2019 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT ECO mode

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you can
switch the headlamps on by pulling the
direction indicator lever toward you. You
will hear a short tone. The headlamps will
switch off automatically after three
minutes with any door open or 30 seconds
after the last door has been closed. You
can cancel this feature by pulling the
direction indicator toward you again or
switching the ignition on.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL
WARNING: The system does not
relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may need
to override the system if it does not turn
the high beams on or off.
The system turns on high beams if it is dark
enough and no other traffic is present. If it
detects an approaching vehicle ’s
headlamps or tail lamps, or street lighting
ahead, the system turns off high beams
before they can distract other road users.
Low beams remain on.
Note: The system may not operate properly
if the sensor is blocked. Keep the windshield
free from obstruction or damage.
Note: The system may not operate properly
in cold or inclement conditions. You can
switch on the high beams by overriding the
system.
Note: If the system detects a blockage, for
example bird droppings, bug splatter, snow
or ice, the system goes into low beam mode
until you clear the blockage. A message may
appear in the information display if the
camera is blocked. Note:
Using much larger tires or equipping
vehicle accessories such as snowplows can
modify your vehicle's ride height and
degrade automatic high beam control
performance.
A camera sensor, centrally mounted
behind the windshield of your vehicle,
continuously monitors conditions to turn
the high beams on and off.
Once the system is active, the high beams
turn on if:
• The ambient light level is low enough.
• There is no traffic in front of your
vehicle.
• The vehicle speed is greater than
approximately
32 mph (51 km/h).
The system turns the high beams off if:
• The ambient light level is high enough
that high beams are not required.
• The system detects an approaching
vehicle's headlamps or tail lamps.
• The vehicle speed falls below
approximately
27 mph (44 km/h).
• The system detects severe rain, snow
or fog.
• The camera is blocked.
Switching the System On and Off
Switch the system on using the information
display. See Information Displays (page
92
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The fuel filler door is on the
left-hand side of your vehicle.
A
The fuel filler door is on the
right-hand side of your vehicle.
B
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
At normal operating temperature, the
needle remains in the center section. If the
needle enters the red section, the engine
is overheating. Stop your vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off
and allow it to cool.
Note: The system reduces the engine speed
if you continue to operate the engine at a
high engine speed.
Note: Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been determined
and resolved.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information. Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and operate the
same as a warning lamp but do not
illuminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
It illuminates white when the system is in
standby mode. It illuminates green when
you set the adaptive cruise speed.
Airbag Warning Lamp If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, continues
to flash or remains on when the
engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Lamp If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Your vehicle
continues to have normal braking without
the anti-lock brake system function. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Information System
Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system off. See Blind Spot
Information System (page 209).
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Doors and Locks
Description
Message
The door listed is not completely closed.
Driver Door Ajar
Passenger Door Ajar
Rear Left Door Ajar
Rear Right Door Ajar
Liftgate Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.
Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Driver Alert Description
Message
Take a break due to low alertness levels.
Driver Alert Warning Rest
Now
We recommend that you take a break due to low alertness
levels.
Driver Alert Warning Rest
Suggested
Engine Description
Message
Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off
and allow it to cool. Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Engine Coolant Over
Temperature
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HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE -
VEHICLES WITH: AUTOMATIC
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
General Hints
Do not place objects under the front seats
as this may interfere with directing air to
the rear seats.
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the
air intake area at the base of the
windshield.
Note:
You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: Use air conditioning with recirculated
air to improve cooling performance and
efficiency.
Note: When you select automatic mode
and the outside temperature is low and the
engine is cold, air is directed to the
windshield and the outer instrument panel
air vents.
Note: When you select automatic mode
and the outside temperature and in-vehicle
temperature is high, the system selects
recirculated air to maximize cooling. When
the required temperature is reached,
recirculated air turns off.
Note: When you select maximum defrost,
air conditioning turns on and air is directed
to the windshield air vents. Recommended Settings for
Heating
•
Press AUTO.
