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Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................249
Recommended Towing Weights..............250
Essential Towing Checks...........................252
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
.......254
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................256
Economical Driving
......................................256
Driving Through Water
...............................256
Floor Mats
.......................................................257
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
...................................259
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................260
Fuel Shutoff...................................................260
Jump Starting the Vehicle...........................261
Post-Crash Alert System.............................264
Transporting the Vehicle............................264
Towing Points
................................................265
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
................267 In California (U.S. Only)...............................268
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)........................269
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)...........................................270
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................271
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature....................................................272
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).......273
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)............................................................273
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
............................275
Changing a Fuse..........................................292
Maintenance
General Information
....................................295
Opening and Closing the Hood...............295
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L
....................297
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L....................299
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L............................301
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.0L............................301 Engine Oil Check..........................................301
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................302
Engine Coolant Check................................303
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check......307
Brake Fluid Check..........................................311
Washer Fluid Check......................................312
Fuel Filter
.........................................................312
Changing the 12V Battery...........................312
Checking the Wiper Blades........................314
Changing the Wiper Blades........................314
Adjusting the Headlamps............................315
Changing a Bulb
............................................316
Bulb Specification Chart..............................316
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................319
Vehicle Care
General Information.....................................320
Cleaning Products
.......................................320
Cleaning the Exterior
....................................321
Waxing............................................................322
Cleaning the Engine....................................322
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades.........................................................323
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Transmission
Action
Message
See your authorized dealer.
Transmission Malfunction Service Now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Overheating Stop Safely
The transmission has overheated and needs to cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’ s possible.
Transmission Over Temperature Stop
Safely
See your authorized dealer.
Transmission Service Required
Transmission is getting hot. Stop to let it cool.
Transmission Too Hot Press Brake
Displays when the transmission has overheated and has limited functional\
ity. See Automatic
Transmission (page 173).
Transmission Limited Function See Manual
Transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up before you drive.
Transmission Warming Up Please Wait
A reminder to shift into park. In addition, this message is typical afte\
r reconnecting or rechargingthe battery until you cycle the ignition to the on mode.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page
312).
Transmission Not in Park
Displays when the transmission has adjusted the shift strategy.
Transmission Adjusted
Displays when the transmission is adjusting the shift strategy.
Transmission AdaptMode
Displays when the transmission shift lever is locked and unable to select gears.
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup On
Displays when the transmission shift lever is unlocked and free to select gears.
Transmission IndicatMode Lockup Off
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FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Power Distribution Box
WARNINGS
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high-current fuses. WARNINGS
To reduce risk of electrical shock,
always replace the cover to the power
distribution box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. The power distribution box is in the engine
compartment. It has high-current fuses that
protect your vehicle's main electrical systems
from overloads.
If you disconnect and reconnect the battery,
you will need to reset some features. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 312).
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 303).
A
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 301).
B
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 301).
C
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 311).
D
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 312).
E
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 275).
F
Air filter.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 319).
G
Washer system fluid reservoir.
See Washer Fluid Check (page 312).
H
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Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 303).
A.
Engine oil filler cap.
See Engine Oil Check (page 301).
B.
Engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 301).
C.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 311).
D.
Battery.
See Changing the 12V Battery (page 312).
E.
Engine compartment fuse box.
See Fuses (page 275).
F.
Air filter assembly.
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 319).
G.
Automatic transmission dipstick.
See Automatic Transmission Fluid Check (page 307).
H.
Washer fluid reservoir.
See Washer Fluid Check (page 312).
I.
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WARNINGS
A fluid level between the MAX and
MIN lines is within the normal
operating range and there is no need to add
fluid. A fluid level not in the normal operating
range could compromise the performance
of the system. Have your vehicle checked
immediately. To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford specifications.
See
Capacities and Specifications (page
367).
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the
risk of injury or accident. Note:
The front and rear washer systems
are supplied from the same reservoir.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford
specifications.
See Capacities and
Specifications (page 367).
State or local regulations on volatile organic
compounds may restrict the use of methanol,
a common windshield washer antifreeze
additive. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be
used only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging the vehicle ’s
paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel
filter that is integrated with the fuel tank.
Regular maintenance or replacement is not
needed. CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or
lighted substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always shield
your face and protect your eyes. Always
provide correct ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the vent
caps, resulting in personal injury and damage
to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with
a battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
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Auxiliary Power Points.................................156
110 Volt AC Power Point....................................156
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................156
Locations...............................................................156
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive...........................................179
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery........................312
Blind Spot Information System..................231 Switching the System Off and On..................233
System Errors......................................................233
Using the System................................................231
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............295
Booster Seats..................................................28
Types of Booster Seats.......................................29
Brake Fluid Check..........................................311
Brakes..............................................................188 General Information............................................188
Breaking-In....................................................256
Bulb Specification Chart..............................316
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................138 California Proposition 65
...............................12
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L.......374 Specifications......................................................375
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.......379 Specifications.......................................................381
Capacities and Specifications...................367
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior................................
321
Center Console..............................................158 Rear Seat Armrest...............................................158
Changing a Bulb
............................................316
Lamp Assembly Condensation........................316
Replacing Bulbs...................................................316
Changing a Fuse..........................................292 Fuses.....................................................................292
Changing a Road Wheel.............................357 Changing a Road Wheel Procedure..............
359
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly Information......................................................358
Stowing the Flat Tire..........................................363
Stowing the Flat Tire Using the Retainer Strap..................................................................363
Changing the 12V Battery...........................312
Changing the Engine Air Filter..................319
Changing the Wiper Blades........................314
Checking MyKey System Status.................62 MyKey Distance....................................................62
Number of Admin Keys.......................................63 Number of MyKeys...............................................62
Checking the Wiper Blades........................314
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance...................................................41
Child Restraint Positioning
............................31
Child Safety.......................................................17
General Information...............................................17
Child Safety Locks..........................................32 Left-Hand Side.......................................................33
Right-Hand Side....................................................33
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................326
Cleaning Products
.......................................320
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.........................327
Cleaning the Engine....................................322
Cleaning the Exterior
....................................321
Exterior Chrome Parts........................................321
Exterior Plastic Parts..........................................322
Stripes or Graphics............................................322
Underbody...........................................................322
Under Hood.........................................................322
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
...........................325
Cleaning the Interior....................................323
Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber Cloth
Fabric................................................................324
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
...........................................................323
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................62
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