2014 Ford Escape Owners Manual

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PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE RISING COST OF VEHICLE REPAIRS WITH A FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN. SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only) More than 32 million Ford owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford Extended Service Plan. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides peace of mind protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford Extended Service Plan. With Ford ESP you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle Components There are four Extended Service Plans with different levels of coverage. Ask your authorized dealer for details. 1. PremiumCARE - Our most

comprehensive coverage. With over 1,000 covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only discuss what’s not covered.

2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech items. 3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components. 4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical

components.

Ford Extended Service Plan is honored by all authorized Ford dealers in the U.S. and Canada. It is the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company.

That means you get: • Reliable, quality service at any Ford or

Lincoln dealership

• Repairs performed by factory trained

technicians, using genuine parts

Rental Car Reimbursement 1st day Rental Benefit You take advantage of replacement transportation if your vehicle is at your authorized dealer for same day covered repairs. Extended Rental Benefits If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs, you are eligible for rental car coverage, including bumper to bumper warranty repairs, and Field Service Actions. Roadside Assistance Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including: •

Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts

• Out of fuel and lock-out assistance Travel expense reimbursement for • lodging, meals and rental car

• Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle,

rental car coverage and emergency transportation

Transferable Coverage If you sell your vehicle before your Ford Extended Service Plan coverage expires, you can transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you sell your vehicle, prospective buyers may have a higher degree of confidence that vehicle was properly maintained with Ford ESP, thereby improving resale value.

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Spark plugs (except in California) The clutch disc Brake pads and linings Shock absorbers Belts and hoses

Avoid the Rising Cost of Properly Maintaining Your Vehicle! Ford Extended Service Plan also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers all scheduled maintenance, and selected wear items. The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording your vehicle’s maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine inspections, preventive care and replacement of select items that require periodic attention for normal wear: • Windshield wiper blades • • • • • • Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment Interest Free Finance Options Available Take advantage of our interest free installment payment plan. Just a 10% down payment will provide you with an affordable, no interest, no fee payment program allowing you all the security and benefits Ford ESP has to offer while paying over time. You are pre-approved with no credit checks, no hassles! To learn more, call our Ford ESP specialists at 800-367-3377. Ford ESP P.O. Box 8072
Royal Oak, MI 48068-0039

SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford Extended Service Plan provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement • Coverage for certain maintenance and

wear items

• Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage expires

• Roadside Assistance benefits There are several Ford Extended Service Plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental. When you purchase Ford Extended Service Plan, you receive added peace-of-mind protection throughout Canada and the United States, provided by a network of participating authorized Ford Motor Company dealers. Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford Extended Service Plan coverage. This information is subject to change. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you.

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Scheduled Maintenance

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why Maintain Your Vehicle? Carefully following the maintenance schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for completed maintenance with your vehicle. We have established regular maintenance intervals for your vehicle based upon rigorous testing. It is important that you have your vehicle serviced at the proper times. These intervals serve two purposes; one is to maintain the reliability of your vehicle and the second is to keep your cost of owning your vehicle down. It is your responsibility to have all scheduled maintenance performed and to make sure that the materials used meet the specifications identified in this owner's manual. See Capacities and Specifications (page 262). Failure to perform scheduled maintenance invalidates warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership? Factory-Trained Technicians Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored certification training to help them become experts on the operation of your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training and certification their technicians have received.

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® Replacement Parts Dealerships stock Ford, Motorcraft and Ford-authorized branded re-manufactured replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed our specifications. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide 24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer) parts and labor limited warranty. If you do not use Ford authorized parts they may not meet our specifications and depending on the part, it could affect emissions compliance. Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make your service visit more convenient and they offer one stop shopping. They can perform any services that are required on your vehicle, from general maintenance to collision repairs. Note: Not all dealers have extended hours or body shops. Please contact your dealer for details. Protecting Your Investment Maintenance is an investment that pays dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value. To maintain the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, make sure you have scheduled maintenance performed at the designated intervals. Your vehicle is equipped with the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system, which displays a message in the information display at the proper oil change interval. This interval may be up to one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers).

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When the oil change message appears in the information display, it is time for an oil change. Make sure you perform the oil change within two weeks or 500 miles (800 kilometers) of the message appearing. Make sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each oil change. See Engine Oil Check (page 212). If your information display resets prematurely or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5000 miles (8000
kilometers) from your last oil change. Never exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between oil change intervals. Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple, complex, performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features. That is why it is important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information. We strongly recommend the use of only genuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized re-manufactured replacement parts engineered for your vehicle.

Additives and Chemicals This owner's manual and the Ford Workshop Manual list the recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid needs to be changed. However, a qualified expert, such as the factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material contamination immediately. Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and fluids at the specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system or using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. Owner Checks and Services Make sure you perform the following basic maintenance checks and inspections every month or at six-month intervals.

