transmission FORD FUSION HYBRID 2017 Owners Manual

Unique Driving Character-istics
Hybrid Vehicle Operation..........................146
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Operation..........148
EcoSelect........................................................150
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently AskedQuestions.....................................................151
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................153
Fuel Quality....................................................154
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................155
Running Out of Fuel.....................................155
Refueling..........................................................156
Fuel Consumption.......................................158
Emission Control System..........................159
High Voltage Battery
General Information....................................162
Charging the High Voltage Battery........164
High Voltage Battery Cut-OffSwitch..........................................................169
Transmission
Automatic Transmission............................170
Brakes
General Information....................................174
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................175
Electric Parking Brake..................................175
Hill Start Assist...............................................177
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................179
Using Traction Control................................179
Stability Control
Principle of Operation................................180
Using Stability Control................................181
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................182
Rear Parking Aid............................................182
Front Parking Aid..........................................183
Side Sensing System..................................184
Active Park Assist.........................................186
Rear View Camera........................................191
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................195
Using Cruise Control....................................195
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................196
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................203
Lane Keeping System................................204
Blind Spot Information System.............208
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................210
Steering............................................................213
Pre-Collision Assist......................................214
Load Carrying
Load Limit........................................................218
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................223
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......223
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................224
Economical Driving.....................................224
Driving Through Water...............................225
Floor Mats.......................................................225
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................227
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................228
Fuel Shutoff...................................................228
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................229
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Collision, Damage or Fire Event...............231
Post-Crash Alert System..........................233
Spinout Detection.......................................233
Transporting the Vehicle...........................233
Towing Points................................................234
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............235
In California (U.S. Only)............................236
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................237
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).......................238
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................238
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................239
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)............................................................240
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)............................................................240
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................242
Changing a Fuse............................................251
Maintenance
General Information...................................253
Opening and Closing the Hood..............253
Under Hood Overview...............................254
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................255
Engine Oil Check..........................................255
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................256
Engine Coolant Check...............................256
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................261
Brake Fluid Check.........................................261
Washer Fluid Check.....................................261
Changing the 12V Battery..........................261
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................263
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................263
Adjusting the Headlamps........................264
Removing a Headlamp..............................265
Changing a Bulb...........................................267
Bulb Specification Chart..........................268
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................270
Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................271
Cleaning Products.........................................271
Cleaning the Exterior....................................271
Waxing..............................................................272
Cleaning the Engine....................................273
Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................273
Cleaning the Interior....................................274
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................274
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................275
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............275
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................275
Vehicle Storage.............................................276
Wheels and Tires
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................279
Tire Care..........................................................285
Using Summer Tires..................................300
Using Snow Chains....................................300
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........301
Technical Specifications..........................304
Capacities and Specific-ations
Engine Specifications................................306
Motorcraft Parts...........................................307
Vehicle Identification Number...............308
Vehicle Certification Label......................309
Transmission Code Designation...........309
Capacities and Specifications.................310
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On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector
WARNING
Use of wireless plug-in devices in theOBD Data Link Connector (DLC) mayallow unauthorized third parties togain access to vehicle systems and datawhich could impair the function of variousvehicle systems, including safety-relatedsystems. The DLC should only be used bya repair facility that operates in accordancewith Ford’s service and repair instructions.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data LinkConnector (DLC) that is used inconjunction with a diagnostic scan tool forvehicle diagnostics, repairs andreprogramming services. Installing anaftermarket device that uses the DLCduring normal driving for purposes such asremote insurance company monitoring,transmission of vehicle data to otherdevices or entities, or altering theperformance of the vehicle, may causeinterference with or even damage tovehicle systems. We do not recommendor endorse the use of aftermarket plug-indevices unless approved by Ford. Thevehicle Warranty will not cover damagecaused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Using mobile communications equipmentis becoming increasingly important in theconduct of business and personal affairs.However, you must not compromise yourown or others’ safety when using suchequipment. Mobile communications canenhance personal safety and security whenappropriately used, particularly inemergency situations. Safety must beparamount when using mobilecommunications equipment to avoidnegating these benefits. Mobilecommunication equipment includes, butis not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,portable email devices, text messagingdevices and portable two-way radios.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, yourvehicle may be equipped with features andoptions that are different from the featuresand options that are described in thisOwner’s Manual. A market uniquesupplement may be supplied thatcomplements this book. By referring to themarket unique supplement, if provided,you can properly identify those features,
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Introduction

Then...If...
