2021 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR traction

J.
Tire Ply Composition and
Material Used: Indicates the
number of plies or the number of
layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.
K. Maximum Load: Indicates the
maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), for the correct tire
pressure for your vehicle.
L. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:
*Treadwear The treadwear grade
is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test
course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100. *Traction: The traction grades,
from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C could have poor traction
performance.
*
Temperature: The temperature
grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
M. Maximum Inflation
Pressure:
Indicates the tire
manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label which is
located on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver ’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be
set lower than the recommended
pressure on the vehicle label.
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Tire Rotation
Note:
If your tires show uneven
wear, ask an authorized dealer to
check for and correct any wheel
misalignment, tire imbalance or
mechanical problem involved
before tire rotation.
Note: Your vehicle could be
equipped with a dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly. A
dissimilar spare wheel and tire
assembly is defined as a spare
wheel and tire assembly that is
different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and
wheels. If you have a dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, it is
intended for temporary use only
and should not be used in a tire
rotation.
Note: After having your tires
rotated, inflation pressure must be
checked and adjusted to the
vehicle requirements.
Rotating your tires at the
recommended interval (as
indicated in the Scheduled
Maintenance information) will
help your tires wear more evenly,
providing better tire performance
and longer tire life. Sometimes
irregular tire wear can be
corrected by rotating the tires. Police Wheels and Tires
Wheel rims
To withstand the demands placed
on vehicles driven under heavy
duty service conditions, Ford
Motor Company installs heavy
duty wheels.
Tires
Tires (including the spare) are
speed-rated radials for police use.
Use only the recommended tire
size and speed ratings.
In regions with snow and ice
during the winter months,
installation of snow tires could be
desirable. Snow tires will usually
exhibit a drop in dry pavement
handling, but could show an
increase in snow and ice traction.
When snow tires are used, they
should be installed on all four
wheels, never on the drive wheels
only.
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•
265/60R18
•Only install chains that are 10 mm
or less.
• 255/55R20
•Only install chains that are 10 mm
or less.
We recommend you use steel wheels of
the same size and specification if snow
chains are required because chains may
chip aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and traction devices:
• If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
• Purchase snow chains from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions. •
When driving with snow chains do not
exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or the
maximum speed recommended by the
chain manufacturer, whichever is less.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the snow
chains rub or bang against the vehicle,
stop and tighten them. If this does not
work, remove the snow chains to
prevent vehicle damage.
• Remove the snow chains when they
are no longer needed. Do not use snow
chains on dry roads.
• If a temporary spare wheel is mounted
on your vehicle, do not use snow chains
on the axle with the temporary spare
wheel.
• Use snow chains that fit against the
sidewall of the tire to prevent the
chains from touching the wheel rims
or suspension, see following
illustration. If you have any questions regarding snow
chains, please contact your authorized
dealer.
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2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that could cause
undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
The term "IC:" before the radio certification
number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Changing Tires With a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System Note:
Each road tire is equipped with a tire
pressure sensor located inside the wheel
and tire assembly cavity. The pressure
sensor is attached to the valve stem. The
pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is
not visible unless the tire is removed. Take
care when changing the tire to avoid
damaging the sensor.
You should always have your tires serviced
by an authorized dealer.
Check the tire pressure periodically (at
least monthly) using an accurate tire
gauge. See When Inflating Your Tires in
this chapter. Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
The tire pressure monitoring system
measures pressure in your road tires and
sends the tire pressure readings to your
vehicle. You can view the tire pressure
readings through the information display.
See
General Information (page 84). The
low tire pressure warning light will turn on
if the tire pressure is significantly low. Once
the light is illuminated, your tires are
under-inflated and need to be inflated to
the manufacturer ’s recommended tire
pressure. Even if the light turns on and a
short time later turns off, your tire pressure
still needs to be checked.
When Your Temporary Spare Tire is
Installed
When one of your road tires needs to be
replaced with the temporary spare, the
system will continue to identify an issue to
remind you that the damaged road wheel
and tire assembly needs to be repaired and
put back on your vehicle.
Some limited All Wheel Drive (AWD)
traction may be provided if a temporary
spare is installed on one of the front
wheels. If you are in driving conditions
where limited All Wheel Drive (AWD)
traction is needed while a temporary is
installed, it is recommended the temporary
spare be installed on the front axle.
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant
you any rights in connection with any
trademarks or service marks of FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third
party software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer to
FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions
provided in the documentation for the
DEVICES product support, such as the
vehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerning
this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD
MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,
please refer to the address provided in the
documentation for the DEVICES.
