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Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
..............238
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................
239
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................
240
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) .......................
241
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ........................................................
241
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
243
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
243
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
243
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
245
Changing a Fuse .........................................
254
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
256
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
256
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
258
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L .................
259
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L, Mach 1 .......................................................................
260
Engine Oil Dipstick ......................................
261
Engine Oil Check ..........................................
261
Oil Change Indicator Reset ......................
261
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L, Mach 1 .........................................................
262
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™/5.0L ....................................
263
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
264
Manual Transmission Fluid Check - 6-Speed Manual Transmission – 3160
........................................................................\
268
Manual Transmission Fluid Check - 6-Speed Manual Transmission – MT82
........................................................................\
268 Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
........................................................................\
269
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
269
Clutch Fluid Check - Manual Transmission ............................................
270
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
270
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
270
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................
272
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
274
Fuel Filter ........................................................
274
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
274
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
274
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
275
Track Use
Track Use - Mach 1 ......................................
276
Track Use .......................................................
283
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................
289
General Information - GT500/Mach 1 ........................................................................\
289
Cleaning Products .....................................
290
Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1 ................
291
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................
291
Waxing ............................................................
293
Cleaning the Engine - Mach 1 .................
293
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
293
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
294
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
294
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ......................
295
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
295
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............
296
Cleaning the Wheels .................................
296
Vehicle Storage ...........................................
296
Cleaning the Convertible Top ................
298
Body Styling Kits ........................................
298
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WARNING: Do not attempt to
service, repair, or modify the
supplementary restraint system or
associated components. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death. WARNING:
All occupants of your
vehicle, including the driver, should
always properly wear their seatbelts,
even when an airbag supplemental
restraint system is provided. Failure to
properly wear your seatbelt could
seriously increase the risk of injury or
death. WARNING:
To reduce risk of injury,
do not obstruct or place objects in the
deployment path of the airbag. WARNING:
If a supplementary
restraint system component has
deployed, it will not function again. Have
the system and associated components
inspected as soon as possible. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.
The Safety Canopy deploys during
significant side crashes or when a certain
likelihood of a rollover event is detected
by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy
is mounted to the roof side rail sheet metal,
behind the headliner, above each row of
seats. In certain sideways crashes or
rollover events, the Safety Canopy will be
activated, regardless of which seats are
occupied. The Safety Canopy is designed
to inflate between the side window area
and occupants to further enhance
protection provided in side impact crashes
and rollover events. The system consists of the following:
•
Safety Canopy curtain airbags above
the trim panels over the front and rear
side windows identified by a label or
wording on the headliner or roof-pillar
trim.
• A flexible headliner which opens above
the side doors to allow air curtain
deployment · Crash sensors and monitoring
system with a readiness
indicator. See
Crash Sensors
and Airbag Indicator (page 56).
Properly restrain children 12 years old and
under in the rear seats. The Safety Canopy
will not interfere with children restrained
using a properly installed child or booster
seat because it is designed to inflate
downward from the headliner above the
doors along the side window opening.
The design and development of the Safety
Canopy included recommended testing
procedures that were developed by a
group of automotive safety experts known
as the Side Airbag Technical Working
Group. These recommended testing
procedures help reduce the risk of injuries
related to the deployment of side airbags
(including the Safety Canopy).
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button once. All door mode unlocks all
doors when you press the unlock button
once. The unlocking mode applies to the
remote control and intelligent access. You
can also change between the unlocking
modes using the information display. See
General Information (page 99).
Locking the Doors Press the button to lock all
doors. The direction indicators
flash. Press the button again
within three seconds to confirm that all
the doors are closed. The doors lock again,
the horn sounds and the direction
indicators flash if all the doors and the
luggage compartment are closed.
Mislock
If any door or the luggage compartment is
open, or if the hood is open on vehicles
with an anti-theft alarm or remote start,
the horn will sound twice and the direction
indicators do not flash. You can switch
this feature on or off in the information
display. See
General Information (page
99).
Opening the Luggage Compartment Press twice within three seconds
to open the luggage
compartment.
Make sure to close and latch the luggage
compartment before driving your vehicle.
Objects may fall from an unlatched
luggage compartment. An unlatched
luggage compartment may block your rear
view. Activating Intelligent Access
General Information
You can unlock and lock the vehicle
without taking the keys out of your pocket
or purse when your intelligent access key
is within
3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle.
