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Switching the Head Up Display On and
Off ..................................................................131
Head Up Display Settings ..........................
131
Head Up Display Indicators ......................
132
Head Up Display – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
.
133
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start ................................
134
Remote Start Precautions .......................
134
Remote Start Limitations .........................
134
Enabling Remote Start ..............................
134
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle .........................................................
134
Extending the Remote Start Duration ........................................................................\
.
134
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators ........................................................................\
.
135
Remote Start Settings ...............................
135
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control ............................
137
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature
Control (DATC) ........................................
138
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control (EATC) ...............
141
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control .............................
144
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control .........................................................
145
Heated Windshield .....................................
146
Heated Rear Window .................................
146
Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................
146
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter .......................
147
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter ..................
147Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions
.............................
148
Sitting in the Correct Position .................
148
Manual Seats ................................................
149
Power Seats ....................................................
151
Heated Seats .................................................
153
Rear Seats
Manual Seats ................................................
155
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System ........................................................................\
.
158
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work .............................................
158
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions ........................................................................\
.
158
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations ........................................................................\
.
158
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off .................................................
158
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators ........................................................................\
.
159
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings .....................................................
159
Memory Function
How Does the Memory Function Work ........................................................................\
160
Memory Function Precautions ...............
160
Locating the Memory Function Buttons ........................................................................\
160
Saving a Preset Position ...........................
160
Recalling a Preset Position ......................
160
Garage Door Opener
What Is the Garage Door Opener ..........
162
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work ........................................................................\
.
162
Garage Door Opener Precautions .........
162
Garage Door Opener Limitations ..........
162
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High Voltage Battery Vehicle Precautions
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ..........314
Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off .................................................................
315
Jump Starting the Vehicle ........................
315
Post-Crash Alert System ..........................
318
Automatic Crash Shutoff .........................
319
Transporting the Vehicle ...........................
319
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions ...........
321
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Gasoline, AWD ..........................................
321
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Gasoline, FWD ..........................................
321
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ..........
321
Emergency Towing - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV) ........................................
322
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F24 .............................
322
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35 .............................
322
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
323
Fuses
Fuse Precautions ........................................
324
Under Hood Fuse Box ...............................
324
Body Control Module Fuse Box ............
330
Identifying Fuse Types ..............................
332
Fuses – Troubleshooting .........................
332
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions .......................
333
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
333
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
335
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
336 Under Hood Overview - 2.5L, Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ........................
337
Engine Oil ......................................................
338
Checking the Coolant ...............................
339
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™ ...........
343
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) .........
344
Changing the Fuel Filter - Gasoline, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ............
344
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™ ...............................................
345
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™ ...............................................
345
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
345
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
348
Exterior Bulbs ...............................................
349
Interior Bulbs .................................................
351
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products ......................................
352
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
352
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
354
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............
356
Waxing Your Vehicle ..................................
356
Body Styling Kits
Body Styling Kit Precautions ..................
357
Storing Your Vehicle
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage ......
358
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage ........................................................................\
359
Wheel and Tire Information
Locating the Tire label .............................
360
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades ...............................
360
Information on the Tire Sidewall ...........
361
Glossary of Tire Terminology .................
366
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SYMBOLS USED ON YOUR
VEHICLE
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
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Electric Parking brake
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
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WHAT IS THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
The cabin air filter improves the quality of
air in your vehicle by trapping dust, pollen
and other particles.
REPLACING THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
Replace the filter at regular intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 487).
The cabin air filter is behind the glove
compartment.
To remove the lower glove compartment
and access the filter:
1. Open the glove compartment. 2. Press the tab on each side.
3. Fully lower the glove compartment.
4. Pull the glove compartment toward
you.
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WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of your
vehicle's emissions system and filters
harmful pollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
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:
The normal operating
temperature of the exhaust system is
very high. Never work around or attempt
to repair any part of the exhaust system
until it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short
period of engine operation and stays hot
after the engine is switched off.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
• Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug
lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle
(page 316).
• Use the correct fuel.
See Fuel and
Refueling (page 188).
• Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule. Note:
Do not make any unauthorized
changes to your vehicle or engine. By law,
vehicle owners and anyone who
manufactures, repairs, or services a fleet of
vehicles are not permitted to intentionally
remove an emission control device or
prevent it from working.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
Catalytic Converter – Warning
Lamps
Your vehicle has an on-board diagnostics
system that monitors the emission control
system. If any of the following warning
lamps illuminate, this may indicate that
the on-board diagnostics system has
detected an emission control system
malfunction. Continuing to drive your vehicle may cause
reduced power or the engine to stop.
Failure to respond to a warning lamp may
cause damage that your vehicle Warranty
may not cover. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
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COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below approximately
-13°F (-25°C).
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately
300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
DRIVING ECONOMICALLY
The following helps to improve fuel
consumption:
• Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and
anticipate the road ahead to avoid
heavy braking.
• Regularly check your tire pressures and
make sure that they are inflated to the
correct pressure.
• Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and carry out the
recommended checks.
• Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off. It is more efficient
to combine errands into a single trip
whenever possible.
• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
• Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
• Do not add unnecessary accessories
to the exterior of your vehicle, for
example running boards. If you use a
roof rack, remember to fold it down or
remove it when not in use. •
Do not shift into neutral when you are
braking or when your vehicle is slowing
down.
• Shut all windows when driving at high
speeds.
• Switch off all electric systems when
not in use, for example air conditioning.
Make sure that you unplug any
accessories from the auxiliary power
points when not in use.
DRIVING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER WARNING:
Do not attempt to
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle. 311
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.5L ECOBOOST™
Windshield washer fluid. See Adding Washer Fluid (page 96).
A
Engine coolant reservoir.
See Checking the Coolant (page 339).
B
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 338).
C
Engine oil filler cap.
See Adding Engine Oil (page 338).
D
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir (page 222).
E
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 345).
F
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 324).
G
Air filter.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 343).
H
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST™
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid (page 96).
A
Engine coolant reservoir.
See Checking the Coolant (page 339).
B
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 338).
C
Engine oil filler cap.
See Adding Engine Oil (page 338).
D
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir (page 222).
E
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 345).
F
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 324).
G
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 343).
H
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