2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT differential

If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Continuing to drive your vehicle
may cause reduced power or the engine
to stop. Failure to respond to the warning
lamp may cause component damage not
covered by the vehicle warranty. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Powertrain Fault
Illuminates when the system
detects a powertrain or a
4WD/AWD fault. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Rear Differential Lock Illuminates when you lock the
rear differential.
Stability Control It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
system error. During a system error the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer
immediately. See Using Stability
Control (page 183).
Stability Control Off Illuminates when you switch the
system off. It goes out when you
switch the system back on or
when you switch the ignition off. See
Using Stability Control
(page 183).
Trail Control Illuminates when you switch trail
control on. 4WD Lock Illuminates when four-wheel
drive is locked.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you open the driver's door
and you have left the key in the ignition.
Keyless Warning Alert
(If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit your
vehicle with the intelligent access key, after
the last door is closed and your keyless
vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is
still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when you remove the key from the
ignition and open the driver's door and you
have left the headlamps or parking lamps
on.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking
brake on and drive your vehicle. If the
warning chime remains on after you have
released the parking brake, have the
system checked by an authorized dealer
immediately.
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Action
Message
Displays when you have the power transfer unit fluid changed and reset to new.
4WD Power Transfer
Unit Lube Set to New
The selected drive mode does not allow you to turn on therear differential lock feature.
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available in Current Drive Mode
The selected drive mode requires your vehicle to be in four- wheel drive.
4WD Lock Required in
Current Drive Mode
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 178).
Hill Start Assist Not
Available
Keys and Intelligent Access Action
Message
A reminder to press the brake when starting your vehicle.
To START Press Brake
The system does not detect the key. See
Keyless Starting
(page 148).
No Key Detected
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
This system is a proactive system. It has
the ability to anticipate wheel slip and
transfer torque to the rear wheels before
slip occurs. Even when wheel slip is not
present, the system is continuously making
adjustments to the torque distribution, in
an attempt to improve straight line and
cornering behavior, both on and off road.
The system automatically turns on every
time you switch the ignition on.
If any component requires maintenance,
a message appears in the information
display.
USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
A graphic displays in the information
display to advise you of the power
distribution between the front and rear
wheels. The more the area is filled, the
more power is being distributed to that
wheel.
Note:
Four-wheel drive is also called 4WD
and 4x4. Note:
Do not use the four-wheel drive lock,
the rear differential lock or off-road
selectable drive modes on dry, hard
surfaced roads. Doing so can produce
excessive noise, increase tire wear and may
damage drive components. These features
are only intended for consistently slippery
or loose surfaces. Operating your vehicle
outside of these conditions could subject
the vehicle to excessive stress, which may
result in damage not covered under your
warranty. See Drive Mode Control (page
223).
Note: When a system malfunction is
present, a warning message is displayed in
the information display. See
Information
Messages (page 104). This means the
system is not functioning correctly and has
defaulted to front-wheel drive only. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Note: A message is displayed in the
information display if the system overheats
and switches to front-wheel drive. This
condition could occur if you operate your
vehicle in extreme high-load conditions or
with excessive wheel slip, for example deep
sand. To resume four-wheel drive function
as soon as possible, stop your vehicle in a
safe location and switch the ignition off for
a minimum of 10 minutes. After the system
cools, normal four-wheel drive functionality
resumes.
Note: If a warning message appears in the
information display when using the spare
tire, it turns off after reinstalling the repaired
or replaced road tire and you perform a key
cycle.
Note: It is recommended that you reinstall
the repaired tire or replace the tire as soon
as possible. Major dissimilar tire sizes could
cause system damage or default the system
to front-wheel drive.
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Four-Wheel Drive Lock (If Equipped)
The four-wheel drive lock increases
four-wheel drive performance by
preventing the front and rear axles from
disconnecting. You can activate and
deactivate the four-wheel drive lock on the
fly by pressing the button on the drive
mode control. It also engages based on
certain selected drive modes. See
What
Is Drive Mode Control (page 223).
