cooling FORD BRONCO SPORT 2023 Owner's Manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk ofpersonal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolantpressure relief cap. The cooling systemis under pressure. Steam and hot liquidcan come out forcefully when you loosenthe cap slightly.
When the engine is cold, check theconcentration and level of the coolant atthe intervals listed in the scheduledmaintenance information. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 411).
Note:Make sure that the coolant level isbetween the MIN and the MAX marks onthe coolant reservoir.
Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. Thelevel may extend beyond the MAX mark.
Maintain coolant concentration within48% to 50%, which equates to a freezepoint between -29°F (-34°C) and -35°F(-37°C). Check coolant concentrationusing a refractometer. We do notrecommend the use of hydrometers orcoolant test strips for measuring coolantconcentration.
Adding Coolant
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not add coolantwhen the vehicle is on or the coolingsystem is hot. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not put coolant inthe windshield washer reservoir. Ifsprayed on the windshield, coolant couldmake it difficult to see through thewindshield.
WARNING: Do not add coolantfurther than the MAX mark.
Note: Automotive fluids are notinterchangeable. Take care not to putengine coolant in the windshield washerfluid reservoir or windshield washer fluid inthe engine coolant reservoir.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, coolingsystem sealants, or non-specified additivesas they can cause damage to the enginecooling or heating systems. Resultingcomponent damage may not be covered bythe vehicle Warranty.
It is very important to use predilutedcoolant approved to the correctspecification in order to avoid plugging thesmall passageways in the engine coolingsystem. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 339). Do not mixdifferent colors or types of coolant in yourvehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or usingan incorrect coolant could harm the engineor cooling system components and maynot be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Note:If prediluted coolant is not available,use the approved concentrated coolantdiluting it to 50/50 with deionized ordistilled water. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 339). Using water thathas not been deionized could contribute todeposit formation, corrosion and pluggingof the small cooling system passageways.
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes andmodels may not be approved to ourspecifications and could cause damage tothe cooling system. Resulting componentdamage may not be covered by the vehicleWarranty.
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If the coolant level is at or below theminimum mark, add prediluted coolantimmediately.
To top up the coolant level do thefollowing:
1.Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressureescapes as you unscrew the cap.
2.Add prediluted coolant approved tothe correct specification. SeeCapacities and Specifications (page339).
3.Add enough prediluted coolant toreach the correct level.
4.Replace the coolant reservoir cap. Turnthe cap clockwise until it contacts thehard stop.
5.Check the coolant level in the coolantreservoir the next few times you driveyour vehicle. If necessary, add enoughprediluted engine coolant to bring thecoolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than 1.1 qt (1 L) ofengine coolant per month, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Operating an engine with a low level ofcoolant can result in engine overheatingand possible engine damage.
In case of emergency, you can add a largeamount of water without engine coolantin order to reach a vehicle service location.In this instance, qualified personnel:
1.Must drain the cooling system.
2.Chemically clean the coolant system.
3.Refill with engine coolant as soon aspossible.
Water alone, without engine coolant, cancause engine damage from corrosion,overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolantsubstitute:
•Alcohol.
•Methanol.
•Brine.
•Any coolant mixed with alcohol ormethanol antifreeze.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause enginedamage from overheating or freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives tothe coolant. These can be harmful andcompromise the corrosion protection ofthe coolant.
Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycledcoolant as an approved recycling processis not yet available.
Dispose of used engine coolant in anappropriate manner. Follow yourcommunity's regulations and standardsfor recycling and disposing of automotivefluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•It may be necessary to increase thecoolant concentration above 50%.
•A coolant concentration of 60%provides improved freeze pointprotection. Coolant concentrationsabove 60% decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of thecoolant and could cause enginedamage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•You can decrease the coolantconcentration to 40%.
•Coolant concentrations below 40%decrease the freeze and corrosionprotection characteristics of thecoolant and could cause enginedamage.
Use prediluted coolant in vehicles drivenyear-round in non-extreme climates foroptimum cooling system and engineprotection.
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Coolant Change
Change the coolant at specific mileageintervals, as listed in the scheduledmaintenance information. Add predilutedcoolant approved to the correctspecification. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 339).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarilydrive your vehicle before any incrementalcomponent damage occurs. The fail-safedistance depends on ambienttemperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat,the coolant temperature gaugemoves toward the red zone.
A warning lamp illuminates, anda message may appear in theinformation display.
If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engineautomatically switches to alternatingcylinder operation. Each disabled cylinderacts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle stilloperates, however:
•Engine power is limited.
•The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the enginetemperature, causing the engine tocompletely shut down. Your steering andbraking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, youcan re-start the engine. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is foruse during emergencies only. Operateyour vehicle in fail-safe mode only aslong as necessary to bring your vehicleto rest in a safe location and seekimmediate repairs. When in fail-safemode, your vehicle will have limitedpower, will not be able to maintainhigh-speed operation, and maycompletely shut down without warning,potentially losing engine power, powersteering assist, and power brake assist,which may increase the possibility of acrash resulting in serious injury.
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine powerwhen in the fail-safe mode, drive yourvehicle with caution. Your vehicle does notmaintain high-speed operation and theengine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable ofautomatically shutting down to preventengine damage. In this situation:
1.Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and switch the engine off.
2.If you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, we recommendthat you contact your roadsideassistance service provider.
3.If this is not possible, wait a shortperiod for the engine to cool.
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Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fastidle with the climate controls set todefrost until the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if you disconnect the batterycables.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out ofstorage, do the following:
•Wash your vehicle to remove any dirtor grease film build-up on windowsurfaces.
