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Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
Data Recording
..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
Replacement Parts Recommendation
........................................11
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile Communications Equipment.....................................................12
Export Unique Options..................................13
At a Glance
Front Exterior Overview
................................14
Rear Exterior Overview..................................15
Vehicle Interior Overview.............................16
Instrument Panel Overview.........................17
Child Safety
General Information
.......................................19
Installing Child Seats....................................20
Booster Seats
...................................................31
Child Seat Positioning
..................................33
Child Safety Locks
.........................................35
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation...................................37
Fastening the Safety Belts.........................38
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................42
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime.............................................................43
Safety Belt Minder.........................................43
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance................................................45
Personal Safety System ™
Personal Safety System ™
.........................46Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation...................................47
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................48
Front Passenger Sensing System............49
Side Airbags
......................................................51
Safety Canopy ™
.............................................52
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........53
Airbag Disposal...............................................54
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies..................................................55
Remote Control..............................................55
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control...........................................................60
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation...................................61
Creating a MyKey
............................................62
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................62
Checking MyKey System Status...............63
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems.........................................................64
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................64
Locks
Locking and Unlocking................................66
Keyless Entry
...................................................68
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System..........................71
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................73
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards....................75
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................77
Audio Control...................................................78
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Motorcraft Parts..........................................360
Vehicle Identification Number...............360
Vehicle Certification Label........................361
Transmission Code Designation............362
Capacities and Specifications -
2.7L
EcoBoost™................................................363
Capacities and Specifications -
3.5L
Ecoboost™................................................367
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L.....372
Capacities and Specifications -
5.0L 32V
Ti-VCT..........................................................376
Audio System
General Information....................................381
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM......382
Audio Unit -
Vehicles With: AM/FM/
CD.................................................................384
Audio Unit -
Vehicles With: AM/FM/
SYNC...........................................................386
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/
Satellite Radio............................388
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD
...................................................................391
Digital Radio
..................................................392
Satellite Radio..............................................394
Audio Input Jack
...........................................397
USB Port
..........................................................397
Media Hub
......................................................398
SYNC™
General Information
...................................399
Using Voice Recognition............................401
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone...........403
SYNC™ Applications and Services
.......413
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................421
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................428
MyFord Touch ™
General Information...................................438
Settings...........................................................445 Entertainment..............................................455
Phone
...............................................................472
Information....................................................478
Climate............................................................487
Navigation.....................................................490
Accessories
Accessories...................................................499
Appendices
End User License Agreement..................501
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................516
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information........518
Normal Scheduled Maintenance............521
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance.............................................524
Scheduled Maintenance Record............527
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
Wiper stalk. See Windshield Wipers (page 81).
A
Information display controls. See
General Information (page 105).
B
Instrument cluster. See
Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 100).
C
Audio controls. See
Audio Control (page 78).
D
Audio system. See
Audio System (page 381).
E
Hill descent control. See
Using Hill Descent Control (page 200).
F
Information and entertainment display.
G
360 degree parking aid camera button. See 360 Degree Parking Aid Camera
(page
210).
H
Climate controls. See
Climate Control (page 133).
I
110 volt AC power point. See
Auxiliary Power Points (page 156).
J
Integrated trailer brake controller. See Essential Towing Checks (page 262).
K
Four-wheel drive control. See
Using Four-Wheel Drive (page 182).
L
Start button. See
Keyless Starting (page 160).
M
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys with
restricted driving modes to promote good
driving habits. All but one of the keys
programmed to the vehicle can be
activated with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmed
are referred to as administrator keys or
admin keys. They can be used to:
•
Create a MyKey.
• Program configurable MyKey settings.
• Clear all MyKey features.
When you have programmed a MyKey, you
can access the following information using
the information display:
• How many admin keys and MyKeys are
programmed to your vehicle.
• The total distance your vehicle has
traveled using a MyKey.
Note: All MyKeys are programmed to the
same settings. You cannot program them
individually.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changed
by an admin key user:
• Belt-Minder. You cannot disable this
feature. The audio system will mute
when the front seat occupants’ safety
belts are not fastened.
• Early low fuel. The low fuel warning is
activated earlier, giving the MyKey user
more time to refuel.
• Driver assist features, if equipped on
your vehicle, are forced on: parking aid,
blind spot information system (BLIS)
with cross traffic alert, lane departure
warning and forward collision warning
system.
