2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT service indicator

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
WARNING: The stability and
traction control light illuminates steadily
if the system detects a failure. Make sure
you did not manually disable the traction
control system using the information
display controls or the switch. If the
stability control and traction control light
is still illuminating steadily, have the
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with
the traction control disabled could lead
to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.
The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note: When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active.
Switching the System Off
When you switch the system off or on, a
message appears in the information
display showing system status. You can switch the system off by either
using the information display controls or
the switch.
Using the Information Display
Controls
You can switch this feature off or on in the
information display. See
General
Information (page 99).
Using a Switch
(If Equipped)
Using the traction control switch on the
center console to turn this feature off or
on.
System Indicator Lights and
Messages The stability and traction control
light:
• Temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up.
• Flashes when a driving condition
activates either of the systems.
• Illuminates if a problem occurs in either
of the systems. The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates
on engine start-up and stays on
when you switch the traction control
system off.
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Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of
Canada, Limited offers a complimentary
roadside assistance program. This program
is eligible within Canada or the continental
United States.
The service is available 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
This program is separate from the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, but the coverage
is concurrent with the powertrain coverage
period of your vehicle. Canadian roadside
coverage and benefits may differ from the
U.S. coverage.
If you require more information, please call
us in Canada at 1-800-665-2006, or visit
our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHERS
Note:
The hazard flashers operate when
the ignition is in any position, or if the key is
not in the ignition. If used when the vehicle
is not running, the battery loses charge. As
a result, there may be insufficient power to
restart your vehicle. The flasher control is on the
instrument panel. Use your
hazard flashers when your
vehicle is creating a safety hazard for other
motorists.
• Press the flasher control and all front
and rear direction indicators flash.
• Press the button again to switch them
off. FUEL SHUTOFF WARNING: If your vehicle has been
involved in a crash, have the fuel system
checked. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in fire, personal injury or
death.
Note: When you try to restart your vehicle
after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure
that various systems are safe to restart.
Once the vehicle determines the systems
are safe, then the vehicle allows you to
restart.
Note: In the event that your vehicle does
not restart after your third attempt, contact
a qualified technician.
The fuel pump shutoff stops the flow of
fuel to the engine in the event of a
moderate to severe crash. Not every
impact causes a shutoff.
Should your vehicle shut off after a crash,
you may restart your vehicle.
If your vehicle has a key system:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Switch to start position.
3. Switch off the ignition.
4. Switch on the ignition to re-enable the
fuel pump.
5. If the vehicle does not start, repeat steps 1 through 4.
If your vehicle has a push button start
system:
1. Press START/STOP to switch off your
vehicle.
2. Press the brake pedal and START/STOP
to switch on your
vehicle.
3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal
and press
START/STOP to switch off
your vehicle.
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How Temperature Affects Your Tire
Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system
monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic
tire. While driving in a normal manner, a
typical passenger tire inflation pressure
may increase about 2
–4 psi (14– 28 kPa)
from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is
stationary overnight with the outside
temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may
decrease about 3 psi (21 kPa) for a drop of
30°F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This
lower pressure value may be detected by
the tire pressure monitoring system as
being significantly lower than the
recommended inflation pressure and
activate the system warning light for low
tire pressure. If the low tire pressure
warning light is on, visually check each tire
to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more
tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check
the air pressure in the road tires. If any tire
is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle
to the nearest location where air can be
added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to
the recommended inflation pressure.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL WARNING:
The tire pressure
monitoring system is not a substitute for
manually checking tire pressures. You
should periodically check tire pressures
using a pressure gauge. Failure to
correctly maintain tire pressures could
increase the risk of tire failure, loss of
control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury. WARNING:
If the tire pressure
monitor sensor becomes damaged it
may not function. Note:
Only use tire sealants in roadside
emergencies as they may cause damage to
the tire pressure monitoring system sensor.
Note: The tire pressure monitoring system
indicator light illuminates when the spare
tire is in use. To restore the full function of
the monitoring system, all road wheels
equipped with tire pressure monitoring
sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire when driving, do not
apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease your speed. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized
dealer in order to prevent damage to the
tire pressure monitoring system sensors.
See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(page 312). Replace the spare tire with a
road tire as soon as possible. During
repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have
the authorized dealer inspect the tire
pressure monitoring system sensor for
damage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information WARNING:
Failure to follow these
guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and
tire, then it is intended for temporary use
only. This means that if you need to use it,
you should replace it as soon as possible
with a road wheel and tire assembly that
is the same size and type as the road tires
and wheels that we provided with the
vehicle. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel
is damaged, replace it instead of repairing
it.