•Check windshield wipers for anydeterioration.
•Check under the hood for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage such as mice or squirrelnests.
•Check the exhaust for any foreignmaterial that may have collectedduring storage.
•Check tire pressures and set tireinflation per the Tire Label.
•Check brake pedal operation. Driveyour vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back andforth to remove rust build-up.
•Check fluid levels (including coolant,oil and gas) to make sure there are noleaks, and fluids are at recommendedlevels.
•If you remove the battery, clean thebattery cable ends and check fordamage.
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Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C963-A1Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30 - Synthetic Blend
Note:If you use your vehicle regularly abovethe altitude of 7,500 ft (2,286 m) and underthe temperature of -4.0°F (-20°C), it isrecommended to use the alternative engineoil.
COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION - 1.5L
ECOBOOST™
Use coolant that meets the definedspecification.
If you do not use coolant that meets thedefined specification, it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
7.7 qt (7.3 L)All.
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Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M97B57-A2Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant(U.S.)Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jauneMotorcraft®(Canada)VC-13DL-G(U.S.)CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION - 2.0L
ECOBOOST™
Use coolant that meets the definedspecification.
If you do not use coolant that meets thedefined specification, it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
8.6 qt (8.1 L)All.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M97B57-A2Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant(U.S.)Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jauneMotorcraft®(Canada)VC-13DL-G(U.S.)CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
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Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires, including spare, for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary, or if indicated by the information display.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
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Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................170Autowipers.......................................................82
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................296Blind Spot Information System..............229BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..........229Body Control Module Fuse Box...............281Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................281Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box...........................................282Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................281Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........285Booster Seats..................................................35Brake Fluid Check........................................295Brake Fluid Specification..........................350Brakes...............................................................193General Information..........................................193Breaking-In.....................................................267Bulb Specification Chart............................341
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Canceling the Set Speed..........................202Capacities and Specifications................339Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................304Catalytic Converter......................................179Changing a Bulb...........................................301Changing a Road Wheel............................332Changing the 12V Battery.........................296Changing the Engine Air Filter................289Changing the Front Wiper Blades........300Changing the Rear Wiper Blades..........300Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password...................................355Charging a Device.........................................157Charging a Wireless Device......................162Checking MyKey System Status..............68Checking the Wiper Blades.....................300Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance..................................................47
Child Restraint Positioning..........................37Child Safety......................................................28General Information............................................28Child Safety Locks.........................................39Cleaning Products.......................................303Cleaning the Engine...................................305Cleaning the Exterior.................................304Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................307Cleaning the Interior...................................306Cleaning the Wheels..................................308Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................306Clearing All MyKeys.......................................67Climate Control.............................................128Auto Mode............................................................130Climate Control Hints...................................131Closing the Liftgate........................................75Closing the Liftgate From Outside YourVehicle..................................................................75Connected Vehicle......................................352Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................353Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network- Vehicles With: Modem.............................352Connected Vehicle Data..............................20Connected Vehicle Limitations..............352Connected Vehicle Requirements.........352Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting........................................353Connected Vehicle – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................353Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork - Vehicles With:Modem..........................................................352Connecting FordPass to the Modem.........352Enabling and Disabling the Modem...........352What Is the Modem..........................................352Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork - Vehicles With: SYNC3.......................................................................352Contacting Us....................................................11Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check...........................290Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 1.5L EcoBoost™.........346Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 2.0L EcoBoost™.........347
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Sun Visors.........................................................95Supplementary Restraints System.........49Principle of Operation........................................49Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Onand Off...........................................................215Switching Air Conditioning On andOff...................................................................128Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off......................................................91Switching Auto-Start-Stop On andOff....................................................................170Switching Climate Control On andOff...................................................................128Switching Cruise Control On andOff...................................................................210Switching From Adaptive Cruise Controlto Cruise Control........................................219Switching Intelligent Mode On andOff....................................................................221Switching Lane Centering On andOff...................................................................219Switching Maximum Cooling On andOff...................................................................128Switching Maximum Defrost On andOff...................................................................128Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off...................................................149Switching Recirculated Air On andOff...................................................................128Switching the Heated Mirrors On andOff...................................................................129Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off...........................................................129Switching the Heated Steering WheelOn and Off......................................................81Switching the Heated Wiper Park On andOff...................................................................129Switching Trail Control On and Off.......201Symbols Glossary...........................................15Symbols Used on Your Vehicle..................15SYNC™ 3........................................................365General Information.........................................365SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................395
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............339
The Better Business Bureau Auto LineProgram.......................................................420The Mediation and ArbitrationProgram.........................................................421Third Party Software CopyrightAcknowledgment.....................................424Tire Care...........................................................313Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........327TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................311Towing a Trailer............................................254Towing Points - 1.5L EcoBoost™............272Towing Points - 2.0L EcoBoost™..........273Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels..........................................................258Towing.............................................................254Traction Control............................................198Principle of Operation......................................198Trail Control Indicators..............................202Trail Control....................................................201Trail Control – Troubleshooting...................202Trail Control – Troubleshooting.............202Trail Control – InformationMessages.........................................................202Trailer Sway Control...................................255Transmission..................................................182Transporting the Vehicle...........................272
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Under Hood Fuse Box................................276Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box.........276Identifying the Fuses in the Under HoodFuse Box............................................................277Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box............276Under Hood Overview - 1.5LEcoBoost™.................................................286Under Hood Overview - 2.0LEcoBoost™.................................................287Under Seat Storage.....................................163Locating the Under Seat StorageCompartment.................................................163USB Ports.........................................................157Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................189Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................68Using Snow Chains.....................................326Using Stability Control..............................200
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