Introduction
About This Manual..........................................7
Symbols Glossary............................................7
Data Recording.................................................9
California Proposition 65.............................11
Perchlorate........................................................11
Ford Credit.........................................................11
Replacement Parts Recommendation............................................................................12
Special Notices...............................................12
Mobile Communications Equipment............................................................................13
Export Unique Options.................................13
Environment
Protecting the Environment.......................15
At a Glance
Instrument Panel Overview.......................16
Child Safety
General Information......................................18
Installing Child Restraints...........................19
Booster Seats..................................................27
Child Restraint Positioning........................29
Child Safety Locks........................................30
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation..................................32
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................33
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.....................36
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime............................................................36
Seatbelt Reminder........................................37
Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance...............................................39
Seatbelt Extension.......................................39
Personal Safety System™
Personal Safety System™........................40
Supplementary RestraintsSystem
Principle of Operation..................................41
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................42
Front Passenger Sensing System...........43
Side Airbags....................................................45
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags.......46
Safety Canopy™............................................47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator......48
Airbag Disposal.............................................49
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on RadioFrequencies................................................50
Remote Control.............................................50
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control..........................................................................55
MyKey™
Principle of Operation.................................56
Creating a MyKey...........................................57
Clearing All MyKeys......................................58
Checking MyKey System Status..............58
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems........................................................59
MyKey Troubleshooting..............................59
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................61
Keyless Entry..................................................64
Interior Luggage Compartment Release..........................................................................66
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.......................68
Anti-Theft Alarm...........................................69
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn..........................................................70
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Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information...................................145
Keyless Starting...........................................145
Starting a Gasoline Engine......................146
Engine Block Heater...................................148
Unique Driving Characteristics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation.........................150
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation..........152
EcoSelect........................................................154
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions...................................................154
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions......................................157
Fuel Quality....................................................157
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.......................159
Running Out of Fuel...................................159
Refueling........................................................160
Fuel Consumption.......................................162
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law................................................164
Catalytic Converter.....................................165
High Voltage Battery
General Information...................................168
Charging the High Voltage Battery.......170
High Voltage Battery Cut-Off Switch.........................................................................174
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...........................175
Brakes
General Information...................................179
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.........................................................................179
Electric Parking Brake................................180
Hill Start Assist.............................................182
Traction Control
Principle of Operation...............................184
Using Traction Control..............................184
Stability Control
Principle of Operation................................185
Using Stability Control..............................186
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation................................187
Rear Parking Aid...........................................187
Front Parking Aid.........................................188
Side Sensing System.................................189
Active Park Assist.........................................191
Rear View Camera.......................................197
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..............................200
Using Cruise Control.................................200
Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............201
Driving Aids
Driver Alert....................................................208
Lane Keeping System...............................209
Blind Spot Information System..............214
Cross Traffic Alert........................................215
Steering...........................................................218
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................219
Load Carrying
Load Limit......................................................222
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................227
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......227
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
Air vents.A
Direction indicators. SeeDirection Indicators (page 80).B
Information display controls.See Information DisplayControl (page 73).
C
Instrument cluster. SeeInstrument Cluster (page 89).D
Information display controls.See Information DisplayControl (page 73).
E
Wiper lever. See Wipers andWashers (page 74).F
Keyless starting. See KeylessStarting (page 145).G
Hazard flashers. See HazardFlashers (page 232).H
Information and entertainmentdisplay.I
Audio system. See AudioSystem (page 317).J
Climate control. See ClimateControl (page 119).K
Heated windows and mirrors.See Heated Windows andMirrors (page 126).
L
Audio control. See AudioControl (page 71). Voicecontrol. See Voice Control(page 72).
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSSStandards of Industry Canada. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
•This device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
Note:Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.The term "IC:" before the radio certificationnumber only signifies that Industry Canadatechnical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).Vehicles with the remote start feature havea greater range. One of the following couldcause a decrease in operating range:
•Weather conditions.
•Nearby radio towers.
•Structures around the vehicle.
•Other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle.
The radio frequency used by your remotecontrol can also be used by other shortdistance radio transmissions, for exampleamateur radios, medical equipment,wireless headphones, remote controls andalarm systems. If the frequencies arejammed, you will not be able to use yourremote control. You can lock and unlockthe doors with the key.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
The system uses a radio frequency signalto communicate with your vehicle andauthorize your vehicle to unlock when oneof the following conditions are met:
•You activate the front exterior doorhandle switch.
•You press the luggage compartmentbutton.
•You press a button on the transmitter.
If excessive radio frequency interferenceis present in the area or if the transmitterbattery is low, you may need tomechanically unlock your door. You canuse the mechanical key blade in yourintelligent access key to open the driverdoor in this situation. See Remote Control(page 50).
REMOTE CONTROL
Intelligent Access Key
Note:The ready to drive indicator may beoff and you may not be able to shift out ofpark (P) unless the intelligent access key isinside your vehicle.
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The intelligent access keys operate thepower locks and the remote start system.The key must be in your vehicle to use thepush button start.
Removable Key Blade
The intelligent access key also contains aremovable key blade that you can use tounlock your vehicle.
Push the release button and pull the keyblade out.
Note: Your vehicle keys came with asecurity label that provides important keycut information. Keep the label in a safeplace for future reference.
Using the Key Blade
The key cylinder is under a cap on the driverdoor handle.
To remove the cap:
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1.Insert the key blade into the slot on thebottom of the handle and applyupward pressure.
2. While maintaining upward pressure,move the cap rearward to release it.Gently remove the key while doing so.
To install the cap:
1. Place the cap just forward of the keycylinder.
2. Applying pressure to the cap, move itforward until it is in place. You mayhear a snap as it engages.
Make sure you have properly installed thecap by trying to move it rearward.
Replacing the Battery
Note:Refer to local regulations whendisposing of transmitter batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not erasethe programmed key from your vehicle. Thetransmitter should operate normally.
A message appears in the informationdisplay when the remote control batteryis low. See Information Messages (page106).
The remote control uses one coin-typethree-volt lithium battery CR2450 orequivalent.
1. Push the release button and pull thekey blade out.
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2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hiddenbehind the key blade head to removethe battery cover.
3. Insert a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver, in the position shown andcarefully remove the battery.
4. Install a new battery with the + facingupward.
5.Reinstall the battery cover and the keyblade.
Car Finder
Press the button twice withinthree seconds. The horn soundsand the direction indicatorsflash. We recommend you use this methodto locate your vehicle, rather than usingthe panic alarm.
Sounding the Panic Alarm
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on toturn it off.
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Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or in areas that are not wellventilated.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The remotecontrol has an extended operating range.
If your vehicle has automatic climatecontrol, you can configure it to operatewhen you remote start your vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 119). A manualclimate control system will run at thesetting it was set to when you switchedyour vehicle off.
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system does not workwhen any of the following conditions occur:
•The ignition is on.
•The anti-theft alarm triggers.
•You switch the feature off in theinformation display.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
Remote Control Feedback (IfEquipped)
An LED on the remote control providesstatus feedback of remote start or stopcommands.
StatusLED
Remote startsuccessfulSolid green
Remote stopsuccessfulSolid red
Request failed orstatus not receivedBlinking red
Status incompleteBlinking green
Remote Starting your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. Your vehiclewill not remote start if you do not follow thissequence.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
1. Press the lock button to lock all thedoors.
2. Press the remote start button twice.The exterior lamps flash twice.
The horn sounds if the system fails to start.
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