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Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers........................................64
Autowipers.......................................................64
Windshield Washers.....................................65
Lighting
General Information.....................................66
Lighting Control..............................................66
Autolamps........................................................67
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................68
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................68
Daytime Running Lamps
............................69
Front Fog Lamps............................................69
Direction Indicators
.......................................70
Welcome Lighting
..........................................70
Interior Lamps.................................................70
Ambient Lighting
............................................70
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows
...............................................71
Global Opening
................................................71
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................72
Interior Mirror
....................................................73
Sun Visors
..........................................................74
Instrument Cluster
Gauges................................................................75
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................77
Audible Warnings and Indicators............80
Information Displays
General Information
.......................................81
Information Messages
.................................89
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control
............................100
Automatic Climate Control......................102
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate.........................................................103 Heated Windows and Mirrors
..................106
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................106
Remote Start.................................................106
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position
.................108
Head Restraints............................................108
Manual Seats
..................................................110
Power Seats
....................................................110
Memory Function
............................................111
Rear Seats
........................................................112
Climate Controlled Seats...........................113
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener................115
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points
.................................119
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................120
Glasses Holder
..............................................120
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information
.....................................121
Keyless Starting..............................................121
Steering Wheel Lock
....................................122
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122
Engine Block Heater
....................................124
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
.......................................126
Fuel Quality.....................................................127
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................127
Running Out of Fuel.....................................127
Refueling..........................................................129
Fuel Consumption
.........................................131
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Note:
Fully defrost the windshield before
switching on the windshield wipers.
Note: Make sure you switch off the
windshield wipers before entering a car
wash.
Note: Clean the windshield and wiper
blades if they begin to leave streaks or
smears. If that does not resolve the issue,
install new wiper blades.
Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This may scratch the glass,
damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Always use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield. Single wipe
A
Intermittent wipe
B
Normal wipe
C
High speed wipe
D Intermittent Wipe
Shortest wipe interval
A
Intermittent wipe
B
Longest wipe interval
C
Use the rotary control to adjust the
intermittent wipe interval.
Speed Dependent Wipers
When your vehicle speed increases, the
interval between wipes will decrease.
AUTOWIPERS (If Equipped)
The feature uses a rain sensor. You will find
it in the area around the interior mirror. The
rain sensor monitors the amount of
moisture on the windshield and
automatically turns on the wipers. It
adjusts the wiper speed by the amount of
moisture that the sensor detects on the
windshield. You can switch this feature on
and off in the information display. See
General Information
(page 81).
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Highest sensitivity
A
OnB
Lowest sensitivity
C
Use the rotary control to adjust the
sensitivity of the rain sensor. There are six
sensitivity settings. When you set the
control to low sensitivity (the first
position), the wipers turn on when there is
a large amount of moisture on the
windshield. When you set the control to
high sensitivity (the sixth position), the
wipers will turn on when there is a small
amount of moisture on the windshield.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean.
The rain sensor is very sensitive. If the area
around the mirror is dirty, then the wipers
may operate if dirt, mist or insects hit the
windshield.
Wet or winter driving conditions with ice,
snow or salty road mist can cause
inconsistent and unexpected wiping or
smearing. You can do the following to help
keep your windshield clear:
• Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers
to reduce the amount of smearing.
• Switch to normal or high-speed wipe.
• Switch off the autowipers.
Note: Fully defrost the windshield before
switching on the windshield wipers. Note:
Make sure you switch off the
windshield wipers before entering a car
wash.
Note: Clean the windshield and wiper
blades if they begin to leave streaks or
smears. If that does not resolve the issue,
install new wiper blades.
Note: If you switch on the autolamps
feature in conjunction with autowipers, your
low beam headlamps will turn on
automatically when the rain sensor turns on
the windshield wipers to a normal wipe
speed.
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
Note: Do not operate the washers when
the washer reservoir is empty. This may
cause the washer pump to overheat. To operate the washers and spray the
windshield, pull the lever toward you.
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Headlamp Flasher
Pull the lever toward you slightly and
release it to flash the headlamps.
AUTOLAMPS (If Equipped)
WARNING
The autolamps switch position may
not activate the headlamps in all low
visibility conditions, such as daytime
fog. Always ensure that your headlamps
are switched to auto or on, as appropriate,
during all low visibility conditions. Failure
to do so may result in a collision. When the lighting control is in the
autolamps position, the headlamps
automatically turn on in low light situations
or when the wipers activate. If equipped, the following also activate
when the lighting control is in the
autolamps position and you switch them
on in the information display:
•
Configurable daytime running lamps.
• Automatic high beam control.
• Adaptive headlamp control.
The headlamps remain on for a period of
time after you switch the ignition off. Use
the information display controls to adjust
the period of time that the headlamps
remain on. See
Information Displays
(page 81).
