tow FORD FOCUS 2018 User Guide

GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSSStandards of Industry Canada. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and
•This device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance couldvoid the user's authority to operate theequipment. The term "IC:" before the radiocertification number only signifies thatIndustry Canada technical specificationswere met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).Vehicles with the remote start feature willhave a greater range. One of the followingcould cause a decrease in operating range:
•Weather conditions.
•Nearby radio towers.
•Structures around the vehicle.
•Other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions,for example amateur radios, medicalequipment, wireless headphones, remotecontrols and alarm systems can also usethe radio frequency used by your remotecontrol. If the frequencies are jammed, youwill not be able to use your remote control.You can lock and unlock the doors with thekey.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
Note:The remote control contains sensitiveelectrical components. Exposure to moistureor impact may cause permanent damage.
REMOTE CONTROL - VEHICLES
WITH: KEYLESS ENTRY
Intelligent Access Key
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
Note: The system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.Use of these systems may result in enginestarting problems and a loss of securityprotection.
Note: Metallic objects, electronic devicesor a second coded key on the same keychain may result in vehicle startingproblems, especially if they are too close tothe key when starting your vehicle. Preventthese objects from touching the coded keywhen starting your vehicle. If your vehiclefails to start, switch the ignition off, moveall objects on the key chain away from thekey and start your vehicle.
Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded keyin your vehicle. Always take your keys andlock all doors when leaving your vehicle.
SecuriLock
The system helps prevent the engine fromstarting unless you use a coded keyprogrammed to your vehicle. A messagemay appear in the information display.
If your vehicle fails to start, the system mayhave a fault. Contact an authorized dealer.A message may appear in the informationdisplay.
Automatic Arming
The system arms when you switch theignition off.
Automatic Disarming
The system disarms when you switch theignition on with a coded key.
Replacement Keys
Note:Your vehicle comes with two keys.
The intelligent access key functions as aprogrammed key that operates the driverdoor lock and turns on the intelligentaccess with push button start system, aswell as a remote control.
If your intelligent access keys are lost orstolen and you do not have an extra codedkey, you need to have your vehicle towedto an authorized dealer. You need to erasethe key codes from your vehicle andprogram new coded keys.
Store a spare intelligent access key awayfrom your vehicle in a safe place. Contactan authorized dealer to purchaseadditional spare or replacement keys.
Programming a Spare IntegratedKeyhead Transmitter
You can program your own integratedkeyhead transmitter or standardSecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. Thisprocedure will program both the vehicleimmobilizer keycode and the remote entryportion of the remote control to yourvehicle.
Only use integrated keyhead transmittersor standard SecuriLock keys.
You must have two previouslyprogrammed coded keys and the newunprogrammed key readily accessible.Contact an authorized dealer to have thespare key programmed if two previouslyprogrammed keys are not available.
Make sure that the ignition is switched offbefore beginning this procedure. Carry outall steps within 30 seconds of starting thesequence. Stop and wait for at least oneminute before starting again if you carryout any steps out of sequence.
Note:You can program a maximum of eightcoded keys to your vehicle. All eight can beintegrated keyhead transmitters.
Read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.
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To operate the washers and spray thewindshield, pull the lever toward you.When you release the lever, the wipers willoperate for a short time.
REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHERS (If Equipped)
Rear Window Wiper
Note:Make sure you switch the rearwindow wiper and ignition off before usingan automatic car wash.
Intermittent wipe.A
Low speed wipe.B
Off.C
Press the top of the button to switchintermittent wipe on. Press the top of thebutton again to switch low speed wipe on.Press the bottom of the button to switchthe rear window wiper off.
When you shift into reverse (R) and thefront wipers are on, the rear wiper mayautomatically turn on to intermittent wipe.
Rear Window Washer
Push the lever away from you to operatethe rear window washer. When you releasethe lever, wiping continues for a shortperiod of time.
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Push the lever away from you to switchthe high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull thelever toward you to switch the high beamsoff.
Headlamp Flasher
Slightly pull the lever toward you andrelease it to flash the headlamps.
AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)
WARNING
The system does not relieve you ofyour responsibility to drive with duecare and attention. You may need tooverride the system if it does not turn theheadlamps on in low visibility conditions,for example daytime fog.
When the lighting control is in theautolamps position, the headlamps turnon in low light situations, or when thewipers turn on.
The headlamps remain on for a period oftime after you switch the ignition off. Usethe information display controls to adjustthe period of time that the headlampsremain on.
Note: If you switch the autolamps on, youcannot switch the high beams on until thesystem turns the low beams on.
Windshield Wiper ActivatedHeadlamps
When you switch the autolamps on, theheadlamps turn on within 10 seconds ofswitching the wipers on. They turn offapproximately 60 seconds after you switchthe windshield wipers off.
The headlamps do not turn on with thewipers:
•During a single wipe.
•When using the windshield washers.
•If the wipers are in intermittent mode.
Note:If you switch the autolamps and theautowipers on, the headlamps turn on whenthe windshield wipers continuously operate.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
Note:You disable the manual dimmerwhen you adjust the setting to AutoDimming in the information display. SeeInformation Displays (page 92).
