warning FORD TRANSIT 2020 Owners Manual

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California Proposition 65
WARNING: Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway
motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle
in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash
your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling
.

Introduction
About This Manual
..........................................9
Symbols Glossary ............................................
9
Data Recording .................................................
11
Perchlorate .......................................................
15
Replacement Parts Recommendation ........................................................................\
....
15
Special Notices ...............................................
16
Mobile Communications Equipment ........................................................................\
....
17
Export Unique Options ................................
18
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................
19
Child Safety
General Information .....................................
20
Installing Child Restraints ..........................
22
Booster Seats .................................................
38
Child Restraint Positioning ........................
40
Child Safety Locks ........................................
42
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................
44
Fastening the Seatbelts .............................
45
Seatbelt Height Adjustment .....................
47
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime .............................................................
47
Seatbelt Reminder .......................................
48
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance ..............................................
50
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................
50
Supplementary Restraints System
Principle of Operation ..................................
51
Driver and Passenger Airbags ...................
52
Side Airbags ....................................................
58
Safety Canopy ™...........................................
59
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator ......
60Airbag Disposal
...............................................
61
911 Assist
What Is 911 Assist ..........................................
62
Emergency Call Requirements ................
62
Emergency Call Limitations ......................
63
Keys and Remote Controls
Principle of Operation .................................
64
General Information on Radio Frequencies ................................................
64
Remote Control - Vehicles Without: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
........................................................................\
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65
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) ....................
66
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Power Sliding Door ................................................
68
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
...
70
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation ...................................
71
MyKey Settings ................................................
71
Creating a MyKey ...........................................
72
Programming a MyKey ................................
72
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................
74
Checking MyKey System Status ..............
75
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................
76
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................
76
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking .................................
77
Sliding Door - Vehicles Without: Power Sliding Door
Sliding Door Precautions ............................
81
Opening the Sliding Door ............................
81
Closing the Sliding Door ..............................
81
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Sliding Door - Vehicles With:
Power Sliding Door
Sliding Door Precautions ...........................83
Opening the Sliding Door ...........................
83
Closing the Sliding Door .............................
84
Stopping the Sliding Door Movement ........................................................................\
..
85
Resetting the Power Sliding Door ...........
85
Sliding Door – Troubleshooting ..............
86
Keyless Entry
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad ........
88
Master Access Code ....................................
88
Keyless Entry Settings ................................
88
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Using Keyless Entry ..............................................
88
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting ............
89
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS) ..........................................................
90
Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles Without: Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery ...........................................................
91
Anti-Theft Alarm - Vehicles With: Anti-Theft Alarm Horn with Integral
Battery ...........................................................
92
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards ...................
94
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...................
97
Locking the Steering Wheel ......................
97
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers .......................................
98
Autowipers ......................................................
98
Windshield Washers ..................................
100Lighting
General Information
....................................
101
Lighting Control ............................................
101
Autolamps .....................................................
102
Instrument Lighting Dimmer ...................
103
Daytime Running Lamps ..........................
103
Automatic High Beam Control ...............
104
Front Fog Lamps .........................................
105
Direction Indicators ....................................
106
Interior Lamps ..............................................
106
Cargo Lamps .................................................
107
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows ..........................................
108
Exterior Mirrors .............................................
109
Interior Mirror ..................................................
110
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ...............................................................
111
Warning Lamps and Indicators ...............
112
Information Displays
General Information ....................................
116
Trip Computer ................................................
118
Personalized Settings .................................
119
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control .............................
121
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate ........................................................................\
.
122
Rear Passenger Climate Controls ..........
123
Heated Rear Window .................................
123
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles Without: Heated Rear Window ..........
123
Heated Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Heated Rear Window .............................
123
Auxiliary Heater ............................................
124
Remote Start .................................................
125
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Parking Brake - Vehicles With:
Conventional Mechanical
Parking Brake
Applying the Parking Brake ....................185
Releasing the Parking Brake ...................
185
Parking Brake Audible Warning ..............
185
Parking Brake – Troubleshooting ..........
