
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the
vehicle you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your
vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat. Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
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Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
We respect your privacy and are
committed to protecting it. The
information contained in this publication
was correct at the time of going to print,
but as technology rapidly changes, we
recommend that you visit the regional Ford
website for the latest information.
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Sounding the Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
On Type 1, press the button to
sound the panic alarm. Press the
button again or switch the
ignition on to turn it off.
Note: The panic alarm operates regardless
of the ignition position.
Opening the Liftgate With the
Liftgate Button (If Equipped) On Type 2, press the button to
unlock the liftgate. The liftgate
unlocks for 45 seconds, during
which time you can open the liftgate using
the exterior liftgate release button. See
Manual Liftgate
(page 62).
Note: Only the liftgate unlocks. All other
passenger doors remain in the previous
locking state.
Note: If you do not open the liftgate within
45 seconds of unlocking it, the liftgate locks
again. Press the button on the remote
control or use the key blade inserted into
the liftgate lock cylinder to unlock the
liftgate again.
Note: The liftgate does not unlock when
you unlock all the doors using the remote
control or power door lock control, unless
you use the global unlock feature which,
overrides the 45-second timer.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls can
be purchased from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle.
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Battery and Charging System (12 volt)
Action
Message
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on
or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on
or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Service
Soon
The charging system needs servicing. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Service
Now
The battery management system determines that the 12V
battery is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to charge
the battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket battery charger. This message clears once you restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered.
Battery State of Charge
Low
The battery management system determines that the batteryis at a low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon as
possible to protect the battery. This message will clear once the vehicle has been started and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads will allow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.
Turn Power Off To Save
Battery
Displayed when the battery management system detects an
extended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features willbe disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible to improve systemvoltage. If the system voltage has recovered, the disabled features will operate again as normal.
Low Battery Features
Temporarily Turned Off
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System Action
Message
A system error has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Blind Spot System Fault
The system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Informa-
tion System (page 168).
Blind Spot Not Available
Sensor Blocked See Manual
The system detects a vehicle and automatically applied the brakes.
Cross Traffic Alert
Applying Brakes
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Action
Message
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert
system sensors are blocked. See Cross Traffic Alert (page 172).
Cross Traffic Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See Manual
A system error has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic System
Fault
The system automatically turns off and displays this messagewhen you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have
a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system off through the information display. See
Cross
Traffic Alert (page 172).
Cross Traffic Alert Deac-
tivated Trailer Attached
The system automatically turns off and displays this messagewhen you connect a trailer to the vehicle that does not have
a trailer blind spot system or when you switch the trailer blind spot system off through the information display. See
Blind
Spot Information System (page 168).
Blind Spot Alert Deactiv-
ated Trailer Attached
Doors and Locks Action
Message
The driver door is not completely closed.
Driver Door Ajar
The passenger door is not completely closed.
Passenger Door Ajar
The rear left door is not completely closed.
Rear Left Door Ajar
The rear right door is not completely closed.
Rear Right Door Ajar
The liftgate is not completely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
The hood is not completely closed.
Hood Ajar
The system has disabled the door switches.
Switches Inhibited
Security Mode
Displays when the door lock is turned on and you attempt to open the door.
Doors Locked Unlock
Before Opening
Indicates a driver door fault that requires manually opening
the door by the override lever. Contact an authorized dealer.
Driver Door Fault Use
Inside Override Lever In Map Pocket
Indicates a fault with the electronic door system. Contact an authorized dealer.
Door Fault Service
Required
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Action
Message
There is a system malfunction with the child locks. Contactan authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Child Lock Malfunction
Service Required
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches andpower windows are switched off, preventing rear seat occu- pants from opening the doors or windows.
Child Lock ON
Indicates that the rear seat interior door release switches andpower windows are switched on.
Child Lock OFF
The factory keypad code displays in the information displayafter the system resets the keypad.
Factory Keypad Code {X
X X X X}
Fuel Action
Message
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.
Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.
Check Fuel Fill Inlet
Wait for up to 15 seconds while the fuel system depressurizes.
Fuel Door Opening
The fuel system has finished depressurizing and you can begin
to refuel.
Fuel Door Open
A reminder to close the fuel door. Failure to follow this
instruction can cause the check engine light to illuminate.
Close Fuel Door to Avoid
Check Engine Light
There is an error in attempting to refill your vehicle.
Refuel Error See Manual
Hill Start Assist Action
Message
Hill start assist is not available. Contact an authorized dealer.See Hill Start Assist (page 155).
Hill Start Assist Not
Available
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Action
Message
Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This maynot allow some features to operate properly. Contact an authorized dealer.
Factory Mode Contact
Dealer
Informs the driver that the powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.
See Manual
The engine has reduced power to help reduce high engine temperature.
Power Reduced to
Lower Engine Temp
The brake system has reduced stopping power.
Brake Applied Power
Reduced
The motor electronics are overheating. Stop your vehicle as
soon as safely possible, turn off your vehicle and let it cool. If
the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Motor Coolant Over
Temperature
Park Aid Action
Message
The system has detected a condition that requires service.Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Front Park Aid
The system has detected a condition that requires service.Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Rear Park Aid
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water
in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Rear Parking Aid (page 160).
Rear Park Aid Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See Manual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water
in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve.
Front Park Aid Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See
Manual
The radar is blocked due to bad weather, ice, mud or water
in front of radar. You can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See
Principle of Operation (page 160).
Park Aid Not Available
Sensor Blocked See Manual
Displays the park aid status.
Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.
Rear Park Aid On Off
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Trailer (If Equipped)
Action
Message
A correct trailer connection is sensed during a givenignition cycle.
Trailer Connected
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, either
intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle.
Trailer Disconnected
The trailer sway control has detected trailer sway.
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
There are certain faults in your vehicle wiring and trailer
wiring/brake system. See Towing a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Wiring Fault
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check yourlamp.
Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check yourlamp.
Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault
Check Lamps
There is a fault with your trailer battery. See
Towing
a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Battery Not Charging See
Manual
There is a fault with your vehicle trailer lighting module.See
Towing a Trailer (page 186).
Trailer Lighting Module Fault
See Manual
Transmission Action
Message
You switched the engine off and shift select lever is in anyposition other than park (P).
Shift to Park
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.
Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
Displays when the brake pedal needs to be depressed.
Press Brake Pedal
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Over
Temperature Stop Safely
See an authorized dealer.
Transmission Service
Required
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
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