2013 Ford Escape Owners Manual

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VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

CRUISE CONTROL

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See Cruise Control (page 172). INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:20)(cid:26)(cid:28)(cid:27) Pull the control to select or deselect voice control. See SYNC™ (page 284). See MyFord Touch™ (page 321). MyFord Touch® Controls (If Equipped) Your steering wheel controls may also have these additional features.

Press to go to the home screen.

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Press to go to the information screen.

See MyFord Touch™ (page 321).

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See Information Displays (page 85).

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Multimedia Controls (If Equipped)

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:23)(cid:22)(cid:23) Use the arrows on the right side of the steering wheel to navigate through the menus. Press OK to make a selection.

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS Note: Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield wipers. Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are switched off before entering a car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washers before wiping a dry windshield.

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Single wipe Intermittent wipe Normal wipe High speed wipe

Intermittent Wipe

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Short wipe interval Intermittent wipe Long wipe interval

Use the rotary control to adjust the intermittent wipe interval. Speed dependent wipers (if equipped) When your vehicle speed increases, the interval between wipes will decrease. AUTOWIPERS (IF EQUIPPED) Note: Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield wipers. Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are switched off before entering a car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. Note: If you switch autolamps on in conjunction with autowipers, the low beam headlamps will illuminate automatically when the rain sensor activates the windshield wipers continuously. Note: Wet road conditions can cause unexpected wiping or smearing.

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To reduce smearing we recommend the following: • • •

Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers. Switch to normal or high speed wipe. Switch the autowipers off.

WINDSHIELD WASHERS Note: Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:26)(cid:22)(cid:22) The washers will spray for as long as you pull the lever toward you. When you release the lever, the wipers will operate for a short time. A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid.

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High sensitivity On Low sensitivity

The wipers will function when moisture is detected on the windshield. The rain sensor will continue to monitor the amount of moisture on the windshield and adjust the speed of the wipers automatically. Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor. With low sensitivity, the wipers will operate when the sensor detects a large amount of moisture on the windshield. With high sensitivity, the wipers will operate when the sensor detects a small amount of moisture on the windshield. Keep the outside of the windshield clean. Sensor performance will be affected if the area around the interior mirror is dirty. The rain sensor is very sensitive and the wipers may operate if dirt, mist or flies hit the windshield.

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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHERS Rear Window Wiper

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Intermittent wipe Low speed wipe

Press the button at the end of the lever to change between off, intermittent and low speed. When you shift into R (Reverse), the rear wiper will switch on to intermittent if the front wipers are activated. Rear Window Washer

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:26)(cid:22)(cid:25) The washer will spray for as long as you push the lever away from you. When you release the lever, the wiper will operate for a short time.

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LIGHTING CONTROL

Headlamp Flasher

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Off Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps Headlamps

High Beams

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AUTOLAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) Note: It may be necessary to switch your headlamps on manually in severe weather conditions.

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:28) Push the lever forward to switch the high beams on. Push the lever forward again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beams off.

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:23)(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:20) The headlamps will switch on and off automatically in low light situations or during inclement weather. The headlamps will remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. You can adjust the time delay using the information display controls. See Information Displays (page 85).

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Note: If you switch autolamps on in conjunction with autowipers, low beam headlamps will illuminate automatically when the rain sensor activates the windshield wipers continuously. INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER Note: If you disconnect the battery or it becomes discharged, the illuminated components will switch to the maximum setting. Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:21)(cid:26)(cid:20)(cid:21) Press repeatedly or press and hold until the desired level is reached.

Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps

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Press repeatedly or press and hold to dim. Press repeatedly or press and hold to brighten.

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY After you switch the ignition off, you can switch the headlamps on by pulling the direction indicator lever toward you. You will hear a short tone. The headlamps will switch off automatically after three minutes with any door open or 30 seconds after the last door has been closed. You can cancel this feature by pulling the direction indicator toward you again or switching the ignition on. DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING

Always remember to switch your headlamps on in low light situations or during inclement weather. The system does not activate the tail lamps and may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

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The system switches the headlamps on in low light situations. To switch the system on: 1. Switch the ignition on. 2. Switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp position.

Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps The system switches the low beam headlamps on at a reduced intensity in day light conditions. Vehicle with High Intensity Discharge Headlamps The system switches the fog lamps on in day light conditions. FRONT FOG LAMPS

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:23)(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:22) Press the control to switch the fog lamps on or off. You can switch the fog lamps on when the lighting control is in any position except off and the high beams are not on.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:25)(cid:27)(cid:20) Push the lever up or down to use the direction indicators. Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times to indicate a lane change. INTERIOR LAMPS The lamps will switch on when one of the following conditions have been met: • • •

You open any door. You press a remote control button. You press switch B on the front interior lamp.

Front Interior Lamp Without moonroof

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Rear Interior Lamp (If Equipped)

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:23)(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:24) (A) You can switch individual map lamps on independently by pressing switch. AMBIENT LIGHTING (IF EQUIPPED) The ambient lighting system illuminates the interior with a choice of several colors. The ambient lighting control is located in the overhead console. (cid:37)

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Color palette Control knob Search mode

Rotate B past the first detent to switch on and adjust to the desired brightness. Press A to cycle through the color choices.

(A) Door function switch. Press this switch to disable the interior lamps. The door function

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:27)(cid:20)(cid:28) indicator lamp will illuminate yellow with lamps disabled. Press the switch again to turn interior lamps back on. The indicator lamp will illuminate blue.

(B) All lamps on and off switch.

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(C) Passenger individual lamp on and off switch.

(D) Driver individual lamp on and off switch.

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(A) Door function switch. Press this switch to disable the interior lamps. The door function

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:27)(cid:20)(cid:28) indicator lamp will illuminate yellow with lamps disabled. Press the switch again to turn interior lamps back on. The indicator lamp will illuminate blue.

(B) All lamps on and off switch.

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(C) Individual lamp on and off switch.

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Press C to switch on all interior lamps and the ambient lighting. Press C again to switch off the interior lamps and return the ambient lighting to the previously selected color. The ambient lighting will switch on when the following conditions have been met: you switch the ignition on • you switch the headlamps on • • the outside ambient light level is low. The ambient lighting will remain on until you switch the ignition off and one of the following conditions have been met: • •

you lock your vehicle the accessory delay timer expires.

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Windows and Mirrors

Window Lock

(cid:40)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:27)(cid:24)(cid:19) Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. It will illuminate when the rear window controls are locked. Bounce-Back (If Equipped) The window will stop automatically while closing. It will reverse some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING

When you override the bounce-back feature the window will not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care

when closing the windows to avoid personal injury.

Proceed as follows to override this protection feature when there is a resistance, for example in winter: 1. Close the window twice until it reaches

the point of resistance and let it reverse.

POWER WINDOWS WARNINGS

Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and make sure that

children and pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

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Note: You may hear a rumbling noise when just one of the windows are open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise. Press the switch to open the window. Lift the switch to close the window. One-Touch Down (If Equipped) Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window. One-Touch Up (If Equipped) Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.

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2. Close the window a third time to the point of resistance. The bounce-back feature is now disabled and you can close the window manually. The window will go past the point of resistance and you can close it fully.

See an authorized dealer as soon as possible if the window does not close after the third attempt. Resetting the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING

The bounce-back feature remains turned off until you reset the memory.

If you have disconnected the battery, you must reset the bounce-back memory separately for each window. 1. Lift and hold the switch until the

window is fully closed.

2. Release the switch. 3. Lift the switch again for one more

second.

4. Press and hold the switch until the

window is fully open.

5. Release the switch. 6. Lift and hold the switch until the

window is fully closed.

7. Open the window and then try to close

it automatically.

8. Reset and repeat the procedure if the window does not close automatically.

Accessory Delay (If Equipped) You can use the window switches for several minutes after you have switched the ignition off or until either front door is opened.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power Exterior Mirrors WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving.

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Left-hand mirror Off Right-hand mirror

(cid:40)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:27)(cid:23)(cid:26) Press the arrows to adjust the mirror. Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position. Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 121).

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Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 127). Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)

WARNING

Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They are designed to increase your visibility along the side of your vehicle. Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you intend to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes.

