FORD FOCUS 2008 2.G Quick Reference Guide
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2008, Model line: FOCUS, Model: FORD FOCUS 2008 2.GPages: 2, PDF Size: 1.2 MB
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This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your 
vehicle Owner’s Guide which  contains more detailed 
information concerning the  features of your vehicle, as  well as important safety 
warnings designed to help 
reduce the risk of injury to you  and your occupants. Please 
read your entire Owner’s Guide  carefully as you begin learning  about your new vehicle and  refer to the appropriate 
chapters when questions arise.
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248 
Dearborn, MI 48121
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired:  
1-800-232-5952)
July 2007
First Printing
Quick Reference Guide Focus
Litho in U.S.A.
USB Port (if equipped) Your vehicle may be 
equipped with a USB port inside your   
center console. This feature allows you to  plug in media playing devices, memory 
sticks, and to charge devices. For further   
information on this feature, refer to your  SYNC supplement.
AUxiliAry inPUt JAck The auxiliary input jack  provides a way to connect your portable 
music player to the in-vehicle audio system  and allows the audio from a portable music  player to be played through the vehicle 
speakers with high fidelity. Press AUX on 
the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN  appears in the display.
AUxiliAry Power Point (12VDc) The   
auxiliary power points are located on the  instrument panel. Do not use the power 
points for operating the cigarette lighter 
element (if equipped). To prevent the fuse  from being blown, do not use the power  point(s) over the vehicle capacity of   
12 VDC/180W. 
Moon roof (if equipped) The moon roof has an  automatic, one-touch, express opening and  closing feature. To open or close the moon  roof, press and release the rear or front 
portion of the moon roof control. To stop  motion at any time during the   
one-touch operation, press the control a  second time. 
tilt Steering To adjust the steering wheel, 
pull the lever down to unlock the steering  column, then move the steering wheel up 
or down until you find the desired position.  While holding the steering wheel in place,pull the lever up to its original position to  lock the steering column.  SecUrilocktM PASSiVe Anti-tHeft SySteM  
SecuriLockTM passive anti-theft system 
is an engine immobilization system. This 
system is designed to help prevent the 
engine from being started unless a coded 
key programmed to your vehicle is used. 
The use of the wrong type of coded key 
may lead to a “no-start” condition.
reAr SeA tS One or both rear seatbacks can 
be folded down to provide additional cargo 
space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside 
the vehicle, pull the strap located on the 
outboard side of the seatback to release it, 
and then fold seatback down. When raising 
the seatback(s), make sure you hear the 
seat latch into place.
HeA teD SeA tS (if equipped) The heated seats 
switch is located on the instrument panel. 
To operate the heated seats, push the 
control to activate. Push again to  
deactivate. The heated seats will activate 
when the ignition is in the RUN position 
and the engine is running. The system 
automatically shuts off after 10 minutes.
HeADlAMP/fog lAMP control Turn the  
headlamp control clockwise to the first 
position to turn on the parking lamps,  
instrument panel lamps, license plate 
lamps and the tail lamps. Continue to  
turn the headlamp control to the second 
position to turn on the headlamps. The  
fog lamps (if equipped) can be turned on 
when the headlamp control is in the 
 or  position and the high beams are not  
turned on. Pull the headlamp control 
towards you to turn the fog lamps on. The 
fog lamp indicator 
 light on the  
headlamp control will illuminate.
Power MirrorS (if equipped) Rotate the  
control clockwise to adjust the right mirror or counterclockwise to adjust the left 
 
mirror. Move the control in the direction  you wish to tilt the mirror. Return to the 
center position to lock the mirrors in place.  If your vehicle has both rear defroster and  heated mirrors, the mirrors are heated 
automatically to remove ice, mist and fog 
when the rear window defrost is activated.
AMBient ligHting (if equipped) The   
ambient lighting control switch 
 is 
located on the instrument panel. Pressing  this switch will illuminate 4 footwells and  3 cupholders with a choice of 7 colors. 
