FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR SEDAN 2015 1.G Owners Manual

2015 POLICE INTERCEPTOR Owner’s Manual
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February 2015
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2015 POLICE INTERCEPTOR Owner’s Manual
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Introduction 8
Child Safety 17
Child seat positioning...................................19
Booster seats.........................................21
Installing child seats....................................24
Child safety locks......................................34
Safety Belts 35
Fastening the safety belts................................37
Safety belt height adjustment.............................40
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................40
Safety belt-minder.....................................41
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................43
Personal Safety System 44
Supplementary Restraints System 45
Driver and passenger airbags.............................47
Front passenger sensing system...........................49
Side airbags..........................................52
Safety canopy curtain airbags.............................53
Crash sensors and airbag indicator.........................55
Airbag disposal........................................62
Keys and Remote Control 63
General information on radio frequencies.....................63
Remote control.......................................63
Locks 67
Locking and unlocking..................................67
Trunk release.........................................70
Interior luggage compartment release.......................71
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Security 73
Steering Wheel 74
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................74
Steering wheel controls.................................74
Pedals 77
Adjustable pedals......................................77
Wipers and Washers 78
Windshield wipers.....................................78
Windshield washers....................................78
Rear-window wiper and washer............................79
Lighting 80
Lighting control.......................................80
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................83
Daytime running lamps..................................83
Directionindicators ....................................84
Interior lamps........................................85
Windows and Mirrors 87
Power windows.......................................87
Exteriormirrors.......................................89
Interiormirrors .......................................91
Sunvisors ...........................................91
Instrument Cluster 92
Gauges.............................................92
Warning lamps and indicators.............................93
Audible warnings and indicators...........................97
Information Displays 98
Controls.............................................98
Trip computer.......................................100
Information messages..................................100
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Climate Control 107
Manual heating and air conditioning........................107
Rear window defroster.................................108
Cabin air filter.......................................109
Seats 110
Sitting in the correct position............................110
Head restraints.......................................111
Manual seats........................................113
Power seats.........................................114
Rear seats..........................................115
Auxiliary Power Points 117
Storage Compartments 118
Center console.......................................118
Overhead console.....................................119
Starting and Stopping the Engine 120
Ignition switch.......................................121
Starting the engine....................................121
Engine block heater...................................124
Fuel and Refueling 126
Fuel quality.........................................127
Running out of fuel....................................128
Refueling...........................................130
Fuel consumption.....................................132
Transmission 137
Automatic transmission.................................137
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 139
All wheel drive.......................................139
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Brakes 147
Brakes.............................................147
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................148
Parking brake........................................148
Traction Control 149
TractionControl™ ....................................149
Stability Control 150
AdvanceTrac®.......................................151
Parking Aids 152
Sensing system.......................................152
Rear-view camera system...............................153
Cruise Control 156
Usingcruisecontrol ...................................156
Driving Aids 158
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert
(CTA) .............................................158
Steering............................................163
Load Carrying 165
Cargo management system..............................165
Roof racks and load carriers.............................166
Vehicle loading.......................................167
Towing 175
Trailertowing........................................175
Wrecker towing......................................180
Recreational towing...................................181
Driving Hints 183
Economical driving....................................183
Floormats..........................................185
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Roadside Emergencies 186
Getting roadside assistance..............................186
Hazard warning flashers................................188
Fuel cut-off switch....................................188
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................188
Customer Assistance 192
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................199
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................199
Fuses 200
Changing a fuse......................................200
Fuse specification chart................................200
Maintenance 210
General information...................................210
Opening and closing the hood............................211
Under hood overview..................................213
Engine oil dipstick....................................217
Engine oil check......................................217
Engine coolant check..................................218
Automatic transmission fluid check........................224
Brake fluid check.....................................228
Fuel filter...........................................228
Washer fluid check....................................229
Changing the vehicle battery.............................229
Checking the wiper blades..............................231
Changing the wiper blades..............................231
Air filter(s).........................................232
Adjusting the headlamps................................235
Changing a bulb......................................237
Bulb specification chart.................................245
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Vehicle Care 248
Cleaning products.....................................248
Cleaning the exterior..................................248
Waxing.............................................250
Repairing minor paint damage............................250
Cleaning the engine...................................250
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................251
Cleaning the interior...................................252
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......252
Cleaning leather seats..................................253
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................254
Vehicle storage.......................................255
Wheels and Tires 258
Tirecare ...........................................260
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...................278
Changing a road wheel.................................284
Technical specifications.................................293
Wheel lug nut torque..................................293
Capacities and Specifications 294
Part numbers........................................302
Vehicle identification number............................303
Vehicle certification label...............................304
Transmission code designation............................304
Extended Service Plan 305
Audio System 308
MyFord™ system.....................................310
Auxiliary input jack...................................317
USB port...........................................318
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SYNC® 319
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................324
911 Assist™.........................................339
Vehicle Health Report..................................341
Appendices 366
Scheduled Maintenance 375
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................380
Index 394
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes product features and options available
throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they
are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used
in different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or
right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.
A. Right-hand side
B. Left-hand side
Symbols in this manual
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
A
B
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Symbols on your vehicle
When you see these symbols, read and follow the relevant
instructions in this manual before touching or attempting
adjustment of any kind.
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive gasFan warning
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