heating FORD TRANSIT 2019 User Guide

Note:
Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to our
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the
following:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted coolant approved to the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
307).
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach the correct level.
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap, turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
5. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive
your vehicle. If necessary, add enough
prediluted engine coolant to bring the
coolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than
1.1 qt (1 L) of
engine coolant per month, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating
and possible engine damage.
In case of emergency, you can add a large
amount of water without engine coolant
in order to reach a vehicle service location.
In this instance, qualified personnel:
1. Must drain the cooling system.
2. Chemically clean the coolant system.
3. Refill with engine coolant as soon as possible. Water alone, without engine coolant, can
cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolant
substitute:
•
Alcohol.
• Methanol.
• Brine.
• Any coolant mixed with alcohol or
methanol antifreeze.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine
damage from overheating or freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to
the coolant. These can be harmful and
compromise the corrosion protection of
the coolant.
Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled
coolant as an approved recycling process
is not yet available.
Note: Dispose of used coolant in the
appropriate manner.
Follow your community's regulations and
standards for recycling and disposing of
automotive fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
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Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and switch the engine off.
2. If you are a member of a roadside assistance program, we recommend
that you contact your roadside
assistance service provider.
3. If this is not possible, wait for a short period of time for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible to
minimize engine damage.
Note: Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the
vehicle may not be able to accelerate
with full power until the coolant
temperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the
engine may temporarily reach a higher
temperature during severe operating
conditions, for example ascending a long
or steep grade in high ambient
temperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display. You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no
need to stop your vehicle. You can
continue to drive.
The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so. Fully apply the parking brake,
shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. If the
temperature does not drop after
several minutes, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
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Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and
correct pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstruc-
tions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant
strength. Check every six months
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if
necessary.
Front door check arms for correct opera-
tion.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for
correct operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for correct operation.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and
function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag
and seatbelt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean
or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running
correctly, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly.
This can help identify potential issues and
prevent major problems. We recommend
having the following multi-point inspection
performed at every scheduled
maintenance interval to help make sure
your vehicle keeps running correctly. Multi-point inspection
Accessory drive belt(s).
Battery performance.
Engine air filter.
Exhaust system.
Exterior lamps and hazard warning
system operation.
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary.
For oil and fluid leaks.
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Handbrake
See: Parking Brake - Vehicles With:
Mechanical Parking Brake.......................... 156
See: Parking Brake - Vehicles With: Push Down Parking Brake..................................... 156
Hazard Flashers............................................195
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 247
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 248
Headrest See: Head Restraints........................................... 111
Head Restraints...............................................111
Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 112
Installing the Head Restraint .......................... 112
Removing the Head Restraint......................... 112
Heated Seats
..................................................119
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................109 Heated Exterior Mirrors..................................... 110
Heated Rear Window....................................... 109
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 107
Hill Start Assist
..............................................157
Switching the System On and Off...............158
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 157
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate ..........................................................
108
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 108
General Hints....................................................... 108
Heating the Interior Quickly........................... 108
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel
and Footwell Positions............................... 109
Recommended Settings for Cooling .........108
Recommended Settings for Heating..........108
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................ 109
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures................................................. 108
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
............................................................155
Home Screen.................................................401
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........229
Horn.....................................................................79 I
Ignition Switch
...............................................124
In California (U.S. Only)............................202
Information Displays.....................................97 General Information............................................ 97
Information Messages
.................................101
Installing Child Restraints............................19 Child Safety Restraint.......................................... 19
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 20
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................ 22
Using Tether Straps............................................. 28
Instrument Cluster
..........................................91
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................84
Interior Lamps
.................................................85
Courtesy Lamp...................................................... 85
Entrance Lamps................................................... 85
Reading Lamps..................................................... 85
Interior Mirror...................................................89 Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................. 89
Manual Dimming Mirror..................................... 89
Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................196 Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 197
Jump Starting....................................................... 197
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 196
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 197
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Keys and Remote Controls.........................67 Principle of Operation......................................... 67
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Lane Keeping System.................................170 Lane Keeping Alert............................................. 170
Lighting Control..............................................82 Flashing High Beam Headlamps.................... 83
Lighting Control Positions................................. 82
Switching All of the Parking Lamps On........................................................................\
.. 82
Switching High Beam Headlamps On and Off........................................................................\
. 83
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