climate control FORD E-450 2018 Owners Manual

Audible Warnings and Indicators
............55
Information Displays
General Information .....................................
56
Information Messages .................................
61
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control .............................
64
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate ........................................................................\
..
65
Rear Passenger Climate Controls ...........
66
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position ..................
68
Head Restraints .............................................
68
Manual Seats .................................................
69
Power Seats ....................................................
69
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points ..................................
71
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information .....................................
73
Ignition Switch ................................................
73
Starting a Gasoline Engine .........................
73
Engine Block Heater .....................................
75
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions .......................................
76
Fuel Quality - E85 .........................................
76
Fuel Quality - Gasoline ................................
78
Running Out of Fuel .....................................
78
Refueling ...........................................................
79
Fuel Consumption ........................................
80
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law ..................................................
82
Catalytic Converter .......................................
83Transmission
Automatic Transmission
............................
86
Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential .............................
89
Brakes
General Information ....................................
90
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes ........................................................................\
..
90
Parking Brake ...................................................
91
Traction Control
Principle of Operation .................................
92
Using Traction Control ................................
92
Parking Aids
Rear View Camera ........................................
93
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation .................................
95
Using Cruise Control ....................................
95
Driving Aids
Steering ............................................................
96
Load Carrying
Load Limit ........................................................
97
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
102
Trailer Sway Control ...................................
103
Recommended Towing Weights ...........
103
Essential Towing Checks ..........................
107
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
113
Driving Hints
Breaking-In ......................................................
114
Reduced Engine Performance .................
114
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
Air vent.
A
Direction indicators. See
Direction Indicators (page 48).
Wiper lever. See Wipers and
Washers (page 46).
B
Instrument cluster. See
Instrument Cluster
(page 51).
C
Tow haul. See
Automatic
Transmission (page 86).
D
Auxiliary switches. See
Auxiliary Switches (page 266).
E
Audio unit. See
Audio Unit
(page 210).
F
Traction control. See
Using
Traction Control (page 92).
G
Climate control. See
Climate
Control (page 64).
H
Cruise control. See
Cruise
Control (page 95).
I
Ignition. See
Ignition Switch
(page 73).
J Horn.
K
Steering wheel adjustment. See
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
(page
45).
L
Cruise control. See
Cruise
Control (page 95). Voice
control. See Voice Control
(page 45).
M
Lighting control. See
Lighting
Control (page 47).
N
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
Heater Only System (If Equipped)
Fan speed control: Adjusts the
volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
A
Temperature control:
Adjusts
the temperature of the air
circulated in your vehicle.
B
Air distribution control:
Turn
to switch air flow from the
windshield or footwell vents on
or off.
C
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Manual Climate Control (If Equipped)
Fan speed control: Adjusts the
volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
A
Temperature control:
Adjusts
the temperature of the air
circulated in your vehicle.
B
NORM A/C:
Turn to switch the
air conditioning on or off. Use
A/C with recirculated air to
improve cooling performance
and efficiency.
C
OFF:
Turn to switch the system
on and off. When the system is
off, it prevents outside air from
entering the vehicle.
D Air distribution control:
Turn
to switch air flow from the
windshield, instrument panel, or
footwell vents on or off.
E
MAX A/C:
Turn for maximum
cooling. Recirculated air flows
through the instrument panel
vents and air conditioning turns
on.
F
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
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Note:
To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position.
Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.
Note: To improve the time to reach a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.
Quickly Heating the Interior
1. Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the full heat setting.
3. Direct air to the footwell air vents.
Recommended Settings for
Heating
1. Adjust the fan speed to the center setting.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings.
3. Direct air to the footwell air vents.
Quickly Cooling the Interior
1. Turn to MAX A/C. 2. Drive with the windows open until you
feel cold air through the air vents.
Recommended Settings for
Cooling
1. Adjust the fan speed to the center setting.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the cold settings.
3. Direct air to the instrument panel air vents.
Vehicle Stationary for Extended
Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Place your vehicle in park (P) or neutral.
3. Turn to
MAX A/C.
4. Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speed setting.
Defogging the Side Windows in
Cold Weather
1. Direct air to the instrument panel and windshield vents.
2. Turn to
NORM A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.
4. Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct air toward the side windows.
6. Close the instrument panel vents.
REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROLS
(If Equipped)
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Rear fan speed control:
Adjusts the volume of air
circulated to the rear passenger
compartment.
A
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Before starting the engine check the
following:
•
Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P) or neutral (N).
• Turn the ignition key to the on position.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
1. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Turn the key to the off position.
3. Apply the parking brake. Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine. 1. Put the transmission into neutral (N)
and use the brakes to bring your vehicle
to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, shift into park (P) or neutral (N) and switch
the ignition off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods of time, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1 in (3 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock. Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below
0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
• Make sure the system is unplugged and
properly stowed before starting and
driving your vehicle. Make sure the
protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
• Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
Make sure the receptacle terminals are
clean and dry prior to use. Clean them with
a dry cloth if necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It achieves
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation.
Using the heater longer than three hours
does not improve system performance and
unnecessarily uses electricity.
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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. You can flat-tow (all wheels on the
ground, regardless of the powertrain or
transmission configuration) your disabled
vehicle (without access to wheel dollies
or vehicle transport trailer) under the
following conditions:
•
Your vehicle is facing forward so you
tow it in a forward direction.
• You shift into Neutral (N). If you cannot
shift into Neutral (N), you may need to
override the transmission. See
Transmission (page 86).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km). Recreational Towing
Note:
Put your climate control system in
recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 64).
Follow these guidelines if you have a need
for recreational (RV) towing. An example
of recreational towing would be towing
your vehicle behind a motorhome. These
guidelines are to make sure you do not
damage the transmission during towing.
Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels
on the ground, as vehicle or transmission
damage may occur. It is recommended to
tow your vehicle with all four wheels off
the ground, for example when using a
vehicle transport trailer. Otherwise, you
cannot tow your vehicle.
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Protected Components
Fuse Rating
Fuse or Relay
Number
Headlamp high beams.
15A
23
Horn (except stripped chassis).
20A
24
Demand lighting.
10A
25
Cluster (except stripped chassis).
10A
26
Ignition switch feed.
20A
27
Audio mute (start).
5A
28
Cluster (except stripped chassis).
5A
29
Not used (spare).
5A
30
Not used (spare).
10A
31
Restraints module.
10A
32
Trailer brake controller.
10A
33
Not used (spare).
5A
34
Cutaway run/start.
10A
35
Passive anti-theft system radio frequency
module.
5A
36
Climate control.
10A
37
Stripped chassis #1 run/start.
Not used (spare).
20A
38
Radio.
20A
39
Not used (spare).
20A
40
Radio.
15A
41
Switch illumination.
Automatic dimming rear view mirror.
Power inverter.
Auxiliary switch.
10A
42
Stripped chassis instrument panel
connector #1.
10A
43
Trailer tow battery charge relay.
10A
44
Wipers.
5A
45
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