coolant temperature FORD FOCUS 2015 3.G Owners Manual

Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning Fasten safety belt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
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GAUGES
Information display.
A
Speedometer.
B
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
C
Fuel gauge.
D
Tachometer.
E
Information Display
Compass (If Equipped)
Displays the vehicle ’s heading direction.
Odometer
Records the total distance traveled by your
vehicle. Outside Air Temperature (If Equipped)
Shows the outside air temperature.
Trip Computer
See Trip Computer (page 98).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See
(page 96).
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Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
At normal operating temperature, the
needle remains in the center section.
Note:
Do not restart the engine until the
cause of overheating has been determined
and resolved.
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.
See Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
Fuel Gauge
Note: : The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will
indicate approximately how much fuel is
left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to
the fuel pump symbol indicates on which
side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is
located. The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needle
position is normal.
Note:
It may take a short time for the
needle to reach F after leaving the gas
station. This is normal and depends upon
the slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note: The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the gauge
indicated. This is normal and depends upon
the slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note: If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different gas
pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Level Reminder
Vehicles with no distance-to-empty
display
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at 1/16th.
Vehicles equipped with distance-to-
empty display
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuel
gauge needle is at 1/16th or about 35 miles
(56 km) to empty, whichever occurs first.
Variations:
Note: : The low fuel warning and distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel
gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal. Distance-to-empty
Fuel gauge position
Driving type (fuel economy
conditions)
35 miles to 80 miles (56 kmto 129 km)
1/16th
Highway driving
10 miles to 35 miles (16 kmto 56 km)
1/16th-1/4
Severe duty driving (trailer
towing, extended idle)
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Action
Message
Displayed when the blind spot information system andcross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information System (page 167).
Cross Traffic Sensor blocked
See manual
Displays when the system requires service due to amalfunction. Contact an authorized dealer.
Cross Traffic fault Service
required
Displayed when the system is not available due to
trailer use. See
Blind Spot Information System (page 167).
Cross Traffic not available
Trailer attached
Doors Action
Message
Displays when the door(s) listed is not completelyclosed.
Passenger door ajar
Driver door ajar
Passenger side rear door ajar Driver side rear door ajar Displays when the luggage compartment is notcompletely closed.
Liftgate Ajar
Displays when the hood is not completely closed.
Hood open
Engine Action
Message
Engine service is required. Contact an authorizeddealer.
Engine fault Service now
Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop
the vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.If the problem persists, contact an authorized dealer. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 214).
High engine temperature Stop
safely
Displays when the engine has reduced power in orderto help reduce high coolant temperature.
Power reduced to lower engine
temperature
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least 1.0 in
(2.5 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury.
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock. Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C). The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
•
Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
• Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
• Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
• Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
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We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents. Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
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 your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that 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,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
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Front Parking Aid..........................................154
Front Sensing System....................................... 154
Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 155
Front Passenger Sensing System............43
Fuel and Refueling........................................132
Fuel Consumption........................................137 Calculating Fuel Economy............................... 137
Filling the Tank..................................................... 137
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................134
Fuel Filter..........................................................217
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................133 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 133
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................133 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 133
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................190
Fuses................................................................200
Fuse Specification Chart..........................200 Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................. 200
Luggage Compartment Fuse Box...............206
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...........204
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Gauges...............................................................90 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............91
Fuel Gauge............................................................... 91
Information Display............................................ 90
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................50
General Maintenance Information........425 Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 427
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 426
Protecting Your Investment........................... 425
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 425
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 425
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................197
Getting the Services You Need...............194 Away From Home.............................................. 194
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 149
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................190
Headlamp Exit Delay
...................................80 Head Restraints
..............................................114
Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 115
Tilting Head Restraints ..................................... 115
Heated Seats
..................................................119
Heated Steering Wheel................................76
Heated Windows and Mirrors
....................112
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 112
Heated Rear Window......................................... 112
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 107
Hill Start Assist..............................................149 Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 150
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................110
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................... 111
General Hints........................................................ 110
Heating the Interior Quickly............................. 110
Recommended Settings for Cooling ............111
Recommended Settings for Heating.............111
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 112
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................148
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........210
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Ignition Switch...............................................122
In California (U.S. Only).............................195
Information Display Control.......................76
Information Displays....................................96 General Information........................................... 96
Information......................................................371 911 Assist................................................................ 377
Alerts....................................................................... 377
Calendar................................................................. 377
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 376
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................... 372
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 379
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