
This introduces new features and providesupdates to the vehicle's software systems.Make sure to switch Automatic Updateson, set a recurring update schedule andconnect your vehicle to Wi-Fi. Updatescould take longer when not connected toWi-Fi or could not download at all. SeeConnecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork (page 476). See Connecting theVehicle to a Wi-Fi Network (page 476).
Your vehicle may be able to receivedrivable software updates, non-drivablesoftware updates or both. Drivablesoftware updates happen during normalvehicle usage and require limited inputfrom you. You are notified on yourtouchscreen and connected device priorto a non-drivable update.
Most updates complete in less than 30minutes, although some updates couldtake up to a few hours. Check yourtouchscreen or connected device for themost accurate estimated update time.
You are notified of the status of the vehiclesoftware update in the touchscreen andon your connected device. See SoftwareUpdate Indicators (page 534).
Vehicle Software UpdateRequirements
Non-drivable software updates do notinstall if any of the following occur:
•Your vehicle is running.
•Your vehicle is switched on.
•Your vehicle is not parked.
•The 12 V battery charge is too low.
•The hazard indicators are switched on.
•The alarm is sounding.
•The doors are open.
•The parking lamps are switched on.
•You are pressing the brake pedal.
•An emergency call is in process.
•Your vehicle is in limp home mode.
Vehicle Software UpdateLimitations
Once you begin a non-drivable softwareupdate, you cannot:
•Cancel the update.
•Lock, unlock or enter your vehicleunless you have a key blade.
•You can open the doors using themechanical latch if child locks arenot on.
•Drive your vehicle.
•Start your vehicle.
•Use the remote control to lock, unlockor start your vehicle.
•Use the alarm, central locks or doortones.
•Use the electronic door locks.
•Charge your vehicle.
•Charging resumes once the updatecompletes.
SOFTWARE UPDATE
SETTINGS - VEHICLES WITH:
12 INCH SCREEN
To access the Software Updates menu:
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Software Updates.
You can do the following in the SoftwareUpdates menu:
•Switch Automatic Updates on and off.
•Schedule and install software updates.
•View software update details.
Press the button next to a menuoption for more information.
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Blind Spot Information System.............320Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................324Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage...........................................................322Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................323Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations..................................................320Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................320Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements............................................320Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................324Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................324Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage.........................................322Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage Limitations...................................322Selecting a Trailer..............................................323Setting a Trailer Length....................................322What Is Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Coverage.............................................322BlueCruise Alerts.........................................300BlueCruise AutomaticCancellation...............................................300BlueCruise.......................................................297BlueCruise – Troubleshooting.......................301BlueCruise Indicators................................300BlueCruise Limitations..............................298BlueCruise Precautions.............................297BlueCruise Requirements........................298BlueCruise Settings....................................299BlueCruise – Troubleshooting.................301BlueCruise – Information Messages...........301Bluetooth®....................................................520Body Control Module Fuse Box.............408Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................408Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box..........................................408Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................408Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........412Booster Seats..................................................45
Brake Fluid Specification..........................230Brake Over Accelerator..............................229Brake Precautions.......................................229Brakes..............................................................229Anti-Lock Braking System..............................229Brakes – Troubleshooting..............................230Brakes – Troubleshooting........................230Brakes – Frequently Asked Questions........231Brakes – Warning Lamps...............................230Breaking-In....................................................389
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Calculating Payload....................................347Calculating the Load Limit.......................347Canceling the Set Speed..........................250Capacities and Specifications................463Catalytic Converter.......................................212Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting.............................................212Catalytic Converter Precautions.............212Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting.........................................212Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps.................................................................212Center Console...............................................191Locking the Center Console.............................191Opening the Center Console...........................191Center Display Limitations......................499Center Display Overview..........................499Center Display Precautions.....................499Changing a Flat Tire...................................456Changing a Road Wheel...........................456Changing the 12V Battery.........................420Changing the Fuel Filter.............................419Changing the Language.............................142Changing the Measurement Unit...........142Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Flip Key..............................69Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........70Changing the Temperature Unit.............142Changing the Tire Pressure Unit.............142Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password - Vehicles With: 12Inch Screen.................................................479
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Drive Mode Control.....................................303Drive Mode Control –Troubleshooting............................................307Drive Modes.........................................................304Drive Mode Control –Troubleshooting........................................307Drive Mode Control – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................308Drive Mode Control – InformationMessages.........................................................307Drive Mode Control – WarningLamps...............................................................307Drive Modes...................................................304Eco..........................................................................304Mud/Ruts.............................................................304Normal..................................................................304Sand.......................................................................304Slippery.................................................................305Sport......................................................................305Tow/Haul..............................................................306Trail.........................................................................306Driver Alert.....................................................339Driver Alert – Troubleshooting.....................340Driver Alert Limitations..............................339Driver Alert Precautions............................339Driver Alert – Troubleshooting...............340Driver Alert – Information Messages.........340Driving Economically.................................389Driving Hints..................................................389Driving in Special Conditions........................390Driving in Special Conditions..................390Driving In Sand.....................................................391Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain...............390Driving Through Mud and Water.................390Driving on Snow and Ice...........................389Driving Through Shallow Water..............391
