POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE POST-CRASHALERT SYSTEM
The system helps draw attention to yourvehicle in the event of a serious impact.
HOW DOES THE POST-CRASHALERT SYSTEM WORK
The system is designed to turn the hazardflashers on, turn the courtesy lamps on,intermittently sound the horn and unlockall doors in the event of a serious impactthat deploys an airbag or the seatbeltpretensioners.
POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEMLIMITATIONS
Depending on applicable laws in thecountry your vehicle was built for, the horndoes not sound in the event of a seriousimpact.
SWITCHING THE POST-CRASHALERT SYSTEM OFF
Press the hazard flasher switch, the unlockbutton on the remote control, the panicbutton on the remote control or cycle theignition to switch the system off.
Note:The alert turns off when the vehiclebattery runs out of charge.
AUTOMATIC CRASH SHUTOFF
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC CRASHSHUTOFF
The automatic crash shutoff is designedto stop the fuel going to the engine in theevent of a moderate or severe crash.
Note:Not every impact causes a shutoff.
AUTOMATIC CRASH SHUTOFFPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: If your vehicle has beeninvolved in a crash, have the fuel systemchecked. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in fire, personal injury ordeath.
RE-ENABLING YOUR VEHICLE
1.Switch the ignition off.
2.Attempt to start your vehicle.
3.Switch the ignition off.
4.Attempt to start your vehicle.
Note:If your vehicle does not start after thethird attempt, have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
RECOVERY TOWING
ACCESSING THE FRONT TOWINGPOINT
WARNING: Using recovery hooksis dangerous and should only be done bya person familiar with proper vehiclerecovery safety practices. Improper useof recovery hooks may cause hook failureor separation from the vehicle and couldresult in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Slowly remove theslack from the recovery strap prior topulling. Failure to do so can introducesignificantly higher loads which cancause the recovery hooks to break off, orthe recovery strap to fail which can causeserious injury or death.
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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 548).
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 non-drivable updates complete inless than 30 minutes, although someupdates could take up to a few hours.
You are notified of vehicle software updatestatus on to the top left of touchscreen.You can also see the notifications in yourconnected device. See Software UpdateIndicators (page 583).
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.
•Enter your vehicle unless you have akey blade.
•You can open the doors using themechanical latch if child locks arenot on.
•Use the remote control to lock, unlockor start your vehicle.
•Drive your vehicle.
•Charge your vehicle.
•Charging resumes once the updatecompletes.
SOFTWARE UPDATE
SETTINGS
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.
Switching Automatic Updates Onand Off
Your vehicle may come with AutomaticUpdates switched on. To make sure yourvehicle always has the latest software,which could include security or otherenhancements, we do not recommendswitching Automatic Updates off.
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Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage..........................................................328Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................330Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations...................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions..................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................327Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting.........................................331Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages.................................331Blind Spot Information SystemVideos............................................................331Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage.........................................328Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage Limitations..................................328Selecting a Trailer..............................................330Setting a Trailer Length...................................329What Is Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Coverage.............................................328Bluetooth®.....................................................574Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood.........440Booster Seats...................................................47Brake Fluid Specification..........................250Brake Over Accelerator..............................249Brake Precautions.......................................249Brakes..............................................................249Anti-Lock Braking System..............................249Brakes – Troubleshooting..............................250Brakes – Troubleshooting........................250Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................252Brakes – Information Messages....................251Brakes – Warning Lamps...............................250Breaking-In.....................................................416
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Calculating Payload....................................353Calculating the Load Limit.......................353Canceling the Set Speed...........................273Canceling the Set Speed Limit................316Capacities and Specifications................520
Catalytic Converter.....................................233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting............................................233Catalytic Converter Precautions............233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting........................................233Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps................................................................233Center Console..............................................198Opening the Center Console..........................198Center Console Work Surface.................193Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.............................................194Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.........................................194Center Console Work Surface – InformationMessages..........................................................194Center Display Limitations.......................563Center Display Overview..........................563Center Display Overview Videos...........564Center Display Precautions.....................563Changing a Flat Tire...................................509Changing a Road Wheel...........................509Changing the Fuel Filter - Diesel............453Changing the Fuel Filter -Gasoline.......................................................453Changing the Language.............................145Changing the Measurement Unit...........145Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................74Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........75Changing the Set Speed Limit................316Changing the Temperature Unit.............145Changing the Tire Pressure Unit.............145Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password....................................551Charging a Device.........................................183Charging a Wireless Device......................195Checking the Brake Fluid..........................249Checking the Seatbelts...............................56Checking the Selective CatalyticReduction System Status.....................230Checking the Tire Pressures...................490Checking the Wiper Blades........................114Children and Airbags....................................64
