stop start FORD BRONCO 2023 Owner's Manual

STOPPING THE ENGINE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Stop your vehicle, keep your foot on thebrake pedal and the transmission in drive(D).
RESTARTING THE ENGINE -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Press the clutch pedal.
A message appears in the instrumentcluster display if the system requires youto take action.
ActionConditionMessage
Press the accelerator pedal,brake pedal or clutch pedalto restart the engine.
The system needs to restartthe engine but requires yourconfirmation.
Auto StartStop Press aPedal to Start Engine
Shift into neutral to restartthe engine.The system needs to restartthe engine but cannotbecause the transmission isin gear.
Auto StartStop SelectNeutral To Start Engine
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RESTARTING THE ENGINE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
A message appears in the instrumentcluster display if the system requires youto take action.
AUTO-START-STOP
INDICATORS
WARNING: The system mayrequire the engine to automaticallyrestart when the auto-start-stopindicator illuminates green or flashesamber. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates green when theengine stops. It flashes amberand a message appears when you need totake action.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates gray with astrikethrough when the systemis not available.
Note:You can display the reason why thesystem is not available in the informationdisplay.
AUTO-START-STOP – TROUBLESHOOTING
AUTO-START-STOP – INFORMATION MESSAGES - MANUALTRANSMISSION
ActionConditionMessage
Restart the engine yourself.The system is not func-tioning.Auto StartStop ManualRestart Required
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AUTO-START-STOP –INFORMATION MESSAGES -AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
A message appears in the informationdisplay if the system requires you to takeaction.
ActionConditionMessage
Press the brake pedal torestart the engine.The system needs to restartthe engine but requires yourconfirmation.
Auto StartStop Press Braketo Start Engine
Press the brake pedal or theaccelerator pedal to restartthe engine.
The system needs to restartthe engine but requires yourconfirmation.
Auto StartStop Press aPedal to Start Engine
Shift in park (P) and restartthe engine.The System is not func-tioning.Auto StartStop Shift to P,then Restart Engine
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AUTO-START-STOP –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the engine not alwaysstop when I expect it to?
The system is designed to work in a waythat complements other vehicle systems,allowing them to operate at optimumperformance.
The system does not stop the engine if:
•The driver door is open.
•Your vehicle is at high altitude.
•The heated windshield is on.
•The engine is warming up.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The battery charge is low.
•The battery temperature is outside theoptimal operating range.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain interior climate and reducefogging.
Why does the engine sometimesrestart when I do not expect it to?
The system is designed to work in a waythat complements other vehicle systems,allowing them to operate at optimumperformance.
The system restarts the engine if:
•You switch the heated windshield on.
•You switch maximum defrost on.
•Your vehicle starts to roll downhill inneutral.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain adequate brake systemassistance.
•The engine is required to run tomaintain interior climate and reducefogging.
Can I permanently switch thesystem off?
No. The system plays an important role inreducing the fuel consumption and the CO2emissions.
Will the frequent engine startscause parts to wear out?
Your vehicle has an enhanced battery andstarter motor that are designed for theincreased number of engine starts.
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Note:If your vehicle runs out of fuel add aminimum of 1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel to restartthe engine.
Note:You may need to switch the ignitionfrom off to on several times after refuelingto allow the fuel system to pump the fuelfrom the tank to the engine. Whenrestarting, cranking time takes a fewseconds longer than normal.
Note:Extra funnels can be purchased froman authorized dealer if you choose todispose of the funnel.
REFUELING
REFUELING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Fuel filler door.A
Fuel filler inlet.B
Fuel tank filler pipe.C
REFUELING YOUR VEHICLE
Easy Fuel Capless Fuel Filler
WARNING: When refueling alwaysshut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the fuel tankfiller valve. Never smoke or use a cellphone while refueling. Fuel vapor isextremely hazardous under certainconditions. Avoid inhaling excess fumes.
WARNING: The fuel system maybe under pressure. If you hear a hissingsound near the fuel filler inlet, do notrefuel until the sound stops. Otherwise,fuel may spray out, which could causeserious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not pry open thefuel tank filler valve. This could damagethe fuel system. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in fire, personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not remove the fuelpump nozzle from its fully insertedposition when refueling.
WARNING: Stop refueling whenthe fuel pump nozzle automaticallyshuts off for the first time. Failure tofollow this will fill the expansion spacein the fuel tank and could lead to fueloverflowing.
WARNING: Do not overfill the fueltank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel sprayand fire.
WARNING: Wait at least fiveseconds before removing the fuel pumpnozzle to allow any residual fuel to draininto the fuel tank.
1.Fully open the fuel filler door.
2.Select the correct fuel pump nozzle foryour vehicle.
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WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of yourvehicle's emissions system and filtersharmful pollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not park, idle ordrive your vehicle on dry grass or otherdry ground cover. The emission systemheats up the engine compartment andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operatingtemperature of the exhaust system isvery high. Never work around or attemptto repair any part of the exhaust systemuntil it has cooled. Use special care whenworking around the catalytic converter.The catalytic converter heats up to a veryhigh temperature after only a shortperiod of engine operation and stays hotafter the engine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
•Do not crank the engine for more than10 seconds at a time.
•Do not run the engine with a spark pluglead disconnected.
•Do not push-start or tow-start yourvehicle. Use booster cables. See JumpStarting the Vehicle (page 330).