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(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:24) The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle will transition to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C). Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped) See Blind Spot Monitor (page 173). INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING

Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving.

Windows and Mirrors

Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side. Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night. Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor. The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up. SUN VISORS

Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:26) Lift the cover to switch the lamp on. MOONROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNINGS

Do not let children play with the moonroof or leave them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously

hurt themselves.

When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and make sure that

children and pets are not in the proximity of the roof opening.

The moonroof and sunscreen controls are located on the overhead console. The moonroof and sunscreen have a one-touch open and close feature. To stop them during one-touch operation, press the control a second time. Opening and Closing the Sunscreen

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:25) Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade.

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Press and release the rear of the control to open the sunscreen. Press and release the front of the control to close the sunscreen. If it is open, the moonroof will automatically close before the sunscreen closes. Opening and Closing the Moonroof

Venting the Moonroof Press and release the front of the control to vent the moonroof. Press and release the rear of the control to close the moonroof.

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:28) Press and release the rear of the control to open the moonroof. If it is closed, the sunscreen will automatically open before the moonroof opens. The moonroof will stop short of the fully opened position. Note: This position helps to reduce wind noise or rumbling which may happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and hold the control again to fully open the moonroof. Press and release the front of the control to close the moonroof. Bounce-Back The moonroof will stop automatically while closing. It will reverse some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Press and hold the front of the control within two seconds of a bounce-back event to override this function. While bounce-back is active, the closing force increases for each of the next three times that you close the moonroof.

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GAUGES

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Information display Speedometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Tachometer

Information Display Compass (If Equipped) Displays the vehicle’s heading direction. To calibrate and set the compass zone use the information display menu. See Information Displays (page 85). Use the diagram to determine your magnetic zone.

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Instrument Cluster

Fuel Gauge Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will indicate approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. A low fuel reminder will be triggered when the fuel gauge needle is at 1/16th or vehicles equipped with a DTE (Drive To Empty) is at 35 miles (60km), whichever occurs first. WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information. Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start your vehicle. Airbag - Front

If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.

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Odometer Located in the bottom of the information display, it registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has traveled. Outside Air Temperature Shows the outside air temperature. Trip Computer See Trip Computer (page 87). Vehicle Settings and Personalization See General Information (page 85). Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

WARNING

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

At normal operating temperature, the needle will remain in the center section. Note: Do not restart the engine until the cause of overheating has been resolved. If the needle enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the engine, switch the ignition off and determine the cause once the engine has cooled down. See Engine Coolant Check (page 225).

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WARNING

Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Cruise Control (If Equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch this feature on. See Using Cruise Control (page 172).

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Direction Indicator

Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard warning flasher is turned on. If the

indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb (page 235). Engine Oil

If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 224). Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Fasten Safety Belt

It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. See Safety

Belt Minder (page 31).

Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You will continue

to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Battery

If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch off all unnecessary electrical

equipment and have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch this feature off or in conjunction with a message. See Blind Spot

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Monitor (page 173). See Information Messages (page 88). Brake System

It will illuminate when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on.

(cid:40)(cid:20)(cid:22)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:23)(cid:23) If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer.

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Fog Lamps - Front (If Equipped)

Parking Lamps

It will illuminate when you switch the front fog lamps on.

It will illuminate when you switch the parking lamps on.

High Beam

It will illuminate when you switch the high beam headlamps on. It will flash when you use the

headlamp flasher. Information (If Equipped)

It will illuminate when a new message is stored in the information display. It will be red or amber in color depending on the severity of the message and will remain on until the cause of the message has been rectified. See Information Messages (page 88). Low Fuel Level

It will illuminate when the fuel level is low or the fuel tank is nearly empty. Refuel as soon as

possible. Low Tire Pressure Warning

It will illuminate when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check

your tire pressure as soon as possible. It will also illuminate momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by your authorized dealer.

Service Engine Soon

If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after the engine is started, it

indicates that the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emissions control system. Refer to On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced. See Emission Control System (page 146). If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately. Note: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter or other vehicle components. The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See Emission Control System (page 146).

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Parking Brake On Warning Chime Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Automatic Transmission Warning Chime Sounds when you have not moved the transmission selector lever to position P. A message will be shown in the display.