• Satellite radio adult content
restrictions. Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configure
certain MyKey settings when you first
create a MyKey and before you recycle the
key or restart the vehicle. You can also
change the settings afterward with an
admin key:
•
A vehicle speed limit can be set.
Warnings will be shown in the display,
followed by an audible tone when your
vehicle reaches the set speed. You
cannot override the set speed by fully
depressing the accelerator pedal or by
setting cruise control. WARNING
Do not set MyKey maximum speed
limit to a limit that will prevent the
driver from maintaining a safe speed
considering posted speed limits and
prevailing road conditions. The driver is
always responsible to drive in accordance
with local laws and prevailing conditions.
Failure to do so could result in accident or
injury. •
Various vehicle speed minders can be
set. Once you select a speed, it will be
shown in the display, followed by an
audible tone when the preselected
vehicle speed is exceeded.
• Audio system maximum volume of
45%. A message will be shown in the
display when you attempt to exceed
the limited volume. Also, the
speed-sensitive or compensated
automatic volume control will be
disabled.
• Always on setting. When this is
selected, you will not be able to turn
off Advance Trac, 911 Assist or Do Not
Disturb (if your vehicle is equipped with
these features).
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Use the control on the side of the steering
column to adjust the position.
To adjust:
•
tilt: press the top or bottom of the
control
• telescope: press the front or rear of the
control.
Memory Feature
You can save and recall the steering
column position with the memory function.
See Memory Function (page 146).
Pressing the adjustment control during
memory recall cancels the operation. The
column responds to the adjustment
control. Easy Entry and Exit Feature
The column moves to the full up and in
position when you switch the ignition off.
It returns to the previous setting when you
switch the ignition on. You can enable or
disable this feature in the information
display.
AUDIO CONTROL
(If Equipped)
You can operate the following functions
with the control: Volume up
A
Media
B
Seek up or next
C
Volume down
D
Seek down or previous
E
Media
Press repeatedly to scroll through available
audio modes.
Seek, Next or Previous
Press the seek button to:
• Tune the radio to the next or previous
stored preset.
• Play the next or previous track.
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Maintenance
Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the
engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LOW Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil
Check (page 302).
Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%.
See Engine Oil Check (page 302).
Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake systemimmediately. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 308).
Brake Fluid Level LOW
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safeplace. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may
not allow some features to operate properly. See an author- ized dealer.
Transport / Factory
Mode
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.
See Manual
MyKey Action
Message
You cannot program a MyKey.
MyKey Not Created
MyKey is active.
MyKey Active Drive
Safely
When switching on your vehicle and MyKey is in use, displaysthat the MyKey speed limit is on.
Speed Limited to XX
MPH/km/h
MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehiclespeed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
Near Vehicle Top Speed
You have reached the speed limit set for your MyKey.
Vehicle at Top Speed of
MyKey Setting
You have an active MyKey with a programmed set speed limit.
Check Speed Drive
Safely
Belt-Minder turns on with a MyKey in use.
Buckle Up to Unmute
Audio
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CENTER CONSOLE (If Equipped)
Stow items in the cupholders carefully as
items may become loose during hard
braking, acceleration or collisions, including
hot drinks which may spill.
In vehicles with a 40-20-40 split-bench
seat, the cupholders are inside of the
folding console. To use the cupholders:
1. Lift the console lid up to open.
2.
Lift the cupholders up and rotate them
outward.
3. Close the console.
Vehicles with a console-mounted shifter
feature cupholders molded into the
console. A. Front cupholders.
B. Rear cupholders.
Available console features include:
A. 12-volt DC power point.
B. One of the following:
•USB ports and SD card slot.
• Audio input jack and USB port.
• Audio input jack.
C. 12-volt power point and intelligent access transmitter backup slot.
D. Locking storage compartment with hanging file folder supports and room
for a laptop computer.
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continuously. If a stationary or receding
object is detected farther than 12 in
(30 cm) from the side your vehicle, the
tone sounds for only three seconds. Once
the system detects an object approaching,
the warning sounds again. The coverage area is up to 6 feet
(1.8 meters) from the rear
bumper. There is decreased
coverage area at the outer
corners of the bumper.
A
The system detects certain objects while
the transmission is in reverse (R):
• and moving toward a stationary object
at a speed of
3 mph (5 km/h) or less.
• but not moving, and a moving object is
approaching the rear of your vehicle at
a speed of
3 mph (5 km/h) or less.
• and moving at a speed of less than
3 mph (5 km/h)
and a moving object
is approaching the rear of your vehicle
at a speed of less than 3 mph (5 km/h).
