brake FORD E SERIES 2013 4.G User Guide

Stability Control System
Displays when the AdvanceTrac/Traction control is active. If
the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately.
Stability Control System Off
It will illuminate when AdvanceTrac/Traction control has been
disabled by the driver.
Transmission Tow/Haul
It will illuminate when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated.
Refer to theTransmissionchapter for transmission function
and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system
serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory
position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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System Check and Vehicle Feature Customization
Note:When returning to the setup menu and a non-English language
has been selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to
change back to English. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to
change back to English.
Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into the setup menu
sequence for the following displays:
SETUP
OIL LIFE
UNITS ENG /
METRICpress and hold
the
SELECT/RESET
stemEnglish or Metric
AUTOLOCK
(if equipped)On or Off
AUTOUNLOCK
(if equipped)On or Off
REAR PARK AID
(if equipped)On or Off
COMPASS (if equipped)
TBC MODE
(if equipped)press and hold
the
SELECT/RESET
stemElectric or EOH
LANGUAGE =
ENGLISH /
SPANISH /
FRENCHEnglish / Spanish / French
RESET FOR
SYSTEM CHECKpress and hold
the
SELECT/RESET
stemXXX% OIL LIFE
ENGINE HOURS (if enabled)
ENGINE IDLE HOURS
(if enabled)
CHARGING SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM
TBC GAIN = XX.X or NO
TRAILER (if equipped)
TBC GAIN = XX.X or OUTPUT =
////// (if equipped)
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3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two
seconds until the message center enters the compass zone adjustment
mode.
4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until the message center
displays CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE.
5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph (5 km/h ) until the
CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE message changes to CALIBRATION
COMPLETED. This may require up to five circles to complete the
calibration.
•TBC MODE (if equipped): Allows you to choose the trailer brake
mode.
•LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH: Allows you to choose
which language the message center will display in.
Waiting four seconds or pressing the SELECT/RESET stem cycles the
message center through each of the language choices.
Press the SELECT/RESET stem to set the language choice when the
language you want appears.
•HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK: The message center will begin
to cycle through the vehicle systems and provide a status of the item
if needed. Some systems show a message only if a condition is
present.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Press the SELECT/RESET stem to acknowledge and remove some
messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed
automatically after a short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.
AdvanceTrac/
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
SERVICE
ADVANCETRACDisplayed when the AdvanceTracsystem has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
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Brake System
MessagesAction / Description
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOWIndicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immediately.
Refer toBrake fluidin theMaintenance
chapter.
CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEMDisplayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE
ENGAGEDDisplayed when the parking brake is set and
the vehicle is in motion.
Fuel Messages Action / Description
XXX MILES TO E
FUEL LEVEL LOWDisplayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
Maintenance
MessagesAction / Description
ENGINE OIL
CHANGE SOONDisplayed when the engine oil life remaining is
between 5% and 0%.
OIL CHANGE
REQUIREDDisplayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.
OIL LIFE OK displays after you have changed
the oil.
Park Aid Messages Action / Description
CHECK REAR PARK
AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.
Tire Messages Action / Description
LOW TIRE
PRESSUREDisplays when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure.
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITOR FAULTDisplays when the tire pressure monitoring
system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays
on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer.
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Tire Messages Action / Description
TIRE PRESSURE
SENSOR FAULTDisplayed when a tire pressure sensor is
malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use.
For more information on how the system
operates under these conditions. If the
warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Trailer Messages Action / Description
TRAILER BRAKE
MODULE FAULTDisplayed and accompanied by a single chime,
in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer
toTrailer towingin theTowingchapter for
more information.
TRAILER
CONNECTEDDisplayed when a correct trailer connection (a
trailer with electric trailer brakes) is sensed
during a given ignition cycle.
TRAILER
DISCONNECTEDDisplayed when a trailer connection becomes
disconnected, either intentionally or
unintentionally, and has been sensed during a
given ignition cycle. Disregard this status if
your vehicle is not equipped with a factory
installed trailer brake controller. This message
may appear when an aftermarket TBC is used
even when the trailer is connected.
WIRING FAULT ON
TRAILERDisplayed if there are certain faults in the
vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system.
Refer toTrailer towingin theTowing
chapter for more information.
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Cooling the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting initially, then
adjust to the desired comfort level.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the lowest temperature
setting.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the MAX A/C position.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the
cold settings.
3 Adjust the air distribution control to the NORM A/C position.
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
1 Apply the parking brake.
2 Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
3 Select the MAX A/C position.
4 Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speed setting.
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
1 Adjust the air distribution control to the NORM A/C position.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.
3 Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting.
4 Direct the instrument panel side air vents toward the side
windows.
5 Close the instrument panel vents.
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument
Panel and Footwell Positions
1 Adjust the temperature control to the lowest setting.
2 Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting initially and then
adjust it to suit the desired comfort level.
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IGNITION SWITCH
Note:To switch the engine off when your vehicle is moving, move the
transmission selector lever to positionN.Use the brakes to bring your
vehicle to a safe stop. After your vehicle has stopped, switch the engine
off and move the transmission selector lever to positionP.Turn the key
to the accessory or off position.
Note:Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off
and you have left the vehicle. This could cause a drain on the battery.
A.Accessory:Allows the electrical accessories, such as the radio, to
operate while the engine is not running.
B.Lock:Locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key
removal.
C.Off:Shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the
steering wheel.
D.On:All the electrical circuits are operational. Warning lights are
illuminated. This is the key position when driving.
E.Start:Cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start your engine, the idle speed increases to warm the engine
up. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting your vehicle, 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.
•Move the transmission selector lever to positionP.
•Switch the ignition on.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
D
E
C
B
A
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2. Move the transmission selector lever to positionPorN.
3. Start the engine. The engine may continue cranking for up to
15 seconds or until it starts.
Note:If you cannot start your engine on the first try, wait for a short
period of time and try again.
If you have difficulty starting the engine when the temperature is below
-13°F (-25°C), press the accelerator pedal slightly and try again.
If you cannot start your engine after three attempts, wait 10 seconds,
then follow this procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Move the transmission selector lever to positionPorN.
4. Start the engine.
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
Note:Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as
starter damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off
and wait 30 seconds before trying again.
Note:Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system.
Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and
possible personal injury.
Note:You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the
engine is cold when operating on E85 ethanol.
The starting characteristics of all grades of E85 ethanol make it
unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors
should supply winter grade ethanol (same as with unleaded gasoline). If
summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, 0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle
or hesitation until the engine has warmed up.
If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E85 ethanol,
and neither an alternative brand of E85 ethanol nor an engine block
heater is available, adding unleaded gasoline to your tank improves cold
starting performance. Your vehicle is designed to operate on E85 ethanol
alone, unleaded gasoline alone, or any mixture of the two.
SeeChoosing the right fuelin theFuels and Refuelingchapter for
more information on ethanol.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 4–Speed Automatic
Transmission
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the lock
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
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.
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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R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
D (Drive with Overdrive)
The normal driving position for the
best fuel economy. Transmission
operates in gears one through four.
Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the end of the gearshift
lever.
The O/D OFF lamp will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
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