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Check every month

Engine oil level.

Function of all interior and exterior lights.

Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.

Windshield washer fluid level.

Check every six months

Battery connections. Clean if necessary.

Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.

Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.

Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.

Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.

Parking brake for proper operation.

Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.

Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation. Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.

Multi-Point Inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, 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 great.

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Multi-Point inspection

Accessory drive belt(s) Battery performance

Engine air filter

Exhaust system

Exterior lamps operation

Fluid levels*; fill if necessary

For oil and fluid leaks Half-shaft dust boots

Hazard warning system operation

Horn operation

Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning

hoses

Suspension components for leaks or

damage

Steering and linkage

Tires (including spare) for wear and proper

pressure**

Windshield for cracks, chips or pits Washer spray and wiper operation

* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission 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.

This means you do not have to remember to change the oil on a mileage-based schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED in the information display. The following table provides examples of vehicle use and its impact on oil change intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil change intervals depend on several factors and generally decrease with severity of use.

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. NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you should change the engine oil based on how your vehicle is used. By using several important factors in its calculations, the monitor helps reduce the cost of owning your vehicle and reduces environmental waste at the same time.

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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Vehicle use and example

Interval

7500-10000 miles (12000-16000 km)

5000-7499 miles (8000-11999 km)

3000-4999 miles (4800-7999 km)

Normal

Normal commuting with highway driving No, or moderate, load or towing Flat to moderately hilly roads No extended idling

Severe Moderate to heavy load or towing Mountainous or off-road conditions Extended idling Extended hot or cold operation

Extreme

Maximum load or towing Extreme hot or cold operation

Normal Maintenance Intervals

At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*

Change engine oil and filter.** Rotate the tires. Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended). Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements. Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses. Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (Four-wheel drive vehicles). Inspect the half-shaft boots. Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U- joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (Four-wheel drive vehicles).

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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*

Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth. Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. * Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals. ** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil Check (page 212).

Every 20000 miles (32000
km) Every 30000 miles (48000
km) At 100000 miles (160000
km)

Every 100000 miles (160000 km)

Every 150000 miles (240000 km)

Other maintenance items 1
Replace cabin air filter.

Replace engine air filter.

Change engine coolant. 2

Replace spark plugs.

Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 3
Change automatic transmission fluid.

Replace accessory drive belt(s). 4
Replace timing belt (1.6L engine).

1 Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the last engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval. 2 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers). 3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced. 4 If not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 kilometers).

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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated. If you operate your vehicle occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

Perform the services shown in the following tables when specified or within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the information display. • Example 1: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28751 miles (46270 kilometers). Perform the 30000-mile (48000-kilometer) automatic transmission fluid replacement. • Example 2: The OIL CHANGE

REQUIRED message has not come on, but the odometer reads 30000
miles (48000 kilometers) (for example, the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset at 25000 miles [40000 kilometers]). Perform the engine air filter replacement.

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier

As required

Inspect frequently, service as required

Every 30000 miles (48000
km)

Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched- uled Maintenance chart. Inspect and lubricate U-joints. See axle maintenance items under Exceptions. Change automatic transmission fluid.

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use

(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)

As required

Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched- uled Maintenance chart.

Inspect frequently, service as required

Replace cabin air filter.* Replace engine air filter.

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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use

(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)

Every 30000 miles (48000
km) Every 60000 miles (96000
km) * This is an optional feature.

Change automatic transmission fluid.

Replace spark plugs.

Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)

Inspect frequently, service as required

Every 5000 miles (8000
km)

Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months

Replace cabin air filter.* Replace engine air filter. Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.

Change engine oil and filter.** Perform multi-point inspection. Change automatic transmission fluid.

Every 30000 miles (48000
km) * This is an optional feature. **Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil Check (page 212).

Exclusive use of E85 (flex fuel vehicles only)

Every oil change

If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.

Exceptions There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule:

Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been submerged in water. During long periods

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of trailer towing with outside temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months, whichever comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. See Technical Specifications (page 266). Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear axle fluid change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. Change the axle fluid anytime the axle submerges in water.

California fuel filter replacement: If you register your vehicle in California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item does not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability before the completion of your vehicle's useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle service. Hot climate oil change intervals: Vehicles operating in the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil change interval is 5000 miles (8000
kilometers). If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change interval is 3000 miles (4800 kilometers). Engine air filter and cabin air filter replacement: The life of the engine air filter and cabin air filter is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE RECORD

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Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87
Automatic Transmission Warning

Chime..................................................................88
Engine On Warning Chime................................87
Headlamps On Warning Chime.....................88
Key in Ignition Warning Chime.........................87
Keyless Warning Alert ........................................87
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................88
Audio Control..................................................66
Type 1.........................................................................67
Type 2........................................................................67
Audio Input Jack...........................................287
Audio System................................................270
General Information.........................................270
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio..............................275
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................273
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ CD.....................................................................271
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD............................................................277
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD...................................................................279
Menu Structure..................................................280
Autolamps.........................................................73
Automatic Climate Control......................103
Temperature Control........................................104
Automatic Transmission...........................138
Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................139
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or

