FORD FOCUS 2014 3.G Owners Manual

INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is
moving.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia based cleaning products.
You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also
have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or
down and from side to side.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night.
SUN VISORS
Slide-On-Rod (If Equipped)
Rotate the visor toward the side
window and extend it rearward for
extra sunlight coverage.
Retract the visor before moving it
back toward the windshield and
storing it.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
Lift the cover to switch on the
lamp.
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MOONROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not let children play with the moonroof or
leave them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt
themselves.
WARNING:When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it
is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are
not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.
You can manually open or close the sunscreen when the glass panel is
closed.
The moonroof has a one-touch open and close feature. To stop motion
during one-touch operation, press the control a second time.
The moonroof control is located on the
overhead console.
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Press and release the rear of the control to open the moonroof.
If the sliding shade is closed, it will open along with the moonroof.
The moonroof will stop short of the fully opened position.
Note:This position helps to reduce rumbling wind noise which may
happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and release the control again
to fully open the moonroof.
Press and release the front of the control to close the moonroof.
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Bounce-Back
The moonroof stops automatically while closing. It reverses some
distance if there is an obstacle in the way.
Press and hold the front of the control within two seconds of a
bounce-back event to override the function. While bounce-back is active,
the closing force increases for each of the next three time the moonroof
is closed.
Venting the Moonroof
Press and release the front of the control to vent the moonroof. Press
and hold the rear of the control to close the moonroof.
Relearning Function
If the moonroof does not close properly, follow this procedure:
1. Tilt the moonroof into the vent position as far as possible. Release the
switch.
2. Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see
the moonroof move.
3. Release the switch and immediately press and hold it again.
The moonroof will close, open fully and then close again. Do not release
the switch before the moonroof has reached the closed position for the
second time.
Safety Mode
The system enters a safety mode when it detects a malfunction.
The moonroof will move about 0.5 seconds at a time and then stop
again. Press the switch repeatedly until the moonroof is closed.
Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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GAUGES
A. Information display. SeeInformation Displaysfor more information.
B. Speedometer
C. Engine coolant temperature gauge
D. Fuel gauge
E. Tachometer
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Shows the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will remain in the center section. If the needle
enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the engine, switch
the ignition off and determine the cause once the engine has cooled down.
Note:Do not restart the engine until the cause of overheating has been
resolved.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
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Fuel gauge
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will indicate approximately how
much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when
the vehicle is moving or on a gradient. The arrow adjacent to the fuel
pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door
is located.
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle
condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you
start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after
starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for
further information.
Note:Some warning indicators appear in the information display and
function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start
your vehicle.
Airbag – Front
If it fails to illuminate on startup, continues to flash or remains
on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by
your authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a
malfunction in the indicator light.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking
system (without ABS) unless the brake warning lamp is also
illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system
checked by your authorized dealer.
Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
It will illuminate when this feature is deactivated or in
conjunction with a message.
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Brake System
It will illuminate when the parking brake is engaged and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not
engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake
fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked
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 as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause
brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch this feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check
for a burned out bulb.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are
driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level.
Note:Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level
being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt.
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Fog Lamps – Front (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch the front fog lamps on.
High Beam
It will illuminate when the headlamp high beam is switched on.
It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.
Information
It will illuminate when a new message is stored in the
information display. It will be red or amber in color depending
on the severity of the message and will remain on until the
cause of the message has been rectified. .
Low Fuel Level
It will illuminate when the fuel level is low or near empty.
Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
It illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp
remains on with the engine running or when driving, check
your tire pressure as soon as possible.
The lamp also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on
to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system
checked by your authorized dealer.
Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you turn off the overdrive function of
the transmission and switch on the grade assist function
Parking Lamps
It will illuminate when you switch the parking lamps on.
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Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after
the engine is started, it indicates that the On Board Diagnostics
system (OBD) has detected a malfunction of the vehicle
emissions control system. Refer toOn board diagnostics (OBD)in the
Fuel and Refuelingchapter for more information about having your
vehicle serviced.
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage
your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced
immediately.
Note:Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic converter or other vehicle components.
The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is
first turned on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate
whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is
cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However,
if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it
means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. SeeReadiness for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testingin theFuel and Refueling
chapter.
Stability Control System
It will flash when the system is active. It will illuminate when
you switch the ignition on to confirm it is functional. If it
remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you switch the
ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system
will switch off. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Stability Control System Off
It will illuminate when you switch off the system. It will go out
when you switch the system back on or when you switch the
ignition off.
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AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
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.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in RUN 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.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving..
Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information
display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information is
displayed in the information display.
Information Display Controls
•Press the up and down arrow
buttons to scroll through and
highlight the options within a
menu.
•Press the right arrow button to
enter a sub-menu.
•Press the left arrow button to exit
a menu.
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Press and hold the left arrow
button at any time to return to the
main menu display (escape button).
•Press the OK button to choose and confirm a setting/messages.
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