The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.You and the front seat passenger buckleyour safety belts before you switch theignition on or less than 1–2 minutes elapseafter you switch the ignition on...
The Belt-Minder feature activates, thesafety belt warning light illuminates and awarning tone sounds for 6 seconds every25 seconds, repeating for about 5 minutesor until you and the front seat passengerbuckle your safety belts.
You or the front seat passenger do notbuckle your safety belts before your vehiclereaches at least 6 mph (9.7 km/h) and 1–2minutes elapse after you switch the ignitionon...
The Belt-Minder feature activates, thesafety belt warning light illuminates and awarning tone sounds for 6 seconds every25 seconds, repeating for about 5 minutesor until you and the front seat passengerbuckle your safety belts.
The safety belt for the driver or frontpassenger is unbuckled for about 1 minutewhile the vehicle is traveling at least 6 mph(9.7 km/h) and more than 1–2 minuteselapse after you switch the ignition on...
Deactivating and Activating theBelt-Minder Feature
WARNING
While the system allows you toswitch this feature off, the intent ofthe system is to remind you to wearyour safety belt to improve your chance tosurvive an accident. We recommend youleave the system switched on for yourselfand others who may use the vehicle.
Note:The driver and front passengerwarnings switch on and off independently.When you perform this procedure for oneseating position, do not buckle the otherposition as this will terminate the process.
Read Steps 1–4 thoroughly beforeproceeding with the programmingprocedure.
Before following the procedure, make surethat:
•The parking brake is set.
•The transmission is in park (P) orneutral (N).
•The ignition is off.
•The driver and front passenger safetybelts are unbuckled.
1.Switch the ignition on. Do not start thevehicle.
2. Wait until the safety belt warning lightturns off (about 1 minute). After Step2, wait an additional 5 seconds beforeproceeding with Step 3. Once you startStep 3, you must complete theprocedure within 30 seconds.
3. For the seating position you areswitching off, buckle then unbuckle thesafety belt three times at a moderatespeed, ending in the unbuckled state.After Step 3, the safety belt warninglight turns on.
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Seatbelts

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 activate the front exterior doorhandle switch.
•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 48).
REMOTE CONTROL
Intelligent Access Key
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3. Insert a suitable tool, for example ascrewdriver, in the position shown andcarefully remove the battery.
4. Install a new battery with the + facingupward.
5.Reinstall the battery cover and the keyblade.
Car Finder
Press the button twice withinthree seconds. The horn soundsand the direction indicatorsflash. We recommend you use this methodto locate your vehicle, rather than usingthe panic alarm.
Sounding the Panic Alarm
Note:The panic alarm only operates whenthe ignition is off.
Press the button to sound thepanic alarm. Press the buttonagain or switch the ignition on toturn it off.
Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or in areas that are not wellventilated.
Note:Do not use remote start if your fuellevel is low.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from the outside. The transmitterhas an extended operating range.
If your vehicle has automatic climatecontrol, you can configure it to operatewhen you remote start your vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 116). A manualclimate control system will run at thesetting it was set to when you switchedyour 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 does not work ifany of the following occur:
•The ignition is on.
•The anti-theft alarm triggers.
•You switch the feature off in theinformation display.
•The hood is open.
•The transmission is not in park (P).
•The battery voltage is below theminimum operating voltage.
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Opening the Luggage Compartment
Press the exterior release button hiddenabove the license plate.
Smart Unlocks for IntelligentAccess Keys
This feature helps to prevent you fromlocking your intelligent access key insideyour vehicle’s passenger compartment orrear cargo area.
When you electronically lock your vehiclewith any door open, the transmission is inpark (P) and the ignition is off, the systemsearches for an intelligent access keyinside your vehicle after you close the lastdoor. If the system finds a key, all of thedoors will immediately unlock and the hornwill sound twice, indicating that a key isinside.
You can override the smart unlock featureand intentionally lock the intelligent accesskey inside your vehicle.
To do this, lock your vehicle after you haveclosed all the doors by:
•Using the keyless entry keypad.
•Pressing the lock button on anotherintelligent access key.
•Touching the locking area on the frontof the door handle with anotherintelligent access key in your hand.
When you open one of the front doors andlock your vehicle using the power door lockcontrol, all doors will lock then unlock if:
•The ignition is on.
•The ignition is off and the transmissionis not in park (P).
Autolock (If Equipped)
Autolock locks all the doors when all of thefollowing occur:
•All doors are closed.
•The ignition is on.
•You shift into any gear putting yourvehicle in motion.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 12 mph (20 km/h).
