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Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.
An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind
a motor home. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your
transmission is not damaged.
Before you tow your vehicle, follow these directions for your specific
vehicle configurationafterit is hooked-up to the RV or tow dolly:
Vehicles with a Manual Transmission
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
•The maximum towing speed is 70 mph (113 km/h).
•There is no limitation on towing distance.
Vehicles with an Automatic Transmission but No Push Button Start
System
Note:Theremustbe battery power to properly move the transmission’s
internal components to N (Neutral) in Step 3. Also, moving the gearshift
to the N (Neutral) position without first turning the ignition to the on
(II) position limits the towing capability to 35 mph (56 km/h) and
50 miles (80 km).
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition to the on (II) position.
3. Press the brake pedal, then move the gearshift to the N (Neutral)
position.
4. Wait for TRANSMISSION READY to appear in the multi-function
display, then turn the ignition to the off (0) position and release the
brake pedal.
5. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. (The
anti-theft system is disabled until the battery cable is reconnected.)
Refer toBatteryin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter
when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery cable.
•The maximum towing speed is 70 mph (113 km/h).
•There is no limitation on towing distance.
When done towing, start the engine within 15 minutes of reconnecting
the battery cable. When reconnecting that cable, tighten it until it’s snug
against the terminal; be careful not to overtighten.
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Vehicles with an Automatic Transmission and Push Button Start
System
Note:Theremustbe battery power to properly move the transmission’s
internal components to N (Neutral) in Step 3. Also, moving the gearshift
to the N (Neutral) position without first turning the ignition to the on
(II) position limits the towing capability to 35 mph (56 km/h) and
50 miles (80 km).
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Activate the ignition by pressing the START/STOP button, butnot
applying the brake pedal.
3. Press the brake pedal, then move the gearshift to the N (Neutral)
position. Release the brake pedal.
4. Wait for TRANSMISSION READY to appear in the multi-function
display, then deactivate the ignition by pressing the START/STOP
button.
5. Disconnect the negative (black) cable from the battery. (The door
key [inside the Intelligent Access Key] is needed to lock/unlock doors
when the battery cable is disconnected. Also, the anti-theft system is
disabled until the battery cable is reconnected.) Refer toBatteryin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter when disconnecting
and reconnecting the battery cable.
•The maximum towing speed is 70 mph (113 km/h).
•There is no limitation on towing distance.
When done towing, start the engine within 15 minutes of reconnecting
the battery cable. When reconnecting that cable, tighten it until it’s snug
against the terminal; be careful not to overtighten.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to
Push button start systemin this section for ignition modes.
1. 0 (off) — locks the steering
wheel, automatic transmission
gearshift lever and allows key
removal. This position also shuts the
engine and all electrical accessories
off.
2. I (accessory) — allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
3. II (on) — all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated.
Key position when driving.
4. III (start) — cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Note:Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off
and you have left the vehicle. This could cause a drain on the battery.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
This system meets all Canadian interference-causing equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
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2. On — press the START/STOP button without applying the brake pedal
(automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission). This will
power your vehicle’s electrical system and the warning lights in the
instrument cluster will illuminate, but the engine will remain off.
3. Start — press the START/STOP button (for any length of time) while
applying the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission).Note:The indicator light on the start button will
illuminate when the vehicle is in on mode and when the engine is
started.
There may be areas inside your vehicle where the IA key is not detected.
If the message KEY NOT DETECTED appears on your multifunction
display when you press the START/STOP button, it may be necessary to
move your IA key to another area within the vehicle. The IA key may not
be detected near the roof (between the driver or passenger sunvisor and
the roof, or in the overhead console area) or in the extreme corners of
the rear package tray, near your audio speakers. It is not recommended
that you stow the IA key in these locations. If you move the IA key to a
location where it has been detected before and you still see the KEY
NOT DETECTED message, your IA key’s battery may be low or you may
be in an area with excessive radio frequency interference. If this occurs,
you can use the backup method to start your vehicle (see below).
Backup method of starting:Your
IA key uses a radio frequency signal
to communicate with your vehicle
and authorize your vehicle to start
when you press the START/STOP
button and apply the brake pedal or
clutch pedal. If excessive radio
frequency interference is present in
the area, or if the battery in your IA
key is low, it may be necessary to
start your car by holding the IA key
to the backup location near the steering column. After holding the IA
key to the backup location, use the START/STOP button and brake pedal
(automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) to start
your vehicle as usual. The vehicle should respond normally as long as the
IA key is at the backup location on the steering column. Once the vehicle
is started, the IA key can be moved from the backup location, if desired.
