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.
Battery Sensor Reset
When you install a new battery, reset thebattery sensor by doing the following:
1.Switch the ignition on, and leave theengine off.
Note:Complete Steps 2 and 3 within 10seconds.
2.Flash the high beam headlamps fivetimes, ending with the high beams off.
3.Press and release the brake pedal threetimes.
The battery warning lamp flashes threetimes to confirm that the reset issuccessful.
Battery Management System (If
Equipped)
The system monitors battery conditionsand takes actions to extend battery life. Ifexcessive battery drain is detected, thesystem temporarily disables someelectrical systems to protect the battery.
Systems included are:
•Heated rear window.
•Heated seats.
•Climate control.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Audio unit.
•Navigation system.
A message may appear in the informationdisplay to alert you that battery protectionactions are active. This message is only fornotification that an action is taking place,and not intended to indicate an electricalproblem or that the battery requiresreplacement.
After battery replacement, or in somecases after charging the battery with anexternal charger, the battery managementsystem requires eight hours of vehicle sleeptime to relearn the battery state of charge.During this time, your vehicle must remainfully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:Prior to relearning the battery stateof charge, the battery management systemmay temporarily disable some electricalsystems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery managementsystem works correctly, do not connect anelectrical device ground connectiondirectly to the battery negative post. Thiscan cause inaccurate measurements ofthe battery condition and potentialincorrect system operation.
Note:If you add electrical accessories orcomponents to the vehicle, it may adverselyaffect battery performance and durability.This may also affect the performance ofother electrical systems in the vehicle.
Remove and Reinstall the Battery
Install a battery approved for use by ourspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 578).
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.
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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 the system tostore diagnostic and adaptive tables.Disconnecting the battery without waitingcan cause damage not covered by thevehicle warranty.
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 to fully tighten the batterycables.
If you disconnect or replace the vehiclebattery, you must reset the followingfeatures:
•Window bounce-back. See Openingand Closing the Windows (page 161).
•Clock Settings.
•Pre-set radio stations.
Battery Disposal
Make sure that you dispose ofold batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.Seek advice from your local authorityabout recycling old batteries.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
- VEHICLES WITH: LED
HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
We properly aim the headlamps on yourvehicle at the assembly plant. If yourvehicle has been in an accident, have yourvehicle serviced as soon as possible tocheck and realign your headlamps.
Mid Series LED Headlamp Adjuster
Hi Series LED Headlamp Adjuster
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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
CLEANING THE EXTERIORPRECAUTIONS
Immediately remove fuel spillages, additiveresiduals, bird droppings, insect depositsand road tar. These may cause damage toyour vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.Remove any exterior accessories, forexample antennas, before entering a carwash.
CLEANING THE EXTERIORPRECAUTIONS - RAPTOR
Do not drive your vehicle through anautomated, commercial car wash due tothe vehicle’s tire width and track. Washyour vehicle by hand, or by using atouchless commercial wash with nomechanical tracks on the floor.
CLEANING HEADLAMPS ANDREAR LAMPS
We recommend that you only use cold orlukewarm water containing car shampooto clean the headlamps and the rearlamps.
Do not scrape the lamps.
Do not wipe lamps when they are dry.
CLEANING WINDOWS AND WIPERBLADES
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•Clean the windshield with anon-abrasive glass cleaner.
Note:When cleaning the interior of thewindshield, avoid getting any glass cleaneron the instrument panel or door panels.Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfacesimmediately.
•Clean the wiper blades with washerfluid or water applied with a softsponge or cloth.
Note: Do not use razor blades or othersharp objects to clean or remove decalsfrom the inside of the heated rear window.This can cause damage not covered by thevehicle Warranty.
CLEANING CHROME, ALUMINIUMOR STAINLESS STEEL
We recommend that you only use a carshampoo, a soft cloth and water onbumpers and other chrome, aluminium orstainless steel parts.
Note:For additional information andassistance, we recommend that you contactan authorized dealer.
Note:Rinse the area well after cleaning.
Note:Do not use abrasive materials, forexample steel wool or plastic pads, as theycan scratch these surfaces.