Snow..................................................................140

SelectShift Automatic®

Transmission...................................................138

Understanding the Positions of Your

Automatic Transmission.............................138

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................216
Autowipers........................................................70
Auxiliary Power Points.................................121
110 Volt AC Power Point.....................................121
12 Volt DC Power Point......................................121
Locations.................................................................121

4WD See: Four-Wheel Drive.......................................141
A/C See: Climate Control.........................................102
About This Manual...........................................7
Protecting the Environment................................7
ABS See: Brakes...........................................................146
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes................................................................146
Accessories....................................................386
Exterior style........................................................386
Interior style.........................................................386
Lifestyle.................................................................386
Peace of mind.....................................................386
Accessories See: Replacement Parts

Recommendation.............................................11
Active Park Assist.........................................153
Automatic Steering into Parking

Space.................................................................154
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........155
Troubleshooting the System..........................156
Using Active Park Assist...................................153
Adjusting the Headlamps........................220
Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................221
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................220
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Airbag Disposal...............................................42
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.........................................102
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................65
Ambient Lighting.............................................77
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65
Arming the Alarm.................................................65
Disarming the Alarm...........................................65
Appendices....................................................388

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Checking MyKey System Status................51
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................219
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................32
Child Safety.......................................................14
General Information.............................................14
Child Safety Locks..........................................24
Left-Hand Side......................................................25
Right-Hand Side...................................................25
Child Seat Positioning..................................23
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................232
Cleaning Products.......................................229
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................233
Cleaning the Engine....................................230
Cleaning the Exterior..................................229
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts.....................230
Exterior Chrome.................................................229
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)................229
Underbody...........................................................230
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens..........................231
Cleaning the Interior....................................231
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................231
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................49
Climate.............................................................374
Climate Control Voice Commands.............376
Climate Control.............................................102
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check.............................213
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.........41
Creating a MyKey...........................................49
Programming/Changing Configurable

Settings...............................................................49
Cruise Control.................................................68
Principle of Operation......................................160
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control...............................160
Customer Assistance...................................191

Data Recording..................................................9
Event Data Recording...........................................9
Service Data Recording........................................9

Blind Spot Information System...............161
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®)

with Cross Traffic Alert.................................161

Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........207
Booster Seats...................................................21
Types of Booster Seats......................................22
Brake Fluid Check.........................................216
Brakes...............................................................146
General Information..........................................146
Breaking-In.....................................................184
Bulb Specification Chart...........................225
Cabin Air Filter...............................................108
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications................262
Technical Specifications.................................266
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior..............................229
Center Console..............................................123
Changing a Bulb...........................................222
Lamp Assembly Condensation....................222
Replacing Fog, Park and Turn Signal

Bulbs..................................................................223
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................222
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs...................223
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp

Bulb....................................................................225
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb...........225
Replacing Reverse Lamp Assembly...........225
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs.........................223
Replacing Tail, Brake and Turn Signal

Bulbs..................................................................224
Changing a Fuse..........................................205
Fuses......................................................................205
Changing a Road Wheel...........................256
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly

Information.....................................................256
Tire Change Procedure.....................................257
Changing the 12V Battery...........................217
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................227
1.6L and 2.0L EcoBoost Engines...................227
2.5L Engine...........................................................228
Changing the Wiper Blades......................219

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Index

Daytime Running Lamps.............................75
Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps...............75
Vehicle With High Intensity Discharge

Headlamps.........................................................75
Digital Radio..................................................282
HD Radio Reception and Station

Troubleshooting............................................283
Direction Indicators........................................75
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................35
Children and Airbags...........................................35
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating

Adjustment........................................................35
Driver Knee Airbag.........................................39
Driving Aids......................................................161
Driving Hints...................................................184
Driving Through Water................................185
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.........................75
Eco Mode.........................................................165
Resetting Eco Mode..........................................165
Type 1.......................................................................165
Type 2 and 3.........................................................165
Economical Driving......................................184
Emission Control System..........................135
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................136
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance

(I/M) Testing...................................................136
End User License Agreement.................388
SYNC® End User License Agreement

(EULA).............................................................388
Engine Block Heater....................................128
Using the Engine Block Heater......................129
Engine Coolant Check.................................213
Adding Engine Coolant.....................................213
Checking the Engine Coolant.........................213
Recycled Engine Coolant.................................215
Severe Climates..................................................215
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe

Cooling...............................................................215

Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64
Engine Oil Check...........................................212
Adding Engine Oil................................................212
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring

System...............................................................213

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Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L EcoBoost™..................................................212
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/ 2.5L..................................................................212
Engine Specifications................................262
Drivebelt Routing...............................................262
Entertainment...............................................342
A/V Inputs............................................................358
AM/FM Radio......................................................344
Bluetooth Audio..................................................357
Browsing Device Content...............................342
CD............................................................................353
SD Card Slot and USB Port...........................354
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If

Activated)........................................................349

Supported Media Players, Formats and

Metadata Information.................................357
Essential Towing Checks..........................180
Before Towing a Trailer......................................181
Hitches...................................................................180
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal

Watercraft (PWC)..........................................181
Safety Chains......................................................180
Trailer Brakes.......................................................180
Trailer Lamps.......................................................180
When Towing a Trailer.......................................181
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording..............................................9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................403
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............404
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)........................403
Exterior Mirrors................................................79
Blind Spot Monitor..............................................80
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................79
Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................79
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................80
Memory Mirrors....................................................80
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................79

Fastening the Safety Belts..........................27
How to Extract Safety Belts in the Rear

Outboard Positions........................................29
Safety Belt Extension Assembly....................29
Safety Belt Locking Modes...............................28
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........27

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Index

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................194
Getting the Services You Need.................191
Away From Home................................................191
Handbrake See: Parking Brake..............................................147
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................188
Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................74
Head Restraints.............................................110
Adjusting the Head Restraint...........................111
Heated Seats..................................................116
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................108
Heated Exterior Mirror......................................108
Heated Rear Window.......................................108
Heating See: Climate Control.........................................102
Hill Start Assist..............................................147
Using Hill Start Assist........................................147
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................105
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................106
General Hints.......................................................105
Heating the Interior Quickly............................105
Maximum Cooling Performance in

Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel and Footwell Positions...............................108
Recommended Settings for Cooling .........106
Recommended Settings for Heating..........106
Side Window Defogging in Cold

Weather.............................................................107

Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods

during Extreme High Ambient Temperatures..................................................107

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................146
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........207

Ignition Switch...............................................124
In California (U.S. Only).............................192
Information Display Control......................68
Multimedia Controls...........................................69

Floor Mats.......................................................185
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps.........................................75
Ford Credit..........................................................11
(U.S. Only).................................................................11
Four-Wheel Drive..........................................141
Principle of Operation........................................141
Front Fog Lamps.............................................75
Front Passenger Sensing System............36
Fuel and Refueling.......................................130
Fuel Consumption........................................134
Calculating Fuel Economy..............................135
Filling the Tank.....................................................134
Fuel Filter..........................................................217
Fuel Quality......................................................131
Choosing the Right Fuel (Flex Fuel

Vehicles).............................................................131

Choosing the Right Fuel (Gasoline

Vehicles).............................................................131
Octane Recommendations.............................131
Fuel Shutoff...................................................188
Fuses..................................................................197
Fuse Specification Chart............................197
Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel...........203
Passenger Compartment Fuse

Panel.................................................................200
Power Distribution Box.....................................197
Pre-Fuse Box........................................................197

Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............117
Gauges...............................................................83
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............84
Fuel Gauge.............................................................84
Information Display.............................................83
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................43
Intelligent Access.................................................43
General Maintenance Information.......405
Multi-Point Inspection.....................................407
Owner Checks and Services.........................406
Protecting Your Investment..........................405
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.........................405
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your

Dealership?....................................................405

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Information Displays....................................89
General Information...........................................89
Information....................................................365
911 Assist.................................................................371
Alerts........................................................................371
Calendar.................................................................371
Sirius Travel Link................................................369
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States

Only).................................................................366
Vehicle Health Report......................................373
Information Messages..................................92
Airbag.......................................................................93
Alarm........................................................................93
Automatic Engine Shutdown..........................93
Battery and Charging System.........................94
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic

Alert System.....................................................94
Doors........................................................................95
Engine.......................................................................95
Hill Start Assist.....................................................96
Keyless Vehicle.....................................................96
Lighting.....................................................................97
Maintenance..........................................................97
Message indicator................................................92
MyKey........................................................................97
Park Aid...................................................................98
Park Brake...............................................................98
Power Steering.....................................................99
Starting System ...................................................99
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..................101
Traction Control...................................................101
Transmission and Four-Wheel Drive............99
Installing Child Seats.....................................15
Child Seats...............................................................15
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts..........................16
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren (LATCH)............................................18
Using Tether Straps.............................................20
Instrument Cluster........................................83
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................74
Interior Lamps..................................................75
Front Interior Lamp .............................................76
Rear Interior Lamp...............................................76
Interior Mirror...................................................80
Auto-Dimming Mirror...........................................81
Introduction.........................................................7

Index Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................188
Connecting the Jumper Cables.....................189
Jump Starting......................................................190
Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................189
Removing the Jumper Cables.......................190

Keyless Entry....................................................62
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY

KEYPAD...............................................................62
Keyless Starting.............................................124
Ignition Modes.....................................................125
Keys and Remote Controls.........................43
Lighting Control...............................................73
Headlamp Flasher................................................73
High Beams.............................................................73
Lighting...............................................................73
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............168
Load Carrying.................................................167
Load Limit.......................................................169
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of

Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type Vehicles..............................................................176

Vehicle Loading - with and without a

Trailer.................................................................169
Locking and Unlocking.................................55
Activating Intelligent Access ..........................56
Autolock...................................................................57
Battery Saver.........................................................58
Illuminated Entry..................................................58
Illuminated Exit.....................................................58
Mechanical Key.....................................................56
Opening a Rear Door from Inside..................56
Power Door Locks................................................55
Remote Control....................................................55
Smart Unlocks For Integrated Keyhead

Transmitter.........................................................57

Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys

................................................................................57
Locks...................................................................55
Luggage Covers.............................................167

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Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel.......................256
Maintenance..................................................207
General Information..........................................207
Manual Climate Control............................102
Manual Liftgate..............................................59
Closing the Liftgate.............................................59
Opening the Liftgate...........................................59
Manual Seats..................................................112
Adjusting the Height of the Driver

Seat......................................................................112

Moving the Seat Backward and

Forward...............................................................112
Recline Adjustment............................................113
Media Hub......................................................288
Memory Function..........................................114
Saving a Pre-Set Position.................................115
Message Center See: Information Displays.................................89
Mirrors See: Heated Windows and Mirrors..............108
See: Windows and Mirrors................................78
Mobile Communications Equipment.......12
Moonroof............................................................81
Bounce-Back.........................................................82
Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............82
Opening and Closing the Sunscreen............82
Venting the Moonroof........................................82
Motorcraft Parts...........................................263
MyFord Touch™...........................................324
General Information.........................................324
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................53
MyKey™............................................................48
Principle of Operation........................................48

Index Navigation......................................................378
cityseekr................................................................379
Map Mode.............................................................381
Navigation Map Updates...............................384
Navigation Voice Commands.......................384
Point of Interest (POI) Categories...............379
Quick-touch Buttons........................................383
Setting a Destination........................................378
Setting Your Navigation Preferences.........380
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.........408
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®.........................408
Normal Maintenance Intervals....................409

Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........................................212
Opening and Closing the Hood..............207
Closing the Hood...............................................208
Opening the Hood.............................................207
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................195
Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual..........195
Overhead Console........................................123
Parking Aid.......................................................151
Front Sensing System.......................................152
Rear Sensing System.........................................151
Parking Aids.....................................................151
Parking Brake..................................................147
Passive Anti-Theft System........................64
SecuriLock®...........................................................64
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System™..........................33
How Does the Personal Safety System

Work?...................................................................33

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Index

Phone...............................................................359
Making Calls.........................................................361
Pairing Subsequent Phones...........................361
Pairing Your Phone for the First

Time..................................................................360
Phone Menu Options........................................361
Phone Settings...................................................363
Phone Voice Commands................................364
Receiving Calls.....................................................361
Text Messaging...................................................362
Post-Crash Alert System...........................190
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking.............................55
Power Liftgate................................................60
Obstacle Detection.............................................62
Opening and Closing the Liftgate..................60
Setting the Liftgate Open Height...................62
Power Seats.....................................................113
Power Lumbar......................................................114
Power Steering Fluid Check......................216
Power Windows..............................................78
Accessory Delay....................................................79
Bounce-Back.........................................................78
One-Touch Down.................................................78
One-Touch Up.......................................................78
Window Lock.........................................................78

Rear Seat Armrest.........................................116
Rear Seats........................................................115
Folding the Seatback.........................................115
Recline Adjustment............................................115
Unfolding the Seatback....................................115
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................167
Adjustable Load Floor.......................................167
Cargo Management System...........................167
Passenger Compartment Floor.....................167
Rear View Camera........................................157
Using the Rear View Camera System..........157
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera....................................157
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........72
Rear Window Washer..........................................72
Rear Window Wiper.............................................72
Recommended Towing Weights.............178
Refueling..........................................................133
Easy Fuel™ Capless Fuel System................133

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Remote Control..............................................43
Car Finder................................................................45
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................43
Intelligent Access Key........................................44
Remote Start ........................................................46
Replacing the Battery.........................................44
Sounding a Panic Alarm....................................46
Remote Start.................................................108
Automatic Settings...........................................109
Heated and Cooled Devices...........................109
Last Settings........................................................109
Removing a Headlamp...............................221
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............233
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs.....................................................11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical

Repairs...................................................................11
Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................47
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................196
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................195
Roadside Assistance...................................187
Vehicles Sold In Canada : Getting Roadside