• Select the required temperature.
Note: Adjusting the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is
not necessary. The system automatically
adjusts to heat or cool the interior to your
selected temperature as quickly as possible.
For the system to function efficiently, the
instrument panel and side air vents should
be fully open.
Quickly Cooling the Interior
• Press MAX A/C.
Note: To improve the time to reach a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.
Recommended Settings for
Cooling
• Press AUTO.
• Select the required temperature.
Defogging the Side Windows in
Cold Weather
• Select maximum defrost.
Defogging or Clearing the
Windshield of Thin Ice
• Select maximum defrost.
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PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH
WARNING: Always check that the
steering wheel lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle. Failure
to deactivate the steering wheel lock could
result in a crash.
Switching the Ignition On to
Accessory Mode Press the push button ignition switch once
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal. It is on the instrument panel near
the steering wheel. All electrical circuits
and accessories are operational and the
warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
Press the push button ignition switch again
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal to switch the ignition off.
Note:
The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: The ignition turns off if you leave your
vehicle unattended. This is to prevent the
vehicle battery from losing charge. Note:
A valid passive key must be inside
your vehicle to switch the ignition on and
start the engine.
Starting The Engine - Vehicles with
Manual Transmission (If Equipped)
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: If you release the clutch pedal during
engine starting, the engine stops cranking.
Starting The Engine - Vehicles with
Automatic Transmission
(If Equipped)
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: If you release the brake pedal during
engine starting, the engine stops cranking.
Vehicles with a Diesel Engine
(If
Equipped)
Note: The engine does not crank until the
glow plug indicator turns off. This may take
several seconds in extremely cold
conditions.
Failure to Start - Vehicles with
Manual Transmission
(If Equipped)
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the engine, do the
following:
1. Insert the passive key into the backup position. See
Passive Key Backup
Position (page 55).
2. With the passive key in this position, you can use the push button ignition
switch to switch the ignition on and
start the engine.
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WARNING: The sensors may not
detect objects in heavy rain or other
conditions that cause interference. WARNING:
You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death.
Active park assist is a multi-step process
and may require you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until the parking
maneuver is complete.
If you are uncomfortable with the proximity
to any vehicle or object, you may choose
to override the system by grabbing the
steering wheel, or by taking full control of
your vehicle after pressing the active park
assist button.
Keep your hands, hair, clothing and any
loose items clear of the steering wheel
when using active park assist.
The sensors are on the front and rear
bumpers.
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.
Note: Do not cover up the sensors.
Note: Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.
Note: The sensors may not detect objects
with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves.
The sensors may falsely detect objects due
to ultrasonic interference caused by, for
example motorcycle exhausts, truck air
brakes or horns. Note:
If you change any tires, the system
must recalibrate and may not correctly
operate for a short time.
The system may not correctly operate in
any of the following conditions:
• You use a spare tire or a tire that is
significantly worn more than the other
tires.
• One or more tires are incorrectly
inflated.
• You try to park on a tight curve.
• Something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space. For
example, a pedestrian or cyclist.
• The edge of the neighboring parked
vehicle is high off the ground. For
example, a bus, tow truck or flatbed
truck.
• The weather conditions are poor. For
example, during heavy rain, snow, fog,
high humidity and high temperatures.
Do not use the system if:
• You have attached an add-on
accessory close to the sensors on the
front or rear of your vehicle. For
example, a bike rack or trailer.
• You have attached an overhanging
object to the roof. For example, a
surfboard.
• The front bumper, rear bumper or the
side sensors are damaged.
• The correct tire size is not in use on your
vehicle. For example, a mini-spare tire.
Using Active Park Assist
Selecting an Active Park Assist Mode Press the button once to
activate parallel parking. Press
the button a second time to
activate perpendicular parking. If you press
the button again the system switches off.
