towing FORD ECOSPORT 2019 Owner's Manual

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need to
perform additional maintenance asindicated. If you operate your vehicleoccasionally under any of these conditions,it is not necessary to perform theadditional maintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change manual transmission fluid.Every 60000 miles (96000km)Replace spark plugs.
Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60000 miles (96000km)
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5000 miles (8000km)
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Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37Children and Airbags..........................................38Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................37Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........42Driving Aids.....................................................162Driving Hints....................................................181Driving Through Water.................................181DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................76
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Economical Driving.......................................181Emission Law.................................................138Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..........139Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem...............................................................138End User License Agreement.................403VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ................................403Engine Block Heater.....................................127Using the Engine Block Heater......................128Engine Coolant Check................................210Adding Coolant...................................................210Coolant Change...................................................212Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement...................................................213Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................212Recycled Coolant................................................212Severe Climates...................................................212Engine Cooling Fan......................................210Engine Emission Control............................138Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................62Engine Oil Check.........................................208Adding Engine Oil..............................................209Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™................................................208Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L.........................208Engine Specifications - 1.0LEcoBoost™...................................................271Engine Specifications - 2.0L....................270Entertainment...............................................325AM/FM Radio.......................................................327Apps........................................................................335Bluetooth Stereo or USB.................................333
HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)........................................................330SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).........................................................327Sources..................................................................326Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information.................................335USB Port................................................................335Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks...........................176Before Towing a Trailer......................................177Hitches....................................................................176Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC).........................................178Safety Chains.......................................................176Trailer Brakes.........................................................177Trailer Lamps.........................................................177Trailer Towing Connector.................................176When Towing a Trailer.......................................177Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options.................................14Exterior Mirrors...............................................80Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................80Power Exterior Mirrors........................................80
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FanSee: Engine Cooling Fan..................................210Fastening the Seatbelts..............................29Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................30Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy...............30Using the Sliding Clip..........................................29Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................243Floor Mats........................................................182Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................76Ford Credit..........................................................11US Only......................................................................11Ford Protect...................................................383Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)..........................................384Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)..................................................................383Four-Wheel Drive.........................................146Front Fog Lamps............................................76
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Parking Aids....................................................155Principle of Operation.......................................155Parking Brake.................................................152All Vehicles............................................................152Vehicles With AutomaticTransmission...................................................152Vehicles With Manual Transmission...........152Passive Anti-Theft System.........................62Principle of Operation........................................62SecuriLock®...........................................................62PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................62Perchlorate.........................................................11Personal Safety System™..........................35How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?..................................................................35Phone...............................................................335During a Phone Call..........................................339Making Calls........................................................338Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................336Phone Menu........................................................336Receiving Calls....................................................339Smartphone Connectivity.............................340Text Messaging..................................................340Post-Crash Alert System...........................188Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................55Power Seats.....................................................113Adjust Four Way Position..................................115Adjust the Lumbar Support.............................114Adjust the Seat Back Recliner........................115Power Windows..............................................79Accessory Delay...................................................80Bounce-Back.........................................................79One-Touch Down.................................................79One-Touch Up.......................................................79Window Lock.........................................................80Programming a MyKey.................................53Optional Settings.................................................53Protecting the Environment........................15Push Button Ignition Switch.....................124Failure to Start.....................................................124Starting the Engine............................................124Stopping the Engine When the Vehicle isMoving................................................................125
Stopping the Engine with the VehicleStationary.........................................................125Switching the Ignition On (AccessoryMode).................................................................124
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Rear Parking Aid............................................155Rear Seats........................................................116Flip and Fold Seat...............................................116Folding the Seatback Down.............................117Lifting the Seat Cushion....................................116Rear Under Floor Storage..........................167Adjustable Load Floor.......................................167Rear View Camera.......................................156Enhanced Park Aids...........................................159Using the Rear View Camera System..........157Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................156Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........72Rear Window Washer..........................................72Rear Window Wiper.............................................72Recommended Towing Weights.............175Refueling..........................................................134Refueling System Overview............................134Refueling System Warning.............................136Refueling Your Vehicle......................................134Remote Control..............................................46Remote Control With a Folding KeyBlade....................................................................46Replacing the Battery.........................................47Removing a Headlamp..............................220Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............237Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................12Collision Repairs....................................................12Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs..................................................................12Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................50Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................194Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)..............................................................194Roadside Assistance...................................183Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance........................................................184
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SYNC Mobile Apps............................................298SYNC™............................................................292General Information.........................................292SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................301
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Tailgate..............................................................60Closing the Tailgate..............................................61Opening the Tailgate..........................................60Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............270The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................191Tire Care..........................................................249Glossary of Tire Terminology..........................251Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading.............................................................249Information Contained on the TireSidewall............................................................252Temperature A B C............................................250Traction AA A B C..............................................250Treadwear............................................................250Tire Inflation When PuncturedSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................243Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........265Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.......................................266Understanding Your Tire PressureMonitoring System .......................................267Tire Repair KitSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................243Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................243First stage: reinflating the tire with sealingcompound and air........................................245General Information.........................................243Second stage: checking tire pressure........248Tips for use of the kit........................................244What to do after the tire has beensealed................................................................249What to do when a tire is punctured..........244TiresSee: Wheels and Tires......................................241Towing a Trailer..............................................174Load Placement..................................................174Towing Points.................................................178Front Towing Point.............................................178Rear Towing Point...............................................179
Towing the Vehicle on FourWheels..........................................................180Emergency Towing............................................180Recreational Towing.........................................180Towing...............................................................174Traction Control............................................150Principle of Operation......................................150Trailer Sway Control.....................................174Transmission Code Designation.............277Transmission Specifications - 1.0LEcoBoost™..................................................273Transmission Specifications - 2.0L.......272Transmission..................................................142Transporting the Vehicle............................179Trip Computer..................................................91All Values..................................................................91Average Fuel Consumption...............................91Distance to Empty................................................91Instantaneous Fuel..............................................91Outside Air Temperature....................................91Resetting the Trip Computer............................91Trip Odometer........................................................91Trip Timer.................................................................91Type Approvals............................................429Radio Frequency Certification for Keys andRemote Controls..........................................439Radio Frequency Certifications for BlindSpot Information System..........................437Radio Frequency Certifications for BodyControl Module..............................................439Radio Frequency Certifications for CruiseControl Module..............................................439Radio Frequency Certifications for MidRange Radar....................................................431Radio Frequency Certifications for PassiveAnti-Theft System........................................432Radio Frequency Certifications for RadioTransceiver Module......................................435Radio Frequency Certifications for SYNC3..........................................................................439Radio Frequency Certifications for TirePressure Monitoring Sensor(s)...............429Radio Frequency Certifications for WirelessCharging...........................................................438Radio Frequency Statement for AudioUnit....................................................................439
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Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator..............................................................87Stability Control and Traction Control OffWarning Lamp..................................................87Washer Fluid Check.....................................215WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................233Waxing.............................................................234Wheels and Tires..........................................241General Information..........................................241Windows and Mirrors....................................79Windshield Washers.......................................71Heated Washer Jets..............................................71Settings.....................................................................71Windshield Wipers........................................69Intermittent Wipe................................................69Speed Dependent Wipers................................69Wiper BladesSee: Checking the Wiper Blades...................217Wipers and Washers.....................................69Wrecker TowingSee: Transporting the Vehicle........................179
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