warning FORD BRONCO SPORT 2021 Owners Manual

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Part Number: 202007 20201207163328
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
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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
.

Introduction
About This Manual
..........................................9
Symbols Glossary ............................................
9
Data Recording .................................................
11
Perchlorate .......................................................
15
Ford Credit ........................................................
15
Replacement Parts Recommendation ........................................................................\
...
16
Special Notices ...............................................
16
Mobile Communications Equipment ........................................................................\
....
17
Export Unique Options ................................
18
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................
19
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ..........................................
20
Child Safety
General Information ......................................
21
Installing Child Restraints ..........................
23
Booster Seats .................................................
28
Child Restraint Positioning ........................
30
Child Safety Locks .........................................
32
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................
34
Fastening the Seatbelts ..............................
35
Seatbelt Height Adjustment .....................
37
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime ............................................................
38
Seatbelt Reminder .......................................
38
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance ..............................................
40
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................
40
Personal Safety System ™
Personal Safety System ™..........................
41 Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation .................................
42
Driver and Passenger Airbags ..................
43
Front Passenger Sensing System ...........
44
Side Airbags ....................................................
46
Driver Knee Airbag .........................................
47
Safety Canopy ™...........................................
48
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator ......
49
Airbag Disposal .............................................
50
911 Assist
What Is 911 Assist ...........................................
51
Emergency Call Requirements .................
51
Emergency Call Limitations ......................
52
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies .................................................
53
Remote Control .............................................
53
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
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58
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation .................................
59
Creating a MyKey ..........................................
60
Clearing All MyKeys .......................................
61
Checking MyKey System Status ...............
61
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................
62
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................
62
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ...............................
64
Keyless Entry ...................................................
67
Liftgate
Opening the Liftgate ....................................
70
Closing the Liftgate ......................................
70
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Opening and Closing the Liftgate
Window ..........................................................71
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................
72
Anti-Theft Alarm ............................................
72
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...................
74
Audio Control ..................................................
74
Voice Control ...................................................
75
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Lane Centering ......................................................
75
Cruise Control .................................................
75
Information Display Control ......................
75
Horn ....................................................................
75
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off ...................................................
76
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers ........................................
77
Autowipers .......................................................
77
Windshield Washers ....................................
78
Rear Window Wiper and Washers ..........
79
Lighting
General Information ....................................
80
Lighting Control .............................................
80
Autolamps ........................................................
81
Instrument Lighting Dimmer .....................
81
Headlamp Exit Delay ....................................
81
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
........................................................................\
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82
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ..........
82
Front Fog Lamps ...........................................
82
Cornering Lamps ...........................................
83
Direction Indicators ......................................
84
Interior Lamps ................................................
84
Ambient Lighting ..........................................
85Rear Floodlamps
...........................................
85
Automatic High Beam Control
What Is Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
..
86
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off ..................................................
86
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators ........................................................................\
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86
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
...
87
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows ............................................
88
Global Opening and Closing ....................
89
Exterior Mirrors ...............................................
89
Interior Mirror ..................................................
90
Sun Visors ........................................................
90
Moonroof ...........................................................
91
Instrument Cluster
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
........................................................................\
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92
Gauges - Vehicles With: 6.5 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
........................................................................\
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93
Warning Lamps and Indicators ...............
95
Audible Warnings and Indicators ............
98
Information Displays
General Information ....................................
99
Personalized Settings ................................
103
Information Messages ...............................
104
Remote Start
What Is Remote Start .................................
118
Remote Start Precautions ........................
118
Remote Start Limitations ..........................
118
Enabling Remote Start ...............................
118
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Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
.......................132
Locating the Cabin Air Filter .....................
132
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter ..................
132
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position .................
133
Head Restraints ............................................
133
Manual Seats ................................................
136
Power Seats ...................................................
137
Rear Seats ......................................................
138
Heated Seats ................................................
139
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System ........................................................................\
140
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work ............................................
140
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions ........................................................................\
140
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations ........................................................................\
140
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System On and Off .................................................
140
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators ........................................................................\
..
141
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings ......................................................
141
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 12V Power Outlet
What Is the Power Outlet .........................
142
Power Outlet Precautions ........................
142
Locating the Power Outlet .......................
142
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 110V Power Outlet
What Is the Power Outlet .........................
143
Power Outlet Precautions - 1.5L EcoBoost™ ................................................
143Power Outlet Precautions - 2.0L
EcoBoost™ ................................................
143
Locating the Power Outlet .......................
143
Power Outlet Indicators ............................
143
Wireless Accessory Charger
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger ........................................................................\
.
144
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions ........................................................................\
.
144
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger ........................................................................\
.
144
Charging a Wireless Device .....................
144
Storage
Cup Holders ...................................................
146
Under Seat Storage ....................................
146
Glasses Holder .............................................
146
Map Pocket ....................................................
146
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information ...................................
148
Ignition Switch ..............................................
148
Keyless Starting ...........................................
148
Starting a Gasoline Engine ......................
149
Engine Block Heater ....................................
151
Unique Driving Characteristics
Auto-Start-Stop ...........................................
153
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions ......................................
155
Fuel Quality ....................................................
155
Fuel Filler Funnel Location .......................
156
Running Out of Fuel ...................................
156
Refueling .........................................................
158
Fuel Consumption ......................................
160
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the
vehicle you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your
vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat. Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
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Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
We respect your privacy and are
committed to protecting it. The
information contained in this publication
was correct at the time of going to print,
but as technology rapidly changes, we
recommend that you visit the regional Ford
website for the latest information.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owner
’s Manual.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet
or exceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents happen sometimes.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts
meet our stringent requirements for fit,
finish, structural integrity, corrosion
protection and dent resistance. During
vehicle development we validate that
these parts deliver the intended level of
protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level
of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford Warranty may not cover damage
caused to your vehicle as a result of failed
non-Ford parts.
For additional information, refer to the
terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is
covered by your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty, see your warranty guide that is
available online. For more information,
refer to our website and download your
copy of the warranty guide.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNING: You risk death or
serious injury to yourself and others if you
do not follow the instruction highlighted
by the warning symbol. Failure to follow
the specific warnings and instructions
could result in personal injury. WARNING: NEVER use a rearward
facing child restraint on a seat protected
by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it,
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD
can occur.
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On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and
reprogramming services. Installing an
aftermarket device that uses the DLC
during normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,
transmission of vehicle data to other
devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of unapproved
aftermarket plug-in devices. The vehicle
Warranty will not cover damage caused
by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks
and Utility Type Vehicles WARNING:
Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read
this Owner ’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle
is not a passenger car. As with other
vehicles of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury or death. Using Your Vehicle With a
Snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for
snowplowing.
Your vehicle does not have a snowplowing
package.
Using Your Vehicle as an
Ambulance
Do not use this vehicle as an
ambulance.
Your vehicle does not have the Ambulance
Preparation Package.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
WARNING:
Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
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communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner
’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that
are unique to your vehicle. This Owner ’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment
listed as standard may be different on units
built for export. Refer to this Owner ’s
Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
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