To activate, press and release the control 
switch to cycle through the 7 color choices  and off. The lights come on to the last color choice whenever the headlamps/ parklamps are turned on through the   
headlamp switch. 
reMote keyleSS entry (if equipped) This 
feature allows you to lock or unlock the 
vehicle’s doors without a key. It also allows  you to activate a personal alarm, arm or 
disarm an anti-theft system (if equipped)  or open the luggage compartment.
cAr finDer Press 
 twice within three    
seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn  lamps will flash. It is recommended that 
this method be used to locate your vehicle,  rather than using the panic alarm.
SMArt lockS This feature helps to prevent 
you from locking yourself out of the vehicle  if your key is still in the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors and  you lock the vehicle with the power door 
lock control, all the doors will lock, then all  doors will automatically unlock reminding  you that your key is still in the ignition.
All information contained in 
this Quick Reference Guide 
was accurate at the time of 
duplication. We reserve the 
right to change features, 
operation and/or functionality 
of any vehicle specification at 
any time. Your Ford dealer is 
the best source for the most 
current information. 
For detailed operating  
and safety information, please 
consult your Owner’s Guide.
1 loAD Press LOAD and a memory preset 
to load a specific slot. Press and hold to 
autoload up to six CDs. Not operational on 
single CD system.
2 on/off/Vol (Volume) Press to turn on or 
off. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If 
the volume is set above a certain level and 
the ignition is turned off, the volume will 
come back on at a “nominal” listening 
level when the ignition switch is turned 
back on.
3 Direct Press to access a desired radio 
station, track, MP3 folder or SIRIUS  
satellite channel (if equipped).
4  (Phone) If your vehicle is equipped 
with SYNC, press to access SYNC PHONE 
features. For further information, please 
refer to the SYNC supplement. If your 
vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the 
display will read NO PHONE.
5 ScAn In radio mode, press for a brief 
sampling of all strong radio stations. In CD/
MP3 mode, press for a brief sampling of 
all tracks on the current disc or folder.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press 
SCAN for a brief sampling of all available 
SIRIUS satellite channels.
6 cA t (category)/folD (folder) In Radio 
mode, press  to select from various 
music categories. In MP3 mode, press 
FOLD and then press 
 to access the 
previous/next folder. In satellite radio mode 
(if equipped), press to toggle between 
turning the most recently selected satellite 
radio category on or off.
7 AM/fM Press repeatedly to select an AM/
FM1/FM2 frequency band. 
8 MeMory PreSetS To set a station, select a 
frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, then press and hold a preset   
button until sound returns. You can store  up to 30 stations, ten in AM, ten in FM1 
and ten in FM2. In CD/MP3 mode, press to  select tracks or desired folders. In satellite  radio mode (if equipped), there are 30 
available presets, 10 each for SAT1, SAT2  and SAT3. To save satellite channels in  your memory presets, tune to 
the desired channel then press and hold a  preset control until sound returns.
9 Seek/trAck Press to access the previous 
or next strong station, CD track, previous/ next channel (if equipped with satellite radio), previous/additional display text   
or category.
10 cD Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a 
disc is already loaded into the system, a 
CD/MP3 will begin where it ended last. If  no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display.
11 AUx Press repeatedly to cycle through 
LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode), SYNC (if
equipped) or SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes 
(satellite radio, if equipped). Satellite radio  is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized  dealer for availability.
12 SiriUS (Satellite radio, if equipped) Press 
repeatedly to access satellite radio mode.  Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, 
SAT2 and SAT3 modes. SIRIUS Satellite  Radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music,   
sports, news and entertainment   
programming. For more information on   
extended subscription terms, contact  SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474.
13 text Press this button repeatedly to view 
Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and
Artist (AR) in the MP3 mode, if available. 
Press and release to display the artist and 
song title in satellite mode (if equipped). 
When the < / > indicator is active while in 
TEXT mode, there is additional text to be 
displayed. Press TEXT, then 
 to view 
the additional text. 
14 MenU Press repeatedly to access the  
following features: SATELLITE RADIO
MENU (if equipped) Press MENU when 
satellite radio mode is active to access. 
