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Introduction 9
Child Safety 17
Child seats...........................................19
Child seat positioning ...................................19
Booster seats .........................................21
Installing child safety seats ...............................24
Child safety locks ......................................31
Safety Belts 32
Fastening the safety belts ................................34
Safety belt height adjustment .............................38
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................38
Safety belt-minder .....................................39
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance ...................41
Personal Safety System 42
Supplementary Restraints System 43
Driver and passenger airbags .............................45
Front passenger sensing system ...........................46
Side airbags ..........................................50
Safety canopy curtain airbags .............................51
Crash sensors and airbag indicator .........................53
Airbag disposal........................................54
Keys and Remote Control 55
General information on radio frequencies.....................55
Remote control .......................................56
Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................61
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MyKey 62
Settings, MyKey .......................................62
Creating.............................................63
Clearing.............................................64
System status.........................................64
Remote start, MyKey ...................................64
Troubleshooting, MyKey .................................66
Locks 68
Locking and unlocking ..................................68
SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad .........................76
Security 78
SecuriLock威passive anti-theft system .......................78
Anti-theft alarm .......................................80
Steering Wheel 81
Adjusting the steering wheel ..............................81
Steering wheel controls .................................83
Wipers and Washers 86
Windshield wipers .....................................86
Rain-sensing wipers ....................................86
Windshield washers ....................................87
Rear-window wiper and washer ............................87
Lighting 88
Lighting control .......................................88
Autolamps ...........................................88
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................89
Headlamp exit delay ....................................89
Daytime running lamps..................................90
Front fog lamps.......................................91
Adaptive headlamps ....................................91
Directionindicators ....................................92
Interior lamps ........................................92
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Windows and Mirrors 94
Power windows .......................................94
Exteriormirrors.......................................95
Interior mirrors .......................................97
Sun visors ...........................................98
Moonroof ............................................99
Instrument Cluster 101
Gauges.............................................101
Warning lamps and indicators ............................101
Audible warnings and indicators ..........................106
Information Displays 107
Controls............................................107
Information messages ..................................113
Audio System 122
MyLincoln Touch™ system ..............................124
Climate Control 126
Dual automatic temperature control........................126
Rear window defroster .................................128
Cabin air filter .......................................128
Seats 131
Sitting in the correct position ............................131
Head restraints.......................................132
Power seats .........................................134
Memory function .....................................135
Heated and cooled seats ................................136
Rear seats ..........................................138
Universal Garage Door Opener 142
HomeLink威wireless control system ........................143
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Auxiliary Power Points 148
Storage Compartments 149
Center console .......................................149
Overhead console .....................................149
Starting and Stopping the Engine 150
Keyless starting ......................................151
Starting the engine ....................................153
Engine block heater ...................................154
Fuel and Refueling 156
Fuel quality .........................................157
Running out of fuel....................................158
Refueling...........................................159
Fuel consumption .....................................161
Transmission 165
Automatic transmission.................................165
Hill start assist .......................................169
All-Wheel Drive 171
All wheel drive .......................................171
Brakes 177
Brakes .............................................177
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes ......................178
Parking brake........................................178
Traction Control 179
TractionControl™....................................179
Stability Control 180
AdvanceTrac威.......................................181
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Parking Aids 182
Sensing system.......................................182
Rear-view camera system ...............................184
Cruise Control 188
Using cruise control ...................................188
Using Adaptive Cruise Control............................189
Driving Aids 197
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert
(CTA).............................................197
Collision warning system ................................202
Steering ............................................206
Load Carrying 207
Cargo net...........................................207
Roof racks and load carriers .............................209
Utility hooks.........................................210
Vehicle loading .......................................210
Towing 218
Trailertowing........................................218
Wrecker towing ......................................223
Recreational towing ...................................224
Driving Hints 226
Economical driving ....................................226
Floormats..........................................228
Roadside Emergencies 230
Getting roadside assistance ..............................230
Hazard warning flashers ................................231
Fuel cut-off switch ....................................231
Jump-starting the vehicle ...............................232
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Customer Assistance 235
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) .......................242
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) .....................242
Fuses 243
Changing a fuse ......................................243
Fuse specification chart ................................244
Maintenance 252
General information ...................................252
Opening and closing the hood ............................253
Under hood overview ..................................254
Engine oil dipstick ....................................255
Engine oil check......................................255
Engine coolant check ..................................256
Automatic transmission fluid check ........................260
Brake fluid check .....................................262
