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5.Unfold the third row seat if it is in thestowed position, then remove thecarpeted cargo area to access thespare tire and jack storagecompartment.
6.Turn the wing nut securing the sparetire counterclockwise, remove the wingnut.
7.Remove the spare tire, jack and wrenchfrom the spare tire storagecompartment.
8.Turn the hex nut on the jackcounterclockwise to remove the lugwrench from jack. This lowers the jackand loosens the mechanical lock.
9.Unfold the wrench for use.
10.Remove the strap from the jack.
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18.Remove the jack and fully tighten thelug nuts in the order shown. SeeTechnical Specifications (page376).
19.If you enabled the Air SuspensionService Mode, switch the mode offprior to driving.
20.Remove the wheel blocks.
Stowing the jack
1.To store the folded wrench on the jack,engage the bracket of the jack baseand the lug wrench pin, swing thewrench upwards, adjust jack heightuntil the wrench hook engages the holeon jack. Tighten the hex nut clockwiseby hand until secure.
2.Place the jack in the spare tirecompartment, install the wing nut andtighten clockwise by hand until secure.
Stowing the flat tire
You cannot store the full-sized road wheelin the temporary spare tire well.
1.Find the flat tire retainer strap tuckedinside the jack channel. Lower thecarpeted load floor.
2.Stow the flat tire in the cargo area onthe load floor with the wheel facing up.Secure the flat tire with the retainerstrap by following the next steps.
3.Locate the rear left side and right sidecargo tie-down rings. Push the loop endof the retainer strap through one cargotie-down ring. Thread the non-loop endthrough the loop.
4.Weave the retainer strap through thewheel openings.
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Engine Coolant
Capacities
QuantityVariant
14.1 qt (13.3 L)Without trailer towing.
15.2 qt (14.4 L)With trailer towing.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M97B57-A2Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant(U.S.)Motorcraft® Yellow Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant/ Antigel/liquide de refroidissement prédilué jauneMotorcraft®(Canada)VC-13DL-G(U.S.)CVC-13DL-G(Canada)
Engine OilAn oil that displays this symbol conformsto current engine, emission system andfuel economy performance standards ofILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil foryour vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is notavailable, use motor oils of therecommended viscosity grade that displaythe API Certification Mark for gasolineengines.
Do not use supplemental engine oiladditives because they are unnecessaryand could lead to engine damage that yourvehicle warranty does not cover.
Capacities
Including the Oil FilterVariant
5.2 qt (4.9 L)All.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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
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.
Radio Frequencies and ReceptionFactors
Note:Listening to loud audio for longperiods of time could damage your hearing.
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception.Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andresult in the audio system muting.
Station overload
AUDIO UNIT
Note:Depending on your vehicle optionpackage, the controls may look differentfrom what you see here.
Note:Some features, such as satelliteradio, may not be available in your location.Check with an authorized dealer.
Note:The touchscreen system controlsmost of the audio features.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
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Note:This receiver includes the eCosreal-time operating system. eCos ispublished under the eCos License.
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
Potential Satellite Radio Reception Issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antennaclear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and othermaterial as far away from the antenna as possible.Factory-installed and aftermarket vehicle structuresincluding, but not limited to, roof racks and soft top roofsin a partially open position could reduce receptionperformance.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andthe audio system could mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate theinterference and the audio system could mute.Satellite radio signal interfer-ence
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
Note:SiriusXM reserves the unrestrictedright to change, rearrange, add or deleteprogramming including canceling, movingor adding particular channels, and its prices,at any time, with or without notice to you.Neither SiriusXM and its affiliates nor FordMotor Company and its affiliates will beliable to you or any third party for any suchmodification, suspension or termination.
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SiriusXM satellite radio is asubscription-based satellite radio servicethat broadcasts a variety of music, sports,news, weather, traffic and entertainmentprogramming. Your factory-installedSiriusXM satellite radio system includeshardware and a limited subscription term,which begins on the date of sale or leaseof your vehicle. See an authorized dealerfor availability.
For more information on extendedsubscription terms, a service fee is required,the online media player and a completelist of SiriusXM satellite radio channels,and other features, please visitwww.siriusxm.com in the United States,www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or callSiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.
Satellite Radio Electronic SerialNumber (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify ortrack your satellite radio account.
Locating Your ESN
1.Select SiriusXM as the audio source.
2.Tune to channel 0.
Troubleshooting
ActionConditionMessage
No action required. Thismessage should disappearshortly.
Radio requires more thantwo seconds to produceaudio for the selectedchannel.
Acquiring…
If this message does notclear shortly, or with an igni-tion key cycle, your receivermay have a fault. See anauthorized dealer for service.
