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.
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.
DRIVING ECONOMICALLY
The following helps to improve fuelconsumption:
•Drive smoothly, accelerate gently andanticipate the road ahead to avoidheavy braking.
•Regularly check your tire pressures andmake sure that they are inflated to thecorrect pressure.
•Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule and carry out therecommended checks.
•Plan your journey and check the trafficbefore you set off. It is more efficientto combine errands into a single tripwhenever possible.
•Avoid idling the engine in cold weatheror for extended periods. Start theengine only when you are ready to setoff.
•Do not carry unnecessary weight in yourvehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
•Do not add unnecessary accessoriesto the exterior of your vehicle, forexample running boards. If you use aroof rack, remember to fold it down orremove it when not in use.
•Do not shift into neutral when you arebraking or when your vehicle is slowingdown.
•Shut all windows when driving at highspeeds.
•Switch off all electric systems whennot in use, for example air conditioning.Make sure that you unplug anyaccessories from the auxiliary powerpoints when not in use.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING: Use a floor matdesigned to fit the footwell of yourvehicle that does not obstruct the pedalarea. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Pedals that cannotmove freely can cause loss of vehiclecontrol and increase the risk of seriouspersonal injury.
WARNING: Secure the floor matto both retention devices so that itcannot slip out of position and interferewith the pedals. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
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Protected ComponentRatingItem
Aftermarket auxiliarylighting.30 A1
Not used.—2
Not used (spare).10 A3
Supplemental heater.60 A4
Supplemental heater.40 A5
Supplemental heater.40 A6
Heated wiper park.20 A7
Not used.—8
Power inverter.60 A9
Starter motor.30 A10
Powertrain control module.15 A11
Powertrain control module.15 A12
Powertrain control module.15 A13
Powertrain control module.15 A14
Not used.—15
Not used.—16
Not used.—17
Powertrain control module.10 A18
Anti-lock brake systemmodule.10 A19
Data link connector.10 A20
Headlamp switch.5 A21
Amplifier.20 A22
Not used.—23
Not used.—24
Left-hand enhanced head-lamps.25 A25
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2023 Bronco Sport (CHD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202208, First-PrintingFuses
Protected ComponentRatingItem
Anti-lock brake systempump.60 A49
Cooling fan.60 A50
Moonroof.30 A51
USB smart charger.5 A52
Not used.—53
Not used.—54
Not used.—55
A/C clutch.10 A56
Floodlamps.5 A57
Not used (spare).20 A58
Body control module.40 A59
USB smart charger.5 A60
Auxiliary power point.20 A61
Not used.—62
Not used.—63
Not used.—64
Not used.—65
Not used.—66
Not used.—67
Not used.—68
Port fuel injectors.15 A69
Auxiliary power point.20 A70
Auxiliary power point.20 A71
Rear window wiper.20 A72
Not used.—73
Windshield wiper motor.30 A74
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