vehicle is running, thesystem searches for a valid passive key.
You cannot start your vehicle if you openthe driver door and the system does notdetect a valid passive key.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine. If the engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have yourvehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:You can crank the engine for a totalof 60 seconds without the engine startingbefore the starting system temporarilydisables. The 60 seconds does not have tobe all at once. For example, if you crank theengine three times for 20 seconds eachtime, without the engine starting, youreached the 60-second time limit. Amessage appears in the information displayalerting you that you exceeded the crankingtime. You cannot attempt to start the enginefor at least 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, youare limited to a 15-second engine crankingtime. You need to wait 60 minutes beforeyou can crank the engine for 60 secondsagain.
Before starting your vehicle, check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical 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. Ifyour vehicle is equipped with a keylessignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1.Fully press the brake pedal. If yourvehicle is equipped with a manualtransmission, fully press the clutchpedal.
2.Turn the key to position III to start theengine.
Note:The engine may continue crankingfor up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note:If you cannot start the engine on thefirst 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 accesskey in your vehicle in order to shift thetransmission 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 arejammed.
•The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, dothe following:
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1.Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
2.Remove the tray.
3.Place the passive key flat on thesymbol at the bottom of the floorconsole storage compartment.
4.With the passive key in this position,you can use the push button ignitionswitch to switch the ignition on andstart your vehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart the engine within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if a valid key is notpresent.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engineoff, press the brake pedal and press thebutton. After 20 seconds have expired, youcan no longer restart your vehicle withoutthe key present inside your vehicle.
Once your vehicle has started, it remainsrunning until you press the button, even ifthe system does not detect a valid key. Ifyou open and close a door while yourvehicle is running, the system searches fora valid key. You cannot restart the engineif the system does not detect a valid keywithin 20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and follow thisprocedure:
1.If your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic transmission, fully press thebrake pedal. If your vehicle is equippedwith a manual transmission, fully pressthe clutch pedal and apply thehandbrake.
2.Move the transmission selector leverto park (P) (automatic transmission)or neutral (manual transmission).
3.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
4.Start the engine.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, thisfeature automatically shuts down theengine if it has been idling for an extendedperiod. The ignition also turns off in orderto save battery power. Before your vehicleshuts down, a message appears in theinformation display showing a timer
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