Shift Indicator

It will illuminate to inform you that shifting to a higher gear may give better fuel economy. See Automatic Transmission (page 150). Stability Control

It will flash when the system is active. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you

switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system will switch off. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Stability Control Off

It will illuminate when you switch the system off. It will go out when you switch the system back on or when you switch the ignition off.

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS Key in Ignition Warning Chime Sounds when you open the driver's door and you have left the key in the ignition with it in the off or accessory position. Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped) Sounds the horn twice when you exit the vehicle and the keyless vehicle is in RUN, indicating the vehicle is still on. Headlamps On Warning Chime Sounds when you remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door and you have left the headlamps or parking lamps on.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information is displayed in the information display. Information Display Controls

• Press the up and down arrow buttons

to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.

• Press the right arrow button to enter a

sub-menu.

• Press the left arrow button to exit a

menu.

• Press and hold the left arrow button at

any time to return to the main menu display (escape button).

• Press the OK button to choose and

confirm settings or messages. The OK button may also be used to reset some Trip values.

Menu Structure - Information Display All Vehicles You can access the menu using the information display control. Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are optional.

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Distance to E Trip odometer Trip timer Average fuel

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Trip 1 and 21

Ford EcoMode

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Trip 1 and 21

Speed

Ford EcoMode2

All Value - Distance to E, Trip odometer, Trip timer and Average fuel 1 See Trip Computer (page 87). 2 See Eco Mode (page 177).

Intelligent 4WD MyKey Dist. MyKey Info

Driver Assist

Lighting

Display

Chimes Convenience

Information

Settings

On or Off On or Off On or Off On or Off Auto or Manual Off or xx Seconds On or Off Choose your applicable setting Choose your applicable setting Choose your applicable setting

Traction Ctrl Blind spot Cross traffic alert Rain Light Dimming Autolamp delay Navigation info Language Distance Temperature Park Slot Information Warning Compass Remote Start

Display Climate Control

On or Off Heater – A/C / Auto or Last Settings

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Settings

Front Defrost / Automatic or Off Rear Defrost / Automatic or Off (5, 10 or 15 minutes) On/Off

Enable or Disable

Duration Quiet Start Restore Default System Hold OK to Create MyKey Always On or User Selectable 80 MPH (130 km/h) or Off 45 mph (75 km/h), 55 mph (90 km/h), 65 mph (105 km/h) or Off On or Off Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys

MyKey

Create MyKey Traction Ctrl Max Speed Speed Warning

Volume Limiter Clear MyKeys

System Check All active warnings will display first if applicable. The system check menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current vehicle status. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list. TRIP COMPUTER Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip, distance, time and average fuel information.

Distance to E Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to vary. Trip Odometer Registers the distance traveled of individual journeys. Trip Timer Registers the time of individual journeys. Average Fuel Indicates the average fuel consumption since the function was last reset.

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All Value Indicates all the respective remaining fuel, distance, time and average fuel information. INFORMATION MESSAGES Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed automatically after a short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access the menus. Message indicator (If Equipped) The message indicator illuminates to supplement some messages. It will be red or amber depending on the severity of the message and will remain on until the cause of the message has been rectified. Some messages will be supplemented by a system specific symbol with a message indicator.

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Airbag

Message

Airbag fault Service now

Message Indicator Amber

Action

Displays when the system requires service due

to a malfunction. Contact your authorized

dealer.

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Alarm

Message

Alarm activated Check

Vehicle

Message Indicator Amber

Alarm fault Service

required

Battery and Charging System Message Indicator

Message

Electrical system over-

voltage Stop safely

Red

Battery low See manual

Amber

Action

Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthorized entry. See Anti-Theft

Alarm (page 62).

Displays when the system requires service due

to a malfunction. Contact your authorized

dealer.

Action

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so

and switch off the ignition. Contact your

authorized dealer.

Displays to warn of a low battery condition. Turn off all unneeded electrical accessories.

Contact your authorized dealer.

Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System Action

Message

BLIS Low visibility See

manual

Message Indicator Amber

Displayed when the blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Monitor (page

173).

