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What Is the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight.........................................................272
What Is the Gross Combined WeightRating..........................................................272
Calculating Payload...................................274
Calculating the Load Limit......................274
Roof Rack.......................................................276
Fender Anchor Points................................279
Rear Cargo Area
Rear Cargo Area Anchor Points............280
Connecting a Trailer
Connecting a Trailer Precautions..........281
Connecting a Trailer....................................281
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting........................................................................282
Towing a Trailer
Towing a Trailer Precautions..................283
Trailer Brake Precautions.........................283
Towing a Trailer Limitations...................284
Loading Your Trailer...................................284
Trailer Towing Hints - ManualTransmission............................................284
Trailer Towing Hints - AutomaticTransmission............................................285
Launching or Retrieving a Boat orPersonal Watercraft..............................286
Towing Weights and Dimensions.........287
Towing a Trailer – Troubleshooting......288
Trailer Sway Control
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work........................................................................289
Trailer Sway Control Precautions.........289
Switching Trailer Sway Control On andOff................................................................289
Driving Hints
Off-Road Driving........................................290
Cold Weather Precautions......................298
Breaking-In...................................................298
Driving Economically................................299
Floor Mats.....................................................299
Crash and BreakdownInformation
Roadside Assistance..................................301
Switching the Hazard Flashers On andOff................................................................302
Jump Starting the Vehicle.......................302
Post-Crash Alert System.........................304
Post Impact Braking.................................304
Automatic Crash Shutoff........................305
Recovery Towing.........................................305
Transporting the Vehicle..........................307
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions.........308
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Manual Transmission...........................308
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Automatic Transmission.....................309
Emergency Towing.......................................311
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting..........................................................................311
Fuses
Fuse Precautions.........................................312
Under Hood Fuse Box................................312
Body Control Module Fuse Box..............316
Identifying Fuse Types...............................319
Fuses – Troubleshooting..........................319
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions.......................320
Opening and Closing the Hood.............320
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™.........................................................................321
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™........................................................................322
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Driving off-road places more stress on yourvehicle than most on-road driving. Afterdriving off-road, check for damage to thewheels, chassis and underbody.
Inspect the underbody of your vehicle bychecking tires, body structure, steering,suspension, and exhaust system fordamage.
Inspect the tires for any cuts in the treador sidewall area. Also inspect the sidewallfor any bulge indicating damage to the tire.
Make sure the tires are inflated to propertire pressure as indicated on the tireplacard.
Check the radiator for mud and debris andclean as needed.
Check that the air filter is clean and dry.
Remove accumulations of plants or brush.These things could be a fire hazard or hidedamage to the fuel lines, brake hoses andpropeller shafts.
Make sure the grille and radiator are clearof any obstructions that may affectcooling.
After extended operation in mud, sand,water, or similar dirty conditions, inspectthe wipers and washers to make sure theyare working.
Note:Mud caked windows are hard to seethrough and can damage wiper blades ormotor.
Check wipers for debris or anything thatmay scratch the windshield.
If you experience unusual vibration afterdriving in mud, slush or similar conditions,check the wheels for impacted material.Impacted material can cause vibrationswhen driving and wheel imbalance.Remove the material to reduce thevibration.
Note:If you have removed the impactedmaterial from the wheels and your vehiclestill has a vibration check your vehicle fordamage or see an authorized dealer.
Inspect the exhaust system for damage orlooseness.
Make sure that the brakes are in properworking order and free of any mud, stonesand debris, which can become trappedaround the brake rotor, backing plate andcaliper.
Inspect the wheels for dents, cracks, orother damage.
Inspect undercarriage fasteners. If any areloose or damaged, tighten or replaceensuring that the proper torquespecification is used.
Inspect for torn or punctured boots on balljoints, half shafts, steering gears.
Refit the front license plate if removedpreviously.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of somecomponents and systems can be affectedat temperatures below approximately-13°F (-25°C).
BREAKING-IN
Your vehicle requires a break-in period. Forthe first 1,000 mi (1,600 km), avoid drivingat high speeds, heavy braking, aggressiveshifting or using your vehicle to tow. Duringthis time, your vehicle may exhibit someunusual driving characteristics.