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When the oil change message appears in
the information display, it is time for an oil
change. Make sure you perform the oil
change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make
sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See
Oil
Change Indicator Reset (page 275).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or
5,000 mi (8,000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or
10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil
change intervals,
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
We have recommended maintenance
intervals for various parts and component
systems based upon engineering testing.
We rely upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you. We
recommend against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle. Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and our Workshop
Manual list the recommended additives
and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives
not approved by us as part of your vehicle
’s
normal maintenance. Please consult your
warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires, including spare, for wear and proper pressure.
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Disarming the Alarm...........................................
73
Appendices...................................................405
Apps..................................................................376 SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.................... 377
Using Apps on an Android Device................377
Using Apps on an iOS Device........................ 376
Using Mobile Navigation on an Android Device................................................................. 377
At a Glance.......................................................20
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............98
Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 98
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 98
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 98
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................98
Audio Control
...................................................74
You can operate the following functions
with the control:............................................... 74
Audio System
................................................342
General Information......................................... 342
Audio Unit.......................................................342 Adjusting the Volume....................................... 343
Changing Radio Stations................................ 343
Muting the Audio............................................... 343
Pausing or Playing Media............................... 343
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........343
Switching the Display On and Off...............343
Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse............................................................. 343
Auto Hold
.........................................................179
Auto Hold Indicator........................................... 180
Switching Auto Hold On and Off.................. 179
Using Auto Hold.................................................. 180
Autolamps
.........................................................81
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 81
Automatic High Beam Control.................86
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators.......................................................86
Automatic Transmission
...........................166
Automatic Return to Park............................... 168
Drive (D)................................................................. 167
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow.................................................................... 171
Low(L)..................................................................... 167
Manual (M)........................................................... 167
Manual Park Release........................................ 169
Neutral (N)............................................................ 167
Park (P).................................................................. 167Reverse (R)............................................................
167
SelectShift............................................................. 167
Stay in Neutral Mode........................................ 168
Understanding the Shift Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 166
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................281
Auto Mode.......................................................123 Auto Mode Indicators........................................ 123
Switching Auto Mode On and Off................123
Switching Dual Mode On and Off................124
Auto-Start-Stop............................................153 Disabling Auto-Start-Stop............................. 154
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop............................... 153
Autowipers........................................................77 Autowipers Settings............................................ 78
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 282
Blind Spot Information System................211 Blind Spot Information System
Indicator............................................................. 212
Blind Spot Information System Information Messages.......................................................... 213
Blind Spot Information System Sensors.............................................................. 212
Switching the Blind Spot Information System On and Off........................................ 212
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 212
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System............211
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............271
Booster Seats..................................................28 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check.........................................281 Brake Fluid Service Interval............................ 282
Brake Fluid Specification..........................335
Brakes................................................................176 General Information........................................... 176
Breaking-In.....................................................248 Brakes and Clutch............................................. 248
Tires........................................................................\
248
Bulb Specification Chart...........................326
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Cooling System Capacity and
Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™..........332
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™..........331
Cornering Lamps............................................83
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......49
Creating a MyKey...........................................60 Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings................................................................ 61
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot...........341 Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot............................................................. 341
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and Password.......................................................... 341
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................213 Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When Trailer
is Attached....................................................... 215
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator............................ 215
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages.......................................................... 216
Cross Traffic Alert System Limitations........................................................ 215
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors..............215
Switching the System On and Off................215
Using Cross Traffic Alert................................... 213
Cruise Control
..................................................75
Cruise Control Indicators...........................194
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Lane Centering........................................................75
Cup Holders
....................................................146
Cup Holder Precautions................................... 146
Customer Assistance
.................................255
D
Data Recording
..................................................11
Comfort, Convenience and Entertainment
Data....................................................................... 13
Event Data................................................................ 13
Service Data............................................................ 12
Services That Third Parties Provide...............14
Services That We Provide.................................. 14
Vehicles With a Modem...................................... 14
Vehicles With an Emergency Call System.................................................................. 15
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 14Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps..............................................................82
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
............82
Declaration of Conformity........................433 Radio Frequency Statement......................... 433
Digital Radio
..................................................344
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 345
Directing the Flow of Air.............................123 Directing Air to the Footwell Air
Vents................................................................... 123
Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air Vents................................................................... 123
Directing Air to the Windshield Air Vents................................................................... 123
Direction Indicators.......................................84 Direction Indicator............................................... 84
Switching the Direction Indicators On and Off........................................................................\
. 84
Doors and Locks.............................................64
Drive Mode Control.....................................223 Drive Modes......................................................... 224
Drive Modes
...................................................224
Eco........................................................................\
... 224
Mud/Ruts.............................................................. 224
Normal................................................................... 224
Rock Crawl............................................................ 225
Sand........................................................................\
225
Slippery.................................................................. 225
Sport....................................................................... 226
Driver Alert
.....................................................206
Using Driver Alert............................................... 206
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................43 Children and Airbags.......................................... 44
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 43
Driver Knee Airbag..........................................47
Driving Aids....................................................206
Driving Economically..................................248
Driving Hints....................................................241 Off-Road Driving................................................. 241
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Signal Indicator Mirrors.....................................