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Easy Entry and Exit.......................................90Electric Parking Brake AudibleWarning........................................................233Electric Parking Brake.................................232Electric Parking Brake –Troubleshooting............................................233
Electric Parking Brake –Troubleshooting........................................233Electric Parking Brake – InformationMessages.........................................................234Electric Parking Brake – WarningLamps................................................................233Electric Power Steering.............................258Electric Power Steering Precautions..........258How Does Electric Power SteeringWork..................................................................258Electromagnetic Compatibility..............625Electronic Limited-SlipDifferential..................................................226Electronic Limited-Slip Differential –Troubleshooting............................................228Electronic Limited-Slip DifferentialIndicators.....................................................226Electronic Limited-Slip Differential –Troubleshooting........................................228Electronic Limited-Slip Differential –Information Messages................................228Emergency Call Limitations.......................66Emergency Call Requirements.................65Emergency Call System Data....................29Emergency Towing.....................................402Emission Law - United States ofAmerica.........................................................621Enabling Apps on an AndroidDevice............................................................522Enabling Apps on an iOS Device............522Enabling Remote Start - Vehicles With:12 Inch Screen.............................................144Enabling Remote Start - Vehicles With:15 Inch Screen.............................................144End User License Agreement.................596Engine Air Filter.............................................419Changing the Engine Air Filter.......................419Engine Block Heater....................................195Engine Block Heater Precautions.................195How Does the Engine Block HeaterWork...................................................................196Using the Engine Block Heater......................196Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge.............................................................136Engine Oil Capacity andSpecification..............................................465Engine Oil........................................................414Adding Engine Oil...............................................414
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Checking the Engine Oil Level.......................414Engine Oil Capacity andSpecification...................................................415Engine Oil Dipstick Overview.........................414Resetting the Intelligent Oil LifeMonitor..............................................................415Engine Oil Pressure Gauge........................136Engine Specifications................................463Entering a Parallel Parking Space..........273Entering a Perpendicular ParkingSpace.............................................................274Evasive Steering Assist..............................336Evasive Steering Assist Limitations............336Switching Evasive Steering Assist On andOff......................................................................336What Is Evasive Steering Assist...................336Event Data.........................................................27Exiting a Parking Space.............................274Export Unique Options..............................622Extending the Remote StartDuration.........................................................145Exterior Bulbs................................................423Changing a License Plate Lamp Bulb........427Changing a Rear Lamp Bulb..........................425Changing a Rear Turn Signal LampBulb....................................................................426Changing a Reversing Lamp Bulb................427Changing a Stoplamp Bulb...........................426Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................423Removing a Rear Lamp Assembly..............425Exterior Lamps................................................117Exterior Lamp Indicators...................................119Exterior Lamps On Audible Warning............119Switching the Daytime Running Lamps Onand Off................................................................117Switching the Spot Lamps On andOff........................................................................119Using the Front Fog Lamps.............................118Using the Turn Signal Lamps...........................117Exterior Lighting Control.............................115Exterior Lighting.............................................115Autolamps..............................................................116Automatic High Beam Control.......................121Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.............................................124Exterior Lamps......................................................117Exterior Zone Lighting........................................119Headlamps.............................................................115
Headlamps – Troubleshooting......................115Exterior Mirrors..............................................130Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror.........................131Exterior Zone Lighting..................................119Exterior Zone Lighting Settings......................121Using the Exterior Zone Lighting....................119What Is Exterior Zone Lighting.......................119
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Fastening and Unfastening theSeatbelts........................................................49Feature Bar....................................................500Flat TireSee: Changing a Flat Tire...............................456Floor Mats.......................................................392Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Manual Folding Mirrors................130Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Power Folding Mirrors....................131Foot PedalsSee: Adjusting the Pedals...............................108Ford Assistant..............................................504Ford Assistant – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................505Ford Assistant Settings..................................504Using Ford Assistant........................................504Ford Power-UpSee: Software Update Settings - VehiclesWith: 12 Inch Screen.....................................532See: Software Update Settings - VehiclesWith: 15 Inch Screen.....................................533See: Vehicle Software Updates....................532Ford Protect...................................................537Four-Wheel Drive Driving Hints..............222Driving In Sand....................................................222Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain................223Driving on Snow and Ice..................................224Driving Through Mud and Water..................223Four-Wheel Drive.........................................219Four-Wheel Drive Driving Hints....................222Four-Wheel Drive Modes.................................221Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.........224Four-Wheel Drive Indicators....................222Four-Wheel Drive Limitations.................220Four-Wheel Drive Modes...........................221Four-Wheel Drive Auto....................................222Four-Wheel Drive High.....................................222
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Power Running Boards..............................104Power Running Boards –Troubleshooting.............................................105Power Running Boards –Troubleshooting.........................................105Power Running Boards – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................105Power Seats...................................................164Adjusting the Head Restraint.........................164Adjusting the Lumbar Support.....................166Adjusting the Seat Backrest...........................166Adjusting the Seat Cushion............................166Adjusting the Seat Height...............................166Folding the Seat Backrest................................174Head Restraint Components.........................164Installing the Head Restraint.........................165Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................165Removing the Head Restraint.......................165Unfolding the Seat Backrest...........................175Pre-Collision Assist Limitations.............329Pre-Collision Assist Precautions...........328Pre-Collision Assist.....................................328Automatic Emergency Braking.....................335Distance Alert......................................................335Distance Indication............................................332Evasive Steering Assist....................................336Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting.............................................337Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting........................................337Pre-Collision Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................338Pre-Collision Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................337Pre-Collision Assist – WarningLamps................................................................337Preparing Your Vehicle forStorage.........................................................435Programming a MyKey..................................77Programming the Garage DoorOpener...........................................................182Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................72Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........73Properly Adjusting the Driver and FrontPassenger Seats..........................................59
