2018 FORD FUSION towing

Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information ...................................147
Keyless Starting ............................................
147
Starting a Gasoline Engine ......................
148
Engine Block Heater ...................................
150
Unique Driving Characteristics
Auto-Start-Stop ...........................................
152
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions .....................................
154
Fuel Quality ....................................................
154
Fuel Filler Funnel Location .......................
155
Running Out of Fuel ...................................
156
Refueling .........................................................
157
Fuel Consumption ......................................
160
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law .................................................
161
Catalytic Converter .....................................
162
Transmission
Automatic Transmission ..........................
165
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive ................................
170
Brakes
General Information ....................................
175
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes ........................................................................\
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175
Electric Parking Brake ................................
176
Hill Start Assist .............................................
178
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
180
Using Traction Control ..............................
180Stability Control
Principle of Operation
.................................
181
Using Stability Control ...............................
182
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ................................
183
Rear Parking Aid ...........................................
183
Front Parking Aid .........................................
184
Side Sensing System .................................
185
Active Park Assist ........................................
187
Rear View Camera ......................................
193
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
196
Using Cruise Control ..................................
196
Using Adaptive Cruise Control ................
197
Driving Aids
Driver Alert ....................................................
204
Lane Keeping System ...............................
205
Blind Spot Information System .............
210
Cross Traffic Alert .........................................
211
Steering ...........................................................
214
Pre-Collision Assist .....................................
215
Load Carrying
Load Limit .......................................................
218
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
223
Recommended Towing Weights ...........
224
Essential Towing Checks .........................
225
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
227
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ....................................................
229
Economical Driving ....................................
229
Driving Through Water ..............................
229
Floor Mats .....................................................
230
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Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
..................................231
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
232
Fuel Shutoff ..................................................
232
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
233
Post-Crash Alert System .........................
235
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
235
Towing Points ...............................................
236
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
237
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................
238
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................
239
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ......................
240
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada .......................................................
240
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
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241
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
242
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
242
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
244
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
253
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
255
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
255
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
256
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
257
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L ..................
258
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
259
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™ .......................................................................
260 Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/
2.5L/2.7L EcoBoost™ ...........................
260
Engine Oil Check ........................................
260
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
261
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
262
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™/
2.5L ..............................................................
266
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.7L EcoBoost™ .....................................
266
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
268
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
269
Fuel Filter .......................................................
269
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
269
Checking the Wiper Blades ......................
271
Changing the Wiper Blades ......................
271
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................
272
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
273
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
275
Vehicle Care
General Information ...................................
277
Cleaning Products .......................................
277
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................
277
Waxing ............................................................
278
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
279
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
279
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
280
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ......................
280
Cleaning Leather Seats .............................
281
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............
281
Cleaning the Wheels ..................................
281
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
282
Body Styling Kits .........................................
283
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................
284
Tire Care .........................................................
284
Using Summer Tires ..................................
299
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Some fuel stations, particularly those in
high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating below 87. We do not recommend
these fuels.
For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See Towing (page 223).
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that will not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
Note: Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 15% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel, using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law. The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
We recommend Top Tier detergent
gasolines to help minimize engine deposits
and maintain optimal vehicle and engine
performance. For additional information,
refer to www.toptiergas.com.
FUEL FILLER FUNNEL
LOCATION
The fuel filler funnel is under the luggage
compartment floor covering.
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SelectShift does not automatically upshift,
even if the engine is approaching the RPM
limit. It must be shifted manually by
pressing the + button.
Pull the + paddle on the steering wheel
to activate SelectShift.
•
Pull the right paddle (+) to upshift.
• Pull the left paddle (–) to downshift. SelectShift in drive (D):
•
Provides a temporary manual mode
for performing more demanding
maneuvers where extra control of gear
selection is required (for example,
when towing or overtaking). This mode
holds a selected gear for a temporary
period of time dependent on driver
inputs (for example, steering or
accelerator pedal input).
SelectShift in sport (S):
• Provides a permanent manual gear
selection where full control of gear
selection is required.
To exit SelectShift mode shift the
transmission into another gear (for
example, drive [D]).
Upshift to the recommended shift speeds
according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recom-
mended for best fuel economy)
Shift from:15 mph (24 km/h)
1 - 2
25 mph (40 km/h)
2 - 3
40 mph (64 km/h)
3 - 4
45 mph (72 km/h)
4 - 5
50 mph (80 km/h)
5 - 6
The instrument cluster displays your
currently selected gear. If a gear is
requested but not available due to vehicle
conditions (low speed, too high engine
speed for requested gear selection), the
current gear flashes three times.
Note: At full accelerator pedal travel, the
transmission automatically downshifts for
maximum performance.
Brake-Shift Interlock Override WARNINGS
When doing this procedure, you need
to take the transmission out of park
(P) which means your vehicle can
roll freely. To avoid unwanted vehicle
movement, always fully apply the parking
brake prior to doing this procedure. Use
wheels chocks if appropriate. If the parking brake is fully released,
but the brake warning lamp remains
illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible. Do not drive your vehicle until you
verify that the stoplamps are
working.
Note:
See your authorized dealer as soon
as possible if this procedure is used.
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Note:
For some markets this feature is
disabled.
Note: This feature only functions if your
12-volt battery has power. If vehicle battery
voltage is not sufficient, an external 12-volt
power source (for example, jumper cables,
battery charger or jump pack) may be
required to function the interlock override
switch.
Use the brake-shift interlock override to
move your transmission from the park
position in the event of an electrical
malfunction. If your vehicle has a dead
battery, you need an external power
source.
