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Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................188
Hazard Flashers............................................189
Fuel Shutoff...................................................189
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................190
Post-Crash Alert System...........................192
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................193
In California (U.S. Only).............................194
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................195
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................196
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................196
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................197
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................198
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................198
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................200
Changing a Fuse..........................................209
Maintenance
General Information.....................................211
Opening and Closing the Hood................211
Under Hood Overview - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................213
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L....................214
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................215
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L...........................215
Engine Oil Check...........................................215
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................216
Engine Cooling Fan......................................216
Engine Coolant Check.................................217
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................221
Brake Fluid Check.........................................221
Clutch Fluid Check - ManualTransmission..............................................221
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Changing the 12V Battery..........................222
Checking the Wiper Blades......................223
Changing the Front Wiper Blades.........223
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades...........224
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................225
Removing a Headlamp..............................226
Changing a Bulb...........................................227
Bulb Specification Chart...........................232
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................234
Drive Belt Routing - 1.0LEcoBoost™................................................235
Drive Belt Routing - 2.0L...........................235
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................236
Cleaning Products.......................................236
Cleaning the Exterior...................................237
Waxing.............................................................238
Cleaning the Engine....................................238
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades..........................................................239
Cleaning the Interior...................................239
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................240
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................240
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............241
Cleaning the Wheels...................................241
Vehicle Storage.............................................241
Body Styling Kits..........................................243
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care..........................................................244
Using Snow Chains.....................................259
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........260
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Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
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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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Automatic Engine Shutdown
ActionMessage
Displays if the engine is going to automatically turn off.Engine Shuts Off In{seconds to shut off:#0}Seconds
Displays if the engine automatically turns off to improve fueleconomy.Engine Shut Off For FuelEconomy
Displays if the engine is going to automatically turn off. Pressand hold the OK button to override the system.Engine Shuts Off in{time:#0} Seconds OKto Override
Auto-Start-Stop
ActionMessage
Switch the ignition off before leaving your vehicle if the systemhas shut down the engine.Auto StartStop SwitchIgnition OffSee Auto-Start-Stop (page 127).
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Auto StartStop FaultService Required
Press the brake or clutch pedal. The engine requires restartingmanually.Auto StartStop Press aPedal to Start EngineSee Auto-Start-Stop (page 127).
Displays as a reminder to shift into neutral (N). The enginerequires restarting manually.Auto StartStop SelectNeutral to Start EngineSee Auto-Start-Stop (page 127).
The system is not functioning and the engine requiresrestarting manually.Auto StartStop ManualRestart Required
Battery and Charging System
ActionMessage
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch theengine off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Electrical System Over-voltage Stop Safely
Displays if the battery is low or has no charge.Battery Low See ManualHave your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System
ActionMessage
Displays when the blind spot information system and crosstraffic alert system sensors are blocked.Blindspot Low VisibilitySee ManualSee Blind Spot Information System (page 169).
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Blindspot Right SensorFault Service Required
Blindspot Left SensorFault Service Required
Displays when you attach a trailer to your vehicle.Blindspot Not AvailableTrailer AttachedSee Blind Spot Information System (page 169).
Displays when the system detects a vehicle.Cross Traffic VehicleComing From RightSee Blind Spot Information System (page 169).
Cross Traffic VehicleComing From Left
Displays when the blind spot information system and crosstraffic alert system sensors are blocked.Cross Traffic SensorBlocked See ManualSee Blind Spot Information System (page 169).
The system has detected a fault that requires service. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.Cross Traffic FaultService Required
Displays when you attach a trailer to your vehicle.Cross Traffic Not Avail-able Trailer AttachedSee Blind Spot Information System (page 169).
Engine
ActionMessage
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.Engine Fault Service Now
Displays when the engine temperature is too high.High Engine TemperatureStop SafelyStop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch theengine off and allow it to cool.If the problem persists, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.See Engine Coolant Check (page 217).
Displays when the engine has limited power to help reducecoolant temperature.Power Reduced to LowerEngine Temperature
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