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Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators......................................................179Automatic Transmission Positions........178Drive (D).................................................................178Manual (M)...........................................................178Neutral (N)............................................................178Park (P)..................................................................178Reverse (R)...........................................................178Sport (S)................................................................179Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................178Auto Mode......................................................120Auto Mode Indicators........................................120Switching Auto Mode On and Off................120Switching Dual Mode On and Off..................121Auto-Start-Stop............................................161Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........163Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................163Auto-Start-Stop Precautions -Automatic Transmission..........................161Auto-Start-Stop Precautions - ManualTransmission................................................161Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................163Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................165Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages..........................................................163Autounlock........................................................78Autounlock Requirements................................79Switching Autounlock On and Off.................79What Is Autounlock.............................................78Auxiliary Switches.......................................454
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................331Blind Spot Information System.............256Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................258Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................258Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations..................................................256Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................256
Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements - AutomaticTransmission...............................................257Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements - ManualTransmission..............................................256Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................258Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................258Bluetooth®....................................................443Body Control Module Fuse Box...............316Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................316Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box............................................317Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................316Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........320Booster Seats..................................................48Brake Fluid Specification...........................195Brake Over Accelerator..............................194Brake Precautions........................................194Brakes...............................................................194Anti-Lock Braking System..............................194Brakes – Troubleshooting...............................195Brake Shift Interlock...................................180Brake Shift Interlock Precautions................180Using Brake Shift Interlock.............................180What Is Brake Shift Interlock.........................180Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................195Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................197Brakes – Information Messages...................196Brakes – Warning Lamps................................195Breaking-In....................................................298
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Calculating Payload....................................274Calculating the Load Limit.......................274Canceling the Set Speed.........................208Capacities and Specifications................401Catalytic Converter.......................................173Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting..............................................173Catalytic Converter Precautions.............173
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Removable Hard Top.......................................354Removable Roof Panels.................................350Removable Soft Top........................................354Removable Windows.......................................338Removable Windows.................................338Removable Windows Precautions..............338Removing and Installing the Rear QuarterWindows..........................................................338Removing and Installing the RearWindow............................................................340Removing the Key Blade.............................70Removing Your Vehicle FromStorage..........................................................375Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............373Replacement PartsRecommendation....................................504Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl..............................................................71Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................126Replacing the Front Wiper Blades............91Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades............92Reporting Safety Defects inCanada...........................................................471Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates.............................................................471Reprogramming the Garage DoorOpener...........................................................142Restarting the Engine - AutomaticTransmission...............................................163Restarting the Engine - ManualTransmission...............................................162Resuming the Set Speed..........................233Reverse Wipe..................................................90Reverse Wipe Settings.......................................90What Is Reverse Wipe........................................90Roadside Assistance...................................301Rollover Warning.........................................469Roof Rack........................................................276Adjusting a Roof Rack Crossbar...................278Removing and Installing the RoofRack....................................................................276Roof Rack Load Capacities............................278Roof Rack Precautions....................................276Route Guidance...........................................448Adjusting the Guidance PromptVolume.............................................................448Canceling Route Guidance............................449Repeating an Instruction................................449
Route Guidance Settings...............................449Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................298Running Out of Fuel....................................168Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................168Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................168
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Satellite Radio..............................................426Locating the Satellite Radio IdentificationNumber.............................................................427Satellite Radio Limitations............................426Satellite Radio Settings...................................427Selecting a Channel..........................................427What Is Satellite Radio....................................426Scheduled Maintenance..........................459Seatbelt Extensions.......................................57Seatbelt Precautions....................................52Seatbelt Reminder........................................54How Does the Seatbelt ReminderWork.....................................................................54Seatbelt Reminder Indicators.........................55Switching the Seatbelt Reminder On andOff.........................................................................56Seatbelts...........................................................52Automatic Locking Mode..................................54Seatbelt Reminder..............................................54Sensitive Locking Mode.....................................53Security..............................................................87Passive Anti-Theft System...............................87Security – Troubleshooting..............................87Security – Troubleshooting........................87Security – Frequently AskedQuestions...........................................................88Security – Information Messages..................87Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - 4x4with Part Time Engagement.................184Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode -Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode...............185Selecting a G.O.A.T. Mode.........................242Selecting the Audio Source.....................422Sending and Receiving a TextMessage........................................................441Sensitive Locking Mode...............................53How Does Sensitive Locking ModeWork.....................................................................53
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