•Use the correct fuel. See Fuel andRefueling (page 179).
•Do not switch the ignition off when yourvehicle is moving.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.
Note:Do not make any unauthorizedchanges to your vehicle or engine. By law,vehicle owners and anyone whomanufactures, repairs, or services a fleet ofvehicles are not permitted to intentionallyremove an emission control device orprevent it from working.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –WARNING LAMPS
Your vehicle has an on-board diagnosticssystem that monitors the emission controlsystem. If any of the following warninglamps illuminate, this may indicate thatthe on-board diagnostics system hasdetected an emission control systemmalfunction.
Continuing to drive your vehicle may causereduced power or the engine to stop.Failure to respond to a warning lamp maycause damage that your vehicle Warrantymay not cover. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
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WHAT IS HILL START ASSIST
Hill Start Assist
This feature applies the brakes to hold yourvehicle after you bring the vehicle to a stopon a slope.
HOW DOES HILL START
ASSIST WORK
When the system activates, your vehicleremains stationary for a few seconds afteryou release the brake pedal. This gives youtime to move your foot from the brakepedal to the accelerator pedal. The brakesrelease when you apply the acceleratorpedal and the vehicle begins to moveforward, or the vehicle is stationary beyondthe Hill Start Assist hold time.
The system activates when your vehicle isin any forward gear and facing uphill, orwhen your vehicle is in reverse (R) andfacing downhill.
HILL START ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: The system does notreplace the parking brake. When youleave your vehicle, always apply theparking brake.
WARNING: You must remain inyour vehicle when the system turns on.At all times you are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle, supervising thesystem, and intervening if required.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
SWITCHING HILL START
ASSIST ON AND OFF -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
You can switch hill start assist on and offon the touchscreen:
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Switch Hill Start Assist on or off.
Note:The system remembers the lastsetting when you start your vehicle.
SWITCHING HILL START
ASSIST ON AND OFF -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Hill start assist is active when you switchthe ignition on. You cannot switch thesystem on or off.
HILL START ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
HILL START ASSIST –INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
Displays whensystem is not avail-able. Have yourvehicle checked assoon as possible.
Hill Start Assist NotAvailable
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STEERING – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected acondition that requires service. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system is not working.Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Loss Stop Safely
The power steering system has detected acondition that requires service. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Assist Fault Service Required
The steering system has detected a condi-tion that could prevent you from startingyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
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You can save the following settings asMyMode:
•Drive mode.
•Steering mode.
•Suspension mode.
•Exhaust mode.
•Four-wheel drive mode.
•Stop and start on or off.
•Front electronic locking differential onor off.
•Rear electronic locking differential onor off.
Note:MyMode settings can only be madewith configurations that are available toeach individual drive mode.
Note:You can save or view MyMode at anytime, regardless of your vehicle's speed ortransmission selection, as long as yourvehicle is running and it meets systemconditions.
Note:When activating MyMode, yourvehicle must meet all preconditions for thedrive mode and various settings before itactivates. A message appears if it does notmeet system conditions.
G.O.A.T. MODES
BAJA - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR
For high speed off-road driving.Baja mode optimizes the throttlecontrol for better response andtorque delivery.
Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel driveauto (4A) is not selectable in baja mode.
The front electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h) whenin four-wheel drive low (4L). The rearelectronic locking differential is availableat any speed in all selectable four-wheeldrive modes.
The stabilizer bar disconnect is availablein four-wheel drive high (4H) or four-wheeldrive low (4L).
Note:Depending on the four-wheel drivemode selected when using Baja mode ondry/hard pavement, your vehicle couldexperience vibration, driveline bind up,damage and potential excessive tire andvehicle wear.
BAJA - RAPTOR
For high speed off-road driving.Baja mode optimizes the throttlecontrol for better response andtorque delivery.
Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode but two-wheeldrive high (2H) is available. Four-wheeldrive auto (4A) is not available in bajamode.
Off-road is the default steering andsuspension mode. All steering andsuspension modes are available.
Baja is the default exhaust mode. Allexhaust modes are available. The systemtunes the engine, transmission, stabilityand traction controls to baja mode.
The rear electronic locking differential isavailable at all speeds in four-wheel drive,and the front electronic locking differentialis available in four-wheel drive low (4L).See Switching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 203).
The stabilizer bar is connected by defaultbut can be disconnected up to 50 mph(80 km/h).
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Installing the Roof Rack
1.To remove, press the button on the rearof the trim cover and rotate forward.
2.Remove the fasteners and remove thetrim cover retaining plate.
3.Store the trim cover components.
4.Position the roof rack on the vehicle.
5.Hand start the front roof rack fasteners.
6.Using a 10 mm socket, tighten the frontroof rack fasteners. Torque bolts to7.7 lb.ft (10.5 Nm).
7.Align the cover with the alignment slotand rotate rearward.
8.Hand start the front roof rack coverfasteners.
9.Using the provided T30 tool, tightenthe front roof rack cover fasteners.Torque bolts to 5.9 lb.ft (8 Nm).
Note:The rear crossbar is part of theclamping system. If you removed thecrossbar you must install it first for properattachment to the hard top.
10.Using the supplied special tool,tighten the fastener.
Note:The supplied special tool stopsturning the fastener when you have propertorque applied.
11.Install the rear roof rack fastenercover.
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