The system provides audio warnings only
when your vehicle is moving or when your
vehicle is stationary and the detected
obstacle is fewer than
12 in (30 cm) away
from the bumper. The system provides obstacle distance
indication through the center stack display
(if equipped). The distance indication will
be present when the transmission is in
reverse (R).
•
As the distance to the obstacle
decreases (obstacle becomes closer),
the indicator blocks will illuminate and
move towards the vehicle icon.
• If there is no obstacle detected, the
distance indicator blocks will be grayed
out.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (If Equipped) WARNING
Designed to be a supplementary park
aid, this system may not work in all
conditions. This system cannot
replace the driver ’s attention and
judgment. The driver is responsible for
avoiding hazards and maintaining a safe
distance and speed, even when the system
is in use. Note:
The driver is always responsible for
controlling the vehicle, supervising the
system and intervening if required.
The system detects an available parallel
parking space and automatically steers
your vehicle into the space (hands-free)
while you control the accelerator, gearshift
and brakes. The system visually and
audibly instructs you to park your vehicle.
The system may not function correctly if
something passes between the front
bumper and the parking space (a
pedestrian or cyclist) or if the edge of the
neighboring parked vehicle is high off the
ground (for example, a bus, tow truck or
flatbed truck).
Note: The sensors may not detect objects
in heavy rain, snow or other conditions that
cause disruptive reflections.
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WARNINGS
The collision warning system with
brake support cannot help prevent
all collisions. Do not rely on this
system to replace your judgment and the
need to maintain correct distance and
speed. Note:
The system does not detect, warn or
respond to potential collisions with vehicles
to the rear or sides of your vehicle.
Note: The collision warning system is active
at speeds above approximately 5 mph
(8 km/h). The system alerts you of certain collision
risks. The system's sensor detects your
vehicle's rapid approach to other vehicles
traveling in the same direction as your
vehicle.
When your vehicle rapidly approaches
another vehicle, a red warning light flashes
and a tone sounds. The brake support system assists you in
reducing any collision speed by
pre-charging the brakes. If the risk of
collision continues to increases after the
audio-visual warning, the brake support
prepares the brake system for rapid
braking. The system does not
automatically activate the brakes, but if
the brake pedal is pressed even lightly, the
brakes apply full stopping power.
Using the Collision Warning System WARNING
The collision warning system
’s brake
support reduces collision speed only
if you brake your vehicle before any
collision. As in any typical braking situation,
you must press your brake pedal. You can use your information display
control to adjust the collision warning
system's sensitivity or to turn the system
On or Off. Your vehicle will remember
these settings across key cycles. You may
change the collision warning system
sensitivity to any one of three possible
settings. See General Information (page
105
).
Note: It is recommended that you turn the
collision warning system off if a snow plow
or similar object is installed in such a way
that it may block the radar sensor. Your
vehicle will remember the selected setting
across key cycles.
Note: When possible, the manufacturer
recommends using the highest sensitivity
setting. If warnings are too frequent, you can
reduce your system's sensitivity. Reduced
sensitivity causes fewer and later system
warnings.
See General Information (page
105).
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Battery Management System (If
Equipped)
The battery management system (BMS)
monitors battery conditions and takes
actions to extend battery life. If excessive
battery drain is detected, the system may
temporarily disable certain electrical
features to protect the battery. Those
electrical accessories affected include the
rear defrost, heated/cooled seats, climate
control fan, heated steering wheel, audio
and navigation system. A message may be
shown in the information displays to alert
the driver that battery protection actions
are active. These messages are only for
notification that an action is taking place,
and not intended to indicate an electrical
problem or that the battery requires
replacement.
Electrical accessory installation
To ensure proper operation of the Battery
Management System, any electrical
devices that are added to your vehicle
should not have their ground connection
made directly at the negative battery post.
A connection at the negative battery post
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.
Note:
Electrical or electronic accessories
added to your vehicle by the dealer or the
owner, may adversely affect battery
performance and durability, and may affect
the performance of other electrical systems
in your vehicle.
When a battery replacement is required,
the battery should only be replaced with
a Ford-recommended replacement battery
that matches the electrical requirements
of your vehicle. After battery replacement,
or in some cases after charging the battery
with the external charger, the Battery
Management System requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time (key off with doors
closed) to relearn the new battery state of
charge. Prior to relearning the state of
charge, the Battery Management System
may disable electrical features (to protect
the battery) earlier than normal.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.
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