brakes FORD BRONCO SPORT 2023 Owner's Guide

Driving In Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all fourwheels on the most solid area of the trail.Drive through the terrain without varyingvehicle speed. Apply the accelerator andavoid excessive wheel slip.
When driving at slow speeds in deep sandunder high ambient temperatures, use low(L) mode, or shift to a lower gear whenpossible. Select Low (L) mode or select alower gear to maximize the engine andtransmission cooling capability. SeeTransmission (page 182).
Use the vehicle's momentum to maintainforward motion in sand. Avoid coming toa stop on steep sand slopes as the vehiclemay not be able to continue forward afterit stops.
Driving In Mud
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud.
Even four-wheel drive vehicles can losetraction in slick mud. If your vehicle doesslide, steer in the direction of the slide untilyou regain control of your vehicle.
After driving through mud, clean off residuestuck to rotating driveshafts and tires.Excess mud stuck on tires and rotatingdriveshafts can cause an imbalance thatcould damage drive components.
Note:The vehicle brakes are less effectivewhen wet or muddy.
Driving Over Rocks and Gravel
Gravel is a constantly changing, low-gripsurface. Driving at slow speeds on gravelreduces the risk of losing traction when youstop, accelerate or turn a corner.
When approaching large rocks, positionthe vehicle so that the tires pass over thelargest obstacle.
Note:Never attempt to straddle a rock thatis large enough to strike your axles orundercarriage.
Note:Never attempt to drive over a rockwhich is large enough to contact the doorsills.
If you lose traction on your wheels facinguphill, stop and choose a more suitableroute.
Leave a generous gap between yourvehicle and other vehicles to minimize therisk of damage from flying gravel. Avoiddust clouds as they reduce visibility.
Before navigating on uneven ground,secure anything inside the vehicle. Ifpossible, remove any roof-rack items. Usethe lowest gear possible and approach theobstacle at a slow speed.
If your vehicle begins to slide down a slope,steer downhill and gently apply thethrottle. If you lose traction on your uphillwheels, stop immediately and choose amore suitable route.
Approach logs, rocky steps or ditchesdiagonally. Keep at least three wheels onthe ground at all times.
Climbing A Hill
WARNING: Extreme care shouldbe used when steering the vehicle inreverse down a slope so as not to causethe vehicle to swerve out of control.
Although natural obstacles can make itnecessary to travel diagonally up or downa hill or steep incline, try to drive straightup or straight down.
Note:Avoid turning on steep slopes or hills.A danger lies in losing traction, slippingsideways and possible vehicle roll over.
Whenever driving on a hill, first determinethe route you can use.
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Ease off the accelerator as you reach theother side to diminish the front wave. Applythe accelerator slowly and as necessaryto climb out of the other side.
Muddy waters can reduce the coolingsystem effectiveness by depositing debrisinto the radiator.
Take extra care when crossing any type ofwater. Do not drive into water unlessnecessary. Only drive through designatedand approved areas.
High currents even in shallow water canwash the dirt out from around your tires orpush your vehicle across slippery rocks orsurfaces.
Never attempt to cross flowing water thatis deeper than your vehicle's groundclearance. Even low currents can push yourvehicle's body surface area downstreamand out of control.
Do not cross any body of water that is fastflowing and rising. Wait for the flow rateto reduce.
Determine exit points that are downstreamof your entry point to allow for drifting.
If there are other vehicles ahead, wait untilthey have left the water. Unsettled watercan make a safe passage morechallenging.
Know your vehicle’s abilities and be ableto recover it if something goes wrong.
Keep the doors fully closed during a watercrossing.
Periodically inspect vehicles used totraverse water regularly for signs of wateringestion in all of the vehicle's fluids. If youfind water inside your vehicle fluids, serviceyour vehicle or see an authorized dealer.
After driving through water and as soon asit is safe to do so, check the brakes, horn,lights, and steering wheel to make sureeverything is still in working order.
Avoid Getting High-Centered
Always keep available ground clearancein mind and pick a route that minimizes therisk of catching the underside of the vehicleon an obstacle and getting high-centered.
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WARNING: Do not spin the wheelsat over 34 mph (55 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.
The vehicle has recovery hooks on theframe which you can use to pull out thevehicle from a surface of location whenstuck.
Note:Do not use recovery hooks torecreationally tow your vehicle. See Towingthe Vehicle on Four Wheels (page 258).
