battery FORD BRONCO 2021 Warranty Guide

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Part Number: 202101 20210303155644
California Proposition 65
WARNING: Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway
motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle
in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash
your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling
.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
WARNING LAMPS
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Your vehicle
continues to have normal braking without
the anti-lock brake system function. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Battery It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on.
If it illuminates when the engine
is running this indicates a malfunction.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Brake System Warning Lamp It illuminates when you apply the
parking brake and the ignition is
on. If it illuminates when your
vehicle is moving, make sure the
parking brake is released. If the
parking brake is released, this
indicates low brake fluid level or the brake
system requires service. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Note: Indicators may vary depending on
region.
Door Ajar It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on and remains on if
any door is open. Electric Park Brake It illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake requires
service.
Note: Indicators may vary depending on
region.
Engine Coolant Temperature If it illuminates, safely stop your
vehicle and switch your vehicle
off.
Fasten Seatbelt It illuminates and a tone sounds
until you fasten the seatbelts.
Hood Ajar It illuminates when the ignition
is on and the hood is not
completely closed.
Low Beam Warning Illuminates when the low beam
headlamp bulb requires service.
Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Low Fuel Level It illuminates when the fuel level
is low.
Low Tire Pressure It illuminates when your tire
pressure is low. If illuminated,
check your tire pressure as soon
as possible. If it begins to flash at anytime,
have the system checked as soon as
possible.
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PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH
Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
pedal.
Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode
When the ignition is off, press the push
button ignition switch once without your
foot on the brake pedal.
All electrical circuits and accessories are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
Note:
Your vehicle has a battery saver
feature that shuts your vehicle off when it
detects a certain amount of battery drain,
or after about 30 minutes of inactivity in
accessory mode.
Starting the Engine
With the transmission in park (P), press
the brake pedal and press the push button
ignition switch. An indicator light on the
button illuminates when then ignition is on
and when the engine starts. Note:
The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: A valid key must be inside your
vehicle to switch the ignition on and start
the engine.
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SWITCHING THE HAZARD
FLASHERS ON AND OFF
The hazard flasher button is on
the instrument panel. Press the
button to switch the hazard
flashers on if your vehicle is creating a
safety hazard for other road users.
When you switch the hazard flashers on,
all front and rear direction indicators flash.
Note: The hazard flashers operate when
the ignition is in any position, or if the key is
not in the ignition. The battery loses charge
and could have insufficient power to restart
your vehicle.
Press the button again to switch them off.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
JUMP STARTING PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Batteries normally
produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury. Therefore, do not
allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always
shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation. WARNING:
Keep batteries out of
reach of children. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to protect
against possible splashing of acid
solution. In case of acid contact with skin
or eyes, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed,
call a physician immediately. WARNING:
Use only adequately
sized cables with insulated clamps. WARNING:
Make sure that the
cables are clear of any moving parts and
fuel delivery system parts. WARNING: Connect batteries with
only the same nominal voltage. WARNING: If the engine is running
while the hood is open, stay clear of
moving engine components. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Do not attempt to push-start an automatic
transmission vehicle. This could cause
transmission damage.
Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle. This could damage your
vehicle's electrical system.
PREPARING THE VEHICLE
Use only a 12 volt supply to start your
vehicle.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hood
of the disabled vehicle, making sure the
two vehicles do not touch.
JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
Connecting the Jumper Cables WARNING:
Do not connect the
negative jumper cable to any other part
of your vehicle. Use the ground point.
Note: If you are using a jump pack or
booster box, follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
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1. Pull the red rubber boot backward.
Connect the positive (+) jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal of the
discharged battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable
to the negative (-) terminal of the
booster vehicle battery.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) jumper cable to an
exposed metal part of the disabled
vehicle's engine, as shown in the
following illustration, away from the
battery and fuel injection system, or
connect the negative (-) jumper cable
to a ground connection point if
available. Starting the Engine
1.
Start the engine of the booster vehicle
and moderately rev the engine, or
gently press the accelerator to keep
the engine speed between 2000 and
3000 RPM, as shown in your
tachometer.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once you start the disabled vehicle, run
both vehicle engines for an additional
three minutes before disconnecting the
jumper cables.
Removing the Jumper Cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse
order that they were connected.
Note: Do not switch the headlamps on
when disconnecting the cables. The peak
voltage could blow the bulbs.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Engine coolant reservoir.
A
Windshield washer fluid reservoir.
B
Engine oil dipstick.
C
Engine oil filler cap.
D
Brake fluid reservoir.
E
Engine compartment fuse box.
F
Battery.
G
Air filter assembly.
H
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
Engine coolant reservoir.
A
Windshield washer fluid reservoir.
B
Engine oil filler cap.
C
Engine oil dipstick.
D
Brake fluid reservoir.
E
Engine compartment fuse box.
F
Battery.
G
Air filter assembly.
H
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
- UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
WARNING: Operating,
servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or
off-highway motor vehicle can
expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates, and lead,
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine
except as necessary, service your
vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your
hands frequently when servicing
your vehicle. For more
information go to
www .P6 5W arning s. c a.g o v /
p a ss eng er-v ehicl e .
WARNING:
Battery posts,
terminals and related
accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash your
hands after handling
. PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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Stability Control and Traction Control.........42
Stabilizer Bar Disconnect..................................
42
Tow Haul.................................................................. 42
Trail Control............................................................ 42
Trail Turn Assist..................................................... 42
Turn Signal Lamps............................................... 42
Instrument Cluster.........................................39
Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps.......39 Anti-Lock Brake System.................................... 39
Battery...................................................................... 39
Brake System Warning Lamp.......................... 39
Door Ajar.................................................................. 39
Electric Park Brake............................................... 39
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 39
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................... 39
Hood Ajar................................................................ 39
Low Beam Warning............................................. 39
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 39
Low Tire Pressure................................................. 39
Low Washer Fluid Level..................................... 40
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............................ 40
Oil Pressure............................................................ 40
Powertrain Malfunction.................................... 40
Tailgate Ajar........................................................... 40
Introduction........................................................5
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................69 Jump Starting Precautions............................... 69
Jump Starting the Vehicle................................ 69
Preparing the Vehicle......................................... 69
K
Keys and Remote Controls.........................34
L
Load Carrying..................................................60
Load Carrying Precautions
.........................60
Loading Your Trailer......................................66
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels
.....................................61
Locating the Tire label..................................74 M
Maintenance......................................................71
Manual Seats
..................................................49
Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 50
Head Restraint Components........................... 49
Installing the Head Restraint............................ 51
Removing the Head Restraint......................... 50
P
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................35 How Does the Passive Anti-Theft System
Work..................................................................... 35
What Is the Passive Anti-Theft System................................................................. 35
Perchlorate........................................................97
Personal Safety System Components.................................................25
Personal Safety System ™
..........................25
Power Seats......................................................51
Adjusting the Head Restraint............................ 51
Head Restraint Components............................ 51
Installing the Head Restraint........................... 52
Removing the Head Restraint......................... 52
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats..........................................29
Puncture See: Changing a Flat Tire.................................. 90
Push Button Ignition Switch......................56 Starting the Engine.............................................. 56
Switching the Ignition Off................................. 56
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode.................................................................... 56
R
Rear Seats.........................................................54 Manual Seats......................................................... 54
Removing the Key Blade.............................34
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................34
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
...........36
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada...........................................................96
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States..............................................................96
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