battery FORD TRANSIT 2020 Repair Manual

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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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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Scrolling Through the Menu Options.........394
Seek Down and Previous Track
Button............................................................... 395
Seek Up and Next Track Button.................. 394
Selecting a Menu Option................................ 394
Selecting Media................................................. 394
Selecting the Radio........................................... 393
Sound Settings................................................... 395
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........393
Switching the Screen On and Off...............395
System Settings................................................. 395
Using a Cell Phone............................................ 395
Autolamps......................................................102 Adjusting the Period of Time That the
Headlamps Remain On............................... 103
Automatic High Beam Control................104 Automatic High Beam Control Information
Messages.......................................................... 105
Automatic High Beam Indicator................... 105
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control............................................................... 105
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On or Off........................................................... 105
Automatic Transmission............................173 Automatic Transmission Information
Messages........................................................... 175
Brake Shift Interlock........................................... 174
Progressive Range Selection.......................... 173
Selector Lever Positions................................... 173
SelectShift™........................................................ 173
Transmission Not in Park (P) Audible Warning.............................................................. 175
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................302
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................149 Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........150
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................150
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................149
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting.........................................150
Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................... 151
Auto-Start-Stop – Information Messages.......................................................... 150
Autowipers.......................................................98 Settings................................................................... 99
Auxiliary Heater
.............................................124
Principle of Operation....................................... 124Using the Auxiliary Heater...............................
124
Auxiliary Power Points................................138 110 Volt - 150 Watt Capacity AC Power
Outlet................................................................. 138
110 Volt - 400 Watt Capacity AC Power Outlet................................................................. 139
Auxiliary Switches.......................................459
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive.......................................... 177
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 303
Blind Spot Information System.............220 Blind Spot Information System
Indicator............................................................ 222
Blind Spot Information System Information Messages......................................................... 224
Blind Spot Information System Sensors.............................................................. 221
Blind Spot Information System Warning Lamp.................................................................. 223
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow..................................................................... 222
Switching the Blind Spot Information System On and Off........................................ 221
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 221
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........220
Body Styling Kits..........................................323
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........288
Booster Seats
..................................................38
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 39
Bottle Holders.................................................141
Brake Fluid Check
........................................302
Brakes...............................................................182 General Information.......................................... 182
Breaking-In.....................................................255
Bulb Specification Chart..........................386
C
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBlue.........................................................370
Air Conditioning System.................................. 370
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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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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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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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