2018 FORD FOCUS warning

The image of the approaching vehicle issmall and near the inboard edge of themain mirror when it is at a distance. Theimage becomes larger and begins to moveoutboard across the main mirror as thevehicle approaches (A). The image willtransition from the main mirror and beginto appear in the blind spot mirror as thevehicle approaches (B). The vehicle willtransition to your peripheral field of viewas it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 169).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when yourvehicle is moving. This could resultin the loss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward youto reduce the effect of bright light frombehind.
SUN VISORS (If Equipped)
Rotate the sun visor toward the sidewindow and extend it rearward for extrashade.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
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Lift the cover to switch the lamp on.
MOONROOF
WARNINGS
Do not leave children unattended inyour vehicle and do not let them playwith the moonroof. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
When closing the moonroof, verifythat it is free of obstruction andmake sure that children and pets arenot in the proximity of the roof opening.
The moonroof control is on the overheadconsole.
The moonroof has a one-touch open andclose feature. To stop its movement duringa one-touch operation, press the controla second time.
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Press and release the rear of the controlto open the moonroof. The moonroofstops short of the fully open position.
Note:This position helps to reduce windnoise or rumbling that may happen with themoonroof fully open. Press and hold thecontrol again to fully open the moonroof.
Press and release the front of the controlto close the moonroof.
Bounce-Back
The moonroof stops and reverses if itdetects an obstruction.
Press and hold the front of the controlwithin two seconds of a bounce-backevent to override this function. Whilebounce-back is active, the closing forceincreases for each of the next three timesthat you close the moonroof.
Venting the Moonroof
Press and release the front of the controlto vent the moonroof. Press and releasethe rear of the control to close themoonroof.
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GAUGES
Tachometer.A
Information display.B
Speedometer.C
Engine coolant temperature gauge.D
Fuel Gauge.E
Information Display
Compass (If Equipped)
Displays the vehicle’s heading direction.
Odometer
Records the total distance traveled by yourvehicle.
Outside Air Temperature (If Equipped)
Shows the outside air temperature.
Trip Computer
See Trip Computer (page 95).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 92).
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap while the engine is running or hot.
At normal operating temperature, theneedle remains in the center section.
Note:Do not restart the engine until thecause of overheating has been determinedand resolved.
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If the needle enters the red section, theengine is overheating. Stop the engine,switch the ignition off and determine thecause once the engine has cooled down.See Engine Coolant Check (page 217).
Fuel Gauge
Note:: The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge willindicate approximately how much fuel isleft in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent tothe fuel pump symbol indicates on whichside of your vehicle the fuel filler door islocated.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needleposition is normal.
Note:It may take a short time for theneedle to reach F after leaving the gasstation. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than the gaugeindicated. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a different gaspump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers at about 50miles (80 km). The low fuel warning lightwill light, a warning chime will sound anda pop up will be shown in the displayindicating the remaining distance to empty.You will also get a subsequent reminderat 20, 10 and 0 miles.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators alert you to a vehicle conditionthat may become serious. Some lampsilluminate when you start your vehicle tomake sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator
(If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe system on.
It illuminates white when the system is instandby mode. It illuminates green whenyou set the adaptive cruise speed.
Airbag Warning Lamp
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, continuesto flash or remains on when theengine is running, this indicates amalfunction. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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It also momentarily illuminates when youswitch the ignition on to confirm the lampis functional. If it does not illuminate whenyou switch the ignition on, or begins toflash at any time, have the system checkedby an authorized dealer.
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator
It illuminates when the enginehas automatically stopped. Itflashes to inform you when theengine needs to restart. Theindicator is shown with astrikethrough if the system is notavailable.
See Auto-Start-Stop (page 127).
Battery Charging ConditionWarning Lamp
It illuminates when you switchthe ignition on.
If it illuminates when the engineis running this indicates a malfunction.Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Blind Spot Information SystemIndicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe system off.
See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 169).
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performancemay occur. It may take you longer to stopyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked assoon as possible. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engagedcan cause brake failure and the risk ofpersonal injury.
It illuminates when you engagethe parking brake and theignition is on.
If it illuminates when your vehicle ismoving, make sure the parking brake isdisengaged. If the parking brake isdisengaged, this indicates low brake fluidlevel or a brake system fault. Have yourvehicle immediately checked.
It also momentarily illuminates when youswitch the ignition on to confirm the lampis functional. If it does not illuminate whenyou switch the ignition on, or begins toflash at any time, have the system checkedby an authorized dealer.
Cruise Control Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe system on.
See Using Cruise Control(page 162).
Direction Indicator
It illuminates when you switch adirection indicator or the hazardflashers on. Flashes duringoperation. An increase in the rate offlashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
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Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switchthe ignition on and remains on ifany door or the hood is open.
Engine Warning Lamps
Powertrain Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is runningthis indicates a malfunction. Drive in amoderate fashion (avoid heavyacceleration and deceleration). Continuingto drive your vehicle may cause reducedpower or the engine to stop. Switch theignition off and attempt to restart theengine. Have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine is runningthis indicates a malfunction. The On BoardDiagnostics system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emission controlsystem.
If it flashes, engine misfire may beoccurring. Increased exhaust gastemperatures could damage the catalyticconverter or other vehicle components.Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavyacceleration and deceleration) and haveyour vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignitionon prior to engine start to check the bulband to indicate whether your vehicle isready for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine iscranked and automatically turns off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.See Emission Law (page 136).
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a chimesounds until you fasten theseatbelts.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe headlamp high beam on.
Lamps on Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe headlamp low beam or theside and rear lamps on.
Lane Keeping System WarningLamp
It illuminates when the systemactivates.
Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switchthe ignition on and remains on ifthe liftgate is open.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, refuel as soon aspossible.
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Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
(If Equipped)
It illuminates if the tire pressurein one or more tires is below thecorrect tire pressure.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System(page 260).
Low Washer Fluid Level WarningLamp
It illuminates when the washerfluid is low.
Message Center Indicator
It illuminates when a newmessage is stored in theinformation display.
The indicator is red or amber dependingon the severity of the condition and itremains on until the condition is resolved.
See Information Messages (page 96).
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
WARNING
If it illuminates when you are drivingdo not continue your journey, even ifthe oil level is correct. Have yourvehicle checked.
If it illuminates when the engineis running this indicates amalfunction. Stop your vehicleas soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Check the engine oil level. Ifthe oil level is sufficient, this indicates asystem malfunction. Have your vehicleimmediately checked.
See Engine Oil Check (page 215).
Stability Control and TractionControl Indicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, or remainson when the engine is running, thisindicates a malfunction. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Note:The system automatically turns offif there is a malfunction.
See Stability Control (page 151). SeeTraction Control (page 150).
Stability Control and TractionControl Off Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switchthe system off.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's doorand you have left the key in the ignition.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit yourvehicle with the intelligent access key, afterthe last door is closed and your keylessvehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle isstill on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from theignition and open the driver's door and youhave left the headlamps or parking lampson.
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Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parkingbrake on and drive your vehicle. If thewarning chime remains on after you havereleased the parking brake, have thesystem checked by an authorized dealerimmediately.
Low Fuel Minder
A low fuel reminder triggers at about 50miles (80 km). The low fuel warning lightwill light, a warning chime will sound anda pop up will be shown in the displayindicating the remaining distance to empty.You will also get a subsequent reminderat 20, 10 and 0 miles.
Fasten Safety Belt
Sounds as a reminder to fasten your safetybelt.
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