parking brake FORD TRANSIT 2020 Owner's Guide

Brakes
•
Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage. Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.
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Note:
Do not raise the spare wheel bracket
without a wheel attached. Damage to the
winch mechanism could occur.
Vehicle Jack WARNING: Do not work on your
vehicle when the jack is the only support
as your vehicle could slip off the jack.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. WARNING:
To help prevent your
vehicle from moving when changing a
wheel, shift the transmission into park
(P), set the parking brake and use an
appropriate block or wheel chock to
secure the wheel diagonally opposite to
the wheel being changed. For example,
when changing the front left wheel,
place an appropriate block or wheel
chock on the right rear wheel. WARNING:
Do not attempt to
change a tire on the side of the vehicle
close to moving traffic. Pull far enough
off the road to avoid the danger of being
hit when operating the jack or changing
the wheel. WARNING:
Always use the jack
provided as original equipment with your
vehicle. If using a jack other than the one
provided, make sure the jack capacity is
adequate for the vehicle weight,
including any vehicle cargo or
modifications. If you are unsure if the jack
capacity is adequate, contact the
authorized dealer. WARNING:
Switch off the running
boards before jacking or placing any
object under your vehicle. Never place
your hand between the extended running
board and your vehicle. A moving running
board may cause injury. Note:
Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
Note: Vehicles with a Temporary Mobility
Kit do not have a vehicle jack or a lug
wrench.
Vehicle Jack Storage The jack, jack handle and wheel brace are
in a storage compartment in the front
right-hand side stepwell.
Note:
The vehicle jack is in the load space
area on vehicles with rear climate control.
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2.
Insert the wheel trim removal tool into
the notch in the wheel trim.
3. Rotate the wheel trim removal tool and
remove the wheel trim.
Removing a Road Wheel WARNING: Park your vehicle so
that you do not obstruct the flow of
traffic or place yourself in any danger and
set up a warning triangle. WARNING:
Switch the ignition off
and apply the parking brake. WARNING:
If your vehicle has a
manual transmission, shift into first or
reverse gear. If your vehicle has an
automatic transmission, shift into park
(P). WARNING:
Make sure all
passengers are out of your vehicle. WARNING:
Make sure that your
vehicle is on firm and level ground with
the front wheels pointing straight ahead. WARNING:
Chock the diagonally
opposite wheel to the punctured tire with
an appropriate block or wheel chock. A
wheel chock may be in the B-pillar or in
a storage compartment in the front
right-hand side stepwell. WARNING:
Make sure that the
arrows on directional tires point in the
direction of rotation when your vehicle
is moving forward. If you have to fit a
spare tire with the arrows pointing in the
opposite direction have the tire refitted
as soon as possible.
1. Use the locking lug nut key to loosen the locking lug nut.
2. Loosen the remaining lug nuts, but do not remove them.
3. Raise your vehicle until the tire is clear of the ground.
4. Remove the lug nuts and the road wheel.
Note: Do not lay alloy road wheels face
down on the ground.
Installing a Road Wheel WARNING:
Use only approved
wheel and tire sizes. Using other sizes
could damage your vehicle and will make
the National Type Approval invalid. WARNING:
Make sure there is no
grease or oil on the threads or the
surface between the wheel lugs and
nuts. This can cause the lug nuts to
loosen while driving.
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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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NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.When to expect the oil change message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving.
No, or moderate, load or towing.
Flat to moderately hilly roads.
No extended idling.
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing.
Mountainous or off-road conditions.
Extended idling.
Extended hot or cold operation.
Extreme
3000-4999 miles
(4800-7999 km) Maximum load or towing.
Extreme hot or cold operation.
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
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180 Degree Camera....................................203
Camera Views.................................................... 204
Front View Camera........................................... 204
Using the 180 degree camera system.............................................................. 204
9
911 Assist...........................................................62
A
A/C See: Climate Control........................................... 121
About This Manual...........................................9
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 182
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 182
Accessories....................................................458
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 15
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............207
Active Park Assist.........................................198 Using Active Park Assist.................................. 198
Adjusting the Headlamps........................305 Horizontal Aim Adjustment.......................... 306
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 305
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................97
Airbag Disposal
................................................61
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 121
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter............296
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles With:
Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery................................................................. 92
See: Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles Without: Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery.................................................................. 91
All-Wheel Drive
..............................................177 AM/FM Radio - Vehicles Without:
SYNC.............................................................396
Selecting a Radio Source............................... 396
Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles With: Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery.............................................................92
Alarm System........................................................ 92
Arming the Alarm................................................. 93
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 93
Guard Settings...................................................... 92
Triggering the Alarm............................................ 92
Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles Without: Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery..............................................................91
Alarm System......................................................... 91
Arming the Alarm.................................................. 91
Disarming the Alarm............................................ 91
Triggering the Alarm............................................. 91
Appendices...................................................480
Applying the Parking Brake......................185
Apps..................................................................441 SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 442
Using Apps on an Android Device...............442
Using Apps on an iOS Device......................... 441
Using Mobile Navigation on an Android Device................................................................ 442
Audio System
................................................393
General Information......................................... 393
Audio Unit Clock and Date Displays - Vehicles Without: SYNC.........................397
Adjusting the Clock........................................... 397
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC 3......................................................................395
Adjusting the Volume...................................... 395
Changing Radio Stations................................ 395
Pausing or Playing Media............................... 396
Seek Down and Previous Track Button............................................................... 396
Seek Up and Next Track Button.................. 396
Sound Settings................................................... 396
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........395
Switching the Screen On and Off...............396
Audio Unit - Vehicles Without: SYNC.............................................................393
Adjusting the Volume...................................... 393
Changing Radio Stations................................ 394
Pausing or Playing Media............................... 395
Returning to the Previous Screen................394
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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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Opening the Sliding Door From Outside
Your Vehicle........................................................ 81
Opening the Sliding Door With the Remote Control................................................................ 84
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................271
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual...........271
