towing FORD EDGE 2015 2.G Owners Manual

Overhead Console.......................................149
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information....................................150
Ignition Switch
...............................................150
Keyless Starting -
Vehicles With: Push
Button Start...............................................150
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................151
Engine Block Heater....................................154
Unique Driving Character- istics
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................156
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions......................................158
Fuel Quality
....................................................159
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................159
Running Out of Fuel....................................159
Refueling.........................................................160
Fuel Consumption
........................................162
Emission Control System..........................163
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
...........................166
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive.................................170
Brakes
General Information
.....................................175
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................175
Electric Parking Brake
.................................176
Hill Start Assist..............................................178
Traction Control
Principle of Operation
................................180
Using Traction Control...............................180 Stability Control
Principle of Operation..................................181
Using Stability Control................................182
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................183
Rear Parking Aid............................................183
Front Parking Aid
..........................................184
Side Sensing System..................................185
Active Park Assist.........................................187
Rear View Camera.......................................193
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation................................196
Using Cruise Control
...................................196
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................197
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................203
Lane Keeping System................................204
Blind Spot Information System.............208
Steering.............................................................212
Collision Warning System..........................212
Front View Camera......................................214
Drive Control
...................................................215
Load Carrying
Rear Under Floor Storage
...........................217
Cargo Nets
.......................................................217
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................217
Load Limit........................................................218
Towing
Towing a Trailer
............................................226
Trailer Sway Control
....................................227
Recommended Towing Weights............227
Essential Towing Checks..........................229
Transporting the Vehicle............................231
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Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels -
6-Speed Automatic Transmission -
6F35...............................................................231
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission -
6F50/6F55.................................................232
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................234
Economical Driving.....................................234
Cold Weather Precautions.......................234
Driving Through Water...............................234
Floor Mats
.......................................................235
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................237
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................238
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................238
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................239
Post-Crash Alert System
...........................241
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............242
In California (U.S. Only)
.............................243
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................244
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).......................244
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada........................................................245
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature....................................................246
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)............................................................246
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................247
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................248
Changing a Fuse...........................................257 Maintenance
General Information
...................................258
Opening and Closing the Hood..............258
Under Hood Overview -
2.0L
EcoBoost™................................................259
Under Hood Overview -
2.7L
EcoBoost™...............................................260
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L....................261
Engine Oil Dipstick -
2.0L
EcoBoost™................................................262
Engine Oil Dipstick -
2.7L EcoBoost™/
3.5L...............................................................262
Engine Oil Check..........................................262
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................263
Engine Coolant Check
...............................263
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.0L EcoBoost™
......................................266
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.7L EcoBoost™/3.5L............................267
Brake Fluid Check........................................268
Power Steering Fluid Check
....................269
Washer Fluid Check....................................269
Fuel Filter
........................................................269
Changing the 12V Battery
.........................269
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................271
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................271
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................272
Removing a Headlamp..............................274
Changing a Bulb...........................................274
Bulb Specification Chart...........................276
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................278
Vehicle Care
General Information
...................................279
Cleaning Products
.......................................279
Cleaning the Exterior..................................279
Waxing............................................................280
Cleaning the Engine...................................280
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................281
Cleaning the Interior....................................281
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Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 100).
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Shows the temperature of the engine
coolant. At normal operating temperature,
the needle remains in the center section.
If the needle enters the red section, the
engine is overheating. Stop the engine,
switch the ignition off and determine the
cause once the engine has cooled down.
Note: Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been resolved. WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
Fuel Gauge
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge
indicates approximately how much fuel is
left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to
the fuel pump symbol indicates on which
side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is
located.
The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needle
position is normal:
•
It may take a short time for the needle
to reach F after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of pavement at the gas station.
• The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the
gauge indicated. This is normal and
depends upon the slope of pavement
at the gas station.
• If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at 1/16th.
