battery FORD FOCUS 2018 Repair Manual

Check Every Month
Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display).
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghosesEngine air filter
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................222Blind Spot Information System..............169Switching the System Off and On................170System Errors.......................................................170Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem...............................................................170BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System..........169Body Styling Kits..........................................243Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............211Booster Seats..................................................24Types of Booster Seats......................................24Brake Fluid Check.........................................221Brakes................................................................147General Information...........................................147Breaking-In.....................................................186Bulb Specification Chart...........................232
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Cabin Air Filter...............................................109California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications - 1.0LEcoBoost™..................................................274Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates............................................................276Capacities.............................................................274Specifications......................................................274Capacities and Specifications -2.0L.................................................................277Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely ColdClimates...........................................................280Capacities..............................................................277Specifications......................................................278Capacities and Specifications...............268Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................237Catalytic Converter.......................................137On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................138Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing...................................................138Center Console...............................................118Changing a Bulb...........................................227Front Fog Lamp..................................................229
Headlamp.............................................................227LED Rear Lamps.................................................232Rear Lamps - 4 Door........................................230Rear Lamps - 5 Door..........................................231Replacing Licence Plate and High MountedBrake Lamp Bulbs.........................................232Changing a Fuse..........................................209Fuses......................................................................209Changing a Road Wheel...........................263Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.....................................................263Tire Change Procedure....................................264Changing the 12V Battery..........................222Changing the Engine Air Filter.................234Changing the Front Wiper Blades.........223Changing the Windshield WiperBlades................................................................224Service Position..................................................224Changing the Rear Wiper Blades...........224Checking MyKey System Status..............58MyKey Distance....................................................58Number of Admin Keys......................................58Number of MyKeys..............................................58Checking the Wiper Blades......................223Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................35Child Restraint Positioning.........................26Child Safety.......................................................16General Information.............................................16Child Safety Locks..........................................27Left-Hand Side.....................................................28Right-Hand Side...................................................28Cleaning Leather Seats.............................240Cleaning Products.......................................236Cleaning the Engine....................................238Cleaning the Exterior...................................237Cleaning the Headlamps.................................237Exterior Chrome Parts......................................237Exterior Plastic Parts.........................................237Stripes or Graphics............................................238Underbody...........................................................238Under Hood.........................................................238Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................240Cleaning the Interior...................................239Cleaning the Wheels...................................241Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................239
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Tilting Head Restraints .....................................112Heated Seats..................................................116Heated Steering Wheel................................73Heated Windows and Mirrors..................109Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................109Heated Rear Window.......................................109HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................104Hill Start Assist..............................................148Switching the System On and Off...............149Using Hill Start Assist.......................................149Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................107Cooling the Interior Quickly............................108General Hints........................................................107Heating the Interior Quickly............................107Recommended Settings for Cooling .........108Recommended Settings for Heating..........108Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather............................................................109Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................148Home Screen................................................346Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood............211
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Ignition Switch................................................119In California (U.S. Only).............................194Information Display Control.......................72Information Displays.....................................92General Information............................................92Information Messages.................................96Installing Child Restraints.............................17Child Restraints......................................................17Using Lap and Shoulder Belts..........................18Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH)............................................20Using Tether Straps.............................................22Instrument Cluster........................................86Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................77Interior Lamps.................................................80Front Interior Lamps (If Equipped)...............80Interior Luggage Compartment Release- 4-Door..........................................................66Interior Mirror...................................................84Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................190Connecting the Jumper Cables....................190Jump Starting........................................................191Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................190Removing the Jumper Cables.........................191
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Keyless Entry....................................................65SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRYKEYPAD..............................................................65Keyless Starting.............................................119Failure to Start.....................................................120Fast Restart............................................................121Starting Your Vehicle.........................................120Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving.................................................................121Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................121Switching the Ignition On to AccessoryMode..................................................................120Keys and Remote Controls.........................47
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Lane Keeping System.................................165Switching the System On and Off...............166Lighting Control..............................................76Headlamp Flasher................................................77High Beams............................................................76Parking Lamps.......................................................76Lighting...............................................................76General Information............................................76Load Carrying.................................................176Load Limit........................................................176Special Loading Instructions for Owners ofPick-up Trucks and Utility-typeVehicles..............................................................181Vehicle Loading - with and without aTrailer..................................................................176Locking and Unlocking................................60Activating Intelligent Access.............................61Autolock...................................................................62Autounlock.............................................................63Battery Saver.........................................................63Disabled Intelligent Access Keys....................62