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Driver Alert Precautions............................346Driver Alert – Troubleshooting................347Driver Alert – Information Messages..........347Driving Economically..................................416Driving Hints....................................................412Driving in Special Conditions.........................416Off-Road Driving.................................................412Driving in Special Conditions...................416Driving Through Mud and Water...................416Driving on Snow and Ice............................416
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Easy Entry and Exit.......................................90Electric Parking Brake AudibleWarning........................................................254Electric Parking Brake................................253Electric Parking Brake –Troubleshooting............................................254Electric Parking Brake –Troubleshooting........................................254Electric Parking Brake – InformationMessages.........................................................255Electric Parking Brake – WarningLamps...............................................................254Electromagnetic Compatibility..............703Electronic Locking Differential................245Electronic Locking Differential –Troubleshooting............................................248Electronic Locking DifferentialIndicators......................................................247Electronic Locking DifferentialPrecautions.................................................245Electronic Locking Differential –Troubleshooting........................................248Electronic Locking Differential –Information Messages................................248Emergency Call Limitations.......................68Emergency Call Requirements..................67Emergency Call System Data....................29Emergency Towing......................................429Emission Law................................................700Enabling Apps on an AndroidDevice............................................................575Enabling Apps on an iOS Device............575Enabling or Disabling PersonalProfiles...........................................................577Enabling Remote Start...............................149
End User License Agreement..................675Engine Air Filter............................................445Changing the Engine Air Filter......................445Engine Air Filter - InformationMessages.........................................................447Resetting the Air Filter Reminder................446Engine Block Heater...................................205Engine Block Heater Precautions................205How Does the Engine Block HeaterWork..................................................................206Using the Engine Block Heater.....................206Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge.............................................................138Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -6.7L Diesel...................................................526Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -6.8L, Gasoline............................................528Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -7.3L, Gasoline.............................................530Engine Oil.......................................................444Adding Engine Oil..............................................444Checking the Engine Oil Level......................444Engine Oil Capacity andSpecification..................................................445Engine Oil Dipstick Overview........................444Intelligent Oil Life Monitor..............................445Resetting the Intelligent Oil LifeMonitor.............................................................445Engine Oil Pressure Gauge........................138Engine Oil Temperature Gauge...............138Engine Specifications - 6.7LDiesel............................................................520Engine Specifications - 6.8L,Gasoline.........................................................521Engine Specifications - 7.3L,Gasoline........................................................522Environment....................................................30Evasive Steering Assist..............................343Evasive Steering Assist Limitations............343Switching Evasive Steering Assist On andOff.......................................................................343What Is Evasive Steering Assist...................343Event Data.........................................................27Exit Warning...................................................332Exit Warning - Troubleshooting....................334Exit Warning Indicators..............................333Exit Warning Limitations...........................332Exit Warning Precautions..........................332
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Exit Warning - Troubleshooting.............334Exit Warning - InformationMessages.........................................................334Export Unique Options...............................701Extending the Exterior Mirrors..................133Extending the Remote StartDuration........................................................150Exterior Bulbs.................................................461Changing a Front Fog Lamp Bulb...............465Changing a Front Turn Signal LampBulb...................................................................464Changing a Headlamp Bulb..........................463Changing a High Mounted StoplampBulb....................................................................467Changing a License Plate Lamp Bulb........467Changing a Rear Lamp Bulb.........................465Changing a Rear Turn Signal LampBulb...................................................................466Changing a Reversing Lamp Bulb...............467Changing a Stoplamp Bulb...........................466Exterior Bulb Specification Chart.................461Removing a Rear Lamp Assembly..............463Exterior Lamps...............................................118Exterior Lamps On Audible Warning............121How Do Cornering Lamps Work....................119Switching the Cargo Lamps On....................120Switching the Daytime Running Lamps Onand Off................................................................119Switching the Spot Lamps On andOff.......................................................................120Switching Welcome Lighting On andOff.........................................................................121Using the Front Fog Lamps............................120Using the Turn Signal Lamps..........................118Exterior Lighting Control..............................117Exterior Lighting..............................................117Adaptive Front Lighting....................................124Autolamps..............................................................118Automatic High Beam Control.......................122Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.............................................124Exterior Lamps.....................................................118Exterior Zone Lighting........................................121Headlamps.............................................................117Headlamps – Troubleshooting.......................117Exterior Lighting Videos..............................125Exterior Mirrors...............................................132Exterior Mirrors Videos................................133
Exterior Zone Lighting..................................121Exterior Zone Lighting Settings.....................122Using the Exterior Zone Lighting....................121What Is Exterior Zone Lighting........................121