PunctureSee: Changing a Flat Tire...............................456Push Button Ignition Switch....................194
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels.............................................................551Blind Spot Information SystemSensors..............................................................551Body Control Module........................................557Cruise Control Module....................................560Keys and Remote Controls............................564Passive Anti-Theft System............................570Radio Transceiver Module..............................574SYNC.......................................................................577Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors.............................................................582Wireless Accessory ChargingModule.............................................................588Rear Auto Mode............................................159Switching Rear Auto Mode On andOff.......................................................................159Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification................................................471Rear Cross Traffic BrakingSee: Cross Traffic Braking...............................239Rear Exterior.....................................................36Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.......................................................178Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators......................................................178Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations....................................................177Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions...................................................177Rear Occupant Alert System....................177Rear Parking Aid...........................................262Locating the Rear Parking AidSensors.............................................................262Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings............262Rear Parking Aid Limitations.........................262What is the Rear Parking Aid.........................262Rear Passenger Climate ControlIndicators......................................................159Rear Passenger Climate Control............158Rear Auto Mode..................................................159
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Rear Seats.......................................................169Heated Seats........................................................175Manual Seats.......................................................169Power Seats..........................................................173Rear View Camera Guide Lines..............267Rear View Camera Precautions.............266Rear View Camera......................................266Rear View Camera Settings...........................267Rear View Camera Settings.....................267Switching Rear View Camera Delay On andOff......................................................................268Zooming the Rear View Camera In andOut......................................................................267Rebooting the Center Display.................501Recalling a Preset Position........................179Recovery Towing - Vehicles With: FrontTow Hook.....................................................397Accessing the Front Towing Point...............397Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x2.................................................................402Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4................................................................400Refueling........................................................208Manually Opening the Fuel FillerDoor...................................................................209Refueling System Overview..........................208Refueling Your Vehicle....................................208Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ifthe Vehicle Battery Has Run Out ofCharge...........................................................233Remote Control Limitations.......................67Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle...........................................................144Remote Start Limitations..........................144Remote Start Precautions........................144Remote Start Remote ControlIndicators......................................................145Remote Start.................................................144Remote Start Settings - Vehicles With:12 Inch Screen.............................................145Remote Start Settings - Vehicles With:15 Inch Screen.............................................146Removing the Key Blade.............................68Removing Your Vehicle FromStorage.........................................................436Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............433Replacement PartsRecommendation....................................595
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl..............................................................71Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................160Replacing the Front Wiper Blades...........111Replacing the Rear Wiper Blades............112Reporting Safety Defects inCanada.........................................................550Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates...........................................................550Resetting the Stopping Position -Vehicles With: Power AdjustableSteering Column........................................107Restarting the Engine................................202Resuming the Set Speed..........................278Resuming the Set Speed - Vehicles With:12 Inch Screen.............................................287Resuming the Set Speed - Vehicles With:8 Inch Screen.............................................286Reverse Braking Assist Indicators.........236Reverse Braking AssistPrecautions.................................................235Reverse Braking Assist...............................235Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.............................................237Reverse Braking Assist –Troubleshooting.........................................237Reverse Braking Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................238Reverse Braking Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................237Reverse Wipe..................................................110Reverse Wipe Settings......................................110What Is Reverse Wipe........................................110Roadside Assistance..................................393Rollover Warning.........................................548Roof Rack.......................................................349Roof Rack Load Capacities...........................349Roof Rack Precautions....................................349Route Guidance............................................527Adjusting the Guidance PromptVolume..............................................................527Canceling Route Guidance............................528Repeating an Instruction................................528Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................389Running Out of Fuel....................................207Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................207