185
Parking Brake - Vehicles With: Push Down Parking Brake
Applying the Parking Brake ....................
186
Releasing the Parking Brake ..................
186
Pushing the Parking Brake Lever Down ........................................................................\
186
Parking Brake Audible Warning .............
186
Parking Brake – Troubleshooting ..........
187
Traction Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
188
Using Traction Control ..............................
188
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
189
Using Stability Control ..............................
190
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation .................................
191
Parking Aid ......................................................
191
Rear Parking Aid ...........................................
193
Front Parking Aid .........................................
194
Side Sensing System .................................
196
Active Park Assist ........................................
198
Rear View Camera .....................................
200
180 Degree Camera ...................................
203
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation ..............................
206
Using Cruise Control .................................
206
Using Adaptive Cruise Control ...............
207Driving Aids
Speed Limiter
................................................
214
Driver Alert ......................................................
214
Lane Keeping System .................................
217
Blind Spot Information System ............
220
Cross Traffic Alert .......................................
224
Eco ....................................................................
227
Steering ..........................................................
228
Pre-Collision Assist ....................................
230
Front View Camera ....................................
233
Drive Control .................................................
234
Load Carrying
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Bus .....
236
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Van ........................................................................\
236
Load Retaining Fixtures ............................
236
Load Limit ......................................................
237
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
242
Recommended Towing Weights - Chassis Cab/Crew Van/Cutaway/Van
........................................................................\
243
Recommended Towing Weights - M2 Bus ...............................................................
245
Essential Towing Checks ..........................
247
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels .....
253
Driving Hints
Reduced Engine Performance ...............
254
Economical Driving ....................................
254
Cold Weather Precautions ......................
254
Breaking-In ....................................................
255
Driving Through Water ..............................
255
Floor Mats ......................................................
255
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance .................................
257
Hazard Flashers ..........................................
258
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the
vehicle you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your
vehicle. Note:
Either Ford Motor Company or an
authorized Ford dealer may have originally
sold this incomplete vehicle to a vehicle
modifier who upfitted it. As a result, it may
have different options and features than
described in this manual.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat. Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
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Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
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Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
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Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owner
’s Manual. Genuine Ford and
Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these
specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts
meet our stringent requirements for fit,
finish, structural integrity, corrosion
protection and dent resistance. During
vehicle development we validate that
these parts deliver the intended level of
protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level
of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford
Warranty may not cover damage caused
to your vehicle as a result of failed
non-Ford parts. For additional information,
refer to the terms and conditions of the
Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is
covered and what is not covered by your
vehicle ’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
refer to the Warranty Manual that is
provided to you along with your Owner ’s
Manual. Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls. WARNING: You risk death or
serious injury to yourself and others if you
do not follow the instruction highlighted
by the warning symbol. Failure to follow
the specific warnings and instructions
could result in personal injury. WARNING: Never
place front seat
mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
in front of an active passenger airbag.
On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector WARNING:
Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and
reprogramming services. Installing an
aftermarket device that uses the DLC
during normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,
transmission of vehicle data to other
devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in
devices unless approved by Ford. The
vehicle Warranty will not cover damage
caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
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Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and
Utility Type Vehicles
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read
this Owner ’s Manual carefully. Your vehicle
is not a passenger car. As with other
vehicles of this type, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury or death.
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow
Do not use this vehicle for
snowplowing.
Your vehicle is not equipped with a
snowplowing package.
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
If your light truck is equipped with the Ford
Ambulance Preparation Package, it may
be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges
ambulance manufacturers to follow the
recommendations of the Ford Incomplete
Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder ’s
Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle
Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as
pertinent supplements.
For additional information, please
contact the Truck Body Builders
Advisory Service: Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas
You can also call us at
1–877 –840–4338
. Other Vehicle Modifications
If converting or modifying your vehicle
from production specification, refer to
the Truck Body Builder Advisory
website: Web Address
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT WARNING:
Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
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EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner
’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that
are unique to your vehicle. This Owner ’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment
listed as standard may be different on units
built for export. Refer to this Owner ’s
Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
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