2020 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT Owners Manual

5. Move the seat forward to the lowered
position, then push down on the center
of the seat backrest to lock the latches.
Note: A distinct click sounds when the seat
is locked in the lowered position.
Note: Rear row occupants can sit next to a
seat in the same row that has the seat
backrest in the folded position, but not when
the seat is in the tilted position.
Unfolding the Seat 1. Pull the strap on the rear of the seat
backrest, lift the seat and push down
to lock into position.
2. Pull the lever on the top of the seat, unfold the seat backrest backward and
lock into position. Push down in the
center of the seat to make sure the
latches are locked.
Note: You cannot unfold the seat backrest
if a red flag is visible on the large strap. Make
sure the seat is locked and the red flag is
not visible. Third Row Seats
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward WARNING: Make sure the seat
fully locks into place by rocking it
backward and forward. Not securing the
seat into the locked position can be
dangerous in a crash and could cause
serious personal injury or death. Folding the Seat Backrest
1. Fully lower the head restraints. See
Head Restraints
(page 120).
2. Fully move the seat backward.
133
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Seats11
E271962
2
2 E271965

3. Pull the strap on the rear of the seat
cushion.
4. Fold the seat cushion forward. 5. Pull the strap on the rear of the seat
backrest.
6. Fold the seat backrest forward.
Note: Rear row occupants can sit next to a
seat in the same row that has the seat
backrest in the folded position, but not when
the seat is in the tilted position. Unfolding the Seat Backrest
1. Pull the strap on the rear of the seat
backrest.
2. Unfold the seat backrest backward and
lock into position.
3. Unfold the seat cushion backward and
lock into position.
Creating a Level Load Floor The carpeted cover is held in position by
magnets. Fold the carpeted cover forward
to cover up the folded seats.
134
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Seats3
4
4
3
E271966 6
5
E2720265 E167644
1
1 E167645

HEATED SEATS
WARNING: People who are unable
to feel pain to their skin because of
advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol
use, exhaustion or other physical
conditions, must use caution when using
the heated seat. The heated seat may
cause burns even at low temperatures,
especially if used for long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat that
may block the heat, such as a blanket or
cushion. This can cause the heated seat
to overheat. Do not puncture the seat
with pins, needles or other pointed
objects. This damages the heating
element and can cause the heated seat
to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
• Place heavy objects on the seat.
• Operate the heated seat if water or any
other liquid spills on the seat. Allow the
seat to dry thoroughly.
• Operate the heated seats unless the
engine is running. Doing so can cause
the battery to lose charge. Press the heated seat symbol to cycle
through the various heat settings and off.
More indicator lights indicate warmer
settings.
135
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing SeatsE146322

12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING: Do not plug optional
electrical accessories into the cigar
lighter socket. Incorrect use of the cigar
lighter can cause damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty, and can result
in fire or serious injury. WARNING:
Do not use a power
point for operating a cigar lighter.
Incorrect use of the power points can
cause damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty, and can result in fire or
serious injury.
Do not hang any accessory from the
accessory plug.
Do not use the power point over the vehicle
capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or a fuse
may blow.
Keep the power point caps closed when
not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point.
You can use the power point for up to 20
minutes after you switch the ignition off.
Note: When you switch the ignition on, you
can use the socket to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 15 amps.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the
power point.
To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
• Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the vehicle is not
running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods. Power points may be in the following
locations:
•
Front of the floor console.
• Rear of the floor console.
• Right hand side of the luggage
compartment.
• Instrument panel cluster storage
compartment.
CIGAR LIGHTER WARNING:
Do not plug optional
electrical accessories into the cigar
lighter socket. Incorrect use of the cigar
lighter can cause damage not covered
by the vehicle warranty, and can result
in fire or serious injury. Press the element in to use the cigar
lighter. It pops out after a short period of
time.
Do not hold the cigar lighter element
pressed in.
Note:
If the power supply does not work
after you switch the ignition off, switch the
ignition on.
136
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Auxiliary Power PointsE103382

Note:
If you use the socket when the engine
is not running, the battery may run out of
charge.
Note: When you switch the ignition on, you
can use the socket to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 15 amps.
WIRELESS ACCESSORY
CHARGING WARNING: Wireless charging
devices can affect the operation of
implanted medical devices, including
cardiac pacemakers. If you have any
implanted medical devices, we
recommend that you consult with your
physician.
The system supports one wireless charging
compatible device on the charging area.
Note: Devices without built-in Qi standards
for wireless charging require an additional
Qi receiver or sleeve.
Note: Software and firmware updates to
your device could affect the charging
operation.
Make sure the charging area is clean and
free from obstruction before charging a
device to allow the device to lay flat on the
charging area.
Do not place items with a magnetic strip,
for example passports, parking tickets or
credit cards near the charging area when
charging a device. This could damage the
magnetic strip.
Do not place metal objects, for example
remote controls, coins or keys on or near
the charging area when charging a device.
Metal objects may heat up and degrade
the charging performance. The charging area is below the
audio unit.
Place the device with the charging side
down to begin charging. The charging
stops after your device reaches a full
charge.
Note:
Charging time and temperature are
dependent on the device used. The system
stops charging the device if it reaches a high
temperature.
137
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Auxiliary Power Points E270527

OVERHEAD CONSOLE
WARNING: Do not place heavy
objects in the storage compartment.
Heavy objects may become projectiles
in a crash or sudden stop, which may
increase the risk of serious injury. Rear Door Storage Compartment
(If Equipped)
138
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Storage CompartmentsE175398 E188482

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage. WARNING: Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic.
Always open the garage door before you
start the engine. WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately
5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is
because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You
can disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise. When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine.
IGNITION SWITCH
Note:
Make sure the key is clean before
inserting it into any lock cylinder.
Note: Do not leave the key in the ignition
for an extended period of time when the
engine is not running. This is to prevent the
vehicle battery from losing charge.
Switching the Ignition Off
Turn the key to position
0.
Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode
Turn the key to position
I. Electrical
accessories, for example the radio, operate
without the engine running.
139
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Starting and Stopping the EngineE247596

Switching the Ignition On
Turn the key to position II. All electrical
circuits and accessories are operational
and the warning lamps and indicators
illuminate.
Starting the Engine
Turn the key to position
III. Release the
key when the engine starts.
PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH
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 58).
140
2020 Transit Connect (CHC) Canada/United States of America, CG3739en enUSA, Edition date: 201903, First-Printing Starting and Stopping the EngineE144447