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Fast restart feature:The fast restart feature allows you to re-start your
vehicle within 10 seconds of switching the vehicle off, if a valid IA key is
not present when the vehicle is switched off. You can re-start the vehicle
(by applying the brake/clutch pedal and pressing the START/STOP button)
for up to 10 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After
10 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle without the
IA key present inside the vehicle. If the driver door is opened within this
10 seconds, the fast restart timer expires immediately.
Switching the vehicle off when not in P (Park):It is recommended
that you shift into the P (Park) position before switching your vehicle
off. If you switch your vehicle off with the shifter in any position other
than P (Park), the message SHIFT TO PARK will be displayed in the
multifunction display. If the vehicle is left in this state, your key in
ignition chime will activate when the driver door is opened, and you may
drain your vehicle’s battery. In order to avoid draining your battery, it is
recommended that you always shift to P (Park) before or immediately
after switching your vehicle off.
Absence of the intelligent access key:
Once the vehicle has started,
the vehicle will remain running until being turned off by the START/STOP
button, even if the IA key is no longer found in the vehicle. Whenever a door
is opened and then closed while the vehicle is running, the system will
search for an IA key inside the vehicle and the multifunction display will
display KEY OUTSIDE CAR if the IA key is no longer present. This message
is a reminder that someone else in the vehicle may have taken the IA key
when exiting the vehicle. If the IA key is no longer present in the vehicle,
you will not be able to re-start your vehicle outside of the Fast Restart time
(seeFast Restart Featureabove). It is important to be aware of where your
IA key is located in the vehicle, to avoid becoming stranded without an IA
key.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
this checked immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if you smell
exhaust fumes. Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engine idling for long periods of time,
we recommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner manual portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is found in the owner’s information
portfolio in the glove compartment.
U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest
dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Ford vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673. Customers
will be asked to submit their original receipts.
Vehicles sold in Canada : Getting roadside assistance
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1–800–665–2006.
Vehicles sold in Canada : Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In Canada, the card is found in the Warranty
Guide in the glove box.
Canadian Roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the U.S.
coverage. Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at
www.ford.ca for information on Canadian services and benefits.
Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information, call
1-800-665-2006 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
The hazard flasher control is located
on the instrument panel by the
radio. The hazard flashers will
operate when the ignition is in any
position or if the key is not in the
ignition.
•Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will
flash.
•Press the flasher control again to turn them off.
Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
F31 30A Driver and rear power window
switches
F32 20A Passenger compartment fuse
panel battery saver relay
F33 20A Power points
F34 30A Driver and passenger power
window switches
F35 20A Moon roof
F36 — Not used
R1 — Ignition relay
R2 — Left rear stop/turn lamp relay
R3 — Right rear stop/turn lamp relay
R4 — Driver heated seat relay
R5 — Passenger heated seat relay
R6 — IA module – accessory relay
R7 — IA module – ignition relay
R8 — Battery saver relay, Rear power
points
R9 — Not used
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
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If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
F1 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump
F2 50A* Transmission control module (TCM)
F3 40A* Engine cooling fan relay and motor
F4 40A* Heater blower relay and motor
F5 60A* Passenger compartment fuse panel
F6 30A* Body control module (BCM) – door
locks
F7 60A* Passenger compartment fuse panel
F8 40A* Powertrain control module (PCM),
Power distribution box
F9 20A* ABS module valve
R11R8
R12R9
R5R3
R6R4
R13R10
R2R1
R15R14
R7
F41F35
F26F17F27F18F28F19F29F20F30F21F31F22F32F23F33F24F34F25
F42F36
F43F37
F44F38
F45F39
F40
F6F1
F7F2
F8F3
F9F4
F10F5
F14F11
F15F12
F16F13
F46
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
F10 30A* Starter inhibit relay, Starter motor
F11 30A* Electronic fuel pump relay, Fuel
tank, Ignition coil
F12 — Not used
F13 — Not used
F14 — Not used
F15 — Not used
F16 — Not used
F17 20A** High beam relay
F18 — Not used
F19 20A** Low beam relay
F20 15A** Heated exhaust gas oxygen sensor,
Catalyst module sensor
F21 7.5A** Low and High beams coil relay
control
F22 15A** Mass air flow (MAF) sensor,
Powertrain control module (PCM),
Fuel injectors, Vehicle speed sensor
(VSS), Variable camshaft timing,
Canister purge
F23 15A** Daytime running lights
F24 — Not used
F25 15A** BCM – exterior lighting
F26 20A** BCM – battery saver, horn
F27 — Not used
F28 15A** BCM – turn signals
F29 — Not used
F30 10A** A/C clutch solenoid and relay
F31 — Not used
F32 7.5A** TCM, PCM
F33 15A** Ignition coil
F34 30A** BCM – rear window defroster
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