There is an internal moduleor system failure present.Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel orchoose another preset.The channel is no longeravailable.Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to subscribe tothe channel, or tune toanother channel.
Your subscription does notinclude this channel.Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is blocked. Whenyou move into an open area,the signal should return.
The signal is lost from theSiriusXM satellite or Siri-usXM tower to your vehicleantenna.
No Signal
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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 anyhand-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.
About SYNC
The system allows you to interact with theentertainment, information andcommunication systems on your vehicleusing voice commands and a touchscreen.The system provides easy interaction withaudio, phone, navigation, mobile apps andsettings.
Note:You can switch the system on anduse it for up to an hour without switchingthe ignition on.
Note:You can use the system after youswitch the ignition off for up to 10 minutesor until you open a door.
Note:For your safety, some features arespeed-dependent. Their use is limited towhen your vehicle speed is less than 3 mph(5 km/h).
Using the Touchscreen
Status bar.A
Home screen.B
Clock. See Settings (page 458).C
Outside air temperature.D
Feature bar.E
Status Bar
Cell phone microphone muted.
Audio system muted.
Software update installed.
Wi-Fi connected.
Cell phone roaming.
Text message received.
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Navigation (If Equipped)
Setting a Destination
DescriptionVoice Command
Enter a destination address. When prompted,provide the house number, the street and city.Find an Address
Search for a point of interest by name or by category.Find a Place
Search for a nearby point of interest by category.1Find the Next ___
Search for a point of interest category.1Find a POI Category
Set your saved home address as your destination.Drive Home
Set your saved place of work as your destination.Drive to Work
Display and select from a list of previous destina-tions.Show Previous Destinations
Display and select from a list of favorite destinations.Show Favorites
1 Add a point of interest category or the name of a major brand or chain to the command.
Route Guidance
DescriptionVoice Command
Cancel the current route.Cancel Route
Select an alternate route.Detour
Repeat the last guidance prompt.Repeat Instruction
Display an overview of the route.Show Route
Display a list of traffic events on your route.Show Traffic
Display the map on the touchscreen.Show Map
Display a two-dimensional map with north towardthe top of the touchscreen.North Up
Display a two-dimensional map with the directionyou are traveling toward the top of the touchscreen.Heading Up
Display a three-dimensional map with the directionyou are traveling toward the front.Show 3D
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Replay audio on the current channel. You can replay approx-imately 45 minutes of audio as long as you remain tuned tothe current station. Changing stations erases the previousaudio.
Replay
When you are in replay mode, you are notable to select a different preset until youreturn to live audio. Pressing this buttonreturns you to the live broadcast.
Live
Save the current song, artist, or team as a favorite. The systemalerts you when it plays again on any channel.ALERT
Selecting this button allows you to enable and edit alerts.
Memory Presets
To set a preset, tune to the station thenpress and hold one of the memory presetbuttons. The audio mutes briefly while thesystem saves the station and returns oncethe station is stored.
You may be able to add additional presetpages using the settings option on thefeature bar.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Reception Factors and Troubleshooting
Potential Reception Issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clearof snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and othermaterials as far away from the antenna as possible.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunder-storms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating tower,a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and the audiosystem may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING... to indicate the interfer-ence and the audio system may mute.Satellite radio signalinterference
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Troubleshooting Tips
ActionCauseMessage
No action required. Thismessage should disappearshortly.
Radio requires more than twoseconds to produce audio forthe selected channel.
Acquiring Signal
If this message does not clearshortly, or with an ignition keycycle, your receiver may havea fault. See an authorizeddealer for service.
There is an internal module orsystem failure present.Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel orchoose another preset.The channel is no longer avail-able.Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to subscribe to thechannel, or tune to anotherchannel.
Your subscription does notinclude this channel.Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is blocked. Whenyou move into an open area,the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the Siri-usXM satellite or SiriusXMtower to your vehicle antenna.
Satellite acquiringsignal…
No action required. Theprocess may take up to threeminutes.
Update of channel program-ming in progress.Updating…
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to resolve subscrip-tion issues.
Your satellite service is nolonger available.Questions? Call 1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide or theSirius XM Settings tile to turnoff the Lock or Skip function onthat station.
All the channels in the selectedcategory are either skipped orlocked.
None found. Checkchannel guide.
No action required.SiriusXM has updated thechannels available for yourvehicle.
SIRIUS Subscriptionupdated
HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)
To activate HD radio, please see the RadioSettings in the Settings Chapter. SeeSettings (page 458).
Note:HD Radio broadcasts are notavailable in all markets.
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