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow,you may rock it out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts in a steady pattern. Pressthe accelerator in each gear.
Note: Do not rock your vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature ordamage to the transmission could occur.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle for morethan a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires could occur or theengine may overheat.
If you are unable to free your vehicle, callroadside assistance. See RoadsideAssistance (page 269).
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Trail Control allows you to set a speedbetween 1 mph (1.6 km/h) to 14 mph(23 km/h) in a forward motion and 1 mph(1.6 km/h) to 5 mph (8 km/h) in reverse.The system controls acceleration andbraking in difficult off-road environments,which allows you to focus on steering. SeeWhat Is Trail Control (page 201).
Trail Control Performance:
•Manages wheel slip to maximizetraction.
•Removes the need for you to use bothfeet when driving in off-road situations.
•Provides braking to maximize tractionin descents.
•Gives you confidence in difficultenvironments.
AFTER DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEOFF-ROAD
WARNING: After off-road use,before returning to the road, check thewheels and tires for damage. Off-roaduse may cause damage to your wheelsand tires that can lead to tire failure, lossof vehicle control, serious injury or death.
Driving off-road places more stress on yourvehicle than most on-road driving. Afterdriving off-road, check for damage to thewheels, chassis and underbody.
Inspect the underbody of your vehicle bychecking tires, body structure, steering,suspension, and exhaust system fordamage.
Inspect the tires for any cuts in the treador sidewall area. Also inspect the sidewallfor any bulge indicating damage to the tire.
Make sure the tires are inflated to propertire pressure as indicated on the tireplacard.
Check the radiator for mud and debris andclean as needed.
Check that the air filter is clean and dry.
Remove accumulations of plants or brush.These things could be a fire hazard or hidedamage to the fuel lines, brake hoses andpropeller shafts.
Make sure the grille and radiator are clearof any obstructions that may affectcooling.
After extended operation in mud, sand,water, or similar dirty conditions, inspectthe wipers and washers to make sure theyare working.
Note:Mud caked windows are hard to seethrough and can damage wiper blades ormotor.
Check wipers for debris or anything thatmay scratch the windshield.
If you experience unusual vibration afterdriving in mud, slush or similar conditions,check the wheels for impacted material.Impacted material can cause vibrationswhen driving and wheel imbalance.Remove the material to reduce thevibration.
Note:If you have removed the impactedmaterial from the wheels and your vehiclestill has a vibration check your vehicle fordamage or see an authorized dealer.
Inspect the exhaust system for damage orlooseness.
Make sure that the brakes are in properworking order and free of any mud, stonesand debris, which can become trappedaround the brake rotor, backing plate andcaliper.
Inspect the wheels for dents, cracks, orother damage.
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Do not use supplemental transmissionfluid additives, treatments or cleaningagents. The use of these materials mayaffect transmission operation and resultin damage to internal transmissioncomponents.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING: Do not use any fluidother than the recommended brake fluidas this will reduce brake efficiency. Useof incorrect fluid could result in the lossof vehicle control, serious personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluidfrom a sealed container. Contaminationwith dirt, water, petroleum products orother materials may result in brakesystem damage or failure. Failure toadhere to this warning could result in theloss of vehicle control, serious personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluidto touch your skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your physician.
WARNING: The brake systemcould be affected if the brake fluid levelis below the MIN mark or above the MAXmark on the brake fluid reservoir.
Note:A fluid level between the MAX andMIN lines is within the normal operatingrange and there is no need to add fluid. Afluid level not in the normal operating rangecould compromise the performance of thesystem. Have the system checked as soonas possible by an authorized dealer.
To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoircap must remain in place and fully tight,unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets ourspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 339).
Brake Fluid Service Interval
Brake fluid absorbs water over time whichdegrades the effectiveness of the brakefluid. Change brake fluid at the specifiedintervals to prevent degraded brakingperformance.
For detailed interval information, seeScheduled Maintenance in your Owner'sManual or your local maintenance guide.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electricpower steering (EPS) system. There is nofluid reservoir to check or fill.