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Note:If you disconnect the battery or itbecomes discharged, the illuminatedcomponents will switch to the maximumsetting.
Press repeatedly or press and hold untilyou reach the desired level.
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you canswitch the headlamps on by pulling thedirection indicator lever toward you. Youwill hear a short tone. The headlamps willswitch off automatically after threeminutes with any door open or 30 secondsafter the last door has been closed. Youcan cancel this feature by pulling thedirection indicator toward you again orswitching the ignition on.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
WARNING
The daytime running lamps systemdoes not activate the rear lamps andmay not provide adequate lightingduring low visibility driving conditions. Also,the autolamps switch position may notactivate the headlamps in all low visibilityconditions, such as daytime fog. Make surethe headlamps are switched to auto or on,as appropriate, during all low visibilityconditions. Failure to do so may result in acrash.
Type 1 - Conventional (Non-Configurable)
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1.The ignition is switched to the onposition.
2.The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissionsor the parking brake is released forvehicles with manual transmissions.
3.The lighting control is in the off, parkinglamp or autolamps positions.
4.The headlamps are off.
Type 2 - Configurable
Switch the daytime running lamps on oroff using the information display controls.See Information Displays (page 92).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1.They are switched on in the informationdisplay. See Information Displays(page 92).
2.The ignition is switched to the onposition.
3.The transmission is not in park (P) forvehicles with automatic transmissionsor the parking brake is released forvehicles with manual transmissions.
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6.Release the switch.
7.Press and hold the switch until thewindow is fully open.
8.Lift and hold the switch until thewindow is fully closed.
9.Release the switch.
10.Open the window and then try toclose it using one-touch close.
Note:Repeat the procedure if the windowdoes not close when you use one-touch.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window controls forseveral minutes after switching off theignition or until opening either front door.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when yourvehicle is moving.
Left-hand mirrorA
OffB
Right-hand mirrorC
Press the arrows to adjust the mirror.
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door windowglass. Make sure that you fully engage themirror in its support when returning it to itsoriginal position.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page109).
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If
Equipped)
WARNING
Objects in the blind spot mirror arecloser than they appear.
Blind spot mirrors have an integratedconvex mirror built into the upper outboardcorner of the exterior mirrors. They aredesigned to increase your visibility alongthe side of your vehicle.
Check the main mirror first before a lanechange, then check the blind spot mirror.If no vehicles are present in the blind spotmirror and the traffic in the adjacent laneis at a safe distance, signal that you intendto change lanes. Glance over your shoulderto verify traffic is clear and carefullychange lanes.
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The image of the approaching vehicle issmall and near the inboard edge of themain mirror when it is at a distance. Theimage becomes larger and begins to moveoutboard across the main mirror as thevehicle approaches (A). The image willtransition from the main mirror and beginto appear in the blind spot mirror as thevehicle approaches (B). The vehicle willtransition to your peripheral field of viewas it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 169).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirrors when yourvehicle is moving. This could resultin the loss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward youto reduce the effect of bright light frombehind.
SUN VISORS (If Equipped)
Rotate the sun visor toward the sidewindow and extend it rearward for extrashade.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
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If the needle enters the red section, theengine is overheating. Stop the engine,switch the ignition off and determine thecause once the engine has cooled down.See Engine Coolant Check (page 217).
Fuel Gauge
Note:: The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge willindicate approximately how much fuel isleft in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent tothe fuel pump symbol indicates on whichside of your vehicle the fuel filler door islocated.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needleposition is normal.
Note:It may take a short time for theneedle to reach F after leaving the gasstation. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than the gaugeindicated. This is normal and depends uponthe slope of pavement at the gas station.
Note:If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a different gaspump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers at about 50miles (80 km). The low fuel warning lightwill light, a warning chime will sound anda pop up will be shown in the displayindicating the remaining distance to empty.You will also get a subsequent reminderat 20, 10 and 0 miles.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators alert you to a vehicle conditionthat may become serious. Some lampsilluminate when you start your vehicle tomake sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator
(If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe system on.
It illuminates white when the system is instandby mode. It illuminates green whenyou set the adaptive cruise speed.
Airbag Warning Lamp
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, continuesto flash or remains on when theengine is running, this indicates amalfunction. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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1.Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivoting itforward again will then release it to therearward, un-tilted position.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged.
The manual front seats may consist of:
A bar to move the seat backwardand forward.A
A lever to adjust the height of theseat.B
A lever to adjust the angle of theseatback.C
POWER SEATS
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving. Adjusting your seatbackwhile your vehicle is in motion may causeloss of control of your vehicle.
Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat'ssafety belt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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3.Stow the safety belt in the beltstowage clip. This will prevent thesafety belt from getting caught in theseat latch.
When raising the seatback(s), make sureyou hear the seat latch into place and thatno red portion is visible on the releasebutton on both sides.
Flip Up Seat Cushions (If Equipped)
WARNING
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. Make sure that thesafety belt is not laying on the seat latch.After returning the seatback to its originalposition, pull on the seatback to make surethat it has fully latched. An unlatched seatmay become dangerous in the event of asudden stop or crash.
For additional cargo space, flip the seatcushions up before folding the seatback.This feature is only available on vehicleswith a split folding seatback.
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