Active Park Assist........................................210
Rear View Camera.......................................218
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation................................222
Using Cruise Control..................................222
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................223
Driving Aids
Driver Alert....................................................232
Lane Keeping System................................234
Blind Spot Information System................239
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................241
Steering.........................................................245
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................246
Drive Control.................................................251
Load Carrying
Load Limit......................................................253
Towing
Towing a Trailer...........................................258
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......258
Driving Hints
Breaking-In...................................................259
Economical Driving.....................................259
Driving Through Water..............................259
Floor Mats.....................................................260
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................262
Hazard Flashers..........................................263
Fuel Shutoff..................................................263
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................264
Collision, Damage or Fire Event..............267
Post-Crash Alert System...........................268
Transporting the Vehicle...........................269
Towing Points...............................................269
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................271
In California (U.S. Only)..............................272
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................273
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only)..........................................274
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada......................................................275
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................................277
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)......277
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)......................................................................278
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................279
Changing a Fuse.........................................295
Maintenance
General Information...................................298
Opening and Closing the Hood..............298
Under Hood Overview..............................299
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................301
Engine Oil Check.........................................301
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................302
Engine Coolant Check...............................302
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check......307
Brake Fluid Check.......................................307
Washer Fluid Check...................................308
Fuel Filter......................................................308
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Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
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Settings
—On or OffEasy Entry / Exit
Adaptive HeadlampsLighting
On or OffAuto Highbeam
On or OffDaytime Lights
Select time intervalAutolamp Delay
On or OffWelcome Lighting
On or OffAutolockLocks
On or OffAutounlock
On or OffAudibleFeedback
On or OffExterior Lights
On or OffMislock
All doors or Driver doorRemote Unlocking
On or OffAutofoldMirrors
Hold OK to InitializeNeutral Tow
Set to XXX % - Hold OK to ResetOil Life Reset
Enable or Disable SwitchPower Decklid
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Information Displays
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR RESET
Use the information display controls on thesteering wheel to reset the oil changeindicator.
From the main menu scroll to:
Action and descriptionMessage
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scroll tothe following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the OK buttonuntil the instrument clusterdisplays the followingmessage.
Hold OK toReset
Reset Successful
Action and descriptionMessage
When the oil change indicatorresets the instrument clusterdisplays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument clusterdisplays one of the followingmessages, repeat theprocess.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
WARNING: Never remove the coolantreservoir cap when the engine is running orhot.
WARNING: Do not put coolant in thewindshield washer reservoir. If sprayed onthe windshield, coolant could make it difficultto see through the windshield.
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofpersonal injury, make sure the engine is coolbefore unscrewing the coolant pressure reliefcap. The cooling system is under pressure.Steam and hot liquid can come out forcefullywhen you loosen the cap slightly.
WARNING: Do not add coolant furtherthan the MAX mark.
Your vehicle has two separate coolingsystems. One for cooling the engine and aseparate system for cooling the invertersystem controller that is specific to the hybridoperating system. The two systems operatesimilarly, with the inverter system controllercooling system generally operating at a lowertemperature and pressure.
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Maintenance
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no cooling systemleaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery, werecommend that you disconnect thebattery cables to maintain battery chargefor quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers andpins under your vehicle are covered withgrease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every15 days to lubricate working parts andprevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt orgrease film build-up on window surfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collected duringstorage such as mice or squirrel nests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collected duringstorage.
•Check tire pressures and set tire inflationper the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Drive yourvehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth toremove rust build-up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant, oiland gas) to make sure there are no leaks,and fluids are at recommended levels.
•If you remove the battery, clean thebattery cable ends and check fordamage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have anyconcerns or issues.
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside of yourvehicle and the ground is less than that ofother models. Drive with extreme care toavoid damage to your vehicle.
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Vehicle Care
Your vehicle is equipped with an informationdisplay, which indicates the proper oilchange interval. This interval may be up toone year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km).
When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OILCHANGE REQUIRED appears in theinformation display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 mi (800 km)of the ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OILCHANGE REQUIRED message appearing.Make sure you reset the oil monitoringsystem after each oil change. See OilChange Indicator Reset (page 302).
If your information display resetsprematurely, becomes inoperative or thevehicle battery becomes discharged ordisconnected, the oil monitoring systemresets to 100% oil life. You should changeyour engine oil one year or 10,000 mi(16,000 km) from the previous oil change.Never exceed one year or 10,000 mi(16,000 km) between oil change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performance systems.Every manufacturer develops these systemsusing different specifications andperformance features. That is why it isimportant to rely upon your dealership toproperly diagnose and repair your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various parts andcomponent systems based upon engineeringtesting. Ford Motor Company relies upon thistesting to determine the most appropriatemileage for replacement of oils and fluids toprotect your vehicle at the lowest overall costto you and recommends againstmaintenance schedules that deviate fromthe scheduled maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorizedre-manufactured replacement partsengineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford WorkshopManual list the recommended additives andchemicals for your vehicle. We do notrecommend using chemicals or additives notapproved by us as part of your vehicle’snormal maintenance. Please consult yourwarranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normaloperating characteristic and, by itself, doesnot necessarily indicate a concern or that thefluid needs to be changed. However, aqualified expert, such as the factory-trainedtechnicians at your dealership, shouldinspect discolored fluids that also show signsof overheating or foreign materialcontamination immediately.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Normal Scheduled Maintenance 1, 2
Change engine oil and filter. 3Every 12 months or10,000 mi (16,000 km). Theoil monitoring systemdisplays a message in theinformation display.
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system and motor/electronics cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect half-shaft boots.
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and tie-rod ends.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).3 Reset the oil monitoring system after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 302).
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Lighting Control..............................................86Flashing the Headlamp High Beam.................87Headlamp High Beam.........................................87
Lighting..............................................................86General Information.............................................86
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services......12Lincoln Protect..............................................483Lincoln Protect (CANADA ONLY)....................484Lincoln Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................483
Load Carrying................................................253Load Limit.......................................................253Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles............................................................257Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer................................................................253
Locking and Unlocking..................................67Activating Intelligent Access.............................68Autolock..................................................................70Battery Saver...........................................................71Illuminated Entry...................................................70Illuminated Exit......................................................70Locking and Unlocking the Doors with theKey Blade...........................................................69Luggage Compartment........................................71Power Door Locks................................................67Remote Control.....................................................67
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent AccessKeys.....................................................................69
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Maintenance..................................................298General Information...........................................298
Media Hub......................................................369Memory Function..........................................152Easy Entry and Exit Feature..............................153Linking a PreSet Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob.......153Saving a PreSet Position...................................152
Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................110
MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors.................................94
Mobile Communications Equipment...........14Moonroof..........................................................99Opening and Closing..........................................101Type 1.....................................................................100Type 2....................................................................100
Motorcraft Parts............................................354MyKey Troubleshooting................................65MyKey™..............................................................62Principle of Operation.........................................62
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Navigation......................................................424cityseeker.............................................................433Destination Mode...............................................425Map Mode............................................................424Navigation Map Updates..................................434Navigation Menu................................................430SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link......................434SYNC AppLink.....................................................433Waypoints.............................................................432
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.............490
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................302Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................301
Opening and Closing the Hood...............298Closing the Hood...............................................299Opening the Hood.............................................298
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................277Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual.............277
Overhead Console.......................................165
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