Note: The four-wheel drive lock is not
intended for use on dry pavement. Using the
four-wheel drive lock on dry pavement can
produce excessive noise, increase tire and
vehicle wear.
Note: The four-wheel drive lock may be
required in some drive modes, preventing it
from being disabled. This feature provides an
indicator light in the information
display when in use. While the
feature is in standby mode, the light
displays gray. While the feature is active,
the light becomes colored. Rear Differential Lock
(If Equipped)
The rear differential lock feature provides
additional traction should your vehicle
become stuck. You can activate and
deactivate the rear differential lock feature
while moving within the operating speed
range by pressing the button on the drive
mode control. The feature disengages
when the vehicle speed exceeds a set
value and it re-engages when the vehicle
speed goes below a set value. It also
engages based on certain selected drive
modes. See
Selecting a Drive Mode
(page 223).
The rear differential lock feature is for use
in mud, rocks, sand or off-road conditions
where you need maximum traction. It is
not for use on dry pavement.
Note: This feature is for off-road use only
and is not for use on dry pavement. Using
the rear differential lock feature on dry
pavement can produce excessive noise, and
increase tire and vehicle wear. Operating
your vehicle in these conditions could
subject your vehicle to excessive stress,
which may result in damage not covered
under your warranty.
Note: This feature is not available in all
drive modes. The rear differential lock
provides an indicator light in the
information display when in use.
While the feature is in standby mode, the
light displays gray. While the feature is
active, the light becomes colored.
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SELECTING A DRIVE MODE -
2.0L ECOBOOST™
To select a drive mode, use the console
mounted G.O.A.T. MODES controller.
Note: Drive mode changes may not be
available when the ignition is off.
Note: Button icon shown may vary from
your vehicle.
Note: Selected drive mode displays in the
information display. See
Information
Messages (page 104).
DRIVE MODES
Eco For efficient driving. This mode
helps deliver maximum fuel
efficiency and helps to increase
driving range. Mud/Ruts
(If Equipped) For off-road driving. This mode
enhances vehicle performance
to traverse muddy, rutted or
uneven terrains. Lower gears hold longer
in mud/ruts mode to maintain momentum
in soft conditions. Mud/ruts mode engages
the four-wheel drive lock which you can
switch off using the drive mode controller.
Mud/ruts mode optimizes braking for
off-road conditions, allowing quick path
corrections and minimized stopping
distance when on deformable surfaces.
The engine sound enhances when in
mud/ruts mode.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in mud/ruts mode. When enabled
it is engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h).
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in mud/ruts mode and your
speed is less than 15 mph (24 km/h). If you
exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera shuts
off until your vehicle speed is below 12 mph
(20 km/h)
. You can switch the camera off
using the button on the audio unit.
Note: This mode may help get your vehicle
unstuck from deep snow or sand.
Note: Using mud/ruts mode on dry, hard
surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, and potential excessive
tire and vehicle wear.
Normal For everyday driving. This mode
is a balance of excitement,
comfort and convenience. This
is the default mode after each ignition
cycle.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in normal mode. When enabled
it is engaged below
15 mph (24 km/h).
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Rock Crawl (If Equipped)
For off-road driving. For
optimum rock-climbing ability.
Rock crawl mode engages the
four-wheel drive lock. Rock crawl mode
optimizes the vehicle systems to provide
maximum traction and slow speed
performance. Lower gears hold longer in
rock crawl mode to minimize shifting when
traversing rocks and obstacles. The
accelerator pedal dampens to improve
throttle control and minimize speed
change over rough terrain. The steering
optimizes for less effort with reduced
kick-back. Rock crawl mode optimizes
braking for off-road conditions, allowing
quick path corrections and minimized
stopping distance when on deformable
surfaces. The engine sound enhances
when in rock crawl mode.
The rear differential lock feature enables
in rock crawl mode. When enabled it is
engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h). You
can disable the feature using the drive
mode controller.
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in rock crawl mode and
your speed is less than
15 mph (24 km/h).
If you exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera
shuts off until your vehicle speed is below
12 mph (20 km/h)
. You can switch the
camera off using the button on the audio
unit.