1. Apply the parking brake and turn your ignition off before performing this
procedure. 2. Locate your brake-shift interlock
access slot. The slot is located in your
center console storage bin. The access
slot does not have a label.
Note: Make sure that you correctly identify
the access hole as not to damage the media
hub.
3. Using a tool, press and hold the brake shift interlock switch. The indication in
the rotary dial flashes when your
vehicle is in override mode.
4. With the override switch still held, rotate the selector to neutral (N) to
shift from park (P). 5. Release the override button.
6.
Your vehicle remains in Stay in Neutral
mode for wrecker towing purposes or
can be shifted to the desired gear and
driven (if possible).
7. Release the parking brake.
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning
This feature may increase durability and
provide consistent shift feel over the life
of your vehicle. A new vehicle or
transmission may have firm shifts, soft
shifts or both. This operation is considered
normal and does not affect function or
durability of the transmission. Over time,
the adaptive learning process fully updates
transmission operation.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud
or Snow
Note: Do not rock the vehicle if the engine
is not at normal operating temperature or
damage to the transmission may occur.
Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more than
a minute or damage to the transmission and
tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,
you may rock it out by shifting between
forward and reverse gears, stopping
between shifts in a steady pattern. Press
lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
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The system uses three types of guides to
help you see what is behind your vehicle:
•
Active guidelines: Show the intended
path of your vehicle when reversing.
• Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path
your vehicle is moving in while reversing
in a straight line. This can be helpful
when backing into a parking space or
aligning your vehicle with another
object behind you.
• Centerline: Helps align the center of
your vehicle with an object (for
example, a trailer).
Note: If the transmission is in reverse (R)
and the rear cargo door is open, no rear view
camera features will display.
Note: When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing. This might not provide
adequate coverage as it usually provides in
normal operation and some objects might
not be seen. In some vehicles, the guidelines
may disappear when you connect the trailer
tow connector.
The camera may not operate correctly
under the following conditions:
• Nighttime or dark areas if one or both
reverse lamps are not operating.
• Mud, water or debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean the lens with a
soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner.
• The rear of your vehicle is hit or
damaged, causing the camera to
become misaligned.
Camera System Settings
You can access the rear view camera
system settings through the display screen.
See General Information (page 96).
Camera Guidelines
Note: Active guidelines are only available
when the transmission is in reverse (R). Active guidelines
A
Centerline
B
Fixed guideline: Green zone
C
Fixed guideline: Yellow zone
D
Fixed guideline: Red zone
E
Rear bumper
F
Active guidelines are only shown with fixed
guidelines. To use active guidelines, turn
the steering wheel to point the guidelines
toward an intended path. If you change the
steering wheel position while reversing,
your vehicle might deviate from the original
intended path.
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USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Always pay close attention to
changing road conditions when using
adaptive cruise control. The system
does not replace attentive driving. Failing
to pay attention to the road may result in
a crash, serious injury or death. Do not use the adaptive cruise
control when entering or leaving a
highway, on roads with intersections
or roundabouts or non-vehicular traffic or
roads that are winding, slippery, unpaved,
or steep slopes. Do not use the system in poor
visibility, for example fog, heavy rain,
spray or snow.
Do not use the system when towing
a trailer with aftermarket trailer
brake controls. Aftermarket trailer
brakes will not function properly when you
switch the system on because the brakes
are electronically controlled. Failing to do
so may result in loss of vehicle control,
which could result in serious injury. Do not use tire sizes other than those
recommended because this can
affect the normal operation of the
system. Failure to do so may result in a loss
of vehicle control, which could result in
serious injury. Adaptive cruise control may not
detect stationary or slow moving
vehicles below
6 mph (10 km/h).
Adaptive cruise control does not
detect pedestrians or objects in the
road.
Adaptive cruise control does not
detect oncoming vehicles in the
same lane. WARNINGS
Adaptive cruise control is not a crash
warning or avoidance system.
Note:
It is your responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely and be in control of the vehicle
at all times.
The system adjusts your vehicle speed to
maintain the set gap between you and the
vehicle in front of you in the same lane.
You can select four gap settings.
The system uses a radar sensor that
projects a beam directly in front of your
vehicle. The adaptive cruise controls are on the
steering wheel.
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
On
Press
ON.
The indicator, current gap setting
and set speed appear in the
information display.
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Note:
The system may not alert you if a
vehicle quickly passes through the detection
zone.
Blocked Sensors The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.
Note:
Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.
Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display. See
Information Messages (page 105). The
alert indicators remain illuminated but the
system does not alert you.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault, a warning
lamp illuminates and a message displays.
See Information Messages (page 105).
Switching the System Off and On
You can switch the system off using the
information display. See
General
Information (page 96). When you switch
the system off, a warning lamp illuminates
and a message displays. When you switch
the system on or off, the alert indicators
flash twice.
Note: The system remembers the last
setting when you start your vehicle. Note:
The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with a
trailer tow module and tow bar approved
by us, the system turns off when you attach
a trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.
To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer.
CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Do not use the cross traffic alert
system as a replacement for using
the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before reversing
out of a parking space. The cross traffic
alert system is not a replacement for
careful driving. The system may not operate
properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice,
heavy rain and spray. Always drive with
due care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash. The system is designed to alert you of
vehicles approaching from the sides when
you shift into reverse (R).
Using the Cross Traffic Alert
System
The system is designed to detect vehicles
that approach with a speed up to
37 mph
(60 km/h). Coverage decreases when the
sensors are partially, mostly or fully
obstructed. Slowly reversing helps increase
the coverage area and effectiveness.
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