Variations: Distance-to-empty
Fuel gauge position
Driving type (fuel economy
conditions)
35 miles to 80 miles (56 kmto 129 km)
1/16th
Highway driving
35 miles (56km)
1/16th
Severe duty driving (trailer
towing, extended idle)
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Driver Assist
Rear Park Aid - check enabled or uncheck disabled Tire Pressure
Tire Monitor
Trailer Sway - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Tire Pressure Displays your current vehicle tire pressures.
Settings
Auto Engine Off - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Vehicle
Normal or Towing
DTE
Calcula-
tion
Easy Entry/Exit - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Off or XX Seconds
Autolamp delay
Lighting
Autounlock - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Locks
Relock - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Mislock - check enabled or uncheck disabled All Doors or Driver's Door
Remote Unlock
Switches inhibit - check enabled or uncheck disabled
oil Life XXX% - Hold OK to Reset
Oil Life
Rest
Auto or Last Settings
Climate Control
Remote
Start
Automatic or Off
Driver Seat or Seats
and Wheel
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Settings
Auto Engine Off - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Vehicle
Normal or Towing
DTE
Calcula-
tion
Easy Entry/Exit - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Adaptive Headlamps - check enabled or
uncheck disabled
Adaptive Headlamps
Lighting
Right or Left
Hand Traffic
Traffic Set Up
Auto Highbeam - check enabled or uncheck disabled Off or XX Seconds
Autolamp Delay
Daytime Lights - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Autounlock - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Locks
Relock - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Mislock - check enabled or uncheck disabled All Doors or Driver First
Remote Unlock
Switch Inhibit - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Autofold - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Mirrors
XXX% - Hold OK to Reset
Oil Life
Rest
Park Lock Control - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Enable or Disable Switch
Power
Liftgate
Auto or Last setting
Climate Control
Remote
Start
Auto or Off
Seats or Seats and
Wheel
5, 10 or 15 minutes
Duration
System - check enabled or uncheck disabled
Seatbelts
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Towing
Action
Message
Your trailer sway control has detected trailer sway so youneed to reduce your speed.
Trailer Sway Reduce
Speed
Traction Control Action
Message
The status of the traction control system. See Using Traction
Control (page 180).
Traction Control Off
The status of the traction control system. See
Using Traction
Control (page 180).
Traction Control On
Transmission Action
Message
See an authorized dealer.
Transmission Malfunc-
tion Service Now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a
safe place as soon as possible.
Transmission Overtem-
perature Stop Safely
The transmission has overheated and needs to cool. Stop in
a safe place as soon as possible.
Transmission Over-
heating Stop Safely
See an authorized dealer.
Transmission Service
Required
The transmission is getting hot. Stop to let it cool.
Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
The transmission has overheated and has limited functionality.
See
Automatic Transmission (page 166).
Transmission Limited
Function See Manual
The transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before
you drive.
Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
A reminder to shift into park.
Transmission Not in Park
A request for you to apply the brake as needed by the trans-
mission.
Press Brake Pedal
The transmission has adjusted the shift strategy.
Transmission Adjusted
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Note:
When towing, the camera only sees
what you are towing. This might not provide
adequate coverage as it usually provides in
normal operation and some objects might
not be seen. In some vehicles, the guidelines
may disappear when you connect the trailer
tow connector.
The camera may not operate correctly
under the following conditions:
• Nighttime or dark areas if one or both
reverse lamps are not operating.
• Mud, water or debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean the lens with a
soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner.
• The rear of your vehicle is hit or
damaged, causing the camera to
become misaligned.
Camera Guidelines
Note: Active guidelines are only available
when the transmission is in reverse (R). Active guidelines
A
Centerline
B
Fixed guideline: Green zone
C
Fixed guideline: Yellow zone
D
Fixed guideline: Red zone
E
Rear bumper
F
Active guidelines are only shown with fixed
guidelines. To use active guidelines, turn
the steering wheel to point the guidelines
toward an intended path. If you change the
steering wheel position while reversing,
your vehicle might deviate from the original
intended path.
The fixed and active guidelines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guidelines do not
display when the steering wheel position
is straight.
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Detection issues can occur:
When driving on a different line
than the vehicle in front.