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Perchlorate.........................................................11Personal Safety System™..........................37How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................37Phone...............................................................363During a Phone Call..........................................366Making Calls........................................................365Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime...................................................................363Phone Menu........................................................364Receiving Calls...................................................366Smartphone Connectivity..............................367Text Messaging...................................................367Post-Crash Alert System...........................192Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking............................60Power Seats.....................................................113Power Lumbar......................................................114Power Windows..............................................82Accessory Delay....................................................83Bounce-Back.........................................................82One-Touch Close.................................................82One-Touch Open..................................................82Rear Window Lock...............................................82Protecting the Environment........................15
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Rear Parking Aid............................................153Rear Seats........................................................114Folding the Seatback.........................................114Rear Under Floor Storage..........................176Cargo Management System...........................176Rear View Camera.......................................159Enhanced Park Aids............................................161Using the Rear View Camera System.........159Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera....................................159Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........75Rear Window Washer.........................................75Rear Window Wiper.............................................75Rear Wiper BladesSee: Changing the Rear Wiper Blades.......224Refueling..........................................................132Refueling System Overview............................132Refueling System Warning..............................134Refueling Your Vehicle......................................132
Remote Control - Vehicles With:Integrated Key Transmitter.....................50Changing the Remote Control Battery........50Integrated Keyhead Transmitter....................50Locating Your Vehicle..........................................51Programming a New Remote Control.........50Reprogramming the UnlockingFunction..............................................................50Sounding the Panic Alarm.................................51Remote Control - Vehicles With: KeylessEntry.................................................................47Changing the Remote Control Battery........48Intelligent Access Key.........................................47Locating Your Vehicle.........................................49Programming a New Remote Control.........48Reprogramming the UnlockingFunction..............................................................48Remote Control - Vehicles With: KeylessEntry with Remote Start............................51Changing the Remote Control Battery.........52Intelligent Access Key..........................................51Locating Your Vehicle.........................................53Programming a New Remote Control..........52Remote Start.........................................................53Reprogramming the UnlockingFunction..............................................................52Sounding the Panic Alarm................................53Remote Start..................................................110Automatic Settings.............................................110Heated and Cooled Devices............................110Last Settings.........................................................110Removing a Headlamp..............................226Repairing Minor Paint Damage................241Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................12Collision Repairs....................................................12Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs..................................................................12Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................54Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................198Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)..............................................................198Roadside Assistance..................................188Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance........................................................189
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Voice Commands for Audio Sources.........325Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............301Accessing Features through the PhoneMenu.................................................................306Accessing Your Phone Settings...................309Bluetooth Devices..............................................310Making Calls........................................................305Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............302Pairing Subsequent Phones..........................303Phone Options during an Active Call.........305Phone Voice Commands................................303Receiving Calls...................................................305System Settings...................................................311Text Messaging...................................................307Using Traction Control...............................150Switching the System Off...............................150System Indicator Lights andMessages..........................................................150Using a Switch.....................................................150Using the Information DisplayControls.............................................................150Using Voice Recognition...........................299Audio Voice Commands.................................348Initiating a Voice Session................................299Mobile App Voice Commands.......................351Navigation Voice Commands.......................350Phone Voice Commands................................349SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link VoiceCommands......................................................352System Interaction and Feedback.............300Voice Settings Commands............................352Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................196
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Vehicle Care...................................................236General Information.........................................236Vehicle Certification Label........................273Vehicle Identification Number.................272Vehicle Storage..............................................241Battery....................................................................242Body........................................................................242Brakes.....................................................................242Cooling system...................................................242Engine.....................................................................242Fuel system..........................................................242General...................................................................241
Miscellaneous.....................................................242Removing Vehicle From Storage..................242Tires.........................................................................242VentilationSee: Climate Control.........................................104VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number.............272Voice Control....................................................72
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Warning Lamps and Indicators.................87Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator..................87Airbag Warning Lamp.........................................87Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp....................................................................87Auto-Start-Stop Indicator................................88Battery Charging Condition WarningLamp...................................................................88Blind Spot Information SystemIndicator.............................................................88Brake System Warning Lamp.........................88Cruise Control Indicator.....................................88Direction Indicator...............................................88Door Ajar Warning Lamp..................................89Engine Warning Lamps.....................................89Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.....................89Front Fog Lamp Indicator.................................89Headlamp High Beam Indicator....................89Lamps on Indicator.............................................89Lane Keeping System Warning Lamp..........89Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp.............................89Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp.......................89Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp.................90Low Washer Fluid Level WarningLamp...................................................................90Message Center Indicator.................................90Oil Pressure Warning Lamp.............................90Stability Control and Traction ControlIndicator.............................................................90Stability Control and Traction Control OffWarning Lamp.................................................90Washer Fluid Check.....................................222WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................237See: Wipers and Washers..................................74Waxing.............................................................238
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