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Fail-Safe Cooling.........................................425Driving When Fail-Safe Mode IsActivated..........................................................425Fail-Safe Cooling Indicators..........................426How Does Fail-Safe Cooling Work..............425What Is Fail-Safe Cooling...............................425Fastening and Unfastening theSeatbelts.........................................................51Feature Bar....................................................564Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation....................................................674Filling the Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem Tank...............................................228Filling the Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem Tank in Cold Weather..................228Filling the Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem Tank Using a Fuel StationPump.................................................................229Filling the Selective Catalytic ReductionSystem Tank Using a PortableContainer.........................................................229Flat TireSee: Changing a Flat Tire...............................509Flat TowSee: Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x2......................................................................429See: Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4......................................................................427Floor Mats........................................................417Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Manual Folding Mirrors................132Folding the Exterior Mirrors - VehiclesWith: Power Folding Mirrors...................132Foot PedalsSee: Adjusting the Pedals.................................112Ford Assistant..............................................565Ford Assistant – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................565Ford Assistant Settings...................................565Using Ford Assistant........................................565Ford Protect..................................................589
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Identifying the Fuses in the Interior FuseBox.....................................................................436Locating the Interior Fuse Box......................435Interior Lamp Function...............................126Switching the Interior Lamp Function Onand Off...............................................................126What Is the Interior Lamp Function.............126Interior Lighting.............................................126Ambient Lighting.................................................127Interior Lamp Function.....................................126Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting..............127Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting........127Interior Lighting – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................127Interior Mirror...................................................131Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror..........................131Interior Mirror Precautions..........................131Introduction.......................................................21
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................421Jump Starting Precautions..............................421Jump Starting the Vehicle..............................422Preparing the Vehicle........................................421
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Keyless Entry...................................................85Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting...................86Keyless Entry Keypad....................................87Keyless Entry Keypad –Troubleshooting..............................................89Keyless Entry Keypad Limitations............87Keyless Entry Keypad Master AccessCode.................................................................87Keyless Entry Keypad Personal AccessCodes..............................................................88Keyless Entry Keypad –Troubleshooting..........................................89Keyless Entry Keypad – Frequently AskedQuestions...........................................................89Keyless Entry Keypad Videos....................89Keyless Entry Limitations............................85Keyless Entry Settings..................................85Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting.............86Keyless Entry – Frequently AskedQuestions...........................................................86
Keyless Entry Videos....................................86Keys and Remote Controls........................69Keys and Remote Controls –Troubleshooting..............................................80Keys and Remote Controls –Troubleshooting..........................................80Keys and Remote Controls – InformationMessages...........................................................80
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Lane Centering.............................................303How Does Lane Centering Work..................303Lane Centering Alerts......................................305Lane Centering AutomaticCancellation...................................................305Lane Centering Indicators..............................306Lane Centering Limitations...........................304Lane Centering Manual Cancellation........305Lane Centering Precautions..........................303Lane Centering Requirements.....................304Switching Lane Centering On andOff......................................................................304Lane Keeping System Indicators...........320Lane Keeping System..................................317Aid Mode................................................................319Alert and Aid Mode............................................319Alert Mode.............................................................318Blind Spot Assist...............................................320Blind Spot Assist with TrailerCoverage...........................................................322Lane Keeping System –Troubleshooting............................................324Lane Keeping System Limitations..........317Lane Keeping System Precautions.........317Lane Keeping System –Troubleshooting........................................324Lane Keeping System – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................325Lane Keeping System – InformationMessages.........................................................324Lane Keeping System Videos.................326Launching or Retrieving a Boat orPersonal Watercraft.................................367Linking or Unlinking a PersonalProfile.............................................................577Live Traffic......................................................579Switching Live Traffic On and Off................579
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Switching Predictive Speed Assist ModeOn and Off.......................................................307Predictive Speed Assist –Troubleshooting.......................................308Predictive Speed Assist – InformationMessages........................................................308Preparing Your Vehicle forStorage.........................................................476Programming the Garage DoorOpener..........................................................180Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................77Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........78Properly Adjusting the Driver and FrontPassenger Seats..........................................64Protecting the Environment......................30PunctureSee: Changing a Flat Tire...............................509Push Button Ignition Switch....................203
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels...........................................................626Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.............................................................626Body Control Module.......................................629Cruise Control Module......................................631Garage Door Opener........................................635Keys and Remote Controls............................636Near Field Communication...........................638Passive Anti-Theft System............................639Radio Transceiver Module..............................643SYNC......................................................................644Telematics Control Unit..................................650Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors.............................................................652Wireless Accessory ChargingModule.............................................................666Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification..............................................542Rear Cross Traffic BrakingSee: Cross Traffic Braking...............................262Rear Exterior.....................................................35Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.......................................................176
Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators.......................................................175Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations....................................................174Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions..................................................174Rear Occupant Alert System....................174Rear Occupant Alert SystemSettings..........................................................175Rear Parking Aid...........................................283Locating the Rear Parking AidSensors.............................................................283Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings............284Rear Parking Aid Limitations.........................283What is the Rear Parking Aid.........................283Rear Seats.......................................................170Heated Seats........................................................172Manual Seats.......................................................170Rear View Camera Guide Lines.............288Rear View Camera Precautions..............287Rear View Camera.......................................287Rear View Camera Settings..........................288Rear View Camera Settings....................288Switching Rear View Camera Delay On andOff......................................................................289Zooming the Rear View Camera In andOut.....................................................................288Rear View Camera Videos.......................289Rebooting the Center Display................564Recalling a Preset Position........................177Recovery Towing..........................................423Accessing the Front Towing Point...............423Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x2.................................................................429Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4..................................................................427Refueling..........................................................218Refueling System Overview............................218Refueling Your Vehicle......................................218Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ifthe Vehicle Battery Has Run Out ofCharge...........................................................254Remote Control Limitations......................69Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle...........................................................149Remote Start Limitations..........................149Remote Start Precautions........................149
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Remote Start Remote ControlIndicators......................................................150Remote Start.................................................149Remote Start Settings...............................150Remote Start Videos....................................151Removing and Installing theTailgate............................................................91Removing the Key Blade..............................74Removing Your Vehicle FromStorage..........................................................477Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............474Replacement PartsRecommendation.....................................673Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl.............................................................77Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................160Replacing the Front Wiper Blades..........114Reporting Safety Defects inCanada.........................................................625Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates............................................................625Resetting Ground Fault Detection.........190Resetting the Stopping Position -Vehicles With: Power AdjustableSteering Column.........................................110Resetting the Trip Computer...................146Resetting Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem.........................................................503Resuming the Set Speed Limit...............316Resuming the Set Speed..........................295Reverse Brake Assist Indicators.............259Reverse Brake Assist Precautions.........258Reverse Brake Assist..................................258Reverse Brake Assist –Troubleshooting............................................260Reverse Brake Assist –Troubleshooting.......................................260Reverse Brake Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................261Reverse Brake Assist – InformationMessages.........................................................260Roadside Assistance.................................420Rollover Warning..........................................623Route Guidance...........................................580Adjusting the Guidance PromptVolume.............................................................580Canceling Route Guidance.............................581Repeating an Instruction.................................581
Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................416Running Out of Fuel.....................................217Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................218Filling a Portable Fuel Container...................217
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Satellite Radio...............................................557Locating the Satellite Radio IdentificationNumber............................................................558Satellite Radio Limitations.............................557Satellite Radio Settings..................................558Selecting a Channel.........................................558What Is Satellite Radio....................................557Saving a Preset Position.............................177Scheduled Maintenance Record............612Scheduled Maintenance............................591Seatbelt Extensions......................................56Seatbelt Precautions....................................50Seatbelt Reminder........................................54How Does the Seatbelt ReminderWork.....................................................................54Seatbelt Reminder Audible Warnings..........55Seatbelt Reminder Indicators.........................55Switching the Seatbelt Reminder On andOff.........................................................................55Seatbelts...........................................................50Automatic Locking Mode..................................52Seatbelt Reminder..............................................54Sensitive Locking Mode.....................................52Security............................................................103Anti-Theft Alarm System................................103Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings..............104Passive Anti-Theft System.............................103Security – Troubleshooting............................105Security – Troubleshooting......................105Security – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................106Security – Information Messages................105Selecting a Drive Mode................................311Selecting a Four-Wheel DriveMode...............................................................241Selecting a Personal Profile.....................578Selecting the Audio Source.....................553Selective Catalytic Reduction SystemGuidelines....................................................228
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