warning FORD TRANSIT 2018 Service Manual

Headlamp High Beam
Push the lever away from you to switch
the high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.
Headlamp Flasher
Slightly pull the lever toward you.
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
crash. When the lighting control is in the
autolamps position, the headlamps
automatically turn on in low light situations
or when the wipers turn on.
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 99).
Note: If you switch autolamps on, you can
only switch the high beam headlamps on
when the autolamps turn the 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.
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Note:
If you switch autolamps and
autowipers on, the headlamps will
automatically turn on when the windshield
wipers continuously operate.
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER Press it repeatedly or press it and hold it
until the desired level is reached.
Note:
If you disconnect the battery or it
loses charge the instrument lighting will
return to its brightest setting.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (If
Equipped) WARNING:
The daytime running
lamps system does not activate the rear
lamps and may not provide adequate
lighting during low visibility driving
conditions. Also, the autolamps switch
position may not activate the headlamps
in all low visibility conditions, such as
daytime fog. Make sure the headlamps are
switched to auto or on, as appropriate,
during all low visibility conditions. Failure
to do so may result in a crash. The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The ignition is switched to the on
position.
2. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions
or the parking brake is released for
vehicles with manual transmissions.
3. The lighting control is in the off or autolamps positions.
4. The headlamps are off.
DIRECTION INDICATORS Push the lever up or down to use the
direction indicators.
Note:
Tap the lever up or down to make the
direction indicators flash three times to
indicate a lane change.
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POWER WINDOWS
WARNING: To avoid risk of injury, do
not leave children or pets unattended in
your vehicle. WARNING: When closing the power
windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and make sure that
children and pets are not in the proximity
of the window openings. Press the control to open the window. The
window will stop if you release the switch
before the window fully opens.
Lift the control to close the window. The
window will stop if you release the switch
before the window fully closes.
Note:
You may hear a pulsing noise when
just one of the windows is open. Lower the
opposite window slightly to reduce this
noise.
Accessory Delay
You can use the window switches for
several minutes when you switch the
ignition off or until you open any door. Driver Side One-Touch Down
Press the control fully and release it. Press
again or lift it to stop the window.
Driver Side One-Touch Up
Lift the control fully and release it. Press
again or lift it to stop the window.
Bounce-Back
The window will automatically stop and
reverse some distance if it detects an
obstacle while closing.
Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature
WARNING:
When you override the
bounce-back feature the window will not
reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care
when closing the windows to avoid
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
To override this protection feature when
there is a resistance, for example in winter:
1. Close the window twice until it reaches
the point of resistance and let it
reverse.
2. Close the window a third time to the point of resistance. Bounce-back is
now disabled and you can close the
window manually. The window will go
past the point of resistance and you
can close it fully.
If the window does not close after the third
attempt the system requires service.
Resetting the Bounce-Back Feature WARNING:
The bounce-back
feature remains turned off until it is reset.
1. Lift and hold the switch until the window is fully closed.
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2. Release the switch.
3. Lift the switch again for one second.
4. Release the switch.
5. Lift the switch again for one second.
6.
Open the window and then try to close
using the one-touch feature.
7. Repeat the procedure if the window does not close using the one-touch
feature.
Note: If you disconnect the battery, you
must reset the bounce-back memory.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power Exterior Mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrors
when your vehicle is moving. This could
result in the loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death. Left-hand mirror
A
OffB
Right-hand mirror
C Move the controller in the direction of the
arrows to adjust the mirror.
Power Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
Folding and Unfolding
The power folding mirrors operate with the
ignition on, and for several minutes after
you switch the ignition off. Move the controller downward to fold or
unfold the mirrors.
Note:
You can only fold the mirrors when
the controller is set to position B.
Note: If you fold and unfold the mirrors
several times within one minute, the power
fold function may turn off to protect the
motors from overheating.
Note: Do not manually fold or unfold power
folding mirrors.
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Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors
Push the mirror toward the door window
glass. Make sure that you fully engage the
mirror in its support when you unfold it.
INTERIOR MIRROR
Manual Dimming Mirror
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrors
when your vehicle is moving. This could
result in the loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward you
to reduce the effect of bright light from
behind.
Automatic Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) WARNING: Do not adjust the mirrors
when your vehicle is moving. This could
result in the loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death.
The mirror dims to reduce the effect of
bright light from behind. It returns to
normal when the bright light from behind
is no longer present or if you shift into
reverse (R).
Do not block the sensors on the front and
back of the mirror.
Note: A rear center passenger or raised rear
center head restraint could prevent light
from reaching the sensor. REAR QUARTER WINDOWS
Opening the Rear Quarter
Windows
1. Press the unlock button to release the
catch.
Note: Depending on the lock type fitted,
you will have to either press the unlock
buttons together or down to release the
catch.
2. Hold the catch and push the window open. Make sure the catch engages.
Note: There is an audible click when the
catch engages.
Closing the Rear Quarter Windows
1. Hold and pull the catch to close the window.
2. Press the catch to engage the lock.
Note: There is an audible click when the
lock engages.
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GAUGES
Information display. See
Information Displays (page
99).
A
Speedometer.
B
Engine coolant temperature
gauge.
C
Tripmeter reset and distance to
empty toggle button.