Note: With the headlamps in the
autolamps position, you cannot switch the
high beam headlamps on until the
autolamps system turns the low beam
headlamps on.
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps
The windshield wiper activated headlamps
turn on within 10 seconds when you switch
the windshield wipers on and the lighting
control is in the autolamps position. They
turn off approximately 60 seconds after
you switch the windshield wipers off.
The headlamps will not turn on by wiper
activation:
• During a mist wipe.
• When the wipers are on to clear washer
fluid during a wash condition.
• If the wipers are in intermittent mode.
Note: If you switch autolamps and
autowipers on, the headlamps will
automatically turn on when the windshield
wipers continuously operate.
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•
Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
• Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner. When
cleaning the interior of the windshield,
avoid getting any glass cleaner on the
instrument panel or door panels. Wipe
any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.
• For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a
circular motion and rinse with water.
• Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.
Note: Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines. CLEANING THE INTERIOR WARNINGS
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach
or dye on the vehicle
’s safety belts,
as these actions may weaken the
belt webbing. On vehicles equipped with
seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong
detergents. Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and
affect performance of the side airbag in a
collision. For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts
and seats equipped with side airbags:
•
Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
• If grease or tar is present on the
material, spot-clean the area first with
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose
Cleaner.
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate)
or the ring will set.
• Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect
the flame retardant abilities of the seat
materials.
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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. CLEANING THE CONVERTIBLE
TOP
Remove lint with a lint roller or a vacuum
with a soft bristle brush.
For cloth and vinyl tops, wash with an
approved high-quality convertible top
cleaner and protectant.
Note:
Do not use stiff bristle brushes,
abrasive materials or household cleaning
products.
Note: High-pressure water may cause
water leaks and possible seal damage to
the convertible top.
Note: Do not fold the convertible top when
it is wet.
Note: Avoid hot wax on vinyl materials
during car washes.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................ 100
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................. 141
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes.................................................................. 141
Accessories.....................................................413 Exterior Style........................................................ 413
Interior Style......................................................... 413
Lifestyle.................................................................. 413
Peace of Mind...................................................... 413
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 12
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............155
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................225 Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 226
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 225
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................62
Airbag Disposal
...............................................43
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................ 100
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter............230
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm......................................... 61
Ambient Lighting
............................................70
Anti-Theft Alarm.............................................61
Arming the Alarm.................................................. 61
Disarming the Alarm............................................ 61
Appendices....................................................435
Apps.................................................................386 ........................................................................\
.......... 386
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 387
Audible Warnings and Indicators............80 Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 80
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 80
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................80
Audio Control
...................................................62
MEDIA....................................................................... 62
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 62
Audio System................................................292 General Information......................................... 292Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC/Satellite Radio.............................293
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.................................................296
Autolamps........................................................67 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 67
Automatic Climate Control......................102
Automatic Transmission
............................137
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................. 139
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 138
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 139
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission.................................................... 137
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................. 137
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check..............................................................221
Autowipers.......................................................64
Auxiliary Power Points.................................119 12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 119
Locations................................................................ 119
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 223
Blind Spot Information System..............162 Switching the System Off and On...............164
System Errors....................................................... 164
Using the System................................................ 162
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............211
Booster Seats
..................................................23
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 24
Brake Fluid Check
.........................................221
Brakes................................................................141 General Information........................................... 141
Breaking-In.....................................................186
Bulb Specification Chart...........................228
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................106
California Proposition 65..............................11
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Vehicle Storage............................................236
Battery.................................................................... 237
Body........................................................................\
237
Brakes..................................................................... 237
Cooling system.................................................... 237
Engine..................................................................... 237
Fuel system.......................................................... 237
General................................................................... 237
Miscellaneous..................................................... 238
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................238
Tires........................................................................\
. 237
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................ 100
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............277
Voice Control
...................................................63
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................77 Adaptive Cruise Control...................................... 77
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 77
Battery....................................................................... 77
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 77
Brake System.......................................................... 77
Cruise Control........................................................ 78
Direction Indicator................................................ 78
Door Ajar.................................................................. 78
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 78
Engine Oil................................................................ 78
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 78
Front Airbag............................................................ 78
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 78
Heads Up Display................................................. 78
High Beam............................................................... 79
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 79
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 79
Parking Lamps....................................................... 79
Service Engine Soon............................................ 79
Stability Control.................................................... 79
Stability Control Off........................................... 80
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 232
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 64
Waxing
.............................................................233
Welcome Lighting..........................................70 Pony Projection Lights........................................ 70Wheel Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 265
Wheels and Tires.........................................239 Technical Specifications................................... 271
Windows and Mirrors.....................................71
Windshield Washers.....................................65
Windshield Wipers
........................................64
Intermittent Wipe................................................ 64
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 64
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 225
Wipers and Washers.....................................64
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