emergency towing FORD BRONCO SPORT 2021 Owners Manual

7.
With your foot still fully applied on the
brake pedal, disengage the parking
brake. See Electric Parking Brake
(page 177).
8. Your vehicle remains in neutral (N) for emergency towing purposes.
9. Switch off the ignition.
10. Once it is safe to do so and there is no risk that your vehicle will roll,
disconnect the negative, black
battery cable from the battery. If the
vehicle rolls before disconnecting the
battery, the electric parking brake
could apply. You may need to release
the parking brake again. See Electric
Parking Brake
(page 177).
Returning Your Vehicle to Normal
Mode
1. Once it is safe to do so, reconnect the negative, black battery cable to the
battery.
2. Apply the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake
(page 177). Note:
If the vehicle battery is dead, for
example, no electrical power is available,
you could use an external power source to
apply the parking brake.
3. Fully apply the brake pedal and hold. Do not release. Pull the orange tether
outward toward the driver seat to
release it from the override position.
4. The cable releases and retracts back to its original rest position.
5. Stow the manual park release cable tether back inside the instrument panel
dash hole, install the access cover by
pressing it back in position.
6. With your foot fully applied on the brake pedal, start your vehicle. Confirm
that your vehicle is in the park (P)
position and that the instrument
cluster indicates park (P).
7. If the instrument cluster is not displaying the park (P) position or a
message displays on the instrument
cluster screen, make sure you apply the
parking brake before exiting your
vehicle. Contact an authorized dealer
for service.
Information Messages Details
Message
The system detects a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission Malfunction Service Now
Displays when you shift into neutral (N).
Select M To Confirm Stay In Neutral Mode
Displays when you shift into neutral (N).
Select L to Confirm Stay in Neutral Mode
Displays to confirm that your vehicle hasentered Stay in Neutral mode.
Stay in Neutral Mode Engaged
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Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
•
Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions, and
reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime
the rear axle has been submerged in water.
Water may have contaminated the rear
axle lubricant, which is not normally
checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected or other axle repair is required.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing WARNING: If your vehicle has a
steering wheel lock make sure the
ignition is in the accessory or on position
when being towed.
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without
access to wheel dollies or a vehicle
transport trailer, it can be flat-towed with
all wheels on the ground, regardless of the
powertrain and transmission configuration,
under the following conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for
towing in a forward direction.
• Refer to the Manual Park Release
procedure. See
Automatic
Transmission (page 166). Failing to
do so could result in damage to the
transmission.
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km).
Note: If you are unsure of the vehicle ’s
configuration, contact an authorized dealer. Recreational Towing - Front-Wheel
Drive Vehicles
(If Equipped)
You cannot recreational tow your vehicle
with all wheels on the ground because
vehicle or transmission damage could
occur. Place the front wheels on a
two-wheel tow dolly. If you are using a tow
dolly, follow the instructions specified by
the equipment provider.
Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel
Drive Vehicles
(If Equipped)
You cannot recreational tow your vehicle
with all wheels on the ground because
vehicle or transmission damage could
occur. We recommend towing your vehicle
with all four wheels off the ground, such
as when using a car-hauling trailer.
Otherwise, you cannot recreational tow
your vehicle.
Recreational Towing - All-Wheel
and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
(If
Equipped)
You cannot recreational tow your vehicle
with all wheels on the ground because
vehicle or transmission damage could
occur. We recommend towing your vehicle
with all four wheels off the ground, such
as when using a car-hauling trailer.
Otherwise, you cannot recreational tow
your vehicle.
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A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
is defined as a spare wheel and tire
assembly that is different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.
T-type mini-spare: This spare tire
begins with the letter T for tire size and
may have Temporary Use Only molded in
the sidewall.
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label
on wheel:
This spare tire has a label on
the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilar
spare tires listed above, do not:
• Exceed
50 mph (80 km/h).
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location can
lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability
3. Full-size dissimilar spare without
label on wheel When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•
Exceed
70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• Four-wheel driving capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure WARNING:
The jack supplied with
this vehicle is only intended for changing
wheels. Do not use the vehicle jack other
than when you are changing a wheel in
an emergency.