Intelligent access uses a sensor on the
back of the door handle for unlocking and
a separate sensor on the face of each door
handle for locking.
The system does not function if:
• Your vehicle battery has no charge.
• The key battery has no charge.
• The key frequencies are jammed.
Note: The system may not function if the
key is close to metal objects or electronic
devices, for example keys or a cell phone.
Note: If the system does not function, use
the key blade to lock and unlock your
vehicle. See
Remote Control (page 58).
Unlocking Using Intelligent Access With your intelligent access key within
3 ft
(1 m) of your vehicle, touch the unlock
sensor on the back of the door handle for
a brief period and then pull on the door
handle to unlock, being careful to not
touch the lock sensor at the same time or
pulling the door handle too quickly. The
intelligent access system requires a brief
delay to authenticate your intelligent
access key fob.
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1. Remove the rubber covering (A) from
the cupholder. Place the first
programmed key in the backup slot (B)
at the bottom of the cupholder, then
press the push button ignition switch.
2. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
3. Remove the intelligent access key.
4. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in
the backup slot. Press the push button
ignition switch.
5. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
6. Remove the intelligent access key.
7. Place the unprogrammed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press
the push button ignition switch.
Programming is now complete. Verify the
remote control functions operate and your
vehicle starts with the new intelligent
access key.
If programming was not successful, wait
10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.
If you are still unsuccessful, take your
vehicle to your authorized dealer.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (IF EQUIPPED)
The system will warn you of an
unauthorized entry to your vehicle. It will be triggered if any door, the luggage
compartment or the hood is opened
without using the key or remote control.
The direction indicators will flash and the
horn will sound if unauthorized entry is
attempted while the alarm is armed.
Take all remote controls to an authorized
dealer if there is a potential alarm problem
with your vehicle.
Arming the Alarm
The alarm is ready to arm when there is
not a key in your vehicle.
Electronically lock your vehicle to arm the
alarm.
Disarming the Alarm
Disarm the alarm by any of the following
actions:
•
Unlock the doors or luggage
compartment with the remote control.
• Switch your vehicle on or start your
vehicle.
• Use a key in the driver door to unlock
your vehicle, then switch your vehicle
on within 12 seconds.
Note: Pressing the panic button on the
remote control will stop the horn and signal
indicators, but will not disarm the system.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely start
your vehicle and therefore to heat or cool
the interior to a predetermined
temperature.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under the
following conditions:
•
The alarm horn is sounding.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• The ignition is on.
• The battery voltage is below the
minimum operating voltage.
Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel
level is low.
ENABLING REMOTE START
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Remote Start Setup.
4. Switch
Remote Start on or off.
Note: To remote start with FordPass, make
sure that the modem is enabled.
See
Connecting FordPass to the Modem
(page
360). REMOTELY STARTING THE
ENGINE WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
To start the engine, do the following: Press the button on the remote
control.
Within three seconds, press the
button on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press the
button again.
Note: You can also use the FordPass app
to start the engine.
Note: The turn signals flash twice.
Note: The parking lamps turn on when the
engine is running.
Note: The horn sounds if the system fails
to start.
Note: All other vehicle systems remain off
when you have remotely started the engine.
Note: The vehicle remains secured when
you have remotely started the engine. A
valid key must be inside your vehicle to
switch the ignition on and drive your vehicle.
EXTENDING THE REMOTE
START DURATION
To extend the engine running duration
during remote start, do the following: Press the button on the remote
control.
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EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alter
the original equipment floor covering or
insulation between it and the metal floor
of the vehicle. The floor covering and
insulation protect occupants of the
vehicle from the engine and exhaust
system heat and noise. On vehicles with
no original equipment floor covering
insulation, do not carry passengers in a
manner that permits prolonged skin
contact with the metal floor. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in
fire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state laws
prohibit removing or rendering inoperative
emission control system components.
Similar federal or provincial laws may
apply in Canada. We do not approve of any
vehicle modification without first
determining applicable laws. Tampering with emissions
control systems including
related sensors can result in
reduced engine power and the illumination
of the service engine soon light.
