cooling FORD TRANSIT 2020 User Guide

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. If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•
You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification.
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works If the engine begins to overheat,
the coolant temperature gauge
moves toward the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
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Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for
use during emergencies only. Operate
your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as
long as necessary to bring your vehicle
to rest in a safe location and seek
immediate repairs. When in fail-safe
mode, your vehicle will have limited
power, will not be able to maintain
high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. WARNING:
Do not remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10
minutes for the cooling system to cool
down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap
with a thick cloth to prevent the
possibility of scalding and slowly remove
the cap. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine power
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine may operate poorly.
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.
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We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents. Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
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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.
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. Multi-point inspection
Exhaust system.
Exterior lamps and hazard warning
system operation.
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary.
For oil and fluid leaks.
Horn operation.
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses.
Suspension component for leaks or
damage.
Steering and linkage.
Tires (including spare) for wear and
correct pressure **
.
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits.
Washer spray and wiper operation.
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir,
automatic transmission, power steering (if
equipped with hydraulic power assist
steering) and window washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a
temporary mobility kit, check the tire
sealant expiration Use By date on the
canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Diesel engine fill diesel exhaust fluid.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for
the interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer. Other maintenance items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Torque rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km) Diesel engine replace fuel filter. 2
Replace engine air filter.
Change diesel foam air filter.
Every 45000 miles (70000
km)
Change engine coolant.3
At 200000 miles (320000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)
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Diesel Particulate Filter Manual
Regeneration................................................... 170
On-Board Diagnostics System..................... 168
Direction Indicators.....................................106 Direction Indicator............................................. 106
Switching the Direction Indicators On and Off....................................................................... 106
Doors and Locks..............................................77
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - Diesel.............................................................297
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap..............297
Drive Belt Routing - 2.0L EcoBlue...........313
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™, Vehicles With: Dual
Generators....................................................314
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™, Vehicles With: Single
Generator......................................................314
Drive Control..................................................234 Selectable Drive Modes.................................. 234
Selectable Drive Modes Information Messages......................................................... 235
Driver Alert.......................................................214
Driver Alert System Display............................. 215
Driver Alert System Messages........................ 217
Driver Alert System Warnings........................ 215
Switching Driver Alert On or Off.................... 216
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................52 Children and Airbags........................................... 57
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........52
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 57
Driving Aids
.....................................................214
Driving Hints..................................................254
Driving Through Water...............................255
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps....................... 103
E
Eco
.....................................................................227
Eco Mode............................................................... 227
Efficient Drive Mode......................................... 228
Economical Driving
.....................................254
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............480
Emergency Call Limitations.......................63
Emergency Call Requirements.................62
Emergency Exit.............................................258 Emission Law
.................................................162
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........163
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 162
End User License Agreement.................483 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................ 483
Engine Block Heater.....................................147 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 148
Engine Coolant Check...............................298 Adding Coolant.................................................. 298
Coolant Change................................................. 300
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 301
Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................. 300
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 300
Severe Climates................................................ 300
Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel.....................298
Engine Cooling Fan - Gasoline
...............298
Engine Emission Control............................162
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System - Vehicles
With: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS)................................................................ 90
Engine Oil Check
..........................................293
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 294
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp............294
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBlue........293
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec.........293
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................293
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBlue........................................................362
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec.........................................................363
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................364
Entertainment..............................................
424
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 425
Apps........................................................................\
433
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 432
CD (If equipped)................................................. 431
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)........................................................ 428
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 426
Sources.................................................................. 425
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Supported Media Players, Formats and
Metadata Information................................ 433
USB Ports............................................................. 433
Environment.....................................................19
Essential Towing Checks...........................247
Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 252
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Water Craft (PWC)....................................... 253
Safety Chains...................................................... 248
Tow Hitch.............................................................. 248
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 248
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 252
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 247
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 252
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 11
Export Unique Options
.................................18
Exterior Mirrors..............................................109
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors.............................. 110
Power Exterior Mirrors...................................... 109
Power Folding Mirrors....................................... 109
F
Fan See: Engine Cooling Fan - Diesel.................298
See: Engine Cooling Fan - Gasoline...........298
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................45 Seatbelt Locking Modes................................... 46
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................45
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 349
Floor Mats
.......................................................255
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps...................................... 105
Ford Credit
.....................................................266
US Only................................................................. 266
Ford Protect
..................................................460
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 461
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................. 460
Front Fog Lamps..........................................105 Front Fog Lamp Indicator............................... 106
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off....................................................................... 105Front Parking Aid..........................................194
Front Parking Aid Information
Messages.......................................................... 196
Object Distance Indicator................................ 195
Front View Camera
.....................................233
Using the Front View Camera....................... 234
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......307
Fuel and Refueling.......................................152
Fuel Burning Heater See: Auxiliary Heater......................................... 124
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................157
Fuel Filter - Gasoline...................................307
Fuel Filter Service Indicator Check - Diesel............................................................306
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................152 Biodiesel................................................................ 154
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 155
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ..........153
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ...................... 152
Fuel Quality - E85
.........................................155
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 155
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 156
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
...............................156
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 156
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................258
Ignition Switch.................................................... 258
Keyless Starting................................................. 259
Fuse Box Locations.....................................273 Body Control Module........................................ 273
Driver Compartment Fuse Box..................... 273
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 273
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............273
Pre-fuse Box......................................................... 273
Fuses.................................................................273
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................274
Body Control Module........................................ 281
Driver Compartment Fuse Box...................... 277
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 274
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box...........283
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Pre-fuse Box........................................................