Note:Do not use chrome cleaner, metalcleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
CLEANING WHEELS
Only use a recommended wheel and tirecleaner to clean the wheels weekly. Foradditional information and assistance, werecommend that you contact anauthorized dealer.
1.Use a sponge to remove heavydeposits of dirt and brake dust.
2.Rinse well after cleaning.
Note:Do not apply a cleaning chemical towarm or hot wheel rims and covers.
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Tires
Maintain recommended air pressure.
Note:If you intend on parking your vehiclefor an extended period after cleaning thewheels with a wheel cleaner, drive yourvehicle for a few minutes before doing so.This reduces the risk of corrosion of thebrake discs, brake pads and linings.
REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE
FROM STORAGE
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check the underhood for any foreignmaterials such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterials.
•Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Corrodedbrake rotors could cause brake noise.Drive your vehicle and gently apply andrelease the brakes repeatedly over a10-minute drive to reduce the corrosionfrom the brakes.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant,oil and gas) to make sure there are noleaks, and fluids are at recommendedlevels.
•If you remove the battery, clean thebattery cable ends and check fordamage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you haveany concerns or issues.
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CONNECTED VEHICLE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTED VEHICLE –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS- VEHICLES WITH: MODEM
Why can I not confirm theconnection of my FordPassaccount to the modem?
•The modem is not enabled. Switchvehicle connectivity on.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to a place where thenetwork signal is not obstructed.
CONNECTED VEHICLE –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS- VEHICLES WITH: SYNC 4
Why can I not confirm theconnection of my FordPassaccount to the modem?
•The modem is not enabled. Switchvehicle connectivity on.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to a place where thenetwork signal is not obstructed.
Why can I not connect to a Wi-Finetwork?
•You entered the wrong networkpassword. Enter the correct password.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or toa place where the network signal is notobstructed.
•There are multiple access points inrange with the same network name.Choose a unique name for yournetwork. Do not use the default nameunless it contains a unique identifier,for example as part of the MACaddress.
Why does the Wi-Fi connectiondisconnect after successfulconnection?
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or toa place where the network signal is notobstructed.
What can I do if I am close to a Wi-Fi router but the network signalstrength is weak?
•If your vehicle has a heated windshield,position your vehicle so that thewindshield is not facing the Wi-Firouter.
•If your vehicle has metallic tinting onthe windows but not on the windshield,position your vehicle so that thewindshield is facing the Wi-Fi router oropen the windows that are facing therouter.
•If your vehicle has metallic tinting onthe windows and the windshield, openthe windows that are facing the router.
•If your vehicle is in a garage and youhave the garage door closed, open thegarage door as it could block the signal.
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Check Every Six Months
The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.
The washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
It is important to have the systems on yourvehicle regularly checked. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt or belts
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghosesEngine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamageExhaust system
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear and
proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalf-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By dateon the canister. Replace as needed.
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Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.........................................227Center Console Work Surface – InformationMessages..........................................................227Center Display Limitations.......................637Center Display Overview...........................637Center Display Precautions......................637Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding:Raptor............................................................561Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor.................568Changing a Road Wheel............................561Changing the 12V Battery..........................512Changing the Fuel Filter..............................511Changing the Language.............................179Changing the Measurement Unit...........179Changing the Remote Control Battery -Police Responder........................................92Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Flip Key..............................95Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start.........93Changing the Temperature Unit..............179Changing the Tire Pressure Unit.............179Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password..................................624Charging a Device.........................................213Charging a Wireless Device......................228Checking MyKey System Status..............101Checking the Brake Fluid...........................291Checking the Coolant................................506Checking the Seatbelts................................70Checking the Tire Pressures....................550Checking the Wiper Blades......................144Children and Airbags.....................................76Child Restraint Anchor Points....................51Locating the Child Restraint Lower AnchorPoints....................................................................51Locating the Child Restraint Top TetherAnchor Points...................................................52What Are the Child Restraint AnchorPoints....................................................................51Child Restraints...............................................53Child Restraint Position Information.............53Child Restraints Recommendation...............54Child Safety......................................................50Child Restraint Anchor Points..........................51Child Restraints.....................................................53Installing Child Restraints.................................54
