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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
IN THE UNITED STATES
If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause acrash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediatelyinform the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) in addition to notifyingFord Motor Company.
If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a recall andremedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involvedin individual problems betweenyou, your dealer, or Ford MotorCompany.
To contact NHTSA, you may callthe Vehicle Safety Hotlinetoll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:1-800-424-9153); go towww.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator
1200 New Jersey Avenue,Southeast
Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain otherinformation about motor vehiclesafety from www.safercar.gov.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
IN CANADA
If you believe that your vehicle has a defectwhich could cause a crash or could causeinjury or death, you should immediatelyinform Transport Canada and Ford ofCanada.
Transport Canada Contact Information
http://tc.canada.ca/recallsWebsite(English)
http://tc.canada.ca/rappelsWebsite(French)
1-800-333-0510Phone
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PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle suchas airbag modules, seatbelt pretensionersand remote control batteries may containperchlorate material. Special handlingmay apply for service or vehicle end of lifedisposal.
For more information visit:www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the higheststandards using quality parts. Werecommend that you demand the use ofgenuine Ford and Motorcraft partswhenever your vehicle requires scheduledmaintenance or repair. You can clearlyidentify genuine Ford and Motorcraft partsby looking for the Ford, FoMoCo orMotorcraft branding on the parts or theirpackaging.
Scheduled Maintenance andMechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make surethat your vehicle provides years of serviceis to have it maintained in line with ourrecommendations using parts thatconform to the specifications detailed inthis Owner’s Manual.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meetor exceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience acollision, but accidents happen sometimes.
Genuine Ford replacement collision partsmeet our stringent requirements for fit,finish, structural integrity, corrosionprotection and dent resistance. Duringvehicle development we validate thatthese parts deliver the intended level ofprotection as a whole system. A great wayto know for sure you are getting this levelof protection is to use genuine Fordreplacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacementparts are the only replacement parts thatbenefit from a Ford Warranty.
The Ford Warranty may not cover damagecaused to your vehicle as a result of failednon-Ford parts.
For additional information, refer to theterms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of any
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hand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Using mobile communications equipmentis becoming increasingly important in theconduct of business and personal affairs.However, you must not compromise yourown or others’ safety when using suchequipment. Mobile communications canenhance personal safety and security whenappropriately used, particularly inemergency situations. Safety must beparamount when using mobilecommunications equipment to avoidnegating these benefits. Mobilecommunication equipment includes, butis not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,portable email devices, text messagingdevices and portable two-way radios.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY
ADMINISTRATION
REGULATION
Regulations such as those issued by theFederal Highway Administration or issuedpursuant to the Occupational Safety andHealth Act (OSHA), and state and locallaws and regulations may requireadditional equipment for the way youintend to use your vehicle. It is theresponsibility of the registered owner todetermine the applicability of such lawsand regulations to your intended use forthe vehicle, and to arrange for theinstallation of required equipment. Thedealer has information about theavailability of equipment which can beordered for your vehicle.
END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USERLICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA)
•You (“You” or “Your” as applicable)have acquired a vehicle having severaldevices, including SYNC ® and variouscontrol modules, ("DEVICES") thatinclude software licensed or owned byFord Motor Company and its affiliates("FORD MOTOR COMPANY"). Thosesoftware products of FORD MOTORCOMPANY origin, as well as associatedmedia, printed materials, and "online"or electronic documentation("SOFTWARE") are protected byinternational intellectual property lawsand treaties. The SOFTWARE islicensed, not sold. All rights reserved.
•The SOFTWARE may interface withand/or communicate with, or may belater upgraded to interface with and/orcommunicate with additional softwareand/or systems provided by FORDMOTOR COMPANY.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS ENDUSER LICENSE AGREEMENT ("EULA")DO NOT USE THE DEVICES OR COPYTHE SOFTWARE. ANY USE OF THESOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOTLIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICES,WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENTTO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OFANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE: ThisEULA grants you the following license:
•You may use the SOFTWARE asinstalled on the DEVICES and asotherwise interfacing with systemsand/or services provide by or throughFORD MOTOR COMPANY or its thirdparty software and service providers.