Assistance........................................................187

Vehicles Sold In Canada : Using Roadside

Assistance........................................................187

Vehicles Sold In The U.S.: Getting Roadside

Assistance........................................................187

Vehicles Sold In The U.S. : Using Roadside

Assistance........................................................187
Roadside Emergencies...............................187
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................168
Adjusting the Crossbar.....................................168
Running-In See: Breaking-In..................................................184
Running Out of Fuel.....................................132
Refilling With a Portable Fuel

Container...........................................................132

Safety Belt Height Adjustment................30
Safety Belt Minder..........................................31
Belt-Minder™.........................................................31

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Starting a Gasoline Engine........................125
Automatic Engine Shutdown.........................126
Failure to Start.....................................................126
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................128
Important Ventilating Information...............128
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is

Moving................................................................127

Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is

Stationary..........................................................127
Vehicles with an Ignition Key..........................125
Vehicles with Keyless Start.............................125
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........124
General Information..........................................124
Steering............................................................165
Electric Power Steering....................................165
Steering Wheel...............................................66
Storage Compartments.............................123
Sunroof See: Moonroof........................................................81
Sun Visors..........................................................81
Illuminated Vanity Mirror....................................81
Supplementary Restraints System.........34
Principle of Operation........................................34
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................304
911 Assist..............................................................304
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions &

Information (TDI) (If Equipped, United States Only)....................................................307
Vehicle Health Report.....................................306
SYNC™...........................................................289
General Information.........................................289
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................318

Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate...........................................59
See: Power Liftgate.............................................60
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............262
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................193

Safety Belts......................................................26
Principle of Operation........................................26
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................30
Conditions of operation.....................................30
Safety Canopy™............................................39
Safety Precautions......................................130
Satellite Radio..............................................284
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number

(ESN)................................................................285
Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............285
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service..................285
Troubleshooting.................................................286
Scheduled Maintenance Record............414
Scheduled Maintenance..........................405
Seats..................................................................110
Security..............................................................64
Settings............................................................332
Clock.......................................................................332
Display....................................................................333
Settings.................................................................334
Sound.....................................................................333
Vehicle...................................................................334
Side Airbags.....................................................38
Sitting in the Correct Position...................110
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................252
Special Notices................................................12
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and

Utility Type Vehicles........................................12
Special Instructions..............................................12
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............12
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance................................................411
Exceptions.............................................................412
Speed Control See: Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise

Control...............................................................160
Stability Control............................................149
Principle of Operation.......................................149
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch...........................................124

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Tire Care..........................................................238
Glossary of Tire Terminology.........................239
Information About Uniform Tire Quality

Grading.............................................................238

Information Contained on the Tire

Sidewall...........................................................240
Temperature A B C............................................239
Traction AA A B C...............................................238
Treadwear............................................................238
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........253
Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure

Monitoring System.......................................254

Understanding Your Tire Pressure

Monitoring System ......................................254

Tires See: Wheels and Tires.....................................236
Towing a Trailer..............................................177
Load Placement...................................................177
Towing Points.................................................181
Installing the Recovery Hook.........................182
Recovery Hook Location..................................182
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels............182
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels...........................................................183
Emergency Towing.............................................183
Recreational Towing..........................................183
Towing...............................................................177
Traction Control............................................148
Principle of Operation.......................................148
Trailer Sway Control.....................................178
Transmission Code Designation............265
Transmission..................................................138
Transmission See: Transmission..............................................138
Transporting the Vehicle............................182
Trip Computer..................................................91
All Value...................................................................92
Average Fuel...........................................................92
Digital Speedo.......................................................92
Distance to E..........................................................92
Instantaneous Fuel..............................................92
Resetting the Trip Computer............................91
Trip Odometer.......................................................92
Trip Timer................................................................92

Index Under Hood Overview - 1.6L EcoBoost™................................................209
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................210
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L.....................211
Universal Garage Door Opener.................117
HomeLink Wireless Control System.............117
USB Port..........................................................287
Using Cruise Control...................................160
Switching Cruise Control Off.........................160
Switching Cruise Control On..........................160
Using Four-Wheel Drive..............................141
Driving in Special Conditions With

Four-Wheel Drive............................................141

Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................52
Vehicles With Ford-Approved Aftermarket

Remote Start Systems..................................52

Vehicles With Non-Ford-Approved

Aftermarket Remote Start Systems..............................................................52
Using Snow Chains.....................................252
Using Stability Control...............................150
AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™

(RSC®)..............................................................150

Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player.............................................................310
Accessing Your Play Menu..............................314
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the

USB Port...........................................................310
Media Menu Features........................................313
Media Voice Commands...................................311
System Settings..................................................316
What's Playing?...................................................311
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............293
Accessing Features through the Phone

Menu..................................................................297
Accessing Your Phone Settings...................300
Making Calls........................................................296
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............294
Pairing Subsequent Phones..........................294
Phone Options during an Active Call.........296
Phone Voice Commands................................294
Receiving Calls...................................................296
System Settings..................................................301
Text Messaging..................................................299

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Using Traction Control...............................148
Switching the System Off Using a

