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4.Press the push button ignition switch.
STOPPING THE ENGINE WHENYOUR VEHICLE IS MOVING
WARNING: Switching off theengine when your vehicle is still movingresults in a significant decrease inbraking assistance. Higher effort isrequired to apply the brakes and to stopyour vehicle. A significant decrease insteering assistance could also occur. Thesteering does not lock, but higher effortcould be required to steer your vehicle.When you switch the ignition off, someelectrical circuits, for example airbags,also turn off. If you unintentionally switchthe ignition off, shift into neutral (N) andrestart the engine.
1.Press and hold the push button ignitionswitch until the engine stops, or pressit three times within two seconds.
2.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3.Shift into park (P).
4.Apply the parking brake.
AUTOMATIC ENGINE STOP (IF
EQUIPPED)
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC ENGINESTOP
Automatic engine stop is a feature thatswitches the engine off if it has been idlingfor an extended period to help you savefuel.
HOW DOES AUTOMATIC ENGINESTOP WORK
Automatic engine stop turns the engineoff. The ignition also turns off in order tosave battery power. Before the engineshuts down, a message appears in theinformation display showing a timercounting down. If you do not intervenewithin 30 seconds, the engine shuts down.Another message appears in theinformation display to inform you that theengine has shut down in order to save fuel.Start your vehicle as you normally do.
SWITCHING AUTOMATIC ENGINESTOP ON AND OFF
1.Press the menu button on the steeringwheel to enter the information displaymain menu.
2.Select Settings.
3.Switch Auto Engine Off or 30minMax Idle on or off.
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown. If you switch itoff, it turns on each time you switch theignition on.
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OVERRIDING AUTOMATIC ENGINESTOP
You can stop the engine shutdown, or resetthe timer, at any point before the30-second countdown has expired bydoing any of the following:
•Pressing the brake pedal or acceleratorpedal.
•Pressing the OK or RESET buttonduring the countdown.
Note: You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic engine shutdown feature.When you switch it off temporarily, it turnson at the next ignition cycle.
ACCESSING THE PASSIVE KEY
BACKUP POSITION
If you are unable to start the engine, do thefollowing:
1.Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
2.With the buttons facing upward andthe unlock button facing the front ofyour vehicle, place the passive key intothe backup slot.
3.With the key in this position, press thebrake pedal then press the push buttonignition switch to switch the ignition onand start your vehicle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – WARNING LAMPS
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it illuminates when the engineis running, the on-boarddiagnostics system is detectinga malfunction of the vehicle emissioncontrol system.
If it flashes, engine misfire could beoccurring. Increased exhaust gastemperatures could damage the catalyticconverter or other vehicle components.Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration,and have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
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STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
Why is the engine idle speed high whenI am starting the engine?
The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimizedto minimize vehicle emissions andmaximize cabin comfort and fueleconomy.
Why does the engine not crank?
You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of timebefore the starting system temporarilydisables. If you exceed the startingtime limit, a message may appear andyou cannot attempt to start the enginefor at least 15 minutes.
Why do I experience different drivingcharacteristics?
If you disconnect the battery, yourvehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics forapproximately 5 mi (8 km) after youreconnect it. This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
Why can I not start the engine?
If you cannot start the engine after 3attempts, wait 10 seconds and do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal.
Note:Make sure that the parking brake isapplied.
Note:Make sure that the transmission is inpark (P) or neutral (N).
2.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
3.Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:The engine cranks for a short periodof time and then it stops.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
5.Press the push button ignition switch.
Why does the system not detect apassive key?
If the system does not detect a passivekey and you are unable to start theengine, insert the passive key into thebackup position and press the pushbutton ignition switch to start theengine. See Accessing the PassiveKey Backup Position (page 161).
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WHAT IS AUTO-START-STOP
Auto Start-Stop Technology: Ford Cars andSUV's
The system is designed to help reduce fuelconsumption and CO2 emissions bystopping the engine when it is idling, forexample at traffic lights.
AUTO-START-STOP
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou leave your vehicle. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou open the hood or have any serviceor repair work completed. If you do notswitch the ignition off, the engine couldrestart at any time. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
SWITCHING AUTO-START-
STOP ON AND OFF
The system turns on when you switch theignition on.
Press the button to switch thesystem off.
Note:OFF illuminates in the switch.
Note:Deactivating the system using thebutton lasts only one key cycle.
Press the button again to switch thesystem back on.
Note: The system turns off if it detects amalfunction. If the system malfunctions,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Stop your vehicle, keep your foot on thebrake pedal and the transmission in drive(D).
Note:Power assist steering turns off whenthe engine stops.
RESTARTING THE ENGINE
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
A message appears in the instrumentcluster display if the system requires youto take action.
AUTO-START-STOP
INDICATORS
WARNING: The system mayrequire the engine to automaticallyrestart when the auto-start-stopindicator illuminates green or flashesamber. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates green when theengine stops. It flashes amberand a message appears when you need totake action.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates gray with astrikethrough when the systemis not available.
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AUTO-START-STOP –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the engine not alwaysstop when I expect it to?
The system is designed to work in a waythat complements other vehicle systems,allowing them to operate at optimumperformance.
The system does not stop the engine if:
•The driver door is open.
•Your vehicle is at high altitude.
•The heated windshield is on.
•The engine is warming up.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The battery charge is low.