285
G
Gauges................................................................111 Automatic Transmission Position
Indicators........................................................... 112
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............112
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 112
Information Display.............................................. 111
Instrument Cluster............................................... 111
Speedometer........................................................ 112
Tachometer............................................................. 111
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 173
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................64
General Maintenance Information.......462
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 464
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 463
Protecting Your Investment........................... 462
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 462
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 462
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................269
Getting the Services You Need..............266 Away From Home............................................. 266
H
Hazard Flashers
...........................................258
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.................... 305
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 307
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 128
Head Restraints
.............................................128
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 129
Installing the Head Restraint ........................ 129
Removing the Head Restraint........................ 129
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Heated Rear Window
...............................123
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles Without: Heated Rear Window
.............123
Heated Rear Window..................................123
Heated Seats
..................................................137 Heating
See: Climate Control........................................... 121
Hill Start Assist..............................................182 Hill Start Assist Information
Messages.......................................................... 184
Switching Hill Start Assist On or Off...........183
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 183
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................122
Defogging or Clearing the Windshield of Thin Ice............................................................... 123
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 122
General Hints........................................................ 122
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................. 122
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 122
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........122
Recommended Settings for Heating...........122
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................182
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........288
I
Ignition Switch...............................................143
In California (U.S. Only).............................267
Information Displays
....................................116
General Information........................................... 116
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Safety Restraint......................................... 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)............................................ 24
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 31
Instrument Cluster
.........................................111
Instrument Lighting Dimmer....................103
Interior Air Quality.........................................127
Interior Lamps
...............................................106
Courtesy Lamp Function................................. 106
Switching the Courtesy Lamps On and Off....................................................................... 106
Switching the Front Map Reading Lamps On and Off....................................................... 106
Interior Mirror
...................................................110
Introduction........................................................9
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Maintenance.................................................288
General Information......................................... 288
Manual Climate Control..............................121 Directing Air to the Footwell Air Vents.........121
Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air
Vents.................................................................... 121
Directing Air to the Windshield Air Vents.................................................................... 121
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 121
Setting the Temperature.................................. 122
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off........................................................................\
. 121
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................\
. 121
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
. 121
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
. 121
Switching the Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
. 121
Manual Seats - Vehicles With: 2-Way Manual Seat................................................129
Adjusting the Armrest....................................... 130
Adjusting the Lumbar Support..................... 130
Adjusting the Seat Backrest........................... 130
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 129
Manual Seats - Vehicles With: 4-Way Manual Seat................................................130
Adjusting the Armrest....................................... 132
Adjusting the Lumbar Support...................... 132
Adjusting the Seat Backrest............................ 131
Adjusting the Seat Cushion............................. 132
Adjusting the Seat Height................................. 131
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 131
Swiveling the Seat.............................................. 132
Swivel Seat Audible Warning......................... 133
Master Access Code.....................................88 What Is the Master Access Code................... 88
Message Center See: Information Displays................................ 116
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors.............................. 108
Mobile Communications Equipment.......17
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L EcoBlue............365 Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec
.............366
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™..................................................367
MyKey Settings
.................................................71
Configurable Settings.......................................... 71
Non-Configurable Settings................................ 71
MyKey – Troubleshooting
...........................76
What is an admin key?....................................... 76
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?................... 76
Why can I not create a MyKey?....................... 76
Why can I not program a MyKey?.................. 76
Why does the MyKey distance not accumulate?..................................................... 76
MyKey ™
..............................................................71
Principle of Operation.......................................... 71
N
Navigation
......................................................435
Changing the Format of the Map................437
cityseeker..............................................................439
Michelin Travel Guide...................................... 440
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................. 441
Route Guidance................................................. 438
Setting a Destination....................................... 436
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.................. 440
Zoom
...................................................................... 437
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........465 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™........................ 465
Normal Maintenance Intervals.................... 465
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset - Diesel.............................................................295
Oil Change Indicator Reset - Gasoline.......................................................296
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring System.............................................................. 296
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 293
Opening and Closing the Hood..............288 Closing the Hood............................................... 289
Opening the Hood............................................ 288
Opening the Sliding Door.............................81 Opening the Sliding Door From Inside Your
Vehicle.................................................................. 81
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Vehicle Care....................................................315
Vehicle Identification Number...............368
Vehicle Storage..............................................321
Battery.................................................................... 322
Body........................................................................\
322
Brakes..................................................................... 323
Cooling system................................................... 322
Engine..................................................................... 322
Fuel system.......................................................... 322
General................................................................... 322
Miscellaneous..................................................... 323
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 323
Tires........................................................................\
. 323
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 121
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............368
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................112
Washer Fluid Check....................................307
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 316
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 98
Waxing...............................................................317
What Is 911 Assist...........................................62
What Is Auto-Start-Stop
...........................149
What Is the Cabin Air Filter........................127
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 349
Wheels and Tires.........................................324 General Information......................................... 324
Wi-Fi Hotspot
................................................392
Windows and Mirrors..................................108
Windshield Washers...................................100 Settings.................................................................. 100
Windshield Wipers
........................................98
Intermittent Wipe................................................ 98
Winter Tires See: Using Winter Tires................................... 342
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 307
Wipers and Washers
....................................98
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