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WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
Electric Parking Brake
The electric parking brake is used to holdyour vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Apply the parking brakeand make sure your vehicle is in park (P).Power the vehicle off and remove thekeys or remote control whenever youleave your vehicle. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injuryor death.
WARNING: If you drive extendeddistances with the parking brake applied,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
WARNING: The electric parkingbrake does not operate if the vehiclebattery has run out of charge.
The electronic parking brakeswitch is on the center console.
1.Pull the switch up.
The red warning lamp flashes duringoperation and illuminates when the parkingbrake is applied.
Note:You can apply the electric parkingbrake when the power is off.
Note:The electric parking brake couldapply when you shift into park (P). See Park(P) (page 174).
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake toslow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
Pull the switch up and hold it.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tonesounds and the stoplamps turn on whenyou use the electric parking brake in anemergency.
The electric parking brake continues toslow your vehicle down unless you releasethe switch.
Note:Do not apply the electric parkingbrake when your vehicle is moving, exceptin an emergency. If you repeatedly use theelectric parking brake to slow or stop yourvehicle, you could cause damage to thebrake system.
MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Press and hold the brake pedal.
3.Push the switch down.
The red warning lamp turns off.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing aTrailer
1.Press and hold the brake pedal.
2.Pull the switch upward and hold it.
3.Shift into gear.
4.Press the accelerator pedal until enginehas developed sufficient torque toprevent your vehicle from rolling downthe hill.
5.Release the switch and pull away in anormal manner.
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COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of somecomponents and systems can be affectedat temperatures below approximately-13°F (-25°C).
BREAKING-IN
Tires
You need to break in new tires forapproximately 300 mi (480 km). Duringthis time, your vehicle may exhibit someunusual driving characteristics.
Brakes and Clutch
Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutchif possible for the first 100 mi (160 km) intown and for the first 1,000 mi (1,600 km)on freeways.
DRIVING ECONOMICALLY
The following helps to improve fuelconsumption:
•Drive smoothly, accelerate gently andanticipate the road ahead to avoidheavy braking.
•Regularly check your tire pressures andmake sure that they are inflated to thecorrect pressure.
•Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule and carry out therecommended checks.
•Plan your journey and check the trafficbefore you set off. It is more efficientto combine errands into a single tripwhenever possible.
•Avoid idling the engine in cold weatheror for extended periods. Start theengine only when you are ready to setoff.
•Do not carry unnecessary weight in yourvehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
•Do not add unnecessary accessoriesto the exterior of your vehicle, forexample running boards. If you use aroof rack, remember to fold it down orremove it when not in use.
•Do not shift into neutral when you arebraking or when your vehicle is slowingdown.
•Shut all windows when driving at highspeeds.
•Switch off all electric systems whennot in use, for example air conditioning.Make sure that you unplug anyaccessories from the auxiliary powerpoints when not in use.
DRIVING IN SPECIAL
CONDITIONS
DRIVING THROUGH MUD ANDWATER
Mud
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud. Even all-wheel drive and four-wheeldrive vehicles can lose traction in mud. Ifyour vehicle slides, steer in the direction ofthe slide until you regain control of yourvehicle. After driving through mud, cleanoff residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess residue can cause animbalance that could damage drivecomponents.
Note:If your vehicle gets stuck in mud, itcould be rocked out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts in a steady pattern. Presslightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Note:Do not rock your vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature, asdamage to the transmission could occur.
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WHAT IS THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT
Tire Mobility Kit
The kit consists of an air compressor tore-inflate the tire and a canister of sealingcompound that will effectively seal mostpunctures. This kit will provide a temporarytire repair allowing you to drive your vehicleup to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximumspeed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tireservice location.
Note:The temporary mobility kit containsenough sealant compound in the canisterfor one tire repair only. See an authorizeddealer for replacement sealant canisters.
TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury ordeath.
WARNING: Do not run the enginewhen operating the air compressorunless the vehicle is outdoors or in awell-ventilated area.
Note:Do not use the kit if a tire has becomeseverely damaged. Only punctures locatedwithin the tire tread can be sealed with thekit.
Do not attempt to repair punctures largerthan 0.24 in (6 mm) or damage to the tire'ssidewall. The tire may not completely seal.
•Drive carefully and avoid abruptsteering maneuvers.
•Periodically monitor tire inflationpressure in the affected tire; if the tireis losing pressure, have the vehicletowed.
•Read the information in the Tips forUse of the Kit section to make sure safeoperation of the kit and your vehicle.
After sealant use, the tire pressuremonitoring system sensor and valve stemon the wheel must be replaced by anauthorized dealer.
LOCATING THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT
The kit is located under the load floor inthe rear of the vehicle.
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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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