window FORD TRANSIT 2020 Owner's Guide

Driver Assist (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust Driver Assist
features like Parking Aids, Lane Keeping
System, Pedestrian Detection, and
Auto-Start-Stop.
Vehicle
Select this tile to adjust vehicle settings
like windows, alarm, lighting, and MyKey
settings.
FordPass
Select this tile to adjust the FordPass
settings
General
Select this tile to adjust settings like
language, measurement units, or to reset
the system.
911 Assist
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to switch 911 Assist on and
off.
Automatic Updates
Select this tile to adjust the automatic
update settings.
Mobile Apps
Select this tile to adjust permissions,
enable, disable, and update mobile apps.
Display
Select this tile to adjust display settings
like brightness and auto dim. Charge Settings
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the electric vehicle
charge settings.
Voice Control
Select this tile to adjust voice control
settings like command confirmations and
displayed lists.
Navigation
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust navigation settings
like map preferences and route guidance.
Multi Contour Seats
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the position and
massage function of your multi contour
seats.
Seats
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the lumbar
function of your seats.
Message Center
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to view vehicle messages.
Personal Profiles
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust recalled memory
features when using personal profiles.
Valet Mode
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to enable and disable valet
mode.
Ambient Lighting
(If Equipped)
Select this tile to change the color or
intensity of the interior lighting.
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Wi-Fi Connectivity
Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
network. –
Password error.
•Enter the correct network password.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
– Multiple access points in range with the same SSID.
•Use a unique name for your SSID,. Do not use the
default name unless it contains a unique identifier,
for example as part of the MAC address.
The Wi-Fi connection
disconnects after successful
connection. –
Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
I am close to a Wi-Fi hotspot
but the network signal
strength is weak. –
Obstructed network signal.
•If your vehicle has a heated windshield, position
your vehicle so that the windshield is not facing the
Wi-Fi hotspot.
• If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows
but not on the windshield, position your vehicle so
that the windshield is facing the Wi-Fi hotspot or
open the windows that are facing the hotspot.
• If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows
and the windshield, open the windows that are
facing the hotspot.
• If your vehicle is in a garage and you have the
garage door closed, open the garage door.
I cannot see a network in the
list of available networks
that I expect to see. –
Hidden network.
•Make the network visible and try again.
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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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Brake System.......................................................
373
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank............................... 373
Engine...................................................................... 371
Fuel Tank............................................................... 372
Grease.................................................................... 374
Locks....................................................................... 373
Washer Reservoir................................................ 372
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec..........................................................374
Air Conditioning System.................................. 374
Brake System....................................................... 378
Engine..................................................................... 375
Engine Coolant.................................................... 377
Fuel Tank................................................................ 377
Grease.................................................................... 379
Locks....................................................................... 379
Rear Axle............................................................... 379
Washer Reservoir............................................... 378
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................380
Air Conditioning System................................. 380
Brake System...................................................... 384
Engine..................................................................... 381
Engine Coolant................................................... 383
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 384
Grease.................................................................... 385
Locks...................................................................... 385
Rear Axle............................................................... 385
Washer Reservoir............................................... 384
Capacities and Specifications................362
Cargo Lamps..................................................107 Switching the Cargo Lamps Off.................... 107
Switching the Cargo Lamps On.................... 107
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 316
Catalytic Converter - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™..................................................163
On-Board Diagnostics System..................... 164
Changing a Bulb..........................................308 Front Clearance Lamp...................................... 310
Headlamp
............................................................ 309
High Mounted Stoplamps................................ 311
Interior Lamp........................................................ 312
License Plate Lamp............................................ 312
Reading Lamps.................................................... 312
Rear Lamps............................................................ 311
Side Direction Indicator..................................... 311
Sun Visor Mirror Lamp...................................... 313Changing a Fuse..........................................286
Fuses...................................................................... 286
Changing a Road Wheel...........................349 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 350
Front Jacking Points.......................................... 355
Installing a Road Wheel.................................. 358
Locking Lug Nuts................................................. 351
Rear Jacking Points........................................... 355
Removing a Road Wheel................................ 358
Removing a Wheel Trim.................................. 356
Stowing the Wheel and Vehicle Jack........360
Vehicle Jack......................................................... 354
Vehicles With a Spare Wheel......................... 351
Changing the 12V Battery