90
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................35 How to Extract Seatbelts in the Rear
Outermost Positions...................................... 37
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 36
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................35
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 316
Floor Mats......................................................248
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 82
Ford Credit.........................................................15
US Only..................................................................... 15
Ford Protect...................................................394 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 395
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 394
Four-Wheel Drive
..........................................172
Principle of Operation........................................ 172
Front Fog Lamps
............................................82
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 83
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off........................................................................\
. 82
Front Passenger Sensing System............44
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......286
Fuel and Refueling.......................................155
Fuel Consumption.......................................160 Advertised Capacity.......................................... 160
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 160
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................156
Fuel Filter........................................................285
Fuel Quality.....................................................155 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 155
Fuel Shutoff....................................................251
Fuel Tank Capacity......................................332
Fuse Box Locations.....................................262 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 262
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............262
Fuses................................................................262
Fuse Specification Chart..........................262 Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 262
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............267 G
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch
Instrument Cluster Display
Screen..............................................................92
4 Inch Display........................................................ 92
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............92
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 93
Gauges - Vehicles With: 6.5 Inch Instrument Cluster Display
Screen.............................................................93
Distance to Empty............................................... 94
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............94
Fuel Gauge............................................................. 94
Information Bar.....................................................94
Information Display............................................. 94
Low Fuel Reminder............................................. 94
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 166
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................53
Intelligent Access................................................. 53
General Maintenance Information.......396 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 398
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 397
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 396
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 396
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 396
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................258
Getting the Services You Need...............255 Away From Home.............................................. 255
Glasses Holder
..............................................146
Locating the Glasses Holder.......................... 146
Global Opening and Closing
.....................89
Closing the Windows......................................... 89
Opening the Windows....................................... 89
H
Hazard Flashers
.............................................251
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.................... 284
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................81
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 133
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Satellite Radio..............................................346
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................. 347
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............347
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service.................. 347
Troubleshooting ................................................. 348
Scheduled Maintenance..........................396
Seatbelt Extensions......................................40
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................37
Seatbelt Reminder........................................38
Seatbelt Status..................................................... 39
Seatbelts...........................................................34 Principle of Operation........................................ 34
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................38
Conditions of operation..................................... 38
Seats..................................................................133
Security
...............................................................72
Selecting a Drive Mode - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................223
Selecting a Drive Mode - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................224
Settings...........................................................378 911 Assist............................................................... 379
Ambient Lighting............................................... 379
Audio....................................................................... 378
Automatic Updates........................................... 379
Bluetooth.............................................................. 378
Charge Settings.................................................. 379
Clock....................................................................... 378
Display.................................................................... 379
Driver Assist......................................................... 379
FordPass................................................................ 379
General.................................................................. 379
Message Center.................................................. 379
Mobile Apps......................................................... 379
Multi Contour Seats.......................................... 379
Navigation ............................................................. 379
Personal Profiles................................................ 379
Phone..................................................................... 378
Seats....................................................................... 379
Sound..................................................................... 378
Valet Mode........................................................... 379
Vehicle.................................................................... 379
Voice Control....................................................... 379
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap................................................................200
Following a Vehicle.......................................... 200Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control
Speed.............................................................199
Manually Changing the Set Speed..............199
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed from a Complete Stop............................................... 199
Setting the Blower Motor Speed............122
Setting the Cruise Control Speed..........193 Changing the Set Speed.................................. 193
Setting the Temperature
............................122
Setting the Trail Control Speed..............184
Side Airbags
.....................................................46
Sitting in the Correct Position..................133
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 312
Spare Wheel See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 316
Special Notices
................................................16
New Vehicle Limited Warranty........................ 16
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles......................................... 17
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................ 17
Special Instructions............................................. 16
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............17
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............17
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................402
Exceptions........................................................... 403
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 193
Speed Sign Recognition
.............................216
Principle of Operation....................................... 216
Using Speed Sign Recognition....................... 217
Stability Control............................................182 Principle of Operation....................................... 182
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 148
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................149 Automatic Engine Shutdown........................ 150
Failure to Start..................................................... 150
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................151
Important Ventilating Information................151
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................. 151
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 151
Vehicles with an Ignition Key......................... 149
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 149
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