No Liability for Certain Damages:
EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,
AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY
REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEW
VEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow
instructions:
• Before using your SYNC® system, read
and follow all instructions and safety
information provided in this end user
manual ("Owner Guide".) Not
following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident
or other serious injuries. General Operation
•
Voice Command Control
: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully.
• Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a
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I
Ignition Switch................................................118
In California (U.S. Only)............................202
Information Display Control......................66
Information Displays....................................84
General Information........................................... 84
Information Messages
..................................87
AdvanceTrac ™ and Traction Control...........88
Alarm........................................................................\
88
AWD........................................................................\
... 87
Battery and Charging System......................... 89
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 89
Doors and Locks................................................... 90
Fuel........................................................................\
..... 91
Hill Start Assist...................................................... 92
Keys and Intelligent Access.............................. 92
Maintenance.......................................................... 93
Park Aid.................................................................... 94
Park Brake............................................................... 95
Police Engine Idle feature................................. 96
Power Steering..................................................... 96
Pre-Collision Assist.............................................. 97
Seats........................................................................\
. 97
Starting System.................................................... 97
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 98
Trailer........................................................................\
98
Transmission......................................................... 99
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Seats.............................................................. 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 25
Using Tether Straps............................................. 26
Instrument Cluster.........................................78
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.......................71
Instrument Panel
............................................18
Interior Air Quality........................................106
Interior Lamps
..................................................72
Dome Task Lamp.................................................. 72
Front Interior Lamp.............................................. 72
Rear Interior Lamps.............................................. 72
Interior Mirror....................................................76 Automatic Dimming Mirror................................ 77
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 76
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................196
Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 196
Jump Starting....................................................... 197
Locating the Jump Starting Connection Points................................................................. 196
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 196
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 197
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................55
L
Liftgate................................................................61
Lighting Control
..............................................69
Flashing High Beam Headlamps.................... 70
Lighting Control Selections.............................. 69
Switching High Beam Headlamps On and Off........................................................................\
. 70
Lighting..............................................................69 General Information........................................... 69
Load Carrying
................................................180
Load Limit.......................................................180
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 184
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer................................................................. 180
Locking and Unlocking
.................................58
Battery Saver......................................................... 60
Hidden Rear Door Locks.................................... 58
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 59
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 60
Independent Liftgate Unlocking Feature................................................................ 59
Locking and Unlocking the Doors with the Key Blade........................................................... 58
Opening a Rear Door from the Inside...........58
Power Door Locks................................................ 58
Remote Control.................................................... 59
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 268
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Information Contained on the Tire
Sidewall........................................................... 250
Police Wheels and Tires................................. 260
Temperature A B C............................................ 248
Traction AA A B C.............................................. 248
Treadwear............................................................ 248
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........263 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 264
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 264
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 246
Towing a Trailer.............................................185
Load Placement................................................. 185
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................190
Emergency Towing............................................ 190
Recreational Towing......................................... 190
Towing..............................................................185
Traction Control
............................................156
Principle of Operation....................................... 156
Transmission..................................................142
Transporting the Vehicle...........................199
U
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L..................220
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L....................221
Unique Driving Characteristics................123
USB Port.........................................................306 Locating the USB Ports.................................. 306
Using All-Wheel Drive
.................................144
Driving In Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)............................... 146
How Utility Vehicles Differ from Other Vehicles............................................................. 146
Operating AWD Vehicles With Mismatched Tires.................................................................... 146
Using Snow Chains......................................261
Using Stability Control...............................158
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
.............................................................314
Audio Voice Commands.................................. 315
Media Sources..................................................... 314
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............310 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................... 311Pairing a Phone...................................................
310
Phone Controls..................................................... 311
Phone Voice Commands................................. 310
Using Traction Control................................156 Switching the System Off............................... 156
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 156
Using a Switch..................................................... 156
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 156
Using Voice Recognition...........................308 Initiating a Voice Session............................... 308
System Interaction and Feedback.............309
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................204
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................238
General Information......................................... 238
Vehicle Identification Number................279
Vehicle Storage
.............................................243
Body........................................................................\
243
Brakes.................................................................... 244
Cooling system................................................... 244
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery.............244
Engine ..................................................................... 243
Fuel system.......................................................... 244
General.................................................................. 243
Miscellaneous..................................................... 244
Plugging in Your HYBRID................................ 244
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................244
Tires........................................................................\
244
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............279
Voice Control...................................................66
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................79 Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 79
Battery...................................................................... 79
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 79
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 79
Cruise Control....................................................... 80
Deep Snow and Sand........................................ 80
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