Tampering With a Noise Control
System
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
• Removal or rendering inoperative by
any person other than for purposes of
maintenance.
• Repair or replacement of any device or
element of the design incorporated into
a new vehicle for the purpose of noise
control prior to its sale or delivery to
the ultimate purchaser or while it is in
use.
• The use of the vehicle after any person
removes or renders inoperative any
device or element of the design. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
may presume to constitute tampering as
follows:
•
Removal of hood blanket, fender apron
absorbers, fender apron barriers,
underbody noise shields or acoustically
absorptive material.
• Tampering or rendering inoperative the
engine speed governor, to allow engine
speed to exceed manufacturer
specifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,
experiences a decrease in engine
performance, experiences excess fuel
consumption or produces excessive
exhaust smoke, check for the following:
• A plugged or disconnected air inlet
system hose.
• A plugged engine air filter element.
• A clogged fuel filter.
• Contaminated fuel.
• Air in the fuel system, due to loose
connections.
• Fuel system leaks, due to loose
connections.
• An open or pinched sensor hose.
• Incorrect engine oil level.
• Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
• Incorrect engine oil viscosity for
climactic conditions.
Note: Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel
filter that is integrated with the fuel tank.
Regular maintenance or replacement is not
needed.
Note: If these checks do not help you
correct the concern, see your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
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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 the transmission to park (P), for automatic
transmission, or neutral (N), for manual
transmission.
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and 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 the transmission to park (P), for automatic
transmission, or neutral (N), for manual
transmission.
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.
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3. Release the hood latch by pushing the
secondary release lever to your
left-hand side. 4.
Open the hood. Support the hood with
the strut.
Closing the Hood
1. Remove the hood strut from the catch
and secure it correctly after use.
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last
8–12 in (20– 30 cm).
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly
closed.
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Headlamp Aiming Target
8 ft (2.4 m).
A
Center height of lamp to ground.
B
25 ft (7.6 m).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.
2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp indicated by a 3 mm
circle on the lens to the ground and
mark an
8 ft (2.4 m) horizontal
reference line on the vertical wall or
screen at this height, a piece of
masking tape works well.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood. Cover one of the headlamps
so no light hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe
a flat zone of high intensity light at the
top of the right-hand portion of the
beam pattern. If the top edge of the
high intensity light zone is not at the
horizontal reference line, the headlamp
needs to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a Phillips #2
screwdriver to turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise to
adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the
other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
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Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On
and Off............................................................... 129
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
129
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 130
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
129
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
129
Automatic High Beam Control.................84
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators.......................................................84
Automatic Transmission...........................165
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................ 168
Brake-Shift Interlock.......................................... 167
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow.................................................................. 168
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 166
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 166
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................269
Autowipers........................................................78
Auxiliary Power Points................................145 12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 145
Locations............................................................... 145
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 270
Blind Spot Information System..............196 ........................................................................\
........... 197
Switching the System On and Off...............198
System Errors....................................................... 198
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 197
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........196
Body Styling Kits.........................................298
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........256
Booster Seats
..................................................35
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 36Brake Fluid Check........................................269
Brake Fluid Service Interval............................ 270
Brakes.................................................................171 General Information............................................ 171
Brake System Specifications - Mach 1........................................................................\
337
Breaking-In.....................................................230 Ground Clearance............................................. 230
Bulb Specification Chart..........................359
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................185
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™.................................................343
Air Conditioning System................................. 344
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 347
Automatic Transmission................................ 344
Engine Coolant................................................... 345
Engine Oil 2.3L EcoBoost Base.................... 346
Engine Oil 2.3L EcoBoost High Output.............................................................. 348
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 349
Grease.................................................................... 349
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 350
Locks...................................................................... 350
Manual Transmission....................................... 345
Rear Axle............................................................... 350
Washer Reservoir................................................ 351
Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L.................................................................351
Air Conditioning System.................................. 352
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 355
Automatic Transmission................................. 352
Engine Coolant................................................... 354
Engine Oil.............................................................. 355
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 356
Grease.................................................................... 356
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 357
Locks....................................................................... 357
Manual Transmission - 3160......................... 354
Manual Transmission - MT82....................... 353
Rear Axle............................................................... 357
Washer Reservoir............................................... 358
Capacities and Specifications................335
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