Switch................................................................148

Switching the System Off Using the

Information Display Controls....................148

System Indicator Lights and

Messages..........................................................148
Using Voice Recognition............................291
Initiating a Voice Session.................................291
System Interaction and Feedback..............292
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................193
Vehicle Care...................................................229
General Information.........................................229
Vehicle Certification Label.......................264
Vehicle Identification Number................263
Vehicle Storage.............................................233
Battery...................................................................234
Body........................................................................233
Brakes.....................................................................234
Cooling system...................................................234
Engine....................................................................234
Fuel system..........................................................234
General..................................................................233
Miscellaneous.....................................................234
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................234
Tires........................................................................234
Ventilation See: Climate Control.........................................102
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............263
Voice Control...................................................68
MyFord Touch® Controls..................................68

Index Warning Lamps and Indicators................85
Airbag - Front.........................................................85
Anti-Lock Braking System................................85
Battery......................................................................85
Blind Spot Monitor..............................................85
Brake System.........................................................85
Cruise Control.......................................................86
Direction Indicator...............................................86
Engine Oil................................................................86
Fasten Safety Belt...............................................86
Fog Lamps - Front...............................................86
High Beam..............................................................86
Information............................................................86
Low Fuel Level......................................................86
Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................86
Parking Lamps.......................................................87
Service Engine Soon............................................87
Traction and Stability Control.........................87
Traction and Stability Control Off..................87
Washer Fluid Check......................................217
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior..............................229
See: Wipers and Washers.................................70
Waxing.............................................................230
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel.......................256
Wheels and Tires.........................................236
General Information.........................................236
Technical Specifications................................260
Windows and Mirrors....................................78
Windshield Washers.......................................71
Windshield Wipers.........................................70
Intermittent Wipe.................................................70
Speed dependent wipers (if

equipped)...........................................................70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70

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Table of Contents

Introduction About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit..........................................................11
Replacement Parts

Recommendation........................................11
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile Communications

Equipment.....................................................12
Export Unique Options..................................13
Child Safety General Information.......................................14
Installing Child Seats.....................................15
Booster Seats...................................................21
Child Seat Positioning..................................23
Child Safety Locks.........................................24
Safety Belts Principle of Operation..................................26
Fastening the Safety Belts..........................27
Safety Belt Height Adjustment................30
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator

Chime.............................................................30
Safety Belt Minder..........................................31
Child Restraint and Safety Belt

Maintenance................................................32
Personal Safety System™ Personal Safety System™..........................33
Supplementary Restraints

System

Principle of Operation..................................34
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................35
Front Passenger Sensing System............36
Side Airbags.....................................................38

Driver Knee Airbag.........................................39
Safety Canopy™............................................39
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.........41
Airbag Disposal...............................................42
Keys and Remote Controls General Information on Radio Frequencies..................................................43
Remote Control..............................................43
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote

Control............................................................47
MyKey™ Principle of Operation..................................48
Creating a MyKey...........................................49
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................49
Checking MyKey System Status................51
Using MyKey With Remote Start

Systems.........................................................52
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................53
Locks Locking and Unlocking.................................55
Manual Liftgate..............................................59
Power Liftgate................................................60
Keyless Entry....................................................62
Security Passive Anti-Theft System........................64
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65
Steering Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Audio Control..................................................66
Voice Control...................................................68
Cruise Control.................................................68
Information Display Control......................68
Wipers and Washers Windshield Wipers.........................................70

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Remote Start.................................................108
Seats Sitting in the Correct Position...................110
Head Restraints.............................................110
Manual Seats..................................................112
Power Seats.....................................................113
Memory Function..........................................114
Rear Seats........................................................115
Heated Seats..................................................116
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................116
Universal Garage Door

Opener

Universal Garage Door Opener.................117
Auxiliary Power Points Auxiliary Power Points.................................121
Storage Compartments Center Console..............................................123
Overhead Console........................................123
Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information....................................124
Ignition Switch...............................................124
Keyless Starting.............................................124
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................125
Engine Block Heater....................................128
Fuel and Refueling Safety Precautions......................................130
Fuel Quality......................................................131
Running Out of Fuel.....................................132
Refueling..........................................................133
Fuel Consumption........................................134
Emission Control System..........................135

Autowipers........................................................70
Windshield Washers.......................................71
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........72
Lighting Lighting Control...............................................73
Autolamps.........................................................73
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................74
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................74
Daytime Running Lamps.............................75
Front Fog Lamps.............................................75
Direction Indicators........................................75
Interior Lamps..................................................75
Ambient Lighting.............................................77
Windows and Mirrors Power Windows..............................................78
Exterior Mirrors................................................79
Interior Mirror...................................................80
Sun Visors..........................................................81
Moonroof............................................................81
Instrument Cluster Gauges...............................................................83
Warning Lamps and Indicators................85
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87
Information Displays General Information.....................................89
Trip Computer..................................................91
Information Messages..................................92
Climate Control Manual Climate Control............................102
Automatic Climate Control......................103
Hints on Controlling the Interior

