battery FORD FUSION (AMERICAS) 2014 2.G Owners Manual

Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................224
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only).............................................................224
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly).............................................................225
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................226
Changing a Fuse...........................................235
Maintenance
General Information...................................236
Opening and Closing the Hood..............236
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™/1.6L EcoBoost™.......................................238
Under Hood Overview - 2.0LEcoBoost™................................................239
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L..................240
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™/1.6L EcoBoost™........................................241
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/2.5L................................................................241
Engine Oil Check...........................................241
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................242
Engine Coolant Check................................242
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck...........................................................245
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check.................245
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................245
Washer Fluid Check....................................245
Fuel Filter........................................................245
Changing the 12V Battery.........................245
Checking the Wiper Blades......................247
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................247
Adjusting the Headlamps........................248
Removing a Headlamp.............................249
Changing a Bulb............................................251
Bulb Specification Chart...........................253
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................255
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................256
Cleaning Products.......................................256
Cleaning the Exterior..................................256
Waxing..............................................................257
Cleaning the Engine....................................257
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades..........................................................258
Cleaning the Interior...................................258
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................258
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............260
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................260
Vehicle Storage............................................260
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care..........................................................263
Using Snow Chains.....................................278
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........279
Changing a Road Wheel...........................282
Technical Specifications..........................286
Capacities and Specific-ations
Engine Specifications.................................287
Motorcraft Parts..........................................288
Vehicle Identification Number...............289
Vehicle Certification Label.......................289
Transmission Code Designation............290
Technical Specifications............................291
Audio System
General Information...................................294
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite Radio............................295
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD..........................................................297
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD.................................................................299
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Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
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 compartmentrelease
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicense-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received,including interference that may causeundesired operation.
Note:Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.The term IC before the radio certificationnumber only signifies that Industry Canadatechnical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 feet (10meters). Vehicles with the remote startfeature will have a greater range. One ofthe following could cause a decrease inoperating range:
•weather conditions
•nearby radio towers
•structures around the vehicle
•other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle
The radio frequency used by your remotecontrol can also be used by other shortdistance radio transmissions, for exampleamateur radios, medical equipment,wireless headphones, remote controls andalarm systems. If the frequencies arejammed, you will not be able to use yourremote control. You can lock and unlockthe doors with the key.
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.
Intelligent Access (If Equipped)
The system uses a radio frequency signalto communicate with your vehicle andauthorize your vehicle to unlock when oneof the following conditions are met:
•You touch the inside of the frontexterior door handle.
•You press the luggage compartmentbutton.
•You press a button on the transmitter.
If excessive radio frequency interferenceis present in the area or if the transmitterbattery is low, you may need tomechanically unlock your door. You canuse the mechanical key blade in yourintelligent access key to open the driverdoor in this situation. See RemoteControl (page 44).
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
(If Equipped)
Use the key blade to start your vehicle andunlock or lock the driver door from outsideyour vehicle. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote control.
Press the button to release the key. Pressand hold the button to fold the key backin when not in use.
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1.Insert the key blade into the slot on thebottom of the handle and press up.
2.While maintaining upward pressure,move the cap rearward to release it.Gently remove the key while doing so.
To install the cap:
1.Place the cap just forward of the keycylinder.
2.While applying pressure to the cap,move it forward until it is in place. Youmay hear a snap as it engages.
Make sure you have properly installed thecap by trying to move it rearward.
Replacing the Battery
Note:Refer to local regulations whendisposing of transmitter batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note:Replacing the battery will not deletethe transmitter from the vehicle. Thetransmitter should operate normally.
A message will appear in the informationdisplay when the remote control batteryis low. See Information Messages (page95).
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
The remote control uses one coin-typethree-volt lithium battery CR2032 orequivalent.
Press the button to release the key beforebeginning the procedure.
1.Insert a screwdriver in the positionshown and gently push the clip.
2.Press the clip down to release thebattery cover.
3.Carefully remove the cover.
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Note:Do not touch the battery contacts orthe printed circuit board with thescrewdriver.
4.Insert a screwdriver as shown torelease the battery.
5.Remove the battery.
6.Install a new battery with the + facingup.
7.Replace the battery cover.
Intelligent Access Transmitter
The remote control uses two coin-typethree-volt lithium batteries CR2025 orequivalent.
1.Slide the release on the back of theremote control and pivot the cover off.
2.Insert a coin into the slot and twist toseparate the housing.
3.Remove the batteries.
4.Install new batteries with the + facingeach other.
Note:Make sure to replace the labelbetween the two batteries.
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5.Reinstall the housing and cover.
Car Finder
Press the button twice withinthree seconds. The horn willsound and the turn signals willflash. We recommend you use this methodto locate your vehicle, rather than usingthe panic alarm.
Sounding a Panic Alarm
Note:The panic alarm will only operatewhen the ignition is off.
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orswitch the ignition on todeactivate.
Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or areas that are not wellventilated.
Note:Do not use remote start if your vehicleis low on fuel.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from outside the vehicle. Thetransmitter has an extended operatingrange.
Vehicles with automatic climate controlcan be configured to operate when thevehicle is remote started. See ClimateControl (page 110). A manual climatecontrol system will run at the setting it wasset to when you switched the vehicle off.
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system will not work if:
•the ignition is on
•the alarm system triggered
•you disable the feature
•the hood is open
•the transmission is not in P
•the vehicle battery voltage is too low
•the service engine soon light is on.
Remote Control Feedback
An LED on the remote control providesstatus feedback of remote start or stopcommands.
