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Instrument Cluster Indicators -Excluding: Raptor......................................121
Instrument Cluster Indicators - Raptor.........................................................................123
Instrument Cluster Display
Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls.......................................................126
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu -Excluding: Raptor....................................126
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu -Raptor...........................................................127
Trip Computer...............................................127
Customizing the Instrument ClusterDisplay..........................................................127
Personalized Settings................................128
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start................................129
Remote Start Precautions.......................129
Remote Start Limitations.........................129
Enabling Remote Start..............................129
Remotely Starting and Stopping theVehicle.........................................................129
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators.........................................................................130
Remote Start Settings..............................130
Climate Control - VehiclesWith: AutomaticTemperature Control
Identifying the Climate Control Unit......131
Switching Climate Control On and Off..........................................................................131
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off..........................................................................131
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off..........................................................................131
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off..........................................................................131
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off..........................................................................131
Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off.........................................................132
Setting the Blower Motor Speed...........132
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off.........................................................................132
Setting the Temperature...........................132
Directing the Flow of Air............................132
Auto Mode......................................................133
Climate Control Hints................................134
Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Manual TemperatureControl
Identifying the Climate Control Unit.....136
Switching Climate Control On and Off.........................................................................136
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off.........................................................................136
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off.........................................................................136
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off.........................................................................136
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off.........................................................................136
Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off.........................................................137
Setting the Blower Motor Speed............137
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off.........................................................................137
Setting the Temperature...........................137
Directing the Flow of Air............................138
Climate Control Hints................................138
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter......................139
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................139
Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions.............................140
Sitting in the Correct Position................140
Manual Seats.................................................141
Power Seats...................................................143
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Heated Seats................................................146
Rear Seats
Manual Seats................................................147
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System.........................................................................150
How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work.............................................150
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions.........................................................................150
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations.........................................................................150
Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off.................................................150
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators..........................................................................151
Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings......................................................151
Garage Door Opener
Garage Door Opener Introduction.........152
Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies...............................................152
Programming the Garage Door Opener.........................................................................153
Garage Door Opener AdditionalAssistance..................................................155
USB Ports
Locating the USB Ports.............................156
Playing Media Using the USB Port.......156
Charging a Device........................................156
Power Outlet - Vehicles With:120V Power Outlet
What Is the Power Outlet.........................158
Power Outlet Precautions........................158
Locating the Power Outlets.....................158
Power Outlet Indicators............................158
Power Outlet - Vehicles With:12V Power Outlet
What Is the Power Outlet........................160
Power Outlet Precautions.......................160
Locating the Power Outlets....................160
Wireless Accessory Charger
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger..........................................................................161
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions..........................................................................161
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger..........................................................................161
Charging a Wireless Device......................161
Storage
Glove Compartment..................................162
Center Console.............................................162
Under Floor Storage...................................163
Glasses Holder.............................................163
Map Pocket....................................................163
Starting and Stopping theEngine
Starting and Stopping the Engine –Precautions...............................................164
Push Button Ignition Switch...................164
Starting the Engine.....................................165
Engine Block Heater...................................166
Stopping the Engine...................................167
Automatic Engine Stop.............................168
Accessing the Passive Key BackupPosition.......................................................169
Starting and Stopping the Engine –Troubleshooting......................................169
Start in Gear - ManualTransmission
What Is Start in Gear...................................172
Start in Gear Precautions..........................172
Start in Gear Limitations...........................172
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Using Start in Gear.......................................172
Start in Gear – Troubleshooting.............173
Auto-Start-Stop
What Is Auto-Start-Stop..........................174
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions - ManualTransmission.............................................174
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions -Automatic Transmission.......................174
Switching Auto-Start-Stop On and Off.........................................................................174
Stopping the Engine - ManualTransmission.............................................174
Stopping the Engine - AutomaticTransmission.............................................175
Restarting the Engine - ManualTransmission.............................................175
Restarting the Engine - AutomaticTransmission.............................................176
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................176
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting.........................................................................176
Fuel and Refueling
Fuel and Refueling Precautions.............179
Fuel Quality...................................................180
Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel...............180
Running Out of Fuel....................................181
Refueling.........................................................182
Fuel Tank Capacity.....................................183
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting.........................................................................184
Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter.............185
Catalytic Converter Precautions............185
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting.........................................................................185
Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission Precautions.......186
Shifting Into Reverse..................................186
Crawler Gear.................................................186
Recommended Shift Speeds..................187
Checking the Manual Transmission FluidLevel.............................................................188
Checking the Clutch Fluid Level............188
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity andSpecification.............................................188
Clutch Fluid Capacity and Specification........................................................................188
Manual Transmission – Troubleshooting........................................................................189
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Precautions........................................................................190
Automatic Transmission Positions......190
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear...............191
Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators.....................................................191
Manually Shifting Gears.............................191
Brake Shift Interlock...................................193
Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings....................................................194
Four-Wheel Drive
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - 4x4with Part Time Engagement...............195
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work -Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode.............195
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions...............195
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations................196
Switching Four-Wheel Drive On and Off.........................................................................197
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - 4x4with Part Time Engagement...............197
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode -Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode.............198
Four-Wheel Drive Modes.........................199
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators..................200
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification............................................200
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.......................................................................200
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REMOTE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS
WARNING: Changes ormodifications not expressively approvedby the party responsible for compliancecould void the user's authority to operatethe equipment. The term "IC:" before theradio certification number only signifiesthat Industry Canada technicalspecifications were met.