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is dependent on the accuracy ofnavigation, as the maps or functionalityof the TeleNav Software are notintended to support such high riskapplications, especially in more remotegeographical areas.
•TELENAV EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMSAND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES INCONNECTION WITH THE TELENAVSOFTWARE, WHETHER STATUTORY,EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALLWARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISEFROM COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOMOR TRADE AND INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITED TO, THE IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENTOF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS WITHRESPECT TO THE TELENAVSOFTWARE.
•Certain jurisdictions do not permit thedisclaimer of certain warranties, so thislimitation may not apply to you.
5. Limitation of Liability
•TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED UNDERAPPLICABLE LAW, UNDER NOCIRCUMSTANCES SHALL TELENAVOR ITS LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERSBE LIABLE TO YOU OR TO ANY THIRDPARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT,INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES(INCLUDING IN EACH CASE, BUT NOTLIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR THEINABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENTOR ACCESS DATA, LOSS OF DATA,LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OFPROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTIONOR THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THEUSE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THETELENAV SOFTWARE, EVEN IFTELENAV HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THEPOSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.NOTWITHSTANDING ANY DAMAGESTHAT YOU MIGHT INCUR FOR ANY
REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING,WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAMAGESREFERENCED HEREIN AND ALLDIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES INCONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDINGNEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE), THEENTIRE LIABILITY OF TELENAV ANDOF ALL OF TELENAV'S SUPPLIERSSHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNTACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THETELENAV SOFTWARE. SOME STATESAND/OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOTALLOW THE EXCLUSION ORLIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THEABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONSMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
6. Arbitration and Governing Law
•You agree that any dispute, claim orcontroversy arising out of or relating tothis Agreement or the TeleNavSoftware shall be settled byindependent arbitration involving aneutral arbitrator and administered bythe American Arbitration Associationin the County of Santa Clara, California.The arbitrator shall apply theCommercial Arbitration Rules of theAmerican Arbitration Association, andthe judgment upon the award renderedby the arbitrator may be entered by anycourt having jurisdiction. Note thatthere is no judge or jury in an arbitrationproceeding and the decision of thearbitrator shall be binding upon bothparties. You expressly agree to waiveyour right to a jury trial. This Agreementand performance hereunder will begoverned by and construed inaccordance with the laws of the Stateof California, without giving effect toits conflict of law provisions. To theextent judicial action is necessary inconnection with the binding arbitration,both TeleNav and you agree to submit
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Alexa Built-In Requirements...................369Alexa Built-In Settings...............................369All-Wheel Drive.............................................180All-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.............180All-Wheel Drive Limitations.....................180All-Wheel Drive Precautions...................180All-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting........................................180All-Wheel Drive – InformationMessages.........................................................180AM/FM Radio.................................................361AM/FM Radio Limitations...............................361Selecting a Radio Station................................361Ambient Lighting..........................................106Adjusting Ambient Lighting............................106Switching Ambient Lighting On andOff.......................................................................106Anti-Lock Braking System..........................181Anti-Lock Braking SystemLimitations........................................................181Anti-Theft Alarm System...........................88Arming the Anti-Theft Alarm System..........88Disarming the Anti-Theft AlarmSystem................................................................89How Does the Anti-Theft Alarm SystemWork.....................................................................88What Is the Anti-Theft Alarm System.........88What Is the Battery Backup Alarm...............88What Is the Perimeter Alarm...........................88Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings.........89Setting the Alarm Security Level...................89Switching Ask on Exit On and Off.................89What are the Alarm Security Levels.............89What Is Ask on Exit..............................................89Appendices....................................................478Applying the Electric ParkingBrake..............................................................184Applying the Electric Parking Brake in anEmergency...................................................184App Precautions...........................................376App Requirements......................................376Apps..................................................................376Audio System................................................359AM/FM Radio.......................................................361Digital Radio........................................................362Satellite Radio....................................................363Audio System Precautions......................359
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror..................110What Is the Auto-Dimming ExteriorMirror...................................................................110Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror..................109Auto-Dimming Interior MirrorLimitations.......................................................109What Is the Auto-Dimming InteriorMirror..................................................................109Auto Hold........................................................188Auto Hold Indicators...................................188Autolamps........................................................99Autolamp Settings..............................................99What Are Autolamps..........................................99Autolock..............................................................71Autolock Requirements.......................................71What Is Autolock....................................................71Automatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake..............................................185Automatic Crash Shutoff.........................266Automatic Crash ShutoffPrecautions.....................................................267Re-Enabling Your Vehicle................................267What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff...............266Automatic Emergency Braking...............237Switching Automatic Emergency BrakingOn and