Note: This mode may help get your vehicle
unstuck from deep snow or sand.
Note: Do not use this mode on dry, hard
pavement. This could produce some
vibration, driveline bind up, and potential
excessive tire and vehicle wear depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection. Sand For more spirited off-road
driving. Sand mode is for
off-road driving on soft, dry sand
or deep conditions. Lower gears hold
longer in sand mode to maintain
momentum in soft conditions. Sand mode
engages the four-wheel drive lock, which
you can switch off using the drive mode
controller. Sand mode optimizes braking
for off-road conditions, allowing quick path
corrections and minimized stopping
distance when on deformable surfaces.
The engine sound enhances when in sand
mode.
The rear differential lock feature is
available in sand mode. When enabled it
is engaged below
30 mph (48 km/h).
Note: The front camera system switches
on when you are in sand mode and your
speed is less than 15 mph (24 km/h). If you
exceed 15 mph (24 km/h), the camera shuts
off until your vehicle speed is below 12 mph
(20 km/h)
. You can switch the camera off
using the button on the audio unit.
Note: Using sand mode on dry, hard
surfaces could produce some vibration,
driveline bind up, potential excessive tire
wear and vehicle wear.
Note: Do not use on firm, slippery surfaces,
such as paved roads covered with snow or
ice or driving on packed snow. For slippery,
firm surfaces use slippery mode.
Slippery For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. You can use this
mode for crossing terrain where loose, wet
or slippery materials covers a firm surface.
Slippery mode lowers throttle response
and optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
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The rear differential lock feature is
available in slippery mode. When enabled
it is engaged below 15 mph (24 km/h).
Note: Do not use this mode when driving
on dry pavement. This could cause driveline
bind up and damage the system depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection.
See
Four-Wheel Drive (page 172).
Sport For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster. The
steering optimizes for higher effort with
more kick-back. The engine sound
enhances when in sport mode.
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Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch,
Washout Or Rut
Review the path ahead before attempting
to cross any obstacle. Review the obstacle
from outside the vehicle for an
understanding of the terrain condition in
front of and behind the obstacle. Approach
obstacles slowly and inch the vehicle over.
Ditches and washouts should be crossed
at a 45 degree angle when possible.
Driving Over Logs
Review the path ahead before attempting
to cross any obstacle. Review the obstacle
from outside the vehicle for an
understanding of the terrain condition in
front of and behind the obstacle.
Approach obstacles slowly and inch the
vehicle over, approaching at a 15 degree
angle.
Note:
It is best to have a front tire on top of
the log when the other begins to climb over.
If a large obstacle near the log such as a
rock cannot be avoided, choose a path that
places the rock directly under the tire
rather than the undercarriage of the
vehicle. This helps prevent damage to the
vehicle.
Driving Through Water Limitations Maximum Wading
Depth
Model
17.7 in (450 mm)
Base
23.6 in (600 mm)
Badlands
When you are driving though water do not
exceed 4 mph (7 km/h). Off-Road Driving Aids
Selecting an Off-Road Drive Mode
Using the appropriate drive mode increases
your vehicle's control.
See What Is Drive
Mode Control (page 223).
Using the Cameras Off-Road
Use the 180 degree camera to enhance
your off-road experience. See 180 Degree
Camera
(page 191).
Using Four-Wheel Drive Lock
Increases four wheel drive performance by
preventing the front and rear axles from
disconnecting. You can activate and
deactivate the four wheel drive lock on the
fly. See
Using Four-Wheel Drive (page
172).
Using Rear Differential Lock
The rear differential lock provides
additional traction to your vehicle when
stuck.
You can activate and deactivate the rear
differential lock on the fly within the
operating speed range.
The rear differential locker disengages
when the vehicle speed exceeds a set
value and it re-engages when the vehicle
speed goes below a set value. See
Using
Four-Wheel Drive (page 172).
Using Trail Control
The system works in a similar manner to
cruise control in off-road conditions. Trail
Control provides you the ability to
maneuver the vehicle without using the
throttle and brake pedals.
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