StatusLED
Remote start orextensionsuccessful
Solid green
Remote stopsuccessful; engineoff
Solid red
Remote start orstop failedBlinking red
Waiting for statusupdateBlinking green
Remote Starting the Vehicle
Note:You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. Your vehiclewill not remote start if you do not follow thissequence.
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The illuminated entry system will turn offthe lights if:
•the ignition is on,
•you press the remote control lockbutton, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The lights will not turn off if:
•you turn them on with the lamp control,or
•any door is open.
Illuminated Exit
The interior lamps and select exteriorlamps will illuminate when all doors areclosed, you switch the ignition off and youremove the key from the ignition(integrated keyhead transmitter only).
The lamps will turn off if all the doorsremain closed and:
•25 seconds elapse
•you insert the key in the ignition(integrated keyhead transmitter only)
•you press the START/STOP button(intelligent access key only).
Battery Saver
If you leave the courtesy lamps, domelamps or headlamps on, the battery saverwill shut them off 10 minutes after youswitch the ignition off.
Accessory Mode Battery Saver forIntelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)
If you leave your vehicle in the run ignitionstate, it will shut off once it detects acertain amount of battery drain or after 45minutes.
Luggage Compartment
With the Remote Control
Press twice within three secondsto unlatch the trunk.
From Outside Your Vehicle
Press the release button above the licenseplate to unlatch the trunk. Your vehiclemust be unlocked or have an intelligentaccess transmitter within 3 feet (1 meter)of the trunk.
KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRYKEYPAD
The keypad is located near the driverwindow. It is invisible until touched andthen it lights up so you can see and touchthe appropriate buttons.
Note:If you enter your entry code too faston the keypad, the unlock function may notwork. Re-enter your entry code more slowly.
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When the headlamp switch is in theAutolamps position, the windshield wiperactivated exterior lamps will turn on within10 seconds when you switch thewindshield wipers on. The exterior lampswill turn off approximately 60 secondsafter you switch the windshield wipers off.
This feature does not turn on the exteriorlamps:
•during a mist wipe
•while the wipers are on to clear washerfluid during a wash condition
•if the wipers are in automatic orintermittent modes.
Note:If you have autolamps andautowipers switched on the low beamheadlamps will turn on automatically whenthe windshield wipers operate continuously.
Note:You may have to manually switchthe headlamps on in severe weatherconditions.
Note:If you have autolamps switched onyou can only switch the high beamheadlamps on once the system has turnedthe headlamps on.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
Note:If you disconnect the battery or itbecomes discharged, the illuminatedcomponents will switch to the maximumsetting.
Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps
Press repeatedly or press and hold untilyou reach the desired level.
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps
Press repeatedly or press andhold to dim.A
Press repeatedly or press andhold to brighten.B
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Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and function thesame as a warning lamp but do not displaywhen you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)
The speed control systemindicator light changes color toindicate what mode the systemis in: See Using Cruise Control (page 179).
On (white light): Illuminates when theadaptive cruise control system is turnedon. Turns off when the speed controlsystem is turned off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates whenthe adaptive cruise control system isengaged. Turns off when the speed controlsystem is disengaged.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have the normal braking system(without ABS) unless the brake systemwarning lamp is also illuminated. Have thesystem checked by your authorized dealer.
Auto Start-stop (If Equipped)
It will illuminate to inform youwhen the engine shuts down orin conjunction with a message.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment and have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
It will illuminate when you switchthis feature off or in conjunctionwith a message. See Blind SpotInformation System (page 191). SeeInformation Messages (page 95).
Brake System
It will illuminate when youengage the parking brake withthe ignition on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, checkthat the parking brake is not engaged. Ifthe parking brake is not engaged, thisindicates low brake fluid level or a brakesystem malfunction. Have the systemchecked immediately by your authorizeddealer.
WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performancemay occur. It will take you longer to stopyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked byyour authorized dealer immediately. Drivingextended distances with the parking brakeengaged can cause brake failure and therisk of personal injury.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
It will illuminate when you switchthis feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard warningflasher is turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb(page 251).
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ActionMessage
Select park for the system to restart the engine.Auto StartStop Shift toP Restart Engine
The system is not functioning. A manual restart is required.Auto StartStop ManualRestart Required
Displays when conditions are not met for the Auto StartStopsystem to function properly See Auto-Start-Stop (page 142).Auto StartStop NotAvailable
StartStop has shutoff the engine automatically.Engine Stopped
StartStop is starting the engine automatically.Engine Starting
The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering wheel is beingturned.Engine On due to VehicleManeuvering
The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering wheel is beingturned.Engine On due toSteering Wheel Maneuv-ering
Engine may be on to support high demand for electricalaccessories, such as operating power windows, rear defroster,or when using the power point.
Engine On due toAccessory Usage
Engine is on to support normal vehicle operation. Includesexternal vehicle conditions, such as altitude, traffic, lowambient temperature. Also includes battery outside optimaloperating conditions (state of charge and temperature), andinadequate brake vacuum (can occur if the brake pedal isdepressed a number of times in succession).
Engine On Normal Oper-ation
Engine is on in order to increase the engine temperature to anacceptable level.Engine On due to LowTemperature
Engine is on to support normal vehicle operation due to lowoutside ambient temperature.Engine On due toOutside Air Temp
Engine is on in order to increase the engine temperature to anacceptable level.Engine On due to EngineWarming
Engine is on due to a low gear selection by the transmission.Engine On due toSelected Gear
Engine is on due to a steep road grade.Engine On due to SteepGrade
Engine is on due to no key being detected by the vehicle.Engine On due to Key notDetected
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