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Using Keyless Entry.......................................85Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems...........................................................77Using Progressive Range Selection........217Using Snow Chains....................................446Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls........................................................140Using the Integrated Trailer BrakeController.....................................................365Using the Keyless Entry Keypad...............89Using the Remote Control..........................67Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceController - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen...........................................................373Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceController - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen...........................................................374Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen...........................................................375Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen...........................................................376Using This Publication..................................22Using Trailer Reverse GuidanceViews.............................................................385
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Vehicle Care...................................................429Cleaning the Exterior........................................430Cleaning the Interior..........................................431Vehicle Identification Number................474Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................474Vehicle Identification NumberOverview...........................................................474Vehicle Identification..................................474Vehicle Identification Number......................474Vehicle Interior................................................34Vehicle Software Updates.......................532Vehicle System Reset................................535Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting.......................................480Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................480
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................478Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting...........................................480Ventilated Seats...........................................168Switching the Ventilated Seats On andOff.......................................................................168Ventilated Seat Precautions..........................168VentilationSee: Climate Control - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen................................................................148See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen................................................................153Venting the Moonroof.................................133Viewing the Tire Pressures......................454Visual Search...................................................30Voice Interaction.........................................504Ford Assistant....................................................504
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Warranty Information................................623Washer Fluid Specification.....................468Washers.............................................................112Adding Washer Fluid...........................................113Switching the Courtesy Wipe On andOff.........................................................................113Using the Rear Window Washer....................113Using the Windshield Washer.........................112Washer Fluid Specification..............................113Washer Precautions............................................112WashersSee: Wipers and Washers...............................109Waxing Your Vehicle...................................434Waypoints.......................................................527Adding a Waypoint............................................527Editing Waypoints..............................................527What Are the Instrument ClusterIndicators......................................................138What Are the Instrument ClusterWarning Lamps..........................................136What Is 911 Assist...........................................65What Is a Connected Vehicle..................475What Is Active Park Assist........................273What is Alexa Built-In.................................507What Is Auto-Start-Stop..........................202What Is Blind Spot InformationSystem..........................................................320What Is BlueCruise......................................297
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What Is Cross Traffic Alert........................325What Is Cross Traffic Braking..................239What Is Cruise Control................................277What Is Drive Mode Control....................303What Is Driver Alert.....................................339What Is Ford Protect...................................537What Is Hill Descent Control...................256What Is Hill Start Assist.............................242What Is Keyless Entry...................................85What Is MyKey.................................................75What Is Pre-Collision Assist....................328What Is Remote Start.................................144What Is Reverse Braking Assist..............235What Is Speed Sign Recognition............341What Is the 360 Degree Camera..........269What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................160What Is the Catalytic Converter..............212What Is the Electric Parking Brake........232What Is the Electronic Limited-SlipDifferential..................................................226What Is the Gross Axle WeightRating............................................................346What Is the Gross Combined WeightRating............................................................346What Is the Gross Vehicle WeightRating............................................................346What Is the Integrated Trailer BrakeController.....................................................365What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad...........87What Is the Lane Keeping System.......309What Is the Memory Function.................179What Is the Personal SafetySystem............................................................55What Is the Power Outlet..........................187What is the Rear Occupant AlertSystem............................................................177What Is the Rear View Camera..............266What Is the Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem..........................................................452What Is the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................190What Is Traction Control...........................245What Is Trail Control..................................250What is Trailer Backup Assistance........370What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance.........382What Is Trail Turn Assist............................254Wheel and Tire Information.....................437Wheel Nuts....................................................462
Wi FiSee: Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen...............................................................479See: Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen..............................................................480See: Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen...............................................................476See: Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork - Vehicles With: 15 InchScreen...............................................................476See: Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot -Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen...................478See: Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot -Vehicles With: 15 Inch Screen...................478See: Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot............................478Window Bounce-Back................................128Overriding Window Bounce-Back................128What Is Window Bounce-Back.....................128Windows...........................................................127Global Opening....................................................127Window Bounce-Back......................................128Wipers and Washers –Troubleshooting..........................................113Wipers and Washers – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................114Wipers and Washers – WarningLamps.................................................................113Wipers and Washers...................................109Autowipers...........................................................109Reverse Wipe........................................................110Washers...................................................................112Wipers....................................................................109Wipers and Washers –Troubleshooting..............................................113Wipers..............................................................109Switching Windshield Wipers On andOff.......................................................................109Wiper Precautions.............................................109Wireless Accessory ChargerPrecautions.................................................190Wireless Accessory Charger.....................190
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