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1.Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivoting itforward again will then release it to therearward, un-tilted position.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged.
The manual front seats may consist of:
A bar to move the seat backwardand forward.A
A lever to adjust the height of theseat.B
A lever to adjust the angle of theseatback.C
POWER SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat'ssafety belt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cupholder carefully asitems may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or crashes, includinghot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Cupholder with grips and heightadjuster. To use, flip theremovable inset piece.
A
Storage compartment withauxiliary power point and mediahub.
B
Parking aid, auto-start-stop andheated steering wheel controls.C
Auxiliary power point.D
USB port.E
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door toopen it.
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Note:Make sure that the wiper arm doesnot spring back against the glass when thewiper blade is not attached.
1.Lift the wiper arm.
2.Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
3.Disengage the wiper blade from thewiper arm.
4.Remove the wiper blade.
5.Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locksinto place.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,have the aim of the headlamp beamchecked by an authorized dealer.
Headlamp Aiming Target
8 ft (2.4 m)A
Ground to the center of theheadlamp low beam bulbB
25 ft (7.6 m)C
Horizontal reference lineD
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1.Park your vehicle on level groundapproximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wallor screen.
2.Measure the distance from the groundto the center of the headlamp lowbeam bulb and mark an 8 ft (2.4 m)long horizontal reference line on thewall or screen at this height.
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Information Contained on theTire Sidewall
Both U.S. and Canada Federalregulations require tiremanufacturers to placestandardized information on thesidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies anddescribes the fundamentalcharacteristics of the tire and alsoprovides a U.S. DOT TireIdentification Number for safetystandard certification and in caseof a recall.
Information on P Type Tires
P215/65R15 95H is an example ofa tire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.)
A.P: Indicates a tire, designatedby the Tire and Rim Association,that may be used for service oncars, sport utility vehicles,minivans and light trucks.Note: Ifyour tire size does not begin witha letter, this may mean it isdesignated by either the EuropeanTire and Rim TechnicalOrganization or the Japan TireManufacturing Association.
B.215: Indicates the nominalwidth of the tire in millimetersfrom sidewall edge to sidewalledge. In general, the larger thenumber, the wider the tire.
C.65: Indicates the aspect ratiowhich gives the tire's ratio ofheight to width.
D.R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E.15: Indicates the wheel or rimdiameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you will have topurchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter.
F.95: Indicates the tire's loadindex. It is an index that relates tohow much weight a tire can carry.You may find this information inyour owner’s manual. If not,contact a local tire dealer.
Note:You may not find thisinformation on all tires because itis not required by federal law.
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A.T: Indicates a type of tire,designated by the Tire and RimAssociation, that is intended fortemporary service on cars,sport-utility vehicles, minivans andlight trucks.
B.145: Indicates the nominalwidth of the tire in millimetersfrom sidewall edge to sidewalledge. In general, the larger thenumber, the wider the tire.
C.80: Indicates the aspect ratiowhich gives the tire's ratio ofheight to width. Numbers of 70 orlower indicate a short sidewall.
D.D: Indicates a diagonal type tire.
R: Indicates a radial type tire.
E.16: Indicates the wheel or rimdiameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you will have topurchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter.
Location of the Tire Label
You will find a Tire Labelcontaining tire inflation pressureby tire size and other importantinformation located on the B-Pillaror the edge of the driver door.
Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehiclerequires that your tires areproperly inflated. Remember thata tire can lose up to half of its airpressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge tocheck pressure of all tires andadjust if required.
At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, ifequipped). Inflate all tires to theinflation pressure recommendedby Ford Motor Company.
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Inspecting Your Tires andWheel Valve Stems
Periodically inspect the tire treadsfor uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones,nails or glass that may be wedgedin the tread grooves. Check the tireand valve stems for holes, cracks,or cuts that may permit airleakage and repair or replace thetire and replace the valve stem.Inspect the tire sidewalls forcracking, cuts, bruises and othersigns of damage or excessivewear. If internal damage to the tireis suspected, have the tiredemounted and inspected in caseit needs to be repaired or replaced.For your safety, tires that aredamaged or show signs ofexcessive wear should not be usedbecause they are more likely toblow out or fail.
Improper or inadequate vehiclemaintenance can cause tires towear abnormally. Inspect all yourtires, including the spare,frequently, and replace them ifone or more of the followingconditions exist:
Tire Wear
When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tiresmust be replaced to help preventyour vehicle from skidding andhydroplaning. Built-in treadwearindicators, or wear bars, whichlook like narrow strips of smoothrubber across the tread willappear on the tire when the treadis worn down to 1/16th of an inch(2 mm).
When the tire tread wears downto the same height as these wearbars, the tire is worn out and mustbe replaced.
Damage
Periodically inspect the tire treadsand sidewalls for damage (suchas bulges in the tread or sidewalls,cracks in the tread groove andseparation in the tread orsidewall). If damage is observed
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Vehicles Sold in Canada: RoadsideAssistance Program Coverage.................189Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance........................................................189Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance....................................188Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance....................................188Roadside Emergencies..............................188Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................186Running Out of Fuel....................................130Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer...........................................................131Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................130
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Safety Canopy™............................................44Safety Precautions.......................................129Satellite Radio..............................................294Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number(ESN)................................................................295Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............294SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................294Troubleshooting.................................................295Scheduled Maintenance Record.............417Scheduled Maintenance..........................409Seatbelt Extension........................................35Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................32Seatbelt Reminder.........................................33Belt-Minder™........................................................33Seatbelts...........................................................29Principle of Operation........................................29Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................32Conditions of operation.....................................33Seats....................................................................111Security..............................................................68Settings...........................................................379911 Assist...............................................................384Ambient Lighting................................................391Bluetooth...............................................................381Clock........................................................................381Display...................................................................392General..................................................................389Media Player.......................................................380Mobile Apps.........................................................387
Navigation............................................................385Phone......................................................................381Radio......................................................................384Sound.....................................................................379Valet Mode...........................................................393Vehicle....................................................................391Voice Control.......................................................392Wi-Fi & Hotspot.................................................389Side Airbags.....................................................43Sitting in the Correct Position....................111Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................259Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................263Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector............................................................13Special Instructions..............................................12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................414Exceptions.............................................................416Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................162Stability Control.............................................151Principle of Operation........................................151Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch............................................119Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122Automatic Engine Shutdown.........................123Failure to Start.....................................................123Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................125Important Ventilating Information...............125Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving................................................................124Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary.........................................................124Vehicles with an Ignition Key..........................122Vehicles with Keyless Start.............................122Starting and Stopping the Engine...........119General Information...........................................119Steering.............................................................174Electric Power Steering.....................................174Steering Wheel.................................................71Storage Compartments..............................118SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................85
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