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AUTO-START-STOP (If Equipped)
The system helps reduce fuel consumption
by automatically shutting off and restarting
the engine while your vehicle is stopped.
The engine will restart automatically when
you release the brake pedal. In some
situations, your vehicle may restart
automatically, for example:
• To maintain interior comfort
• To recharge the battery
Note: Power assist steering is turned off
when the engine is off. WARNINGS
Always fully apply the parking brake.
Make sure you shift into park (P) for
vehicles with an automatic
transmission. Switch the ignition off and
remove the key whenever you leave your
vehicle. Before opening the hood or
performing any maintenance, fully
apply the parking brake, shift into
park (P) or neutral (N) and switch the
ignition off. Always switch the ignition off before
leaving the vehicle. If the ignition is
switched on an automatic restart
may occur at any time. The system may require the engine
to automatically restart when the
auto-start-stop indicator illuminates
green or flashes amber. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury. The Auto-Start-Stop system status is
available at a glance within the information
display. See Information Displays (page
96
). Enabling Auto-Start-Stop
The system is automatically enabled every
time you start your vehicle if the following
conditions are met:
•
The Auto-Start-Stop button is not
pressed (not illuminated).
• Your vehicle exceeds an initial speed
of
3 mph (5 km/h) after you have
initially started the vehicle.
• Your vehicle is stopped.
• Your foot is on the brake pedal.
• The transmission is in drive (D).
• The driver's door is closed.
• There is adequate brake vacuum.
• The interior compartment has been
cooled or warmed to an acceptable
level.
• The front windshield defroster is off.
• The steering wheel is not turned rapidly
or is not at a sharp angle.
• The vehicle is not on a steep road
grade.
• The battery is within optimal operating
conditions (battery state of charge and
temperature in range).
• The engine coolant is at operating
temperature.
• Elevation is below approximately
10,000 ft (3,050 m)
.
• Ambient temperature is moderate. The green Auto-Start-Stop
indicator light on the instrument
cluster will illuminate to indicate
when the automatic engine stop occurs. If the instrument cluster is
equipped with a grey
Auto-Start-Stop indicator light,
it is illuminated when automatic engine
stop is not available due to one of the
above noted conditions not being met.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage
and/or personal burn injuries, do not
start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running. 1.
Set the parking brake and shift to park
(P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1.
Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left-hand
side of the instrument panel.
2. Slightly lift the hood.
3. Release the hood latch by pushing the secondary release lever to your
left-hand side.
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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.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration. •
Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.
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Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.............................................................175
Home Screen................................................405
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........255
I
In California (U.S. Only)............................238
Information Display Control
.......................73
Information Displays....................................96 General Information........................................... 96
Information Messages
................................105
Active Park............................................................ 105
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................. 106
AdvanceTrac®..................................................... 106
Airbag...................................................................... 107
Alarm....................................................................... 107
All-Wheel Drive................................................... 109
Automatic Engine Shutdown........................ 109
Auto Start-Stop................................................... 107
Battery and Charging System......................... 110
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 110
Doors and Locks.................................................... 111
Driver Alert............................................................... 111
Fuel........................................................................\
..... 111
Hill Start Assist...................................................... 111
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 112
Lane Keeping System......................................... 113
Maintenance.......................................................... 113
MyKey....................................................................... 114
Park Aid................................................................... 115
Park Brake............................................................... 115
Power Steering..................................................... 116
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 116
Remote Start......................................................... 116
Seats........................................................................\
. 117
Starting System ................................................... 117
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 117
Traction Control................................................... 118
Transmission......................................................... 118
Installing Child Restraints............................19 Child Seats............................................................... 19
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 20
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 24
Using Tether Straps............................................. 26Instrument Cluster
........................................89
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................77 Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps...................... 78
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............78
Instrument Panel Overview........................16
Interior Lamps
.................................................80
Front Interior Lamps........................................... 80
Rear Interior Lamps.............................................. 81
Interior Luggage Compartment Release...........................................................66
Interior Mirror
...................................................86
Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................. 86
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 86
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................233 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 233
Jump Starting...................................................... 234
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 233
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 234
K
Keyless Entry
...................................................64
SECURICODE™ Keyless Entry
Keypad................................................................ 64
Keyless Starting
.............................................147
Ignition Modes...................................................... 147
Keys and Remote Controls........................50
L
Lane Keeping System
................................205
Switching the System On and Off..............206
Lighting Control
..............................................76
Headlamp Flasher................................................ 77
Headlamp High Beam........................................ 76
Lighting...............................................................76 General Information............................................ 76
Load Carrying.................................................218
Load Limit........................................................218 Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles............................................................. 222
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 218
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