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicense-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received,including interference that may causeundesired operation.
Make sure a valid remote control is within3 ft (1 m) from the front door handles andrear of vehicle.
The system may not function if:
•The remote control remains stationaryfor about a minute.
•The vehicle battery has no charge.
•The remote control battery has nocharge.
•There is interference causing issueswith the remote control frequencies.
•The remote control is too close tometal objects or electronic devices, forexample keys or a cell phone.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Use your remote control to access variousvehicle systems.
Note:The buttons on your remote may varydepending on the vehicle region or options.
Unlock
Press the button to unlock alldoors. See Unlocking andLocking the Doors Using theRemote Control (page 88).
Lock
Press the button to lock alldoors. See Unlocking andLocking the Doors Using theRemote Control (page 88).
Remote Start (If Equipped)
Press the button to remote start.See Remotely Starting andStopping the Vehicle (page129).
Panic Alarm (If Equipped)
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. See Sounding thePanic Alarm (page 80).
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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE
CONTROL
You must have two previouslyprogrammed remote controls inside yourvehicle and the new, unprogrammedremote controls readily accessible. Contactan authorized dealer to have the spareremote control programmed if twopreviously programmed remote controlsare not available. Make sure that yourvehicle is off before beginning thisprocedure.
Make sure that you close all the doorsbefore beginning and that they remainclosed throughout the procedure. Performall steps within 30 seconds of starting thesequence. Stop and wait for at least oneminute before starting again if you performany steps out of sequence.
Note:You can program a maximum of fourremote controls to your vehicle.
Note:If your programmed remote controlsget lost or stolen and you do not have anextra coded remote, you need to have yourvehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Storean extra programmed remote away fromyour vehicle in a safe place to help preventany inconvenience. Contact an authorizeddealer to purchase additional spare orreplacement remote controls.
Read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.
Programming Backup Location
1.Place the first programmed remote inthe backup slot inside the centerconsole. With your foot off the brakepedal, press and release the pushbutton ignition switch.
2.Wait five seconds and then press andrelease the push button ignition switchagain.
3.Remove the remote control.
4.Within 10 seconds, place a secondprogrammed remote control in thebackup slot. Press and release thepush button ignition switch.
5.Wait five seconds and then press andrelease the push button ignition switchagain. Keep the ignition on for at least3 seconds, but no more than 10seconds.
6.Remove the remote control.
7.Place the unprogrammed remotecontrol in the backup slot and pressand release the push button ignitionswitch.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
The passive anti-theft system preventssomeone from starting the vehicle with anincorrectly coded key.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.
HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM WORK
The passive anti-theft system arms whenyou switch the ignition off.
It disarms when the ignition is switched onwith a correctly coded key.
Note:The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Note:Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take the keys andlock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
SECURITY – TROUBLESHOOTING
SECURITY – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The system has not detected a correctly coded key.No Key Detected
The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.Starting System Fault
Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthor-ized entry.Vehicle Alarm To StopAlarm, Start Vehicle.
Alarm Announcement
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OPENING AND CLOSING THE
WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave childrenunattended in your vehicle and do notlet them play with the power windows.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury.
WARNING: When closing thepower windows, verify they are free ofobstruction and make sure that childrenand pets are not in the proximity of thewindow openings.
Press the control to open thewindow. Lift the control to closethe window.
Note:The power windows operate with theignition on, and for several minutes after youswitch the ignition off or until you open afront door.
To reduce wind noise or pulsing noise whenone window is open, slightly open theopposite window.
One-Touch Open (If Equipped)
Fully press the window control and releaseit. Press again or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Close (If Equipped)
Fully lift the window control and releaseit. Press again or lift it to stop the window.