Child Safety Locks.........................................63Child Safety Precautions............................50Cleaning Products.......................................529Cleaning the Exterior..................................530Cleaning Camera Lenses andSensors..............................................................531Cleaning Chrome, Aluminium or StainlessSteel..................................................................530Cleaning Headlamps and RearLamps...............................................................530Cleaning Stripes or Graphics..........................531Cleaning the Engine Compartment.............531Cleaning the Exterior Precautions..............530Cleaning the Underbody..................................531Cleaning Wheels................................................530Cleaning Windows and WiperBlades...............................................................530Cleaning the Interior...................................532Cleaning Carpets and Floor Mats................533Cleaning Displays and Screens....................532Cleaning Fabric...................................................532Cleaning Leather................................................532Cleaning Moonroof Tracks.............................533Cleaning Plastic..................................................532Cleaning Seatbelts............................................533Cleaning the Instrument Panel.....................532Cleaning Vinyl......................................................533Clearing All MyKeys......................................101Climate Control.............................................184Auto Mode............................................................186Climate Control Hints..................................187Closing the Tailgate......................................119Closing the Tailgate From Inside YourVehicle................................................................119Closing the Tailgate From Outside YourVehicle...............................................................120Closing the Tailgate Using the RemoteControl...............................................................120Cold Weather Precautions........................472Connected Navigation...............................654Connected Vehicle.......................................621Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................622Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork.............................................................621Connected Vehicle Data - Excluding:Police Responder.........................................31Connected Vehicle Limitations...............621
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Launching or Retrieving a Boat orPersonal Watercraft................................420Linking or Unlinking a PersonalProfile............................................................652Live Traffic......................................................654Switching Live Traffic On and Off...............654What Is Live Traffic...........................................654Load Carrying...............................................404Load Carrying Precautions......................404Loading Your Trailer.....................................419Locating the 360 Degree Cameras -Excluding: Raptor/Tremor.....................332Locating the 360 Degree Cameras -Raptor/Tremor...........................................333Locating the Auxiliary Switches.............661Locating the Auxiliary SwitchWiring............................................................662Locating the Blind Spot InformationSystem Sensors........................................383Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir.........291Locating the Cross Traffic AlertSensors........................................................388Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel...............254Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad........110Locating the Memory FunctionButtons.........................................................207Locating the Outlets....................................219Locating the Power Outlets......................214Locating the Pre-Collision AssistSensors.........................................................393Locating the Rear View Camera............329Locating the Safety ComplianceCertification Labels.................................405Locating the Tire label...............................537Locating the USB Ports - Excluding:Raptor.............................................................212Locating the USB Ports - Raptor............212Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger.........................................................228Locating Your Vehicle...................................92Locking and Unlocking the Tailgate........113Locking the Rear Window Controls.......162
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Maintenance.................................................498Engine Air Filter...................................................510Engine Oil.............................................................505
Exterior Bulbs........................................................517Interior Bulbs.......................................................526Maintenance Precautions........................498Making and Receiving a PhoneCall................................................................646Manually Dimming the InteriorMirror..............................................................163Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake.............................................................294Manually Shifting Gears...........................266Shifting Using the Buttons on the SelectorLever...................................................................267Shifting Using the Paddle Shifters.............266Manual Park Release...................................271Manual Park Release Precautions................271Using Manual Park Release.............................271What Is Manual Park Release.........................271Manual Seats.................................................194Adjusting the Head Restraint.........................194Adjusting the Lumbar Support.....................195Adjusting the Seat Backrest...........................195Folding the Seats...............................................202Head Restraint Components.........................194Installing the Head Restraint.........................195Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................195Removing the Head Restraint.......................194Unfolding the Seats..........................................203Massage Seats..............................................199Adjusting the Massage Seat Settings........199Massage Seat Limitations..............................199Memory Function.........................................207Memory Function Precautions...............207Mislock.............................................................105Mislock Limitations............................................105Switching Mislock On and Off.......................105What Is Mislock...................................................105Mobile CommunicationsEquipment...................................................722Mobile Device Data........................................32Moonroof Bounce-Back.............................167Overriding Moonroof Bounce-Back.............167What Is Moonroof Bounce-Back...................167Moonroof.........................................................166Moonroof Bounce-Back...................................167Motorcraft Parts - 2.7LEcoBoost™.................................................585Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L..............................586
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