Off.......................................................237What Is Automatic EmergencyBraking...............................................................237Automatic Engine Stop.............................160How Does Automatic Engine StopWork...................................................................160Overriding Automatic Engine Stop...............161Switching Automatic Engine Stop On andOff.......................................................................160What Is Automatic Engine Stop...................160Automatic High Beam Control.................101Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators..........................................................103Automatic High Beam ControlLimitations.......................................................102Automatic High Beam ControlPrecautions......................................................102Automatic High Beam ControlRequirements.................................................102How Does Automatic High Beam ControlWork....................................................................101Overriding Automatic High BeamControl...............................................................103
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Switching Automatic High Beam ControlOn and Off.......................................................103Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.........................................103Automatic High Beam Control –Information Messages.................................103Automatic Locking Mode............................42Disengaging Automatic Locking Mode........43Engaging Automatic Locking Mode..............42What Is Automatic Locking Mode..................42Automatic Return to Park (P)...................177Automatic Return to Park (P)Limitations........................................................177How Does Automatic Return to Park (P)Work.....................................................................177What Is Automatic Return to Park (P)........177Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................179Automatic Transmission............................174Automatic Return to Park (P).........................177Automatic Transmission Positions...............174Manually Shifting Gears...................................175Manual Park Release..........................................177Temporary Neutral Mode.................................176Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators.......................................................175Automatic Transmission Positions........174Drive (D).................................................................175Neutral (N)............................................................174Park (P)...................................................................174Reverse (R)............................................................174Sport (S)................................................................175Automatic TransmissionPrecautions..................................................174Auto Mode.......................................................129Switching Auto Mode On and Off................129Switching Dual Mode On and Off................129Auto-Start-Stop...........................................164Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........165Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................164Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................164Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................165Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................166Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages..........................................................165
Autounlock.......................................................70Autounlock Requirements................................70Switching Autounlock On and Off.................70What Is Autounlock.............................................70Autowipers.......................................................94Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor.................................................................94Autowipers Settings...........................................94What Are Autowipers.........................................94AWDSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................180
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................292Blind Spot Information System..............228Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................230Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................230Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations..................................................228Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................228Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................229Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................230Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................230Bluetooth®.....................................................375Body Control Module Fuse Box..............278Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................278Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box...........................................279Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................278Body Styling Kit Precautions...................307Body Styling Kits..........................................307Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........282Booster Seats...................................................37Brake Fluid Specification...........................182Brake Over Accelerator................................181Brake Precautions.........................................181
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Changing a License Plate LampBulb...................................................................300Exterior Bulb Specification Chart.................297Removing a Headlamp Assembly..............298Exterior Lamps..............................................100Exterior Lamp Indicators..................................101Switching the Daytime Running Lamps Onand Off..............................................................100Using the Front Fog Lamps.............................101Using the Turn Signal Lamps........................100Exterior Lighting Control.............................98Exterior Lighting.............................................98Adaptive Front Lighting...................................104Autolamps..............................................................99Automatic High Beam Control.......................101Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting.............................................103Exterior Lamps....................................................100Headlamps.............................................................98Headlamps – Troubleshooting.......................99Exterior Mirrors...............................................110Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror........................110
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Fastening and Unfastening theSeatbelts.........................................................41Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation...................................................449Flat TireSee: Changing a Flat Tire................................335Floor Mats........................................................261Folding the Exterior Mirrors.......................110Ford Assistant...............................................367Ford Assistant – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................367Ford Assistant Settings...................................367Using Ford Assistant.........................................367Ford Power-UpSee: Software Update Settings...................382See: Vehicle Software Updates...................382Ford Protect..................................................386Front Exterior....................................................27Front Parking Aid..........................................195Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings...........196Front Parking Aid Limitations........................196Locating the Front Parking AidSensors.............................................................196