.........................303
Removing the Battery...................................... 303
Replacing the Battery...................................... 305
Changing the Engine Air Filter................296
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................294
Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation......................................................... 295
Changing the Front Wiper Blades.........307
Changing the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
.....................................................392
Checking MyKey System Status...............75
Checking the Wiper Blades......................307
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................50
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................40
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Child Safety Locks
.........................................42
Left-Hand Side...................................................... 43
Right-Hand Side................................................... 43
Cigar Lighter
...................................................140
Cleaning Products........................................315
Cleaning the Engine
.....................................317
Cleaning the Exterior...................................316
Body Paintwork Preservation......................... 317
Cleaning the Chrome Trim.............................. 316
Cleaning the Headlamps................................. 316
Cleaning the Rear Window............................. 316
Sliding Door Tracks............................................. 317
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................320
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Cleaning the Interior....................................318
Fabric, Carpets, Cloth Seats, Headliners
and Floor Mats................................................ 318
Instrument Cluster Screens, LCD Screens and Radio Screens....................................... 320
Leather Interior.................................................... 319
Mirrors.................................................................... 320
Rear Windows..................................................... 320
Seatbelts............................................................... 319
Storage Compartments, Cup Holders and Ashtrays........................................................... 320
Suede Micro Fiber Fabric................................. 319
Cleaning the Wheels...................................321
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................318
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................74
Climate Control..............................................121
Closing the Sliding Door...............................81 Closing the Sliding Door From Inside Your
Vehicle.................................................................. 81
Closing the Sliding Door From Outside Your Vehicle................................................................. 82
Closing the Sliding Door With the Remote Control................................................................ 85
Cold Weather Precautions
.......................254
Connected Vehicle......................................388 Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile
Network........................................................... 388
Connected Vehicle Limitations..............388
Connected Vehicle Requirements
........388
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Modem
...........................389
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: SYNC 3...........................390
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC.........................397
Pairing a Device.................................................. 397
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network.......................................................388
Connecting FordPass to the Modem.........388
Enabling and Disabling the Modem...........388
What Is the Modem.......................................... 388
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network.......................................................388
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 298
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......60 Creating a MyKey............................................72
MyKey Information Messages.......................... 72
Creating a Wi-Fi Hotspot..........................392 Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot............................................................. 392
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and Password......................................................... 392
Cross Traffic Alert........................................224 Cross Traffic Alert behavior when trailer is
attached........................................................... 226
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator........................... 226
Cross Traffic Alert Information Messages.......................................................... 227
Cross Traffic Alert System Limitations...................................................... 226
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors............226
Switching the System On and Off..............226
Using Cross Traffic Alert.................................. 224
Cruise Control...............................................206 Principle of Operation..................................... 206
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control.............................. 206
Customer Assistance.................................266
D
Data Recording
..................................................11
Comfort, Convenience and Entertainment
Data....................................................................... 13
Event Data................................................................ 13
Service Data............................................................ 12
Services That Third Parties Provide...............14
Services That We Provide.................................. 14
Vehicles With a Modem...................................... 14
Vehicles With an Emergency Call System.................................................................. 15
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 14
Daytime Running Lamps
...........................103
Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)...................................... 103
Type 2 - Configurable........................................ 103
Declaration of Conformity
.......................508
Radio Frequency Statement........................ 508
Diesel Particulate Filter
...............................167
Diesel Particulate Filter Automatic
Regeneration................................................... 168
Diesel Particulate Filter Information Messages........................................................... 172
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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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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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V
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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