service indicator FORD FOCUS 2013 3.G User Guide

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of
traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual
wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the
wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system
reduces engine power in order to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
In certain situations (e.g. stuck in snow or mud), turning the traction
control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin with full
engine power. Turn off the traction control system through the
information display. This option may not be available for all models. See
theInformation Displayschapter.
System Indicator Lights and Messages
WARNING:If a failure has been detected within the Traction
Control System, the stability control light will illuminate steadily.
Verify that the Traction Control System was not manually disabled
through the information display. If the stability control light still
illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with Traction Control disabled
could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death.
The stability control light temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up and flashes when a driving condition activates the
stability system.
The stability control off light temporarily illuminates on engine
start-up and stays on when the traction control system is
turned off.
When the traction control system is turned off or on, a message appears
in the information display showing system status.
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CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
WARNING:The use of tire sealants may damage your tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and should not be used.
However, if you must use a sealant, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on
the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer.
WARNING:SeeTire Pressure Monitoring Systemin this
chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor
sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring system indicator light will illuminate
when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality of the
monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensors. SeeTire Pressure Monitoring Systemearlier in
the chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible.
During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer
inspect the TPMS sensor for damage.
Dissimilar Spare Tire and Wheel Assembly Information
WARNING:Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an
increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare tire and wheel assembly, then it is intended
for temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a road tire and wheel assembly that is
the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally
provided by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it
should be replaced rather than repaired.
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Driving under special
conditions ..................................183
through water .........................220
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........................143
E
Eco Mode ..................................206
Electronic message center .......108
Electronic stability control ......191
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................225
running out of fuel .................172
Emission control system ..........176
End user license agreement ....450
Engine ........................................303
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................250
idle speed control ...................255
lubrication specifications .......304
refill capacities ........................304
service points ..........................248
Engine block heater .................167
Engine fan .................................248
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............249
dipstick ....................................249
filter, specifications ................307
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..........................304
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................167
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .................248
Fleet MyKey programming ........66Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....169
Floor mats .................................221
Fluid capacities .........................304
Fog lamps ....................................92
Forward and reverse sensing
system ........................................193
Fuel
cap ...........................................174
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........171
filler funnel .............................172
filling your vehicle with fuel ..174
filter, specifications ........254, 307
fuel pump shut-off ..................224
octane rating ...........................171
quality ......................................171
running out of fuel .................172
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................169
Fuel and distance
computer ...........................110–111
outside temperature
indicator ..........................110–111
to empty indicator ..........110–111
trip distance ....................110–111
trip/reset button .............110–111
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................169, 171
Fuses ..........................236–237, 243
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............174
Gauges .......................................102
odometer .........................110–111
trip odometer ..................110–111
H
Hazard flashers .........................224
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