A
With vehicles that edge into your
lane. The system can only detect
these vehicles once they move
fully into your lane.
B
There may be issues with the
detection of vehicles in front
when driving into and coming out
of a bend or curve in the road.
C
In these cases the system may brake late
or unexpectedly. The driver should stay
alert and intervene when necessary.
If something hits the front of your vehicle
or damage occurs, the radar-sensing zone
may change. This could cause missed or
false vehicle detections. See an authorized
dealer to have the radar checked for
correct operation.
System Not Available
Conditions that can cause the system to
deactivate or prevent the system from
activating when requested include:
• A blocked sensor.
• High brake temperature.
• A failure in the system or a related
system. Blocked Sensor WARNINGS
Do not use the system when towing
a trailer with brake controls.
Aftermarket trailer brakes will not
function properly when you switch the
system on because the brakes are
electronically controlled. Failing to do so
may result in loss of vehicle control, which
could result in serious injury. Do not use tire sizes other than those
recommended because this can
affect the normal operation of the
system. Failing to do so may result in a loss
of vehicle control, which could result in
serious injury. A message displays if something obstructs
the radar signals from the sensor. The
sensor is located on the lower grille. The
system cannot detect a vehicle ahead and
does not function when something
obstructs the radar signals.
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Reasons for messages being displayed
Clean the fascia area in
front of the radar or remove the obstruction.
The radar
surface is dirty or
obstructed
Drive normally in traffic for
a few minutes to allow the radar to detect passing
vehicles so it can clear the blocked state.
The radar
surface is
not dirty or
obstructed
No action required. Thesystem automatically
resets to an unblocked
state once the rainfall or
snowfall rate decreases or
stops. Do not use the Blind
Spot Information System or cross traffic alert in these conditions.
Heavy rain-
fall or
snowfall
interferes with the radar
signals
System Limitations
The Blind Spot Information and cross
traffic alert systems do have their
limitations; situations such as severe
weather conditions or debris build-up on
the sensor area may limit vehicle detection.
The following are other situations that may
limit the Blind Spot Information System:
• Certain maneuvering of vehicles
entering and exiting the blind zone.
• Vehicles passing through the blind zone
at very fast rates.
• When several vehicles forming a
convoy pass through the blind zone.
The following are other situations that may
limit the cross traffic alert system:
• Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
obstructing the sensors.
• Approaching vehicles passing at
speeds greater than 37 mph
(60 km/h). •
Driving in reverse faster than
7 mph
(12 km/h).
• Backing out of an angled parking spot.
False Alerts
Note: If your vehicle has a factory equipped
tow bar and it is towing a trailer, the sensors
will detect the trailer and turn the Blind Spot
Information and cross traffic alert systems
off to avoid false alerts. For non-factory
equipped tow bars, you may want to switch
the Blind Spot Information System off
manually.
There may be certain instances when there
is a false alert by either the Blind Spot
Information or the cross traffic alert system
that illuminates the alert indicator with no
vehicle in the coverage zone. Some
amount of false alerts are normal; they are
temporary and self-correct.
System Errors
If either system senses a problem with the
left or right sensor, the Blind Spot
Information System telltale will illuminate
and a message will appear in the
information display.
All other system faults will display only
with a message in the information display.
See
Information Messages (page 109).
Switching the Systems Off and On
You can temporarily switch off one or both
systems in the information display. See
General Information
(page 100). When
you switch off the Blind Spot Information
System, you will not receive alerts and the
information display shows a system off
message.
Note: The cross traffic alert system always
turns on whenever the ignition is switched
on. However, the Blind Spot Information
System will remember the last selected on
or off setting.
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Cargo Weight - includes all
weight added to the Base Curb
Weight, including cargo and
optional equipment. When towing,
trailer tongue load or king pin
weight is also part of cargo weight.
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) -
is
the total weight placed on each
axle (front and rear) including
vehicle curb weight and all
payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) -
is the maximum
allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or
rear). These numbers are shown
on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. The label shall
be affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door
edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver seating
position. The total load on each
axle must never exceed its
Gross Axle Weight Rating.
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