Overhead Console.........................................141
Overhead Storage.........................................141
P
Parking Aid.......................................................191
Parking Aids
.....................................................191
Principle of Operation........................................ 191
Parking Brake Audible Warning...............185
Parking Brake.................................................185 Parking Brake – Troubleshooting.................185
Parking Brake – Troubleshooting...........185 Parking Brake – Information
Messages.......................................................... 185
Parking Brake – Warning Lamps.................. 185
Passive Anti-Theft System - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS)............................................................90
SecuriLock®.......................................................... 90
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System - Vehicles
With: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS)................................................................ 90
Perchlorate........................................................15
Personalized Settings..................................119 Chimes.................................................................... 120
Language................................................................ 119
Measure Unit........................................................ 120
Temperature Unit............................................... 120
Tire Pressure Unit............................................... 120
Phone...............................................................434 Android Auto....................................................... 435
Apple CarPlay..................................................... 435
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time................................................................... 434
Text Messaging................................................... 435
Using Your Cell Phone..................................... 434
Playing Media From a USB Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC.........................397
Selecting the USB Device.............................. 398
Supported Audio File Formats...................... 397Post-Crash Alert System
..........................264
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking.............................. 77
Power Running Boards
................................94
Power Seats....................................................133 Power Lumbar..................................................... 134
Power Windows
...........................................108
Bounce-Back....................................................... 108
Opening and Closing the Windows.............108
Overriding Bounce-Back................................. 108
Resetting Bounce-Back................................... 108
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................230 Distance Alert....................................................... 231
Distance Indication.............................................231
Pre-Collision Assist Information Messages......................................................... 232
Pre-Collision Assist System Sensors..........232
Pre-Collision Assist Warning Lamp............232
Switching Active Braking On and Off..........231
Programming a MyKey
.................................72
Protecting the Environment........................19
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 349
Pushing the Parking Brake Lever Down..............................................................186
R
Rear Overhead Storage...............................141
Rear Parking Aid
............................................193
Object Distance Indicator............................... 194
Rear Parking Aid Information Messages.......................................................... 194
Rear Passenger Climate Controls...........123 Adjusting the Blower Motor Speed..............123
Directing Air to the Footwell Air
Vents................................................................... 123
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents................................................................... 123
Directing Air to the Overhead Air Vents and the Footwell Air Vents.................................. 123
Rear Seats
.......................................................134
Installing the Seats............................................ 136
Recline Adjustment........................................... 134
Removing Seats (Passenger Vehicles)........................................................... 135
Rear View Camera
......................................200
Enhanced Parking Aids or Park Pilot..........203
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Rear View Camera Locations.........................
201
System Settings................................................. 203
Using the Rear View Camera......................... 201
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................. 200
Recommended Towing Weights - Chassis Cab/Crew Van/Cutaway/
Van.................................................................243
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight for Your Vehicle.............................. 245
Recommended Towing Weights - M2 Bus..................................................................245
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 247
Reduced Engine Performance
................254
Refueling..........................................................158 System Warnings............................................... 160
Releasing the Parking Brake.....................185
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)......................66
Changing the Remote Control Battery.........67
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 66
Locating Your Vehicle.......................................... 67
Programming a New Remote Control..........67
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........................................................................\
. 68
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Power Sliding Door
..................................................68
Changing the Remote Control Battery........68
Locating Your Vehicle......................................... 69
Remote Control Information Messages............................................................ 70
Remote Control - Vehicles Without: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS).............................................................65
Changing the Remote Control Battery........65
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 65
Locating Your Vehicle......................................... 66
Programming a New Remote Control.........65
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........................................................................\
. 66
Remote Start
..................................................125
About Remote Start.......................................... 125
Enabling Remote Start..................................... 125
Remotely Starting the Engine........................ 125
Remotely Stopping the Engine...................... 125
Remote Start Limitations................................ 125
Remote Start Settings...................................... 125Removing a Headlamp
..............................307
Repairing Minor Paint Damage................321
Replacement Parts Recommendation
........................................15
Collision Repairs.................................................... 16
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................. 16
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................... 16
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................70
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................127
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
...............................................................272
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................271
Resetting the Power Sliding Door............85
Restarting the Engine
.................................149
Roadside Assistance..................................257
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 258
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 257
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 257
Roadside Emergencies
..............................257
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Bus.................................................................236
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Van.................................................................236
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................. 255
Running Out of Fuel
.....................................157
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 158
Filling a Portable Fuel Container................... 157
S
Safety Canopy ™
............................................59
Safety Precautions.......................................152
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........469
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................462
Seatbelt Extensions......................................50
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................47
Seatbelt Reminder........................................48 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 48
Seatbelts...........................................................44 Principle of Operation........................................ 44
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