light FORD FOCUS 2014 3.G Owner's Manual

AUTOLAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:It may be necessary to switch your headlamps on manually in
severe weather conditions.
The headlamps will switch on and
off automatically in low light
situations or during inclement
weather.
The headlamps will remain on for a
period of time after you switch the
ignition off. You can adjust the time
delay using the information display
controls.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
Note:The illumination settings default to the maximum setting after the
battery is disconnected then reconnected, or discharged then recharged.
Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps
Press repeatedly or press and hold
until the desired level is reached.
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Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps
A. Press repeatedly or press and
holdtodim.
B. Press repeatedly or press and
hold to brighten.
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you can switch the headlamps on by
pulling the direction indicator lever toward you. You will hear a short
tone. The headlamps will switch off automatically after three minutes
with any door open or 30 seconds after the last door has been closed.
You can cancel this feature by pulling the direction indicator toward you
again or switching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to switch your headlamps on in
low light situations or during inclement weather. The system does
not activate the tail lamps and may not provide adequate lighting
during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these
conditions may result in a collision.
The system switches the headlamps on in daylight conditions.
To switch the system on, switch the ignition on, and switch the lighting
control to the off, autolamp, or parking lamp positions.
AB
A
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FRONT FOG LAMPS
Press the control to switch the fog
lamps on or off.
You can switch the fog lamps on
when the lighting control is in any
position except off and the high
beams are not on.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Push the lever up or down to use the
direction indicators.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash
three times to indicate a lane change.
INTERIOR LAMPS
The lamps will switch on when one of the following conditions have been
met:
•You open any door.
•You press a remote control button.
•You press switch D on the front interior lamp.
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Note:Press switch C on the front interior lamp to switch the
courtesy and door illumination function off when you open any door.
The indicator lamp will illuminate yellow when the door function is off.
When the door function is off and you open a door, the courtesy and
door lamps will stay off.
Press switch C again to switch them back on. The indicator lamp will
illuminate blue when the door function is on. When the door function is
on and you open a door, the courtesy and door lamps will switch on.
Front Interior lamp (if equipped)
Note:Some interior lamps are equipped with a single switch for the left
and right map lamps.
A. Left map lamp switch, if
equipped
B. Right map lamp switch, if
equipped
C. Door function switch
D. All lamps on and off switch
Front/Rear Interior lamp (if equipped)
Press switch A to switch individual map lamps on and
off (if equipped).
A
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AMBIENT LIGHTING (IF EQUIPPED)
The ambient lighting system illuminates the interior with a choice of
several colors. The ambient lighting control is located in the overhead
console.
A. Color palette
B. Control knob
C. Search mode
•Rotate B to switch on and adjust to the desired brightness.
•Press A to cycle through the color choices.
•Press C to switch on all interior lamps and all ambient lighting.
Press C again to switch off the interior lamps and return the ambient
lighting to the previously selected color.
The ambient lighting will switch on when the following conditions have
been met:
•you switch the ignition on
•you switch the headlamps on
The ambient lighting will remain on until you switch the ignition off and
one of the following conditions have been met:
•you lock your vehicle
•the accessory delay timer expires.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle
and do not let them play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING:When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and make sure that children and
pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
Note:You may hear a pulsing noise when just one of the windows is
open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise.
Press the switch to open the window.
Lift the switch to close the window.
One-Touch Down (If Equipped)
Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window.
One-Touch Up (If Equipped)
Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.
Window Lock
Press the control to lock or unlock the rear
window controls. It illuminates when you lock
the rear window controls.
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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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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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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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