FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY 2014 1.G Owners Manual

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2014 POLICE INTERCEPTOR Owner’s Manual
2014 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..................41
Safety belt-minder.....................................41
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................44
Personal Safety System 45
Supplementary Restraints System 46
Driver and passenger airbags.............................48
Front passenger sensing system...........................50
Side airbags..........................................53
Safety canopy curtain airbags.............................54
Crash sensors and airbag indicator.........................56
Airbag disposal........................................64
Keys and Remote Control 65
General information on radio frequencies.....................65
Remote control.......................................65
Locks 69
Locking and unlocking..................................69
Trunk release.........................................72
Interior luggage compartment release.......................74
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Security 76
Steering Wheel 77
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................77
Steering wheel controls.................................77
Pedals 80
Adjustable pedals......................................80
Wipers and Washers 81
Windshield wipers.....................................81
Windshield washers....................................81
Rear-window wiper and washer............................82
Lighting 83
Lighting control.......................................83
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................86
Daytime running lamps..................................87
Directionindicators ....................................87
Interior lamps........................................88
Windows and Mirrors 91
Power windows.......................................91
Exteriormirrors.......................................93
Interiormirrors .......................................95
Sunvisors ...........................................95
Instrument Cluster 96
Gauges.............................................97
Warning lamps and indicators.............................98
Audible warnings and indicators..........................102
Information Displays 103
Controls............................................103
Trip computer.......................................105
Information messages..................................106
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Climate Control 113
Manual heating and air conditioning........................113
Rear window defroster.................................114
Cabin air filter.......................................115
Seats 116
Sitting in the correct position............................116
Head restraints.......................................117
Manual seats........................................119
Power seats.........................................120
Rear seats..........................................121
Auxiliary Power Points 123
Storage Compartments 124
Center console.......................................124
Overhead console.....................................125
Starting and Stopping the Engine 126
Ignition switch.......................................127
Starting the engine....................................127
Engine block heater...................................130
Fuel and Refueling 132
Fuel quality.........................................133
Running out of fuel....................................134
Refueling...........................................136
Fuel consumption.....................................138
Transmission 143
Automatic transmission.................................143
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 145
All wheel drive.......................................145
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Brakes 153
Brakes.............................................153
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................154
Parking brake........................................154
Traction Control 155
TractionControl™ ....................................155
Stability Control 156
AdvanceTrac®.......................................157
Parking Aids 158
Sensing system.......................................158
Rear-view camera system...............................159
Cruise Control 163
Usingcruisecontrol ...................................163
Driving Aids 165
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic
Alert(CTA).........................................165
Steering............................................170
Load Carrying 172
Cargo management system..............................172
Roof racks and load carriers.............................173
Vehicle loading.......................................174
Towing 182
Trailertowing........................................182
Wrecker towing......................................187
Recreational towing...................................188
Driving Hints 190
Economical driving....................................190
Driving through water..................................191
Floormats..........................................192
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Roadside Emergencies 193
Getting roadside assistance..............................193
Hazard warning flashers................................194
Fuel cut-off switch....................................195
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................195
Customer Assistance 199
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................206
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................206
Fuses 207
Changing a fuse......................................207
Fuse specification chart................................208
Maintenance 218
General information...................................218
Opening and closing the hood............................219
Under hood overview..................................221
Engine oil dipstick....................................225
Engine oil check......................................225
Engine coolant check..................................226
Automatic transmission fluid check........................231
Brake fluid check.....................................235
Fuel filter...........................................235
Washer fluid check....................................236
Changing the vehicle battery.............................236
Checking the wiper blades..............................237
Changing the wiper blades..............................238
Air filter(s).........................................239
Adjusting the headlamps................................242
Changing a bulb......................................244
Bulb specification chart.................................252
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Vehicle Care 254
Cleaning products.....................................254
Cleaning the exterior..................................254
Waxing.............................................256
Repairing minor paint damage............................256
Cleaning the engine...................................257
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................257
Cleaning the interior...................................258
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......259
Cleaning leather seats..................................260
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................260
Vehicle storage.......................................261
Wheels and Tires 264
Tirecare ...........................................266
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...................284
Changing a road wheel.................................290
Technical specifications.................................297
Wheel lug nut torque..................................297
Capacities and Specifications 299
Part numbers........................................306
Vehicle identification number............................307
Vehicle certification label...............................308
Transmission code designation............................308
Extended Service Plan 309
Audio System 312
MyFord™ system.....................................314
Auxiliary input jack...................................321
USB port...........................................322
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SYNC® 323
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................328
911 Assist™.........................................343
Vehicle Health Report..................................346
Appendices 372
Scheduled Maintenance 380
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................385
Index 399
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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 be used for different
models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
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
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
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
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