•The battery temperature is outside theoptimal operating range.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain interior climate and reducefogging.
Why does the engine sometimesrestart when I do not expect it to?
The system is designed to work in a waythat complements other vehicle systems,allowing them to operate at optimumperformance.
The system restarts the engine if:
•You switch the heated windshield on.
•You switch maximum defrost on.
•Your vehicle starts to roll downhill inneutral.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain adequate brake systemassistance.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain interior climate and reducefogging.
Can I permanently switch thesystem off?
No. The system plays an important role inreducing the fuel consumption and the CO2emissions.
Will the frequent engine startscause parts to wear out?
Your vehicle has an enhanced battery andstarter motor that are designed for theincreased number of engine starts.
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FUEL TANK CAPACITY
Advertised Capacity
The advertised capacity is the maximumamount of fuel that you can add to the fueltank after running out of fuel. Included inthe advertised capacity is an emptyreserve. The empty reserve is anunspecified amount of fuel that remainsin the fuel tank when the fuel gaugeindicates empty.
Note:The amount of fuel in the emptyreserve varies and should not be relied uponto increase driving range.
FUEL AND REFUELING –
TROUBLESHOOTING
FUEL AND REFUELING –WARNING LAMPS
If it illuminates when you aredriving, refuel as soon aspossible.
FUEL AND REFUELING –INFORMATION MESSAGES
Refueling System Warning
If the fuel tank filler valve does not fullyclose, a message could appear in theinstrument cluster display.
Message
Check Fuel Fill Inlet
If the message appears, do the following:
1.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so and switch the engine off.
2.Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
3.Apply the parking brake.
4.Fully open the fuel filler door.
5.Check the fuel tank filler valve for anydebris that may be restricting itsmovement.
6.Remove any debris from the fuel tankfiller valve.
7.Fully insert a fuel pump nozzle or thefuel filler funnel provided with yourvehicle into the fuel filler pipe. SeeLocating the Fuel Filler Funnel(page 168). This action should dislodgeany debris that may be preventing thefuel tank filler valve from fully closing.
8.Remove the fuel pump nozzle or fuelfiller funnel from the fuel filler pipe.
9.Fully close the fuel filler door.
Note:The message may not immediatelyreset. If the message continues to appearand a warning lamp illuminates, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: When your vehicle isstationary, keep the brake pedal fullypressed when shifting gears. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury, death or propertydamage.
WARNING: Do not apply the brakepedal and accelerator pedalsimultaneously. Applying both pedalssimultaneously for more than a fewseconds will limit power, which mayresult in difficulty maintaining speed intraffic and could lead to serious injury.
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch thevehicle off and remove the key or remotecontrol before you leave your vehicle.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSITIONS
PARK (P)
WARNING: Shift into park (P) onlywhen your vehicle is stationary.
In park (P) power is not transmitted to thedriven wheels.
Note:A tone sounds if you attempt to exityour vehicle without the vehicle in park (P).
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if the 12V battery has run out of charge.
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if a fuse is blown.
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) unless the key or remote control is insideyour vehicle.
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply when you power your vehicle on withthe selector in park (P).
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply if you shift to park (P) without fullypressing the brake pedal.
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply if you shift to park (P) on a slope.
Note:Do not manually release the parkingbrake when the selector is in park (P). SeeAutomatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake (page 185).
Note:Your vehicle could shift into park (P)if you attempt to exit your vehicle withoutthe transmission in park (P). See How DoesAutomatic Return to Park (P) Work (page177).
Note:A tone could sound when you selectpark (P).
REVERSE (R)
WARNING: Shift into reverse (R)only when your vehicle is stationary.
In reverse (R) power is transmitted to thedriven wheels.
NEUTRAL (N)
WARNING: In neutral (N) yourvehicle is free to roll.
In neutral (N) power is not transmitted tothe driven wheels.
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DRIVE (D)
In drive (D) power is transmitted to thedriven wheels.
SPORT (S)
In sport (S) your vehicle holds gears longer.
Note:We recommend using this mode fora sportier feel or when driving on hilly ormountainous roads.
SHIFTING YOUR VEHICLE INTO
GEAR
Rotary Gear Shift Dial
The transmission selector is on the centerconsole.
1.Press and hold the brake pedal.
2.Rotate the outer ring to select aposition.
Note:The position illuminates on thetransmission selector.
Note:Your vehicle cannot shift from drive(D) to park (P) with a clockwise rotation.Your vehicle cannot shift from park (P) todrive (D) with a counterclockwise rotation.
3.Press the low (L) or manual (M) orsport (S) button when your vehicle isin drive (D) to enter or exit mode.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSITION INDICATORS
The instrument cluster displays the currentposition.
Note:The position could illuminate on thetransmission selector.
MANUALLY SHIFTING GEARS
(IF EQUIPPED)
SHIFTING USING THE PADDLESHIFTERS
The instrument cluster displays the currentgear. The current gear flashes when yourvehicle cannot shift into the requestedgear. Your vehicle will not shift if therequested gear raises or lowers the enginespeed beyond the limit.
Your vehicle could shift when you fullypress the accelerator or brake pedal.
Note:Prolonged driving with high enginespeed could cause vehicle damage notcovered by vehicle warranty.
Note:Drive modes could affect when thevehicle shifts into the requested gear.
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