Fuel filter...........................................262
Washer fluid check ....................................263
Changing the vehicle battery .............................263
Checking the wiper blades ..............................265
Changing the wiper blades ..............................266
Air filter(s) .........................................267
Adjusting the headlamps ................................268
Changing a bulb ......................................269
Bulb specification chart.................................274
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Vehicle Care 275
Cleaning products.....................................275
Cleaning the exterior ..................................275
Waxing.............................................277
Repairing minor paint damage ............................277
Cleaning the engine ...................................277
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades .....................278
Cleaning the interior ...................................278
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens .......279
Cleaning leather seats ..................................280
Cleaning the alloy wheels ...............................280
Vehiclestorage.......................................281
Wheels and Tires 284
Tire care ...........................................286
Using snow chains ....................................301
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................302
Changing a road wheel .................................306
Technical specifications.................................312
Wheel lug nut torque ..................................312
Capacities and Specifications 313
Engine specifications ..................................313
Part numbers ........................................317
Vehicle identification number ............................317
Vehicle certification label ...............................318
Transmission code designation............................319
Accessories 320
Accessories .........................................320
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Ford Extended Service Plan 322
Scheduled Maintenance 325
Normal scheduled maintenance and log .....................330
MyLincoln Touch™ 344
Infotainment display ...................................350
Voice recognition .....................................351
Listening to music ....................................357
Phone features .......................................380
Information Menu .....................................387
Menu features .......................................398
Settings............................................401
Climatefeatures......................................407
Navigation system.....................................410
Appendices 422
Index 440
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to
print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change
specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No
part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our
written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2012
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING: Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note: This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than 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 your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING: You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alert See Owner’s
Manual
Anti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparks
Battery Battery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
base
Brake system Cabin air
filter
Check fuel
cap
Child Safety
Door Lock
and Unlock
Child seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether anchor
Cruise control Do not open
when hot
Engine air
filter
Engine
coolant
Engine
coolant
temperature
Engine oil Explosive gas Fan warning
Fasten safety
belt
Front airbag Front fog
lamps
Fuel pump
reset
Fuse
compartment
Hazard
warning
flasher
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Heated rear
window
Interior
luggage
compartment
release
Jack
Lighting
control
Low tire
pressure
warning
Maintain
correct fluid
level
Panic alarm Parking aid
system
Parking brake
system
Power
steering fluid
Power
windows front
and rear
Power
window
lockout
Service
engine soon
Side airbag Stability
control
Windshield
defrost and
demist
Windshield
washer and
wiper
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威
Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information
may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford
authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be
used for any purpose. See your SYNC威supplement for more information.
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Event Data Recording
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The
main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period
of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
•How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or the brake pedal; and
•How fast the vehicle was travelling; and
•Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.
This data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.
Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name,
gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations
regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy
below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement,
that have such special equipment, can read the information if
they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Ford Motor Company
and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder
information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court
order or where required by law enforcement, other government
authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
Other parties may seek to access the information independently
of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.
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Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data
Recorders applies to SYNC威or its features, please note the
following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911
Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose
to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving
the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist
may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally
provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and
longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or
personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators
to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not
want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist
feature. See your SYNC威chapter for more information.
Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and
Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS
technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s
current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel
information”), only to help provide you with the directions,
traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do
not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not
activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses
to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle
travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions
and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威
supplement for more information.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: Some constituents of engine exhaust, certain vehicle
components, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
Note: Certain components in your vehicle such as airbag modules, safety
belt pretensioners, and remote control batteries may contain perchlorate
material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for more
information.