Climate.........................................................105
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................108
Cabin Air Filter...............................................108

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Transmission Automatic Transmission...........................138
Four-Wheel Drive Principle of Operation..................................141
Using Four-Wheel Drive..............................141
Brakes General Information....................................146
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock

Brakes...........................................................146
Parking Brake..................................................147
Hill Start Assist..............................................147
Traction Control Principle of Operation................................148
Using Traction Control...............................148
Stability Control Principle of Operation................................149
Using Stability Control...............................150
Parking Aids Parking Aid.......................................................151
Active Park Assist.........................................153
Rear View Camera........................................157
Cruise Control - Vehicles With:

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation................................160
Using Cruise Control...................................160
Driving Aids Blind Spot Information System...............161
Eco Mode.........................................................165
Steering............................................................165
Load Carrying Rear Under Floor Storage..........................167

Luggage Covers.............................................167
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................168
Load Limit.......................................................169
Towing Towing a Trailer..............................................177
Trailer Sway Control....................................178
Recommended Towing Weights.............178
Essential Towing Checks..........................180
Towing Points.................................................181
Transporting the Vehicle............................182
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......183
Driving Hints Breaking-In.....................................................184
Economical Driving......................................184
Driving Through Water................................185
Floor Mats.......................................................185
Roadside Emergencies Roadside Assistance...................................187
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................188
Fuel Shutoff...................................................188
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................188
Post-Crash Alert System...........................190
Customer Assistance Getting the Services You Need.................191
In California (U.S. Only).............................192
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto

Line Program (U.S. Only)......................193

Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration

Program (Canada Only)........................193

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and

Canada.........................................................194

Ordering Additional Owner's

Literature.....................................................195

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.

Only).............................................................195

Reporting Safety Defects (Canada

Only).............................................................196

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Cleaning the Windows and Wiper

Blades...........................................................231
Cleaning the Interior....................................231
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and

Instrument Cluster Lens.........................231
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................232
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............233
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................233
Vehicle Storage.............................................233
Wheels and Tires General Information...................................236
Tire Care..........................................................238
Using Snow Chains.....................................252
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........253
Changing a Road Wheel...........................256
Technical Specifications..........................260
Capacities and Specific-

ations

Engine Specifications................................262
Motorcraft Parts...........................................263
Vehicle Identification Number................263
Vehicle Certification Label.......................264
Transmission Code Designation............265
Technical Specifications..........................266
Audio System General Information...................................270
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/

CD...................................................................271

Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/

SYNC.............................................................273

Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/

SYNC/Satellite Radio.............................275

Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/

FM/CD..........................................................277

Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/

CD..................................................................279
Digital Radio..................................................282
Satellite Radio..............................................284

Fuses Fuse Specification Chart............................197
Changing a Fuse..........................................205
Maintenance General Information...................................207
Opening and Closing the Hood..............207
Under Hood Overview - 1.6L

EcoBoost™...............................................209

Under Hood Overview - 2.0L

EcoBoost™.................................................210
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L.....................211
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/

2.5L.................................................................212

Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L

EcoBoost™.................................................212
Engine Oil Check...........................................212
Engine Coolant Check.................................213
Automatic Transmission Fluid

Check............................................................216
Brake Fluid Check.........................................216
Power Steering Fluid Check......................216
Washer Fluid Check......................................217
Fuel Filter..........................................................217
Changing the 12V Battery...........................217
Checking the Wiper Blades......................219
Changing the Wiper Blades......................219
Adjusting the Headlamps........................220
Removing a Headlamp...............................221
Changing a Bulb...........................................222
Bulb Specification Chart...........................225
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................227
Vehicle Care General Information...................................229
Cleaning Products.......................................229
Cleaning the Exterior..................................229
Waxing.............................................................230
Cleaning the Engine....................................230

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Audio Input Jack...........................................287
USB Port..........................................................287
Media Hub......................................................288
SYNC™ General Information...................................289
Using Voice Recognition............................291
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............293
SYNC™ Applications and Services......304
Using SYNC™ With Your Media

Player............................................................310
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................318
MyFord Touch™ General Information...................................324
Settings............................................................332
Entertainment...............................................342
Phone...............................................................359
Information....................................................365
Climate............................................................374
Navigation......................................................378
Accessories Accessories....................................................386
Appendices End User License Agreement.................388
Extended Service Plan

(ESP)

Extended Service Plan (ESP).................403
Scheduled Maintenance General Maintenance Information.......405
Normal Scheduled Maintenance.........408
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled

Maintenance...............................................411
Scheduled Maintenance Record............414

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Introduction

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 it, 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 handheld 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 your vehicle. Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct. Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations. Note: Pass on this manual when selling