12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING
Do not plug optional electrical
accessories into the cigar lighter
socket. Incorrect use of the cigar
lighter can cause damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty, and can result in fire
or serious injury. Note:
When you switch the ignition on, you
can use the socket to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after you
switch the ignition off, switch the ignition
on.
Note: Do not hang any accessory from the
accessory plug.
Note: Do not use the power point over the
vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or
a fuse may blow.
Note: Always keep the power point caps
closed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point. This
damages the power point and may blow
the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the
power point.
To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
• Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the vehicle is not
running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods. Locations
Power points may be in the following
locations:
•
On the front of the center console.
• Inside the center console.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 83
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 119
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 120
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 12
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................192 Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................ 193
Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................. 192
Adjusting the Pedals.....................................58
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
...................56
Airbag Disposal...............................................49
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 83
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............196
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 55
All-Wheel Drive...............................................112
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................55
Alarm System........................................................ 55
Arming the Alarm................................................. 55
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 55
Triggering the Alarm............................................ 55
Appendices....................................................326
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............73 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 73
Key in Ignition Warning Chime......................... 73
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 73
Audio Control..................................................56 Auxiliary Steering Wheel Controls.................57
Audio Input Jack...........................................262
Audio System................................................256 General Information......................................... 256
Audio Unit.......................................................257 Menu Structure................................................... 259
Autolamps.........................................................61 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 61Automatic Transmission
...........................109
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................... 111
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 109
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow..................................................................... 111
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 109
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.0L EcoBoost™........................................185
6F35 Transmission............................................ 185
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™/
3.7L..................................................................185
6F50/6F55 Transmission............................... 185
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels.................................................................. 187
Checking the fluid level.................................... 187
Moving the Air Filter Assembly (Accessing the Dipstick).................................................... 186
Reinstalling The Air Filter Assembly...........188
Auxiliary Power Points.................................90 12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 90
Locations................................................................ 90
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive........................................... 112
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 189
Blind Spot Information System..............130 Switching the System Off and On.................131
System Errors........................................................ 131
System Limitations............................................. 131
Using the System............................................... 130
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........130
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............174
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 26
Brake Fluid Check
........................................188
Brakes................................................................119 General Information........................................... 119
Breaking-In......................................................147
Bulb Specification Chart...........................194
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