Press OK to enter into the satellite radio 
menu. Press to cycle through the following 
options: CATEGORY, SAVE SONG, DELETE 
SONG, DELETE ALL SONGS, ENABLE 
ALERTS/DISABLE ALERTS. 
15 SoUnD Press repeatedly to cycle through 
the following features: BASS, TREBLE, 
BALANCE, FADE, SPEED COMPENSATED 
VOLUME, ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode,  
if equipped).
16 clock To set the time, press CLOCK. 
The display will read SET TIME. Use the 
memory preset numbers to enter in the 
desired time, hours and minutes. 
17 tUne/ok Turn the knob to go up or down 
the frequency band. In CD/DVD mode (if 
equipped), press this control to play or 
pause the current CD/DVD. 
ok Your vehicle may be equipped with 
special phone and media features which 
will require you to confirm commands by 
pressing OK. For further information, refer 
to the SYNC supplement.
18 eJect Press this button and a memory 
preset to eject a CD from a specific slot. 
Press and hold to auto eject all CDs  
present in the system.
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is fun, quick and dependable. It’s going to be like hanging out with your new 
best friend, from spur of the moment  errands to 2,000 mile-road trips.
Focus comes equipped with lots of cool  features – most are no-brainers, but 
some may be new to you. So take a few  minutes to use this Quick Reference 
Guide to familiarize yourself with your 
Focus and enjoy the time you’ll spend  with your newfound friend. 
For more detailed information,   
including important safety information,  please consult your Owner’s Guide.
1 SPeeD control (if 
equipped)
 To set a speed, 
press the ON button, 
accelerate to the desired 
speed and press the SET+ 
button, then take your 
foot off the accelerator pedal. You can 
increase your speed by pressing and  
releasing the SET+ until you reach the 
desired speed. You can decrease speed 
the same way using the SET- button. To 
disengage the speed control, press the OFF 
button or depress the brake pedal.
2 MUlti-fUnction leVer 
The multi-function lever 
controls the windshield 
wiper modes, speeds and 
the windshield washer. 
Rotate the end of the 
control away or toward you to increase/  
decrease the speed of the wipers. For 
windshield washer control, push the end  
of the stalk briefly to cause a single swipe 
of the wipers without washer fluid. With  
a quick push and hold, the wipers will 
swipe three times with washer fluid. With  
a long push and hold, the wipers and 
washer fluid will be activated for up to  
ten seconds. Push up or down to activate 
the right turn or left turn signal. Push the  
lever toward the instrument panel to  
activate high beams. Pull the lever toward 
you to deactivate. 
3 SerVice engine Soon ligHt 
The service engine soon 
indicator light illuminates  when the ignition is first 
turned to the ON position  to check the bulb. If the  light turns solid or blinks, the On-Board   
Diagnostics System has detected a   
malfunction. Drive in a moderate fashion 
(avoid heavy acceleration or deceleration) 
and have your vehicle serviced immediately.
4 Anti-lock BrAkeS (if  equipped)
 This system 
helps you maintain   
steering control during  emergency stops by   
keeping the brakes from 
locking. The light will illuminate when you  start your engine. If the light does not   
illuminate during start up, remains on or 
flashes, there may be a malfunction, see your  dealer’s service department immediately.
 
5 Steering wHeel AUDio controlS (if equipped)
 
Press MEDIA to select AM, 
FM1, FM2, or CD, SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (satellite 
radio mode, if equipped) or  LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) (if equipped)
. 
Press VOL + or VOL - to 
adjust the volume. Press 
 to access the next/previous 
strong preset station or track on a CD.
 
Sync  HAnDS free control feA tUre  
(if equipped) Press and hold the  control 
briefly until the voice appears on the  
display. Press and hold 
 to send a call 
or text message. Press OK to confirm your 
selection. For further information  
on the SYNC system, refer to the  
SYNC supplement. 
6 AUDio SySteM Refer to the Audio System 
section for instructions on this feature.