D
Fuel gauge.
E
Tachometer.
F
Information Display
Odometer
Registers the distance your vehicle has
traveled.
Outside Air Temperature
Shows the outside air temperature. Trip Computer
See Trip Computer (page 102).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See
General Information (page 99).
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge WARNING:
Never remove the
coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
At normal operating temperature, the
needle will remain in the center section.
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WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.
Note:
Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and operate the
same as a warning lamp but do not
illuminate when you start your vehicle.
Airbag Warning Lamp If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, continues
to flash or remains on when the
engine is running, this indicates a
malfunction. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Lamp If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. Your vehicle
continues to have normal braking without
the anti-lock brake system function. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
It momentarily illuminates when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Battery Charging Condition
Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on. If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged
can cause brake failure and the risk of
personal injury. It illuminates when you engage
the parking brake and the
ignition is on.
If it illuminates when your vehicle is
moving, make sure the parking brake is
disengaged. If the parking brake is
disengaged, this indicates low brake fluid
level or a brake system fault. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
It momentarily illuminates when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Diesel Warning Lamps
(If Equipped)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Warning Lamp It illuminates when the diesel
exhaust fluid is low.
If it illuminates, the information display
message advises whether it is diesel
exhaust fluid level related or due to a
system malfunction. If the diesel exhaust
fluid level is sufficient, this indicates a
system malfunction. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
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Glow Plug Indicator
If it illuminates, wait until it turns
off before starting.
Water In Fuel Warning Lamp If it illuminates when the engine
is running this indicates there is
excess water in the fuel filter.
This occurs when approximately 7 fl oz
(200 ml) of water accumulates in the fuel
filter water trap. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Alternatively you may be able to drain the
fuel filter water trap.
See
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap
(page 242).
Note: If it illuminates when the engine is
running after draining the fuel filter water
trap, this indicates a fuel filter service is
required. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
Direction Indicator It illuminates when you switch a
direction indicator or the hazard
flashers on. Flashes during
operation. An increase in the rate of
flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Note: An increase in the rate of flashing
could also indicate that the trailer tow
system has detected a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible.
Door Ajar It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on and remains on if
any door or the hood is open. Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Lamp If it illuminates when your vehicle
is moving, this indicates that the
engine is overheating. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and
switch the engine off. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Engine Warning Lamps Powertrain Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. Drive in a
moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration). Continuing
to drive your vehicle may cause reduced
power or the engine to stop. Switch the
ignition off and attempt to restart the
engine. Have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration) and have
your vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignition
on prior to engine start to check the bulb
and to indicate whether your vehicle is
ready for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) testing.
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Normally, it illuminates until the engine is
cranked and automatically turns off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this
indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Engine Emission Control (page 141).
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a chime
sounds until you fasten the
seatbelts.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the headlamp high beam on.
Lamps on Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the headlamp low beam or the
side and rear lamps on.
Lane Departure Warning Indicator It illuminates when you switch
the system off.
It illuminates when the system
is not available and may indicate that the
system requires service. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp If it illuminates when you are
driving, refuel as soon as
possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
(If Equipped) It illuminates if the tire pressure
in one or more tires is below the
correct tire pressure. If it does not illuminate when you switch
the ignition on, or flashes when the engine
is running, this indicates a malfunction.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible. See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 287).
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Lamp It illuminates when the washer
fluid is low.
Message Center Indicator It illuminates when a new
message is stored in the
information display.
The indicator is red or amber depending
on the severity of the condition and it
remains on until the condition is resolved.
See
Information Messages (page 103).
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp WARNING: If it illuminates when you
are driving do not continue your journey,
even if the oil level is correct. Have your
vehicle checked. If it illuminates when the engine
is running this indicates a
malfunction. Stop your vehicle
as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the
engine off.
Check the engine oil level. If the oil level is
sufficient, this indicates a system
malfunction. Have your vehicle
immediately checked.
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Stability Control and Traction
Control Indicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, or remains
on when the engine is running, this
indicates a malfunction. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Note: The system automatically turns off
if there is a malfunction.
See Stability Control (page 161). See
Traction Control (page 160).
Stability Control and Traction
Control Off Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch
the system off.
Tow/Haul Warning Lamp It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
If it flashes when the engine is
running this indicates a malfunction and
could lead to transmission damage that
may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Airbag Secondary Warning
Sounds when the airbag system and the
airbag warning lamp requires service.
Door Ajar
Sounds when a door is not fully closed and
your vehicle is moving. Exterior Lamps On
Sounds when you open the driver door and
the exterior lamps are on.
Transmission Selector Lever Not
in park (P)
Sounds when you open the driver door and
the transmission is not in park (P).
Key in Ignition
Sounds when the driver door is open and
the key is in the ignition.
Parking Brake On
Sounds when the parking brake is on and
your vehicle is moving. If the warning
chime remains on after you have released
the parking brake, the system has detected
a fault that requires service. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
Seatbelt Reminder
WARNING:
Do not sit on top of a
fastened seatbelt to prevent the seatbelt
reminder from coming on. The occupant
protection system will only provide
optimum protection when you use the
seatbelt properly.
Sounds when a seatbelt is unfastened in
an occupied seat and your vehicle is
moving.
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