ESC Features
Traction ControlSystem
Electronic
Stability Control
Stability Control
Off Light
Mode
Button Func-
tions
Enabled
Enabled
On during bulb
check
Default - Trac-
tion Control On and Normal
AdvanceTrac
Default at start-
up
Disabled
Enabled
On
Traction Control
Off
Button
momentarily
pressed - single press
Disabled
Disabled
On
AdvanceTrac
Off
Button pressed
and held for five seconds
Enabled
Enabled
Off
Return to
Default
Button pressed
when in Trac-
tion Control Off or AdvanceTrac Off
Note: Do not use the AdvanceTrac Off
setting on public roadways.
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TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
(IF EQUIPPED)
Principle of Operation
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. WARNING: The system may not
function if the sensor is blocked.
Note: In cold and severe weather conditions
the system may not function. Rain, snow,
spray and large contrasts in lighting can all
prevent the sensor from functioning
correctly.
Note: Do not carry out windshield repairs
in the immediate area surrounding the
sensor.
Note: If your vehicle has a suspension kit
not approved by us, the system may not
correctly function.
Note: Always fit Ford original parts when
replacing headlamp bulbs. Other bulbs may
reduce system performance.
Note: The system may not detect all traffic
signs and may incorrectly read signs.
Note: Keep the windshield free from
obstructions for example bird droppings,
insects and snow or ice.
Note: The system is designed to detect
traffic signs meeting the Vienna convention.
Note: Traffic sign data provided by the
navigation system contains information
integrated to the data carrier release. The sensor is behind the interior rear view
mirror. It continuously monitors road signs
to inform you of the current maximum
speed limit and overtaking regulations.
The system detects recognizable traffic
signs, for example:
•
Speed limit signs.
• No overtaking signs.
• Speed limit cancellation signs.
• No overtaking cancellation signs.
Using Traffic Sign Recognition
Setting the System Speed Warning
The system has a number of speed
warning levels that you can set using the
information display. See
General
Information (page 112).
System Display The system can display two traffic signs
in parallel.
You can view the status at any time using
the information display.
The system displays recognizable traffic
signs in four stages as follows:
1. All new traffic signs appear brighter
than the others in the display.
2. After a predetermined time they display normally.
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4. Disconnect the negative battery cable
terminal.
5. Disconnect the positive battery cable terminal.
6. Remove the battery securing clamp.
7. Remove the battery.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Before reconnecting the battery,
make sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals
are fully tightened.
If you disconnect or replace the vehicle
battery, you must reset the following
features:
• Window bounce-back. See Power
Windows (page 97).
• Clock Settings.
• Pre-set radio stations.
Battery Disposal Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
about recycling old batteries.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,
have the aim of the headlamp beam
checked by an authorized dealer. 8 ft (2.4 m)
A
Ground to the center of the
headlamp high beam bulb
B
25 ft (7.6 m)
C
Horizontal reference line
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park your vehicle on level ground approximately
25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall
or screen.
2. Measure the distance from the ground
to the center of the headlamp beam
bulb and mark an
8 ft (2.4 m) long
horizontal reference line on the wall or
screen at this height.
Note: There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center line
of the headlamp beam bulb.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps and open the hood.
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Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
CHANGING A BULB WARNING: Switch the lamps and
the ignition off. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Bulbs can become hot.
Let the bulb cool down before removing
it. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
Use the correct specification bulb. See
Bulb Specification Chart
(page 424).
Install in the reverse order unless otherwise
stated.
Rear Direction Indicator and
Reversing Lamp 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Use a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, to carefully remove the
access cover.
3. Remove the side cover.
4. Remove the screw that secures the lamp assembly. 5. Gently pull the lamp assembly away
from the vehicle.
6. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
7. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Rear direction indicator.
A
Reverse lamp.
B
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items. See
an authorized dealer if they fail.
The following lamps are LED:
• Headlamp low beam.
• Headlamp high beam.
• Front direction indicator.
• Side direction indicator.
• Daytime running lamps.
• Front fog lamps (if equipped).
• Brake and rear lamp.
• Rear side marker lamp.
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•
Rear fog lamps (if equipped).
• Front side marker lamps.
• Front signature lamps.
• Central high mounted brake lamp.
License Plate Lamp 1. Use a suitable tool, for example a
screwdriver, to carefully remove the
lamp.
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
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Materials
Specification
Name
WSS-M14P19-A
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concen-
trate with Bitterant(U.S.)
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer
Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motor-
craft®(Canada)
ZC-32-B2(U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F(Canada)
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized D.O.T. marking
for North America to make sure they have
the proper lamp performance, light
brightness, light pattern and safe visibility.
The correct bulbs will not damage the
lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly
warranty and will provide quality bulb
illumination time.
Exterior Lamps Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
LED.
LED.
Front side marker lamps.
LED.