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SPEED LIMITER
Principle of Operation
WARNING: When you are going
downhill, your vehicle speed may increase
above the set speed. The system will not
apply the brakes but a warning displays.
Failure to follow this warning could result
in serious personal injury or death.
The system allows you to set a speed, to
which your vehicle then becomes limited.
The set speed will become the effective
maximum speed of your vehicle, but with
the option to temporarily exceed this limit
if required.
Using the System
The system is operated by adjustment
controls mounted on the steering
wheel. Set speed increase
A
On and off
B
Set speed decrease
C
Cancel and resume
D Note:
The set speed limit can be
intentionally exceeded for a short period of
time if required, for example when
overtaking.
Switching the System On and Off
Press switch B. The information display
will prompt you to set a speed.
Setting the Speed Limit
Press switch A or C with the limiter in
standby mode to set the limiter to the
current vehicle speed.
Press switch A or C to select your desired
speed limit. The speed is displayed in the
information display and stored as the set
speed.
Pull switch D to cancel the limiter and
place it in standby mode. The information
display will confirm this has been turned
off by showing the set speed crossed out.
Pull switch D again to resume the limiter.
The information display will confirm this
has been turned on by showing the set
speed again.
Intentionally Exceeding the Set Speed
Limit
Depress the accelerator fully to temporarily
switch the system off. The system will turn
on once your vehicle speed drops below
the set speed.
System Warnings
If you accidently exceed the set speed, the
set speed indicator flashes in the
information display and a warning tone
sounds.
If you intentionally exceed the set speed,
the set speed indicator flashes in the
information display.
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B
C
D

The system uses radar sensors that are
located behind the bumper fascia on each
side of your vehicle. Do not allow mud,
snow or bumper stickers to obstruct these
areas, this can cause degraded system
performance. See Blind Spot
Information System (page 209). If the
Blind Spot Information System is blocked,
Cross Traffic Alert is also blocked. A
corresponding message appears in the
information display as soon as you shift
the transmission into reverse (R).
System Limitations
Cross Traffic Alert has its limitations;
situations such as severe weather
conditions or debris build-up on the sensor
area may limit vehicle detection.
The following are other situations that may
limit the Cross Traffic Alert performance:
• Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
obstructing the sensors.
• Approaching vehicles passing at
speeds greater than
37 mph
(60 km/h).
• Driving in reverse faster than
7 mph
(12 km/h).
• Backing out of an angled parking spot.
False Alerts
Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar with a
factory equipped trailer tow module and it
is towing a trailer, the sensors will
automatically turn the Cross Traffic Alert
off. If your vehicle has a tow bar but no
factory equipped trailer tow module, it is
recommended to turn the Cross Traffic Alert
off manually. Operating Cross Traffic Alert
with a trailer attached will cause poor Cross
Traffic Alert performance. There may be certain instances when there
is a false alert by the Cross Traffic Alert
system that illuminates the alert indicator
with no vehicle in the coverage zone. Some
amount of false alerts are normal; they are
temporary and self-correct.
System Errors
If Cross Traffic Alert senses a problem with
the left or right sensor a message will
appear in the information display. See
Information Messages
(page 94).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch Cross Traffic
Alert off in the information display. See
General Information
(page 92). When
you switch Cross Traffic Alert off, you will
not receive alerts and the information
display will display a system off message.
Note: The Cross Traffic Alert switches on
whenever the ignition is switched on and
ready to provide appropriate alerts when
the transmission is in reverse (R). Cross
Traffic Alert will not remember the last
selected on or off setting.
You can also have Cross Traffic Alert
switched off permanently at an authorized
dealer. Once switched off permanently,
the system can only be switched back on
at an authorized dealer.
ECO MODE
Principle of Operation
The system is designed to monitor certain
driving characteristics to help you drive
more efficiently. See Economical Driving
(page
238).
Note: The efficiency levels do not result in
a defined fuel consumption figure. See Fuel
Consumption
(page 157).
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