7 trAction control™  
(if equipped)
 This system 
helps you maintain the 
stability and steerability 
of your vehicle, especially 
on slippery road surfaces 
such as snow or ice-covered roads and 
gravel roads. The Traction Control™ switch, 
located on the center console by the 
gearshift lever, can deactivate the traction 
control system, but will automatically turn 
the system back on every time the ignition 
is turned off and on. For more information, 
please refer to your owner’s guide.
8 clock Refer to the Audio System section 
for instructions on this feature.
locA tion of SPAre tire AnD toolS (if 
equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped 
with a conventional spare tire that is 
located in the luggage compartment under  the floor cover. Remove the spare tire and  jack by turning their tie-down bolts   
counterclockwise. The lug wrench is   
located in a bag next to, or on top of the  spare tire. Refer to the Roadside   
Emergencies chapter in the Owner’s Guide  for further information
fUel recoMMenDAtionS For optimum 
performance, use “Regular” unleaded  gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane   
rating of 87. We do not recommend the 
use of gasolines labeled as “Regular” that 
are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower  in high altitude areas. Use only   
UNLEADED or UNLEADED fuel blended  with a mixture of 10% ethanol. Your 
vehicle was not designed to run on E85 
fuels that are blended with a maximum of  85% ethanol.
fUel PUMP SHUt-off SwitcH The fuel 
pump shut-off switch stops the electric 
fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine  when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. This switch is located in the front 
passenger’s footwell, behind the kick panel  access cover. For more information   
regarding the fuel pump shut-off switch, 
refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter  of your Owner’s Guide.
fUSeS If the vehicle’s electrical   
components are not working properly, a 
fuse may have blown. For more informa-
tion regarding changing fuses, refer to the  Roadside Emergencies chapter of your  Owner’s Guide. 
tire PreSSUre Safe operation of your 
Focus requires that your tires be 
properly inflated. The recommended   
inflation pressure is found on the Tire Label or the Safety Compliance 
Certification Label located near the front 
door latch on the edge of the driver’s door At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the
tire pressure. Don’t forget the spare (if 
equipped). Air pressure should be checked 
when the tires are cool. Inflate all tires to 
the inflation pressure recommended by 
Ford Motor Company. As an added safety 
feature, your vehicle has been equipped 
with a tire pressure monitoring system 
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure 
warning light 
 when one or more of your 
tires is significantly under-inflated. Refer to 
the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter in 
the Owner’s Guide for further information.
teMPorAry MoBility kit (if equipped) Your 
vehicle may be equipped with a temporary 
mobility kit located in the spare tire well in 
the trunk. The temporary mobility kit  
consists of an air compressor to reinflate 
the tire and a sealing compound in a  
canister that will seal most punctures 
caused by nails or similar objects. This kit
will provide a temporary seal allowing you 
to drive your vehicle up to 120 miles (200 
km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 
km/h). Do not attempt to repair punctures 
larger than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) or damage 
to the tire’s sidewall. The tire may not 
completely seal. If you use the Tire  
Mobility Kit (TMK), the sealant compound 
in the canister is to be used for one tire 
only. See your Ford authorized dealer for 
additional replacement sealant canisters.
reAr winDow BUffeting When one or both 
of the rear windows are open, the vehicle 
may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting 
noise; this noise is common among a wide 
range of vehicles and can be eliminated  
by simply lowering a front window  
approximately two to three inches.
roADSiDe ASSiSt Ance During your vehicle’s 
warranty period, the assurance and support 
of a 24-hour emergency roadside  
assistance program is included. Roadside 
assistance includes such services as fuel 
delivery, tire changes, jump starts, help 
when you are locked out of your vehicle, 
and towing. To receive roadside assistance 
in the United States, call (800) 241-3673.  
In Canada, call (800) 665-2006.
Use extreme caution when using any 
 
device or feature that may take your  attention off the road. Your primary 
responsibility is the safe operation of 
the vehicle. Only use the non-essential  features and devices when it is safe   
to do so.
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