LED.
Front signature lamps.
LED.
LED.
Front direction indicator.
LED.
LED.
Daytime running lamps.
LED.
LED.
Headlamp low beam.
LED.
LED.
Headlamp high beam.
LED.
LED.
Front fog lamps.
LED.
LED.
Side direction indicator.
LED.
LED.
Rear side marker lamp.
LED.
LED.
Brake and rear lamp.
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Blind Spot Information System.............264
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow.................................................................... 266
Switching the System On and Off..............268
System Errors...................................................... 268
Using the Blind Spot Information System.............................................................. 265
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System.........264
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........323
Booster Seats..................................................33 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 33
Brake Fluid Check.........................................337 Brake Fluid Service Interval............................ 337
Brakes...............................................................214 General Information.......................................... 214
Breaking-In.....................................................297
Bulb Specification Chart...........................424
C
Canceling the Set Speed..........................245
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™.................................................395
Air Conditioning System................................. 395
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 398
Automatic Transmission................................. 395
Engine Coolant................................................... 396
Engine Oil.............................................................. 397
Front Axle............................................................ 400
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 398
Grease.................................................................... 398
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 399
Locks...................................................................... 399
Rear Axle............................................................... 401
Transfer Case..................................................... 400
Washer Reservoir............................................... 401
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L................................................................402
Air Conditioning System................................. 402
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 405
Automatic Transmission................................ 403
Engine Coolant.................................................. 404
Engine Oil............................................................. 404
Front Axle............................................................. 408Fuel Tank..............................................................
406
Grease................................................................... 406
Hydraulic Brake System................................. 406
Locks...................................................................... 407
Rear Axle.............................................................. 408
Transfer Case...................................................... 407
Washer Reservoir.............................................. 409
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Gasoline
.......................................................409
Air Conditioning System.................................. 410
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 412
Automatic Transmission................................. 410
Engine Coolant..................................................... 411
Engine Oil................................................................ 411
Front Axle.............................................................. 415
Fuel Tank................................................................ 413
Grease..................................................................... 413
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 413
Locks....................................................................... 414
Rear Axle................................................................ 415
Transfer Case....................................................... 414
Washer Reservoir................................................ 416
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
...............416
Air Conditioning System................................... 417
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 420
Automatic Transmission.................................. 417
Engine Coolant.................................................... 418
Engine Oil.............................................................. 419
Front Axle.............................................................. 422
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 420
Grease.................................................................... 420
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 421
Locks........................................................................\
421
Rear Axle............................................................... 423
Transfer Case....................................................... 422
Washer Reservoir............................................... 423
Capacities and Specifications...............384
Cargo Nets......................................................281
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 346
Catalytic Converter
......................................198
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 199
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 199
Center Console
................................................171
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Changing a Bulb...........................................343
LED Lamps........................................................... 343
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 344
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp................................................................. 343
Changing a Fuse............................................321
Fuses........................................................................\
321
Changing a Road Wheel
............................376
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information...................................................... 376
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 377
Changing the 12V Battery.........................338 Battery Management System....................... 339
Remove and Reinstall the Battery..............339
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™.................................................329
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0L................................................................330
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L..................................................................331
Changing the Front Wiper Blades.........342
Changing the Rear Wiper Blades...........342
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
..................................429
Checking MyKey System Status..............66 MyKey Distance.................................................... 66
Number of Admin Keys...................................... 67
Number of MyKeys............................................... 67
Checking the Wiper Blades......................342
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................43
Child Restraint Positioning.........................35
Child Safety......................................................23 General Information............................................ 23
Child Safety Locks.........................................36 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 37
Right-Hand Side................................................... 37
Cleaning Leather Seats
.............................349
Cleaning Products.......................................345 Materials............................................................... 345
Cleaning the Engine
....................................347
Cleaning the Exterior..................................346 Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 346
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 346
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 346
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 346
Underbody............................................................ 347
Under Hood.......................................................... 347Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens........................348
Cleaning the Interior...................................348 Mirrors.................................................................... 348
Cleaning the Wheels..................................350
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................347
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................66
Climate............................................................456 Accessing Rear Climate Controls................458
Accessing the Climate Control Menu........456
Directing the Airflow........................................ 456
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator..........458
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................456
Setting the Temperature................................ 456
Switching Auto Mode On and Off...............456
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off.............................................................. 457
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off...................................................................... 458
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off...................................................................... 458
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off...................................................................... 456
Switching the Climate Controlled Seats On and Off.............................................................. 457
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching the Heated Exterior Mirrors On and Off.............................................................. 457
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off.............................................................. 457
Switching the Heated Windshield On and Off....................................................................... 457
Switching the Rear Climate Controlled Seats On and Off.......................................... 458
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off...................................................................... 458
Switching the Rear Ventilated Seats On and Off............................................................. 458
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