What is the Front Parking Aid........................195Front Passenger Sensing System............52Front Passenger Sensing SystemIndicators............................................................54Front Passenger Sensing SystemPrecautions.......................................................54How Does the Front Passenger SensingSystem Work.....................................................52What Is the Front Passenger SensingSystem.................................................................52Front Seat Precautions...............................132Front Seats......................................................132Cooled Seats........................................................139Heated Seats........................................................138Manual Seats.......................................................133Power Seats..........................................................136Fuel and Refueling........................................167Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting..............................................172Fuel Quality...........................................................167Refueling................................................................170Running Out of Fuel..........................................168Fuel and Refueling Precautions..............167Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting..........................................172Fuel and Refueling – InformationMessages...........................................................172Fuel and Refueling – Warning Lamps.........172Fuel Gauge.......................................................113Fuel Gauge Limitations.....................................114Locating the Fuel Filler Door...........................114What Is Distance to Empty..............................114What Is the Fuel Gauge.....................................113What Is the Low Fuel Reminder.....................114Fuel Quality.....................................................167Selecting the Correct Fuel...............................167Fuel Tank Capacity.......................................172Fuse Precautions...........................................271Fuses..................................................................271Body Control Module Fuse Box....................278Fuses – Troubleshooting.................................281Under Hood Fuse Box........................................271Fuses – Troubleshooting...........................281Fuses – Frequently Asked Questions.........281
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Garage Door Opener AdditionalAssistance....................................................150Garage Door Opener....................................147Garage Door Opener Introduction..........147Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies..................................................147General Maintenance Information.......388Glasses Holder..............................................156Locating the Glasses Holder..........................156Global Opening.............................................107Switching Global Opening On andOff.......................................................................108Using Global Opening.......................................107What Is Global Opening...................................107Glossary of Tire Terminology...................316
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Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................295Headlamps.......................................................98Headlamp Indicators..........................................98Switching Headlamp Exit Delay On andOff.........................................................................98Using the High Beam Headlamps.................98Headlamps – Troubleshooting................99Headlamps – Frequently AskedQuestions...........................................................99Heated Seats.................................................138Heated Seat Precautions................................138Switching the Heated Seats On andOff.......................................................................139HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................128Hill Start Assist..............................................187Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting..............187Hill Start Assist Precautions.....................187Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting........187Hill Start Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................187Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........282Horn.....................................................................93How Does 911 Assist Work..........................57How Does Active Park AssistWork..............................................................204
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control WithStop and Go Work.....................................210How Does All-Wheel Drive Work...........180How Does Auto Hold Work.......................188How Does Blind Spot InformationSystem Work..............................................228How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work........231How Does Driver Alert Work.....................241How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work.......78How Does Hill Start Assist Work.............187How Does Pre-Collision AssistWork...............................................................234How Does Stability Control Work...........191How Does the 180 Degree CameraWork..............................................................202How Does the Lane Keeping SystemWork................................................................221How Does the Memory FunctionWork...............................................................145How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork.................................................................47How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work...............................................143How Does the Safety Canopy™Work.................................................................49How Does Traction Control Work..........190How Does Trailer Sway ControlWork..............................................................258How Do the Front Airbags Work..............48How Do the Knee Airbags Work...............49How Do the Side Airbags Work................48
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Identifying Fuse Types................................281Identifying the Audio Unit........................359Inflating the Tires..........................................321Information on the Tire Sidewall.............311Inspecting the Tire for Damage..............322Inspecting the Tire for Wear.....................322Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems.......323Installing and Removing the LuggageCompartment Cargo Net.......................249Installing and Removing the LuggageCompartment Cover...............................249Installing Child Restraints...........................32Combining the Seatbelt and Lower Anchorsfor Attaching Child Restraints....................36
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