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LINCOLN AUTOMOTIVE FINANCIAL SERVICES (U.S. ONLY)
Lincoln Automotive Financial Services offers a full range of financing and
lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or
leased your vehicle through Lincoln Automotive Financial Services, thank
you for you business.
For your convenience we offer a number of ways to contact us, as well
as help manage your account.
Phone: [phone]
For more information regarding Lincoln Automotive Financial Services,
as well as access Account Manager, please go to www.LincolnAFS.com.
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts.
We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft
parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair.
You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for
the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides
years of service is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed
in this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or
exceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a collision but, accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent
requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and
dent resistance. During vehicle development we validate these parts
deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine
Ford replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only
replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage caused to
your vehicle as a result of the failure of non-Ford parts may not be
covered by the Ford Warranty. For additional information, refer to the
terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
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SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by
your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty
Manual that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.
WARNING: Please read the Supplementary Restraints System
chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions
could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats
should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you
must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and
security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and
portable two-way radios.
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.
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EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with
features and options that are different from the features and options that
are described in this Owner’s Manual. A market unique supplement may
be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market
unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This
Owner’s Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets.
Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built
for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children.
WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a
device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child
safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure
to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased
risk of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The
recommendations for safety restraints are based on probable
child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety
organizations, or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford
recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety
Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your
child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and
properly installed in the vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting station
and CPST, contact the NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or on the
internet at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, check with your local
St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further
information, contact your provincial ministry of transportation, your
local St. John Ambulance office at http://www.sfa.ca, or Transport
Canada at 1–800–333–0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly
restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age,
and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to
your child.
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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
Child size, height, weight, or
age
Recommended
restraint type
Infants
or
toddlers
Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or
less (generally age four or
younger).
Use a child safety seat
(sometimes called an
infant carrier,
convertible seat, or
toddler seat).
Small
children
Children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a child safety
seat (generally children who are
less than 4 feet 9 inches
(1.45 meters) tall, are greater than
age four (4) and less than age
twelve (12), and between 40 lb
(18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and
upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by your child
restraint manufacturer).
Use a belt-positioning
booster seat.
Larger
children
Children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a
belt-positioning booster seat
(generally children who are at
least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters)
tall or greater than 80 lb (36 kg)
or 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended
by child restraint manufacturer).
Use a vehicle safety
belt having the lap belt
snug and low across the
hips, shoulder belt
centered across the
shoulder and chest, and
seatback upright.
•You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and
toddlers in the U.S. and Canada.
•Many states and provinces require that small children use approved
booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 ft 9 in.
(1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or
provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of
children in your vehicle.
•When possible, always properly restrain children twelve (12) years of
age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident
statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seating positions than in a front seating position.
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CHILD SEATS
Use a child safety seat (sometimes
called an infant carrier, convertible
seat, or toddler seat) for Infants,
toddlers or children weighing 40 lb
(18 kg) or less (generally age four
or younger)
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag.
If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
vehicle seat all the way back. When possible, all children age 12 and
under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. If all
children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating
position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat.
WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and
warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to
determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,
height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in
conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle
manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is
inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does not
properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death.
WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap
while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child
from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.
They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or
death in a collision.
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WARNING: Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster
seat. These objects may become projectiles in a collision or
sudden stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury.
WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder
belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a collision.
WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets
unattended in your vehicle.
Restraint
Type
Child
Weight
Use any attachment method as indicated
below by X
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and
top
tether
anchor)
LATCH
(lower
anchors
only)
Safety
belt
and
top
tether
anchor
Safety
belt and
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor)
Safety
belt
only
Rear
facing
child seat
Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)
XX
Forward
facing
child seat
Up to
48 lb
(21 kg)
XXX
Forward
facing
child seat
Over
48 lb
(21 kg)
XX
Note: The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be
necessary to lift or remove the head restraint. See the Seats chapter for
information on head restraints.
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