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AUXILIARY POWER POINTS
WARNING:Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the
cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter
can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire
or serious injury.
Note: Do not insert objects other than an accessory plug into the power
point. This will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Note: Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the
plug.
Note: Do not use the power point over the vehicle capacity of 12 volts
DC 180 watts or a fuse may blow.
Note: Do not use the power point for operating a cigarette lighter
element.
Note: Improper use of the power point can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Note: Always keep the power point caps closed when not in use.
Run the engine for full capacity use of the power point. To prevent the
battery from being discharged:
• Do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is
parked for extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be found:
• on the center console
• on the rear of the center console.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets
are not in the proximity of the window openings.
Press or lift the switches to operate
the windows.
•Press the switch to the first
detent and hold to open the
window.
• Lift the switch to the first detent
and hold to close the window.
Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are
open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This
noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately
2–3 inches (5–8 centimeters).
One-touch up or down (all windows) (if equipped)
This feature allows the windows to open or close fully without holding
the control down.
To operate one-touch down, press the switch completely down to the
second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully.
Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window
operation.
To operate one-touch up, pull the switch completely up to the second
detent and release quickly. The window will close fully. Momentarily
press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.
Bounce-back (if equipped)
When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the
window is moving upward, the window will automatically move down
until the bounce-back position is reached.
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Overriding the bounce-back feature
To override this protection function when there is a resistance, e.g. in
the winter, proceed as follows:
1. Close the window twice until it reaches the resistance and let it reverse.
2. Close the window a third time to the resistance. The bounce-back
function is disabled and you can close the window manually. The window
will override the resistance and you can close it fully.
3. If the window does not close after the third attempt, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Resetting the bounce-back feature
WARNING:The bounce-back function is deactivated until you
have reset the memory.
After the battery has been disconnected from the vehicle you must reset
the bounce-back memory separately for each window:
1. Lift and hold the switch until the window is fully closed, then release
the switch.
2. Lift the switch again for one more second.
3. Press and hold the switch until the window is fully open, then release
the switch.
4. Lift and hold the switch until the window is fully closed.
5. Open the window and try to close it automatically.
6. Reset and repeat procedure if the window does not close automatically.
Window lock The window lock feature allows only
the driver and front passenger to
operate the power windows.
To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver’s and front
passenger’s) press the control. A
light on the control will illuminate
when the windows are locked. Press
the control again to restore the window controls.
Accessory Delay (If Equipped)
You can use the window switches for several minutes after the you turn
the ignition off, or until either front door is opened.
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INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is
moving.
Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia based cleaning products.
You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also
have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or
down and from side to side.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night.
Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror.
Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised
rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are
detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal
reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear
view when backing up.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Move the center of the control
right or left to select the mirror to
adjust.
2. Press the arrows to adjust the
mirror.
3. Return the control to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
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Heated outside mirrorsBoth mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Signal Indicator Mirrors
When the turn signal is activated, the outer portion of the appropriate
mirror housing will blink. This provides an additional warning to other
drivers that your vehicle is about to turn.
Fold-Away Mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully
when driving through a narrow
space, like an automatic car wash.
Blind Spot Mirrors
Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind Spot
Mirrors in theDriving chapter.
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SPEED CONTROL
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING:Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Using speed control
The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following
buttons work with speed control: CAN (cancel)/RES (resume):
Pull toward you to cancel or resume
a set speed.
SET+:Press to set a speed or
increase a set speed.
ON/OFF: Press to turn speed
control on or off.
SET–: Press to decrease a set
speed.
Setting speed control
To set speed control:
1. Press and release ON.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Press and release SET+.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
5. The indicator
light on the instrument cluster will turn on.
Note:
• Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
CAN
RESON/OFF
SET+
SET-
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Disengaging speed control
Pull CAN toward you and release or tap the brake pedal. Disengaging the
speed control will not erase previous set speed.
Resuming a set speed
Pull RES toward you and release. This will automatically return the
vehicle to the previously set speed.
Increasing speed while using speed control
To set a higher speed:
•Press and hold SET+ until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also use SET+ to operate the tap-up function. Press and
release SET+ to increase the vehicle set speed in approximately
1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed, then press and
release SET+.
Reducing speed while using speed control
To reduce a set speed:
• Press and hold SET– until you get to the desired speed, then release.
You can also us SET– to operate the tap-down function. Press and
release SET– to decrease the vehicle set speed in approximately
1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
• Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, then
press and release SET+.
Turning off speed control
To turn off the speed control, press and release OFF or turn off the
ignition.
Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Audio control featuresPress the arrow buttons on the right
side of the steering wheel to scroll
through various menu selections in
the infotainment display. Press OK
to select or deselect your choice.
Hands-free control features
Press
to activate phone mode
or answer a phone call.
Press
to end call or exit phone
mode.
Pull
toward you and release to
use the voice command feature. You
will hear a tone and LISTENING will
appear in the radio display. Pull and
hold
to exit voice command.
+ (Volume): Press to increase the volume.
– (Volume):Press to decrease the volume.
(Seek):Press to select the previous/next radio station
preset, CD track or satellite radio channel preset (if equipped)
depending on which media mode you are in.
Refer to the MyFord Touch chapter.
Universal garage door opener (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which
can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter.
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HOMELINKWIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Make sure that the garage door and security device
are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not
program the system with the vehicle in the garage.
WARNING: Do not use the system with any garage door opener
that does not have the safety stop and reverse feature as
required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage
door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982).
Note: Make sure you keep the original remote control transmitter for
use in other vehicles as well as for future system programming.
Note: We recommend that upon the sale or lease termination of your
vehicle, you erase the programmed function buttons for security reasons.
See Erasing the function button codes later in this section.
Note: You can program a maximum of three devices. To change or
replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed,
you must first erase the current settings. See Erasing the function
button codes later in this section.
The universal garage door opener
replaces the common hand-held
garage door opener with a
three-button transmitter that is
integrated into the driver’s sun
visor.
The system includes two primary features, a garage door opener and a
platform for remote activation of devices with the home. As well as being
programmed for garage doors, the system transmitter can be
programmed to operate entry gate operators, security systems, entry
door locks, and home or office lighting.
Additional system information can be found on-line at
www.homelink.com or by calling the toll-free help line on
1-800-355-3515.
Programming
Note: Put a new battery in the hand-held transmitter. This will ensure
quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Hold the garage door hand-held
transmitter 1–3 in. (2–8 cm) away
from the button you want to
program.
Note:During programming, the
hand-held transmitter may stop
transmitting. If this occurs press
and hold the function button while you press and release the hand-held
transmitter every two seconds. The indicator light will flash slowly and
then rapidly once the radio frequency signal is accepted.
3. Press and hold both buttons until the indicator light changes from
flashing slowly to rapidly, then release.
4. Press and hold the function button you programmed for 5 seconds,
then release. You may need to do this twice to activate the door. If your
garage door does not operate, observe the indicator light.
If the indicator light stays on, programming is complete. Press and
release the programmed button to activate the door.
If the indicator light flashes rapidly for two seconds than turns to a
constant light, follow the steps below.
Note:You may need a ladder to
reach the unit and you may need to
remove the cover or lamp lens.
1. Press the learn button on the
garage door opener motor.
Note: You will have 30 seconds to
complete the next step.
2. Return to your car.
3. Press and hold the function button
for 2 seconds, then release. Repeat
this step. Depending on the brand of
garage door opener you may do
repeat this sequence a third time.
To program additional buttons
repeat steps one through four.
For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at
www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515.
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