2022 FORD BRONCO ignition switch

12V BATTERY – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays onor continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays onor continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Charging System ServiceSoon
The charging system needs servicing. Have your vehicleimmediately checked.Charging System ServiceNow
The battery management system determines that the 12Vbattery is at a low state of charge. Start the engine to chargethe battery or charge the battery using an aftermarket batterycharger. Always use the vehicle ground point when connectingthe negative cable of the external battery charger. See JumpStarting the Vehicle (page 303).This message clears onceyou restart your vehicle and the battery state of charge hasrecovered. Do not switch on the ignition when a batterycharger is in use to charge the battery.
Battery State of ChargeLow
The battery management system determines that the batteryis at a low state of charge. Turn the ignition off as soon aspossible to protect the battery. This message will clear oncethe vehicle has been started and the battery state of chargehas recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads willallow faster battery state-of-charge recovery.
Turn Power Off To SaveBattery
Displayed when the battery management system detects anextended low-voltage condition. Various vehicle features willbe disabled to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many ofthe electrical loads as soon as possible to improve systemvoltage. If the system voltage has recovered, the disabledfeatures will operate again as normal.
Electrical Power SaverActive Some FeaturesTurned Off See Manual
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
The battery is in the engine compartment.See Under Hood Overview (page 321).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-freebattery. It does not require additionalwater during service.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep thetop of the battery clean and dry and thebattery cables tightly fastened to thebattery terminals. If any corrosion ispresent on the battery or terminals, removethe cables from the terminals and cleanwith a wire brush. You can neutralize theacid with a solution of baking soda andwater.
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We recommend that you disconnect thenegative battery cable terminal from thebattery if you plan to store your vehicle foran extended period.
Note:If you only disconnect the negativebattery cable terminal, make sure it isisolated or placed away from the batteryterminal to avoid unintended connection orarcing.
To maintain correct operation of thebattery management system, if you addany electrical devices to your vehicle, donot connect the ground connection directlyto the negative battery terminal. Aconnection at the negative battery terminalcan cause inaccurate measurements ofthe battery condition and potentialincorrect system operation.
Note:If you add electrical accessories orcomponents to your vehicle this mayadversely affect battery performance,durability and the performance of otherelectrical systems on your vehicle.
If you replace the battery make sure itmatches the electrical requirements ofyour vehicle.
If you disconnect or replace the batteryand your vehicle has an automatictransmission, it must relearn its adaptivestrategy. Because of this, the transmissionmay shift firmly when first driven. This isnormal operation while the transmissionfully updates its operation to optimumshift feel.
Remove and Reinstall the Battery
To disconnect or remove the battery, dothe following:
1.Apply the parking brake and switch theignition off.
2.Switch all electrical equipment off, forexample lights and radio.
3.Wait a minimum of two minutes beforedisconnecting the battery.
Note:The engine management system hasa power hold function and remains poweredfor a period of time after you switch theignition off. This is to allow diagnostic andadaptive tables to be stored. Disconnectingthe battery without waiting can causedamage not covered by the vehicleWarranty.
4.Disconnect the negative battery cableterminal.
5.Disconnect the positive battery cableterminal.
6.Remove the battery securing clamp.
7.Remove the battery.
8.To install, reverse the removalprocedure.
Note:Before reconnecting the battery,make sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note:Make sure the battery cable terminalsare fully tightened.
Note:After cleaning or replacing thebattery, make sure you reinstall the batterycover or shield.
If you disconnect or replace the vehiclebattery, you must reset the followingfeatures:
•Window bounce-back. See Windows(page 103).
•Clock settings.
•Pre-set radio stations.
•Steering angle sensor.
Note:To calibrate the steering anglesensor, drive the vehicle above 30 mph(50 km/h) for a minimum of 1.2 mi (2 km).Make sure to drive straight ahead for aminimum of 30 seconds. Several vehiclefunctions are disabled and a warning lightcould appear until the sensor is calibrated.
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15.Insert the door harness into theconnector.
16.Open and close the installed door afew times to make sure you alignedit properly and that it operatesnormally.
17.To install additional doors, repeatSteps 3 – 16.
18.Close the doors and switch theignition on. Check for any warningmessages.