Autolock repeats when:
•You open then close any door whenthe ignition is on and your vehicle speedis 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower.
•Your vehicle reaches a speed greaterthan 12 mph (20 km/h).
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DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (If
Equipped)
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 94).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1.They are switched on in the informationdisplay. See Information Displays(page 94).
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.
4.The lighting control is in the autolampsposition.
5. The headlamps are off.
The other lighting control switch positionsdo not activate the daytime running lamps,and you can use them to temporarilyoverride autolamp control.
When switched off in the informationdisplay, the daytime running lamps are offin all lighting control switch positions.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL (If Equipped)
The system will automatically turn on yourhigh beams if it is dark enough and no othertraffic is present. When it detects theheadlights of an approaching vehicle, thetail lamps of the preceding vehicle or streetlighting, the system will turn off the highbeams before they distract other drivers.The low beams remain on.
Note:If it appears that automatic controlof the high beams is not functioningproperly, check the windshield in front ofthe camera for a blockage. A clear view ofthe road is required for proper systemoperation. Have any windshield damage inthe area of the camera’s field-of-viewrepaired.
Note:If the system detects a blockage, forexample bird droppings, bug splatter, snowor ice, the system will go into low beammode until you clear the blockage. Amessage may also appear in the instrumentcluster display noting the front camera isblocked.
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Lighting

Low Fuel Level
Lights when the fuel level is lowor the fuel tank is nearly empty.Refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Lights when your tire pressure islow. If the lamp remains on withthe engine running or whendriving, check your tire pressure as soon aspossible.
To confirm the lamp is working, it will alsolight momentarily when you switch on theignition. If it does not light when you switchon the ignition, or it begins to flash at anytime, have an authorized dealer check thesystem.
Parking Lamps
Lights when you switch on theparking lamps.
Powertrain Fault
Lights when your vehicle detectsa powertrain fault. Contact anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:If your vehicle detects certain faults,it will not allow you to operate theaccelerator pedal. If this happens, press thebrake pedal and release it. This will activatelimp home vehicle operation. In limp homevehicle operation, your vehicle willaccelerate in a controlled manner up to amaximum speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) ona flat surface. If you apply the brake pedalor move the transmission to neutral (N) youcan override your vehicle’s acceleration.
Ready to Drive
Lights when you have switchedon the vehicle and it is ready todrive. A corresponding messagemay appear stating ready to drive.
Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soonindicator light stays lit after youstart the engine, it indicates thatthe On Board Diagnostics system (OBD)has detected a malfunction of the vehicleemissions control system. Refer to Onboard diagnostics (OBD) in the Fuel andRefueling chapter for more informationabout servicing your vehicle. SeeEmission Control System (page 159).
If the light is blinking, the engine is misfiring.This could damage your catalyticconverter. Drive in a moderate fashion(avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have an authorizeddealer service your vehicle immediately.
Note:If your engine is misfiring, excessiveexhaust temperatures can damage thecatalytic converter or other vehiclecomponents.
The service engine soon indicator lightswhen the you first switch on your vehicle,prior to engine start, to check the bulb andto indicate whether the vehicle is ready forinspection maintenance testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light willstay on until the engine cranks, then turnitself off if no malfunctions are present.However, if after 15 seconds the serviceengine soon light blinks eight times, itmeans that the vehicle is not ready forinspection maintenance testing. SeeEmission Control System (page 159).
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Adaptive Cruise Control
ActionMessage
A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise controlfrom engaging. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page196).
Adaptive CruiseMalfunction
A condition exists such that the adaptive cruise cannot func-tion properly. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page196).
Adaptive Cruise NotAvailable
You have a blocked sensor due to bad weather, ice, mud orwater in front of the radar sensor. You can typically clean thesensor to resolve. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page196).
Adaptive Cruise NotAvailable SensorBlocked See Manual
The system has disabled the automatic braking.Normal Cruise ActiveAutomatic BrakingTurned Off
A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise controlfrom engaging.Front Sensor Not Aligned
The adaptive cruise has reinstated controls to the driver.Adaptive Cruise - DriverResume Control
The vehicle speed is too slow to activate the adaptive cruise.Adaptive Cruise SpeedToo Low to Activate
The adaptive cruise is automatically adjusting the gapdistance and the driver needs to shift the transmission into alower gear.
Adaptive Cruise ShiftDown
AdvanceTrac™
ActionMessage
Displayed when the system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Service AdvanceTrac
The driver has disabled or enabled the traction control.AdvanceTrac Off On
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Information Displays