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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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180 Degree Camera...................................208
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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive.....................................189
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911 Assist...........................................................58
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A/CSee: Climate Control - Vehicles With: DualAutomatic Temperature Control(DATC)...............................................................128See: Climate Control - Vehicles With:Electronic Automatic Temperature Control(EATC)................................................................133See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: ManualTemperature Control....................................137About This Publication..................................13ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................193ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................193Accessories...................................................408Adaptive Cruise Control.............................212Adaptive Cruise Control –Troubleshooting.............................................221Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators........218Adaptive Cruise ControlLimitations....................................................213Adaptive Cruise ControlPrecautions..................................................212Adaptive Cruise Control –Troubleshooting.........................................221Adaptive Cruise Control – InformationMessages..........................................................221Adjusting the Headlamps........................298Adjusting the Luggage CompartmentDivider...........................................................252Adjusting the Luggage CompartmentLoad Floor....................................................252
Adjusting the Set Speed Tolerance........221Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................79Airbag Disposal...............................................57Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control - Vehicles With: DualAutomatic Temperature Control(DATC)...............................................................128See: Climate Control - Vehicles With:Electronic Automatic Temperature Control(EATC)................................................................133See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: ManualTemperature Control....................................137Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 1.5L EcoBoost™.........348Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 2.0L EcoBoost™........349Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter............289AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm.........................................77Ambient Lighting...........................................89Anti-Theft Alarm.............................................77Appendices...................................................498Apps..................................................................391Audible Warnings and Indicators...........103Audio Control...................................................79Audio System................................................357General Information..........................................357Audio Unit.......................................................357Auto Hold........................................................196Autolamps........................................................86Automatic Crash Shutoff..........................275Automatic Crash ShutoffPrecautions......................................................275Re-Enabling Your Vehicle................................275What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff................275Automatic High Beam Control...................91Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators........................................................92Automatic Transmission............................182Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................294Auto Mode......................................................130Auto Mode Indicators.......................................130Switching Auto Mode On and Off................130Switching Dual Mode On and Off..................131Auto-Start-Stop............................................170Auto-Start-Stop Indicators.......................172
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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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Four-Wheel Drive.........................................189Principle of Operation......................................189Front Exterior...................................................26Front Fog Lamps............................................87Front Passenger Sensing System.............51Front Wiper BladesSee: Changing the Front Wiper Blades.....300Fuel and Refueling........................................173Fuel Consumption........................................178Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................174Fuel Filter........................................................299Fuel Quality.....................................................173Fuel Tank Capacity.....................................348Fuse Precautions..........................................276Fuses.................................................................276Body Control Module Fuse Box.....................281Fuses – Troubleshooting................................284Under Hood Fuse Box......................................276Fuses – Troubleshooting..........................284Fuses – Frequently Asked Questions........284
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G.O.A.T. Mode Control.................................241G.O.A.T. Mode Control –Troubleshooting............................................244G.O.A.T. Modes....................................................242G.O.A.T. Mode Control –Troubleshooting........................................244G.O.A.T. Mode Control – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................245G.O.A.T. Mode Control – InformationMessages.........................................................244G.O.A.T. Mode Control – WarningLamps...............................................................244G.O.A.T. Modes..............................................242Eco...........................................................................242Mud/Ruts..............................................................242Normal...................................................................242Rock Crawl............................................................242Sand........................................................................243Slippery..................................................................243Sport.......................................................................244Garage Door Opener...................................153Garage Door Opener Introduction.........153Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies..................................................153
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 InchInstrument Cluster Display Screen.......97Gauges - Vehicles With: 6.5 InchInstrument Cluster DisplayScreen.............................................................98GearboxSee: Transmission..............................................182General Information on RadioFrequencies..................................................60General Maintenance Information..........411Glasses Holder..............................................164Locating the Glasses Holder..........................164Global Opening and Closing......................94Glove Compartment...................................163Opening the Glove Compartment...............163
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Hazard Flashers............................................270Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps....................298Headlamp Exit Delay....................................86HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................141Head Restraints..............................................141Heated Seats..................................................147HeatingSee: Climate Control - Vehicles With: DualAutomatic Temperature Control(DATC)...............................................................128See: Climate Control - Vehicles With:Electronic Automatic Temperature Control(EATC)................................................................133See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: ManualTemperature Control....................................137Hill Start Assist..............................................195Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................193Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........285Horn....................................................................80How Does 911 Assist Work..........................58How Does Adaptive Cruise Control WithStop and Go Work.....................................212How Does G.O.A.T. Mode ControlWork................................................................241How Does the Memory FunctionWork.................................................................151
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