2018 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT technical specifications

Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................178
In California (U.S. Only)..............................179
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)......................180
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................181
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................181
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................182
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................183
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................183
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................185
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................186
Changing a Fuse...........................................195
Maintenance
General Information....................................197
Opening and Closing the Hood...............197
Under Hood Overview................................199
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................200
Engine Oil Check
.........................................200
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................201
Engine Cooling Fan......................................201
Engine Coolant Check...............................202
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
...........................................................206
Brake Fluid Check
.......................................206
Washer Fluid Check
....................................206
Changing the 12V Battery.........................206
Checking the Wiper Blades
.....................208
Changing the Wiper Blades
....................208
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................211
Changing a Bulb............................................212
Bulb Specification Chart............................217
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................218 Drive Belt Routing.........................................218
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products........................................219
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................220
Waxing..............................................................221
Cleaning the Engine
.....................................221
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................221
Cleaning the Interior....................................222
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................222
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................223
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............224
Cleaning the Wheels..................................224
Vehicle Storage.............................................224
Wheels and Tires
General Information
....................................227
Tire Care
..........................................................228
Using Snow Chains.....................................243
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........244
Changing a Road Wheel...........................248
Technical Specifications...........................253
Capacities and Specific- ations
Engine Specifications
.................................255
Motorcraft Parts
...........................................255
Vehicle Identification Number................255
Vehicle Certification Label
.......................256
Transmission Code Designation.............257
Capacities and Specifications
................257
Audio System
General Information....................................261
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......262
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC............................................................265
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
• This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio
certification number only signifies that
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met. The typical operating range for your
transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).
Vehicles with the remote start feature will
have a greater range. One of the following
could cause a decrease in operating range:
• Weather conditions.
• Nearby radio towers.
• Structures around the vehicle.
• Other vehicles parked next to your
vehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions,
for example amateur radios, medical
equipment, wireless headphones, remote
controls and alarm systems can also use
the radio frequency used by your remote
control. If the frequencies are jammed, you
will not be able to use your remote control.
You can lock and unlock the doors with the
key. Note:
Make sure to lock your vehicle before
leaving it unattended.
Note: If you are in range, the remote control
will operate if you press any button
unintentionally.
Note: The remote control contains sensitive
electrical components. Exposure to moisture
or impact may cause permanent damage.
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If
Equipped) Note:
Your vehicle ’s keys came with a
security label that provides important
vehicle key cut information. Keep the label
in a safe place for future reference.
Programming a New Remote
Control
You can program your own integrated
keyhead transmitter or standard
SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. See
Passive Anti-Theft System
(page 58).
Replacing the Battery
The remote control uses one coin type
three volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful
interference.
• This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio
certification number only signifies that
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met. Changing Tires With a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
Note:
Each road tire is equipped with a tire
pressure sensor located inside the wheel
and tire assembly cavity. The pressure
sensor is attached to the valve stem. The
pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is
not visible unless the tire is removed. Take
care when changing the tire to avoid
damaging the sensor. You should always have your tires serviced
by an authorized dealer.
Check the tire pressure periodically (at
least monthly) using an accurate tire
gauge. See When Inflating the Tires in
this chapter.
Understanding the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
The system measures the pressure in the
four road tires and sends the tire pressure
readings to your vehicle. The low tire
pressure warning light will illuminate if any
of the tire pressures are significantly low.
If the warning light is illuminated, one or
more of the tires are under-inflated and
need to be inflated to the correct pressure.
When the Temporary Spare Tire is
Installed
If one of the road wheels and tire needs to
be replaced with the temporary spare
wheel and tire, the system will continue to
identify a defect. This is to remind you that
the damaged road wheel and tire must be
repaired and refitted to your vehicle.
To restore the correct operation of the
system, you must have the repaired road
wheel and tire assembly refitted to your
vehicle. For additional information, see
Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
in this section.
When You Believe the System is Not
Operating Correctly
The main function of the system is to warn
you when the tire pressures are low. It can
also warn you in the event the system is
no longer capable of operating correctly.
See the following chart for information
concerning the system:
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10. Arrows on the sill panel cover show
the location of the jacking points (A).11. Align the slot on top of the jack with
the sheet metal flange indicated by
the jack locator triangle next to the
tire you are changing. Turn the jack
handle clockwise until the wheel is
completely off the ground.
Note: Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
12. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
13. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts
until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts
until the wheel has been lowered. 14. Lower the wheel by turning the jack
handle counterclockwise. 15.
Remove the jack and fully tighten the
lug nuts in the order shown. Tighten
the lug nuts to the correct
specification. See Technical
Specifications (page 253).
16. Fit the wheel cover onto the rim making sure the valve stem aligns
with the indent in the ring on the back
of the cover. Tap it with the palm of
your hand to lock it into place.
Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire
Do not raise the spare wheel carrier
without the wheel attached. Damage can
occur to the winch mechanism if lowered
without a wheel attached.
Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage
instructions may result in failure of cable or
loss of spare tire.
Note: Do not lay alloy wheels face down
on the ground, this will damage the paint.
When stowing the flat tire use a sheet or
mat under the wheel to protect the paint.
1. Stow the flat or spare tire with the valve stem facing downward.
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2. Slide the wheel partially under the
vehicle and install the retainer through
the wheel center. Pull on the cables to
align the components at the end of the
cables.
3. Attach the second cable by screwing the bolt into one of the holes in the
wheel.
4. Turn the end of the first cable so it fits through the slot and install the cable.
Then slide the cap over the retainer.
5. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise
the tire to its stowed position
underneath the vehicle. The effort to
turn the jack handle increases
significantly when the tire is raised to
the maximum tightness. Tighten to the
best of your ability. 6. Check that the tire is flat against the
frame and is fully tight. Try to push or
pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will
not move. Loosen and retighten, if
necessary. Failure to properly stow the
spare tire may result in failure of the
winch cable and loss of the tire.
7. Repeat this tightness check procedure
when servicing the spare tire pressure
(every six months, per scheduled
maintenance information), or at any
time that the spare tire is disturbed
through service of other components.
Return the jack and tools to the storage
position in the cargo area.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications WARNING
When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials
present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub,
brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners
that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting
surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the
wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off
while your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control. Ib-ft (Nm)
*
Bolt size
100 (135)
M12 x 1.5
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford
recommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any
wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).
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Radio Frequency Statement
FCC ID: ACJ-SYNCG3-L
IC: 216B-SYNCG3-L
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2)
this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment. The
term "IC" before the radio certification
number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
The antenna used for this transmitter must
not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Taiwan Territory
Note: In accordance with the management
approach of low-power radio wave
radiation motors:
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Clock........................................................................\
361
Display................................................................... 370
General.................................................................. 368
Media Player....................................................... 360
Mobile Apps......................................................... 367
Navigation............................................................ 365
Phone...................................................................... 361
Radio...................................................................... 364
Sound..................................................................... 359
Valet Mode............................................................. 371
Vehicle................................................................... 369
Voice Control........................................................ 371
Wi-Fi....................................................................... 369
Side Airbags.....................................................42
Sitting in the Correct Position..................103
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 243
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................ 13
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................394
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 145
Stability Control............................................138
Principle of Operation....................................... 138
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch............................................ 116
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................117 Cold or Hot Engine............................................... 117
Engine Idle Speed after Starting.................... 117
Flooded Engine..................................................... 117
Starting and Stopping the Engine...........116 General Information........................................... 116
Steering.............................................................151 Electric Power Steering..................................... 151
Steering Wheel
...............................................60
Storage Compartments..............................115
Sun Shades.......................................................77 Bounce-Back......................................................... 78
Opening and Closing the Sun Shade............78
Sun Shade Relearning........................................ 78
Supplementary Restraints System..........37 Principle of Operation......................................... 37
Switching Off the Engine............................117 Vehicles With a Turbocharger......................... 117Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3.........................................................315
General Information.......................................... 315
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.......................371
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................293
911 Assist............................................................... 293
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 295
SYNC™.............................................................277 General Information.......................................... 277
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................306
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate........................................... 56
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............255
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................180
Tire Care
..........................................................228
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 230
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 228
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................. 231
Temperature A B C............................................ 229
Traction AA A B C............................................... 229
Treadwear............................................................. 229
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
...........244
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 245
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Reset Procedure......................................................... 247
Understanding the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............................................................. 245
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 227
Towing a Trailer.............................................162 Load Placement.................................................. 162
Towing Points
.................................................167
Recovery Hook..................................................... 167
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................169
Emergency Towing............................................ 169
Recreational Vehicle Towing.......................... 169
Towing..............................................................162
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Blind Spot Monitor...............................................
81
Brake System.......................................................... 81
Cruise Control......................................................... 81
Direction Indicator................................................ 81
Engine Oil................................................................. 81
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp....................... 81
Fog Lamps - Front................................................ 81
High Beam............................................................... 81
Information.............................................................. 81
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 82
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 82
Parking Lamps...................................................... 82
Service Engine Soon........................................... 82
Traction and Stability Control......................... 82
Traction and Stability Control Off.................82
Washer Fluid Check....................................206
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 220
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 63
Waxing..............................................................221
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 248
Wheels and Tires
..........................................227
General Information.......................................... 227
Technical Specifications................................. 253
Windows and Mirrors
....................................73
Windshield Washers.....................................64
Windshield Wipers.........................................63 Intermittent Wipe................................................. 63
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 63
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................208
Wipers and Washers.....................................63
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 168
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