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DRL
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running
Lamps.................................................................. 82
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................82
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Electric Parking Brake..................................177 Applying the Electric Parking Brake..............177
Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake................................................... 178
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake.................................................................... 177
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery is Running Out of
Charge................................................................ 178
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............405
Emergency Call Limitations.......................52
Emergency Call Requirements..................51
Emission Law
.................................................162
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........163
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 162
Enabling Remote Start
................................118
End User License Agreement.................408 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................ 408
Engine Block Heater
.....................................151
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 152
Engine Coolant Check
................................277
Adding Coolant.................................................... 277
Coolant Change.................................................. 279
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................. 280
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 279
Recycled Coolant............................................... 278
Severe Climates.................................................. 279
Engine Emission Control............................162
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 72
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™........................................329
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 330Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -
2.0L EcoBoost™.......................................328
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 329
Engine Oil Check
...........................................274
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 274
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................274
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................323
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 323
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................323
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 324
Entertainment..............................................359 AM/FM Radio...................................................... 360
Apps....................................................................... 368
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................. 367
CD........................................................................\
.... 366
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)........................................................ 363
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 361
Sources.................................................................. 359
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 368
USB Ports............................................................. 368
Environment.....................................................19
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake.............................. 177
Essential Towing Checks...........................237 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 239
Hitches................................................................... 238
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 239
Safety Chains...................................................... 238
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 238
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 239
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 238
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 239
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 11
Export Unique Options
.................................18
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................118
Exterior Mirrors
................................................89
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 90
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.............................. 90
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 89
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System............312
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................ 314
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ....................................... 314
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 297
Towing a Trailer.............................................235
Load Placement................................................. 235
Towing Points
................................................254
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.........................................................240
Emergency Towing........................................... 240
Recreational Towing - All-Wheel and Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles....................... 240
Recreational Towing - Front-Wheel Drive Vehicles............................................................ 240
Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive Vehicles............................................................ 240
Towing..............................................................235
Traction Control
.............................................181
Principle of Operation........................................ 181
Trail Control Indicators
...............................185
Trail Control....................................................184
Trail Control – Troubleshooting.................... 185
Trail Control – Troubleshooting..............185 Trail Control – Information
Messages.......................................................... 185
Trailer Sway Control
...................................236
Transmission..................................................166
Transporting the Vehicle
...........................253
Type Approvals............................................434 Radio Frequency Certifications for Blind
Spot Information System.......................... 434
Radio Frequency Certifications for Body Control Module.............................................. 435
Radio Frequency Certifications for Cruise Control Module............................................. 436
Radio Frequency Certifications for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.............436
Radio Frequency Certifications for Passive Anti-Theft System........................................ 437
Radio Frequency Certifications for Passive Key...................................................................... 437
Radio Frequency Certifications for Radio Transceiver Module..................................... 445
Radio Frequency Certifications for SYNC3.2............................................................ 441Radio Frequency Certifications for
Telematics Control Unit.............................. 447
Radio Frequency Certifications for Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor(s)...............448
Radio Frequency Certifications for Wireless Accessory Charging Module...................... 451
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Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................272
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................273
Under Seat Storage.....................................146 Locating the Under Seat Storage
Compartment................................................. 146
Unique Driving Characteristics................153
USB Port
.........................................................349
Locating the USB Ports................................... 349
Using Four-Wheel Drive
..............................172
Driving in Special Conditions With
Four-Wheel Drive........................................... 173
Four-Wheel Drive Lock...................................... 174
Maintenance and Modifications.................... 175
Rear Differential Lock........................................ 174
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................62
Using Snow Chains
......................................312
Using Stability Control...............................183
Using Traction Control
.................................181
Switching the System Off................................ 181
System Indicator Lights and Messages........................................................... 181
Using a Switch...................................................... 181
Using the Information Display Controls.............................................................. 181
Using Voice Recognition...........................352 Audio Voice Commands................................. 353
Climate Voice Commands............................. 354
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 357
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 356
Phone Voice Commands................................ 354
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 358
Voice Settings Commands............................ 358
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................258
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