Displayed when a fault with the system has occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

Displayed when the system is not available due to trailer use. See Blind Spot Monitor (page

173).

Displayed when the system detects a vehicle.

See Blind Spot Monitor (page 173).

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BLIS: X sensor fault

Service required

BLIS not available Trailer

attached

Cross Traffic Vehicle

coming from X

Amber

Amber

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Message

Cross Traffic Sensor blocked See manual

Message Indicator Amber

Cross Traffic fault Service required

Amber

Action

Displayed when the blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Monitor (page

173).

Displays when the system requires service due

to a malfunction. Contact your authorized

dealer.

Cross Traffic disabled

Trailer attached

Displayed when the system is not available due to trailer use. See Blind Spot Monitor (page

173).

Doors

Message

X door open

Liftgate ajar

Hood open

Message Indicator

Action

Red

Red

Red

Displays when the door(s) listed is not

completely closed and the vehicle is moving.

Displays when the door(s) listed is not

completely closed.

Displays when the luggage compartment is not completely closed and the vehicle is moving. Displays when the luggage compartment is not

completely closed.

Displays when the hood is not completely

closed and the vehicle is moving.

Displays when the hood is not completely

closed.

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Engine

Message

Engine fault Service now

Message Indicator Amber

High engine temperature

Stop safely

Red

Power reduced to lower

temperature

Hill Start Assist

Message

Hill start assist not avail-

able

Keyless Vehicle Message

Ford KeyFree Key inside

vehicle

Ford KeyFree No key

detected

Switch ign. off Press ENGINE Start/Stop

button

Message Indicator Amber

Message Indicator Amber

Red

Action

Engine service is required. Contact your

authorized dealer.

Displays when the engine temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and allow to engine to cool. If the problem persists, contact your authorized dealer. See Engine

Coolant Check (page 225).

Displays when the engine has reduced power in order to help reduce high coolant temper-

ature.

Action

Displays when hill start assist is not available. Contact your authorized dealer. See Hill Start

Assist (page 152).

Action

Displays to remind you that the key is in the trunk. See Keyless Starting (page 137). Displayed if the key is not detected by the system. See Keyless Starting (page 137). Displayed as a reminder to turn off the vehicle.

See Keyless Starting (page 137).

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Message

Message Indicator

Press brake to start

Ford KeyFree Key not

inside car

Key Battery low Replace

soon

Red

Lighting

Message

Message Indicator

Brake lamp Bulb fault

Low beam Bulb fault

Headlamp fault Service

required

Amber

Action

Displayed as a reminder to press the brake

while starting the vehicle.

Displayed when a valid key is not detected

within the vehicle. See Keyless Starting (page

137).

Displays when the key battery is low. Change the battery as soon as possible. See Remote

Control (page 45).

Action

Displays when the brake lamp bulb has burned

out. Contact your authorized dealer.

Displays when the low beam headlamp bulb has burned out. Contact your authorized dealer. Displays when an electrical system problem occurs with the headlamp system. Contact your

authorized dealer.

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Maintenance Message

Message Indicator

Action

Engine oil change due

Brake fluid level low

Service now

Red

Washer fluid level low

Check fuel fill inlet

Displays when the engine oil life is depleted and requires a change. See Engine Oil Check (page

224).

Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

See Brake Fluid Check (page 228).

Displays when the washer fluid is low and needs to be refilled. See Washer Fluid Check (page

229).

Displays when the fuel fill inlet was not properly

closed. See Refueling (page 144).

MyKey

Message

MyKey active Drive

Safely

MyKey Speed Limited to

XX MPH/km/h

MyKey Vehicle Near Top

Speed

MyKey Vehicle at Top

Speed

MyKey Check Speed

Drive Safely

MyKey Buckle Up to

Unmute Audio

MyKey Park aid cannot

be deactivated

Message Indicator

Amber

Amber

Action

Displays when MyKey is active.

Displays when starting the vehicle and MyKey

is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on.

Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey

speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is

approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).

Displays when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey

speed limit is reached.

Displays when MyKey is active.

Displays when a MyKey is in use and Belt-

Minder is activated.

Displays when a MyKey is in use and park aid is

activated.

