brakes FORD FLEX 2015 1.G Owner's Guide

Engine
•The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used
engine oil contains contaminates that may cause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle with the climate
controls set to defrost until it reaches normal operating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the
engine is running.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff
of the fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the
battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure
battery charge is maintained for quick starting.
Note:If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset
memory features.
Brakes
•Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully released.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are
covered with grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 meters) every 15 days to lubricate
working parts and prevent corrosion.
328Vehicle Care
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911 Assist™ ......................412, 491
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................212
Accessing and using your
USB port ....................................469
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............401
Accessing your calendar ..........490
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................423
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................402
Accessory delay ........................106
Active call menu options .........401
Active Park Assist .....................218
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........228
Adding (pairing) a phone ........477
Advanced menu options ...410, 430
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................410
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................52
and child safety seats ..............53
description ................................52
disposal ......................................62
driver airbag ..............................52
passenger airbag .......................52
side airbag ...........................52, 57
Air cleaner filter .......312–313, 366
Air conditioning ........................138
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............138
Air filter, cabin ..........................147All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................204
Ambient mood/lighting .............497
AM/FM .......................................456
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................298
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................212
Anti-theft system ..................85, 88
arming the system ..............85, 88
disarming a triggered system ..88
Audio system
Single CD ................376, 381–382
Audio system
(see Radio) ................376, 381–382
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................199
fluid, adding ............................304
fluid, checking ........................304
fluid, refill capacities ..............362
fluid, specification ..................362
Selectshift (SST) ....................200
Auxiliary Input Jack .................465
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..390
Auxiliary powerpoint ................175
A/V inputs ..........................391, 473
B
Battery .......................................309
acid, treating emergencies .....309
jumping a disabled battery ....273
maintenance-free ....................309
replacement, specifications ...366
servicing ..................................309
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................237
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Booster seats ...............................33
Brakes ........................................211
anti-lock ...................................212
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................212
brake warning light ................212
fluid, checking and adding ....308
fluid, refill capacities ..............362
fluid, specifications .................362
lubricant specifications ..........362
parking ....................................212
shift interlock ..........................202
trailer .......................................261
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....362
Cargo net ...................................247
CD ..............................376, 381–382
CD player ..........................374, 467
CD voice commands .................468
Cell phone use ............................16
Changing a tire .........................353
Child safety restraints ..........26, 28
Child safety seats
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................41
LATCH .......................................26
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................33
Cleaning the touchscreen ........445
Cleaning your vehicle ...............320
engine compartment ..............322
instrument panel ....................324
interior .....................................324
plastic parts ............................321
washing ....................................320
waxing .....................................322wheels ......................................326
wiper blades ............................323
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..........138
Climate voice commands .........509
Clock ..................................376, 495
Collision Warning System .........241
Compass Display .......................123
Console ......................................178
overhead ..................................180
rear ..........................................178
Coolant ......................................298
checking and adding ..............298
refill capacities ........................362
specifications ..........................362
Cooler ........................................179
Cross Traffic Alert ....................237
Cruise control ...........................227
Customer Assistance ................270
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................371
Getting roadside assistance ...270
Getting the service you
need .........................................276
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................282
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................280
D
Defrost .......................138, 140, 142
rear window ............................147
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................304
engine oil .................................297
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