2019 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT Owners Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Open the front door.
2. Pull the hood release handle.
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3. Move the catch to the left.
4.
Open the hood and support it with the
support rod.
Closing the Hood
1. Remove the support rod from the catch
and secure correctly.
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last 8
inches to 12 inches (20 centimeters
to 30 centimeters).
Note: Make sure the hood is fully closed.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.5L DURATORQ-TDCI DIESEL
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Engine coolant reservoir
*
: See
Engine Coolant Check (page
268).
A
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine
Oil Dipstick
(page 265).
B
Engine oil dipstick *
:
See Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 265).
C
Brake and clutch fluid reservoir *
:
See
Brake Fluid Check (page
272).
D Battery: See Changing the 12V
Battery
(page 273).
E
Engine compartment fuse box:
See
Fuses (page 254).
F
Air cleaner: No maintenance
necessary.
G
Windshield and rear window
washer fluid reservoir:
See
Washer Fluid Check (page 273).
H
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick
are colored for easy identification.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L DURATEC-HE (MI4)/2.0L FLEX
FUEL
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Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page
268).
A
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine
Oil Dipstick (page 266).
B
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine
Oil Check
(page 266).
C
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake
Fluid Check (page 272).
D Battery. See
Changing the 12V
Battery (page 273).
E
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuse Box Locations (page
254
).
F
Air filter. See
Changing the
Engine Air Filter (page 283).
G
Windshield and rear window
washer reservoir. See
Washer
Fluid Check (page 273).
H
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.5L
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Engine coolant reservoir
*
: See
Engine Coolant Check (page
268).
A
Engine oil filler cap *
: See Engine
Oil Check
(page 266).
B
Engine oil dipstick *
:
See Engine
Oil Check (page 266).
C
Brake fluid reservoir *
:
See Brake
Fluid Check (page 272).
D
Battery: See Changing the 12V
Battery
(page 273).
E
Engine compartment fuse box:
See
Fuses (page 254).
F
Air cleaner:
See Changing the
Engine Air Filter (page 283).
G
Windshield and rear window
washer fluid reservoir:
See
Washer Fluid Check (page 273).
H
* The filler caps and the engine oil dipstick
are colored for easy identification. ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 1.5L
DURATORQ-TDCI DIESEL
Minimum.
A
Maximum.
B
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK - 2.0L
DURATEC-HE (MI4)/2.0L FLEX
FUEL/2.5L
Minimum.
A
Nominal.
B
Maximum.
C
ENGINE OIL CHECK WARNING: Do not work on a hot
engine.
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading. 5. Open the hood. See
Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 261).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 262).
7. Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level.
8. Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately.
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING:
Do not add engine oil
when the engine is hot. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview (page 262).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 340). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage. Note:
Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Only reset the system after changing the
engine oil and oil filter.
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
1. Switch the ignition on. Do not start the
engine.
2. Fully press the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time.
3. Keep the accelerator and brake pedals
fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, a message appears confirming that the reset is in
progress.
5. After 25 seconds, a message appears confirming that the reset is complete.
6. Release the accelerator and brake pedals.
7. Switch the ignition off.
ENGINE COOLING FAN -
GASOLINE WARNING:
Keep your hands and
clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
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ENGINE COOLING FAN -
DIESEL
WARNING: Keep your hands and
clothing clear of the engine cooling fan.
Under certain conditions, the engine
cooling fan may continue to run for several
minutes after you switch your vehicle off.
This could happen in low ambient
temperatures and independent of the
engine coolant temperature, for example
short journeys or low coolant temperature.
See
Diesel Particulate Filter (page 163).
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the cooling
system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the
cooling system to cool down. Cover the
coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to
prevent the possibility of scalding and
slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. WARNING: Do not put coolant in the
windshield washer reservoir. If sprayed on
the windshield, coolant could make it
difficult to see through the windshield. WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant
pressure relief cap. The cooling system is
under pressure. Steam and hot liquid can
come out forcefully when you loosen the
cap slightly. WARNING:
Do not add coolant
further than the MAX mark. When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the coolant at
the intervals listed in the scheduled
maintenance information. See Scheduled
Maintenance
(page 416).
Note: Make sure that the coolant level is
between the
MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the
MAX mark.
Maintain coolant concentration within
48% to 50%, which equates to a freeze
point between
-29°F (-34°C) and -35°F
(-37°C). Coolant concentration should be
checked using a refractometer. We do not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentration.
Adding Coolant WARNING:
Do not add engine
coolant when the engine is hot. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the cooling
system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the
cooling system to cool down. Cover the
coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to
prevent the possibility of scalding and
slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury.
Note: Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Take care not to put
engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid reservoir or windshield washer fluid in
the engine coolant reservoir.
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