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Message

Message Indicator

Action

Key is Already a MyKey

Hold key next to symbol

on steering column MyKey ESC cannot be

deactivated

Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a

key already designated as a MyKey. Displays when programming a MyKey.

Displays when programming a MyKey.

Park Aid

Message

Parking aid malfunction

Service required

Park Brake

Message

Park brake applied

Message Indicator Amber

Message Indicator

Red

Action

Displays when the system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer. See Parking Aid (page 163).

Action

Displays when the parking brake is set, the

engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your

authorized dealer.

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Power Steering Message

Message Indicator

Action

Steering loss Stop safely

Red

Steering assist fault

Service required

Steering fault Service

now

Amber

Amber

The power steering system is not working. Stop the vehicle a safe place. Contact your author-

ized dealer.

The power steering system is not working. Stop the vehicle a safe place. Contact your author-

ized dealer.

The power steering system has detected a

condition within the power steering system or passive entry or passive start system requires

service. Contact your authorized dealer.

Starting System

Message

Message Indicator

Action

Press brake to start

Cranking time exceeded

Displays when starting the vehicle as a reminder

to apply the brake.

Displays when the vehicle fails to start.

Transmission and Four-Wheel Drive

Message

Transmission fault

Service now

Transmission overtem- perature Stop safely

Transmission Service

required

Transmission Hot Stop

or Speed Up

Message Indicator

Amber

Amber

Action

See your authorized dealer.

The transmission is overheating and needs to

cool. Stop in a safe place as soon as it’s

possible.

See your authorized dealer.

Transmission is getting hot. Stop to let it cool

or speed up.

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Message

Transmission Hot Wait

...

4WD fault Service

required

Message Indicator

Amber

4WD Off

Amber

4WD temporarily

disabled

Amber

4WD restored

Transmission not in Park

Select P

Press brake to unlock

gearshift lever

Gearshift lever unlocked

Action

Transmission is hot. Wait as needed to let it

cool.

The system is not functioning correctly and defaulted to front-wheel drive. See your authorized dealer. See Using Four-Wheel

Drive (page 153).

Displays when the system disables automatic- ally and enters front-wheel drive only mode to protect driveline components. See Using Four-

Wheel Drive (page 153).

The system has overheated and defaulted to front-wheel drive. See Using Four-Wheel

Drive (page 153).

Displays when system operation has been

restored. See Using Four-Wheel Drive (page

153).

Displays as a reminder to shift into park.

Displays to request the operator to apply the

brake as needed by the transmission.

Displays when the transmission shift lever is

unlocked and free to select gears.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Message

Low Tire Pressure

Message Indicator Amber

Tire Pressure Monitor

Fault

Amber

Tire Pressure Sensor

Fault

Amber

Action

Displays when one or more tires on your vehicle

have low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (page 264).

Displays when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monit-

on or continues to come on, contact your

oring System (page 264).

Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is

malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, see See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 264). If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Traction Control

Message

Message Indicator

Action

Traction control off

Displays when the traction control system has

been switched off. See Using Traction

Control (page 160).

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GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors

AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: • AM: 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz •

FM: 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz

Distance and strength

Terrain

Station overload

Radio Reception Factors

The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with the reception. When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in the audio system muting.

Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods. MP3 Track and Folder Structure Audio systems capable of recognizing and playing MP3 individual tracks and folder structures work as follows: •

There are two different modes for MP3
disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode.

• MP3 track mode ignores any folder

structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. The maximum number of playable MP3
files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present.

CD and CD Player Information Note: CD units play commercially pressed 4.75-inch (12 centimeter) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Note: Do not insert CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. You should use a permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels on your homemade CDs. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact an authorized dealer for further information. Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped discs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. Always handle discs by their edges only. Clean the disc with an approved CD cleaner only. Wipe it from the center of the disc toward the edge. Do not clean in a circular motion.

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In track mode, the system displays and plays the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files play, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system only plays the .mp3 files in the current folder. AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH: AM/FM/CD

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends

that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature 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 handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder

structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3
tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3
file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001
(folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of

folders helps with navigation through the disc files.

If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system reads the structures you create. While