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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Trip computer 18
Message center 18
Multifunction display 20
Entertainment Systems 24
AM/FM stereo with CD 24
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 33
USB port 35
Satellite radio information 39
SYNC42
Privacy Information 44
Pairing your phone for the first time 48
Connecting a digital media player to SYNC76
Climate Controls 101
Manual heating and air conditioning 101
Rear window defroster 103
Lights 105
Headlamps 105
Turn signal control 108
Interior lamps 108
Bulb replacement 110
Driver Controls 120
Windshield wiper/washer control 120
Steering wheel adjustment 121
Power windows 122
Mirrors 124
Speed control 126
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WARNING:Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
Low fuel:Displays when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty (refer toFuel gaugein this
chapter).
Powertrain malfunction/Reduced
power/Electronic throttle
control:Displays when the engine
has defaulted to a “limp-home”
operation or when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting
may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer.
Brake system warning light:To
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position
when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or
by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on
position.
If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek
service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after
releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake
system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning
light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.
Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and
the risk of personal injury.
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Anti-lock brake system:If the
ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction has
been detected, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake
warning light also is illuminated.
Airbag readiness:If this light fails
to illuminate when the ignition is
turned to on, continues to flash or
remains on, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the
indicator light.
Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A Belt-Minder
chime will also sound to remind you
to fasten your safety belt. Refer to
theSeating and Safety Restraints
chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minderchime feature.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
If it stays on while the engine is
running, there may be a malfunction
with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related
component.
Engine oil pressure:Displays
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range. Refer toEngine oil
in theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
Oil change reminder:Displays
when the engine oil life has expired.
Refer toOil life monitoring system
resetlater in this chapter.
Door ajar:Displays when the
ignition is in the on position and any
door is not completely closed.
ABS
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Engine coolant temperature:
Illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature is high. Stop the
vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to
Engine coolantin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Low tire pressure warning:
Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the light remains on at
start up or while driving, the tire
pressure should be checked. Refer
toInflating your tiresin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter. When
the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, have
the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on
this system, refer toTire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)in the
Tires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
Hill start assistance (if
equipped):Displays when using hill
start assist is not available. Refer to
theDrivingchapter for
transmission function and operation.
Overdrive cancel and grade
assist (if equipped):Illuminates
when the overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off
and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to theDriving
chapter.
Upshift (manual transmission):
To maximize fuel economy, this light
illuminates when the manual
transmission should be shifted to
the next highest gear. Refer to theDrivingchapter for more
information.
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AdvanceTrac/Traction control
(if equipped):Displays when the
AdvanceTrac/Traction control is
active. If the light remains on, have
the system serviced immediately, refer to theDrivingchapter for more
information.
AdvanceTrac/Traction control
off light (if equipped):Illuminates
when AdvanceTrac/Traction control
has been disabled by the driver.
Refer to theDrivingchapter for
more information.
Speed control (if equipped):
Illuminates when the speed control
system is in use.
Anti-theft system:Flashes when
the SecuriLockPassive Anti-theft
System has been activated.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
OFF
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TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED)
Press the end of the lever, located
on the left side of the steering
wheel to scroll through the displays.
To reset the trip odometer and
average speed, scroll to the required
display and press and hold the end
of the multifunction lever.
The trip computer includes the
following information displays:
MI (KM) TRIP — TRIP ODOMETER
Registers the distance of individual journeys.
MI (KM) TO E — DISTANCE TO EMPTY (IF EQUIPPED)
Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel
remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to
vary.
AVG MPG (L/100KM) — AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION
(IF EQUIPPED):
Indicates the average fuel consumption since the function was last reset.
Note:After resetting, the display will show two dashes for several
seconds while it recalculates a new value.
AVG MPH (KM/H) — AVERAGE SPEED (IF EQUIPPED)
Indicates the average speed calculated since the function was last reset.
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY
Your vehicle’s multifunction display is capable of monitoring many vehicle
systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various
conditions with an informational message. You can also program various
vehicle settings using the message center.
The display is located in the center stack.
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Certain settings can be changed
through the multifunction display.
Press MENU on the audio system to
access the settings screen.
Press
///to move
through the display screen. The
following settings can be changed:
Audio:SeeAudio systemsin theEntertainment Systemschapter for
more information.
Vehicle:Select Vehicle then move right to enter into the menu. Scroll up
or down to select from:
•Traction Control:Move right to enter the menu and then move up
or down to select from on or off. Press OK to confirm.
•Chimes:Move right to enter the menu, then up or down to select
from warning chimes or info chimes. Press OK to confirm.
•Lane change indicator/Turn indicator:Move right to enter the
menu and then move up or down to select from flash once or flash
three times. Press OK to confirm.
•Chimes:Move right to enter the menu, then up or down to select
from warning chimes or info chimes. Press OK to confirm.
Clock:Select Clock then move right to enter the menu. Scroll up or
down to select from to select from:
•Set time:Move right to enter the menu and adjust the time.
•Set date:Move right to enter the menu and adjust the date.
•24 hour mode:Move right to enter the menu to choose 24-hour
mode.
The clock can also be set through the audio system. SeeAudio systems
in theEntertainment Systemschapter for more information.
Display:Select Display then move right to enter the menu. Scroll up or
down to select from:
•Units of measure:Move right to enter the menu then move up or
down to select metric or standard.
•Language:Move right to enter the menu then move up or down to
select the desired language.
Messages:Select messages, then move up/down to view stored
messages.
Compass (if equipped):If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC,the
compass heading is displayed to the left of the clock in the upper portion
of the multifunction display.
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Information messages
: The message indicator will illuminate when there is a new message
stored in the multifunction display.
Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument Cluster System
ABS MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW
ABS
ESP OFF —
ABS
ESP MALFUNCTION
NEXT SERVICE —
ABS
BRAKE SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION
STOP SAFELY BRAKE or
Brakes
ALARM SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION
NEXT SERVICE —
Anti-theft security
system
INTERIOR SCAN
DEACTIVATED —
Anti-theft security
system
IMMOBILIZER
MALFUNCTION
SERVICE NOW —
Anti-theft security
system
ALARM TRIGGERED
CHECK VEHICLE —
Anti-theft security
system
LEFT/RIGHT
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
CHANGE BULB — Lights
HILL START ASSIST
NOT AVAILABLE
Transmission
STEERING LOCK
ENGAGED TURN
STEERING WHEEL —
Passive Entry/Passive
Start
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Message Warning Lamp at
Instrument ClusterSystem
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE LOW
STOP SAFELY
Engine Oil
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOW
SERVICE NOWBRAKE or
Brakes
Oil life monitoring system reset
To reset the oil service light and clear the oil change message after
servicing use the following procedure:
1. Begin with the ignition off.
2. Turn the key to the accessory position for keyed vehicles and for push
button start vehicles press the Start/Stop button once quickly. DO NOT
attempt to start the engine.
3. Press the accelerator and brake pedals fully for 20 seconds.
4.ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE NEXT SERVICEand
will display.
5. Turn the vehicle off. The message and lights will be cleared.
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AM/FM stereo or AM/FM stereo single CD/MP3 (if equipped)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
One hour mode:Press the ON/OFF control to operate the system with
the ignition turned off; the system will automatically turn off after one
hour.
Setting the clock:Press the H or M buttons on the outside of the
multifunction display to access the clock settings. Once you are in the
clock setting, press the H or M button repeatedly until the desired
number appears. Press OK to confirm and close.
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