Resetting One-Touch Close
Carry out all steps within 30 seconds ofstarting the sequence.
1.Fully open the window.
2.Lift and hold the window control untilthe window is fully closed. Keep thewindow control held for a two seconds
3.Press and hold the window control untilthe window is fully open. Keep thewindow control pressed for twoseconds.
4.Lift and hold the window control untilthe window is fully closed. Keep thewindow control held for a two seconds
Note:Repeat the procedure if the windowdoes not close when you use one-touch.
Tailgate Window
To open the window, do the following:
1.Open the tailgate. See Opening theTailgate From Outside Your Vehicle(page 93).
2.Lift the window.
To close the window, do the following:
1.Push the window down.
2.Close the tailgate. See Closing theTailgate From Outside Your Vehicle(page 93).
GLOBAL OPENING
WHAT IS GLOBAL OPENING
You can use the remote control to openthe windows with the ignition off.
USING GLOBAL OPENING
1.Press and release the unlock button onthe remote control.
2.Press and hold the unlock button onthe remote control.
3.Release the button when the windowsstart to open.
Press the lock or the unlock button on theremote control to stop global opening.
Note:You can use global opening for ashort period of time when you unlock yourvehicle using the remote control.
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Low Washer Fluid Level
It illuminates when the washerfluid is low.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
It illuminates when the ignitionis on and the engine is off, this isnormal operation. If it illuminateswhen the engine is on this indicates thatthe emission control system requiresservice. If it flashes, have your vehiclechecked immediately. See Emission Law(page 609).
Oil Pressure
It illuminates when the engineoil pressure is low.
Powertrain Malfunction
Illuminates when the powertrainrequires service. Have thesystem checked as soon aspossible.
Tailgate Ajar
It illuminates when the ignitionis on and the tailgate is notcompletely closed.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER INDICATORS
Indicators notify you of various featuresthat are active on your vehicle.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INDICATORS - EXCLUDING:
RAPTOR
Adaptive Cruise Control
See Adaptive Cruise Control(page 252).
Automatic Headlamp High Beam
See Automatic High BeamControl (page 108).
Auto-Start-Stop
See Auto-Start-Stop (page174).
Blind Spot Monitor
See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 279).
Cruise Control
See Cruise Control (page 250).
Differential Lock
See Electronic LockingDifferential (page 203).
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Stability Control and TractionControl
See Stability Control (page219). See Traction Control(page 217).
Stabilizer Bar Disconnect
See Stabilizer Bar Disconnect(page 229).
Trail Control
See Trail Control (page 222).
Trail Turn Assist
See Trail Turn Assist (page227).
Tow Haul
See Towing a Trailer (page 307).
Turn Signal Lamps
See Exterior Lamps (page 105).
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INDICATORS - RAPTOR
Adaptive Cruise Control
See Adaptive Cruise Control(page 252).
Automatic Headlamp High Beam
See Automatic High BeamControl (page 108).
Auto-Start-Stop
See Auto-Start-Stop (page174).
Blind Spot Monitor
See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 279).
Cruise Control
See Cruise Control (page 250).
Differential Lock
See Electronic LockingDifferential (page 203).
Exhaust Modes
See Selecting a G.O.A.T. Mode (page261).
Normal mode.
Baja mode.
Quiet mode.
Sport mode.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
Remote Start System
The system allows you to remotely startyour vehicle and to adjust the interiortemperature according to the settings thatyou chose.
REMOTE START
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not start the enginein a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Alwaysopen the garage door before you startthe engine. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under thefollowing conditions:
•The alarm horn is sounding.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The ignition is on.
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
•Remote start is not enabled.
Note:Do not use remote start if the fuellevel is low.
ENABLING REMOTE START
1.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle.
3.Press Remote Start Setup.
4.Switch Remote Start on or off.
Note:To remote start with FordPass, makesure that the modem is enabled. SeeConnecting FordPass to the Modem(page 483).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle
Press the button on the remotecontrol.
Within three seconds, press thebutton on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press thebutton again.
Note:You can also use FordPass to startthe vehicle.
Note:The vehicle doors lock when yousuccessfully remote start your vehicle.
Note:The turn signal lamps flash twice.
Note:The parking lamps turn on when thevehicle is running.
Note:The horn sounds if the system failsto start.
Note:All other vehicle systems remain offwhen you have remotely started the vehicle.
Note:The vehicle remains secured whenyou have remotely started the vehicle. Avalid key must be inside your vehicle toswitch the ignition on and drive your vehicle.
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle
Within three seconds, press thebutton on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press thebutton again.
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