manual radio set FORD E-450 2011 User Guide

Resuming a set speed
Press and release RES. This will automatically return the vehicle to the
previously set speed.
Increasing speed while using speed control
To increase the set speed:
•Press and hold SET/ACCEL until you get to the desired speed, then
release. You can also use SET/ACCEL to operate the tap-up function.
Press and release SET/ACCEL to increase the vehicle set speed in
1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments.
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
vehicle reaches that speed, press and release SET/ACCEL.
Reducing speed while using speed control
To reduce the set speed:
•Press and hold COAST until you get to the desired speed, then
release. You can also use COAST to operate the tap-down function.
Press and release COAST to decrease the vehicle set speed in 1 mph
(1.6 km/h) increments.
•Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, then
press and release SET/ACCEL.
Turning off speed control
To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition.
Note:When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
SYNCsystem hands free
control feature (if equipped)
Press
briefly to use the voice
command feature. You will hear a
tone and LISTENING will appear in
the radio display. Press and
hold
to exit voice command.
Press
to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and
hold
to end a call or exit phone mode.
For further information on the SYNCsystem, refer to theSYNC
supplement.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic
transmission
Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing
fuel usage during coasting or deceleration. When you take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down the torque
converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to the
engine while decelerating. This fuel economy benefit may be perceived
as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from
the accelerator pedal.
This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy.
Adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmission
operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been
disconnected for any type of service or repair, the transmission will need
to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset
your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected.
The adaptive transmission shift strategy allows the transmission to
relearn these operating parameters. This learning process could take
several transmission upshifts and downshifts; during this learning
process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. After this learning process,
normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume.
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
1. Start the engine
2. Press the brake pedal
3. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
1. Come to a complete stop
2. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
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2 (Second)
This position allows for second gear only.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use to start-up on slippery roads.
•To return to
(Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the
(Overdrive) position.
•Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to
downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)
when vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in
(Overdrive) or Drive.
•Press the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatic
transmission (if equipped - 5.4L and 6.8L gasoline engines only)
Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing
fuel usage during coasting or deceleration. When you take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down, the torque
converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to the
engine while decelerating. This fuel economy benefit may be perceived
as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from
the accelerator pedal.
This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy.
Adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmission
operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been
disconnected for any type of service or repair, the transmission will need
to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset
your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected.
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If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water.
For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300- ROB75240E available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentration. The level of coolant should
be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE
in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the
instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Improved freeze protection.
•Improved boiling protection.
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Proper function of calibrated gauges.
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Maintenance and Specifications
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replacing the batteries .............80
Reverse sensing system ...........209
Roadside assistance ..................215
Roll stability control .................194
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................94–95, 97, 99
Safety defects, reporting ..249–250
Safety restraints ..............94–97, 99
Belt-Minder...........................100
extension assembly ................103
for adults .............................95, 97
for children .............................114
warning light and chime ........100
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................122
Safety seats for children ..........118
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................304
Satellite Radio Information ........44
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............318
Seats ............................................86
child safety seats ....................118
cleaning ...................................256
front seats .................................87
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................83
Servicing your vehicle ..............259
Setting the clock ...................30, 32
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............108
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........229Spark plugs,
specifications .....................298, 303
Special notice ................................7
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................299
Speed control ..............................69
Stability system .........................194
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......188
Starting your vehicle ........186–188
jump starting ..........................236
Steering wheel
controls ......................................70
tilting .........................................64
SYNC..........................................47
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Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........48, 50
Tilt steering wheel ......................64
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....156
Tires ...........................138–139, 226
alignment ................................148
care ..........................................144
changing ..................226, 229–231
checking the pressure ............143
inflating ...................................140
label .........................................155
replacing ..........................146, 231
rotating ....................................148
safety practices .......................147
sidewall information ...............150
snow tires and chains ............163
spare tire .........................227, 229
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