19.Return the mirrors to the drivingposition.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING THEDOORS - VEHICLES WITH: TUBEDOORS (If Equipped)
WARNING: Tube doors are foroff-road use only. Tube doors are notdesigned like factory doors. Occupantprotection, door system performance,and safety system performance,including safety canopy and front seatmounted side airbags, may be affectedduring a crash or rollover.
WARNING: Always keep hands,feet and other body parts inside thevehicle at all times.
Installing the Doors
1.If not already removed, remove thefactory doors. See Removing andInstalling the Doors (page 342).
Note:When you remove the doors, the rearseat occupant alert no longer functions.
2.Switch your vehicle off.
3.Fold the mirrors completely toward thefront of your vehicle before installingthe front doors.
4.Inspect and clean debris from thebodyside and door hinges.
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WHAT ARE THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES
The auxiliary switchboard on the overheadconsole makes aftermarket customizationeasier with six prewired switchesconnected to the power distribution box.Each circuit is individually fused forconnection of electrical accessories.
For maximum vehicle performance, keepthe following information in mind whenadding accessories or equipment to yourvehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weightcapacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR asindicated on the safety compliancecertification label). Ask an authorizeddealer for specific weight information.
•It is your responsibility to ensure thatany equipment you have fittedcomplies with applicable locallegislation.
•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communication systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized dealer add anyelectrical or electronic accessories orcomponents not produced by us toyour vehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of the other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES
The switches are labeled AUX 1 throughAUX 6. They only operate when the ignitionis in the on position or in the off positionwhen Delay Accessory is active, whetherthe engine is running or not. Werecommend that you leave the enginerunning to maintain battery charge whenusing the switches for an extended time orwhen using higher current drawaccessories. When a switch is turned on,the indicator light on the switch illuminatesand the circuit provides power to thedevice wired to that switch.
LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCH WIRING
There are six powered circuits and fivenon-powered circuits.
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Changing the Tire Pressure Unit....................114Personal Safety SystemComponents.................................................58Personal Safety System™..........................58Phone Menu..................................................438Phone...............................................................438Phone Precautions.....................................438Playing Media Using Bluetooth®..........443Playing Media Using the USB Port.........143Playing or Pausing the AudioSource...........................................................422Post-Crash Alert System..........................304How Does the Post-Crash Alert SystemWork..................................................................304Post-Crash Alert SystemLimitations......................................................304Switching the Post-Crash Alert SystemOff......................................................................304What Is the Post-Crash AlertSystem.............................................................304Post Impact Braking..................................304How Does Post Impact BrakingWork..................................................................304Overriding Post Impact Braking...................305Post Impact Braking Indicators....................305Post Impact Braking Limitations.................304Power Outlet Indicators.............................145Power Outlet..................................................145Power Outlet Precautions.........................145Power Seats...................................................130Adjusting the Head Restraint.........................130Adjusting the Lumbar Support......................132Adjusting the Seat Backrest...........................132Adjusting the Seat Cushion.............................132Adjusting the Seat Height................................132Head Restraint Components.........................130Installing the Head Restraint...........................131Moving the Seat Backward andForward..............................................................131Removing the Head Restraint.........................131Pre-Collision Assist Limitations.............263Pre-Collision Assist Precautions............262Pre-Collision Assist.....................................262Automatic Emergency Braking....................266Distance Indication...........................................264Evasive Steering Assist....................................266Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting............................................267
Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting........................................267Pre-Collision Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................268Pre-Collision Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................267Pre-Collision Assist – WarningLamps................................................................267Preparing Your Vehicle forStorage..........................................................374Programming a MyKey.................................75Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Garage Door OpenerMotor.............................................................140Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Gate Opener Motor.....................141Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Hand-Held Transmitter...........140Programming the Remote Control..........72Properly Adjusting the Driver and FrontPassenger Seats..........................................62PunctureSee: Changing a Flat Tire................................395Push Button Ignition Switch......................151
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels............................................................472Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.............................................................472Body Control Module.......................................478Garage Door Opener.........................................481Keys and Remote Controls.............................481Radio Transceiver Module..............................487SYNC......................................................................489Telematics Control Unit..................................495Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors............................................................496Wireless Accessory ChargingModule.............................................................500Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................414Rear Cargo Area Anchor Points.............280Locating the Rear Cargo Area AnchorPoints................................................................280Rear Cargo Area Anchor Point LoadCapacities.......................................................280
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