Ford 2013 Escape, 2013 Kuga Owner's Manual
FORD ESCAPE / KUGA Owner's Manual
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Introduction
About This Manual...........................................5
Symbols Glossary.............................................5
Replacement Parts
Recommendation.........................................7
Mobile Communications
Equipment......................................................8
At a Glance
At a Glance..........................................................9
Child Safety
Child Seat Positioning...................................15
Installing Child Seats.....................................16
Child Safety Locks..........................................18
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation..................................20
Fastening the Safety Belts.........................20
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................22
Safety Belt Minder..........................................22
Child Restraint and Safety Belt
Maintenance................................................23
Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation..................................24
Driver Airbag.....................................................25
Passenger Airbag............................................25
Knee Airbag......................................................25
Side Airbags.....................................................25
Side Curtain Airbags.....................................26
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio
Frequencies..................................................27
Remote Control...............................................27
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote
Control...........................................................28
Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................29
Manual Liftgate................................................31
Power Liftgate.................................................32
Keyless Entry....................................................34
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................37
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................38
Audio Control...................................................38
Voice Control...................................................40
Cruise Control.................................................40
Information Display Control......................40
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers..........................................41
Autowipers........................................................41
Windshield Washers.....................................42
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........42
Headlamp Washers.......................................43
Lighting
Lighting Control..............................................44
Autolamps........................................................44
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................45
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................45
Automatic High Beam Control..................45
Front Fog Lamps............................................47
Rear Fog Lamps..............................................47
Headlamp Leveling........................................47
Cornering Lamps............................................49
Direction Indicators.......................................49
Interior Lamps.................................................50
Ambient Lighting.............................................51
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................52
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Exterior Mirrors................................................53
Interior Mirror...................................................55
Sun Visors.........................................................55
Moonroof..........................................................56
Global Opening and Closing......................57
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................58
Warning Lamps and Indicators................59
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............62
Information Displays
General Information......................................63
Clock...................................................................68
Trip Computer.................................................68
Personalized Settings..................................68
Information Messages.................................68
Climate Control
Principle of Operation..................................80
Air Vents............................................................80
Manual Climate Control...............................81
Automatic Climate Control........................82
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate..........................................................84
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................87
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................88
Head Restraints..............................................89
Manual Seats..................................................90
Power Seats......................................................91
Rear Seats.........................................................92
Heated Seats...................................................93
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................94
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................95
Storage Compartments
Cup Holders......................................................97
Center Console................................................97
Overhead Console.........................................97
Folding Tray......................................................97
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information.....................................98
Keyless Starting..............................................98
Steering Wheel Lock...................................100
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................101
Starting a Diesel Engine.............................102
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................102
Switching Off the Engine..........................103
Unique Driving Character-
istics
Start-Stop.......................................................104
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions......................................106
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................107
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................107
Running Out of Fuel....................................108
Catalytic Converter......................................109
Refueling.........................................................109
Transmission
Manual Transmission....................................111
Automatic Transmission..............................111
Hill Start Assist...............................................114
Four-Wheel Drive
Principle of Operation..................................116
Using Four-Wheel Drive..............................116
Brakes
General Information.....................................121
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Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes............................................................121
Parking Brake...................................................121
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................123
Using Traction Control................................123
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................124
Using Stability Control................................124
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................125
Parking Aid......................................................125
Active Park Assist..........................................127
Rear View Camera........................................129
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation..................................131
Using Cruise Control.....................................131
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................132
Driving Aids
Blind Spot Monitor.......................................137
Speed Limiter.................................................139
Driver Alert......................................................140
Lane Keeping System.................................142
Active City Stop.............................................144
Eco Mode.........................................................146
Load Carrying
General Information....................................147
Rear Under Floor Storage..........................147
Luggage Covers.............................................148
Roof Racks and Load Carriers.................148
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................149
Trailer Sway Control....................................149
Recommended Towing Weights............150
Essential Towing Checks............................151
Towing Points.................................................153
Transporting the Vehicle............................153
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......154
Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................155
Cold Weather Precautions........................155
Driving Through Water................................155
Floor Mats........................................................155
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................157
First Aid Kit......................................................157
Warning Triangle...........................................157
Jump-Starting the Vehicle.........................157
Fuses
Fuse Box Locations......................................159
Fuse Specification Chart...........................160
Changing a Fuse...........................................169
Maintenance
General Information....................................170
Opening and Closing the Hood...............170
Under Hood Overview - 1.6L
EcoBoost™.................................................172
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L
Duratorq-TDCi (DW) Diesel.................173
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L
EcoBoost™.................................................174
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Duratorq-TDCi
(DW) Diesel................................................174
Engine Oil Check...........................................174
Engine Coolant Check.................................175
Brake Fluid Check.........................................175
Washer Fluid Check.....................................175
Changing the 12V Battery..........................175
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Checking the Wiper Blades.......................176
Changing the Wiper Blades......................176
Removing a Headlamp...............................177
Changing a Bulb.............................................177
Bulb Specification Chart...........................183
Vehicle Care
Cleaning the Exterior...................................184
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............184
Cleaning the Interior....................................185
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................185
Wheels and Tires
General Information....................................186
Tire Care..........................................................186
Using Snow Chains.....................................186
Changing a Road Wheel............................187
Technical Specifications............................193
Capacities and Specific-
ations
Vehicle Identification Plate.......................195
Vehicle Identification Number................196
Audio System
General Information....................................197
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio
Broadcast (DAB) Radio/SYNC/Sony
AM/FM/CD.................................................198
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Digital Audio
Broadcast (DAB) Radio/Navigation
System/SYNC/Sony AM/FM/CD......204
Audio unit........................................................210
Digital Audio...................................................215
Auxiliary Input Jack.......................................217
USB Port..........................................................218
Media Hub.......................................................218
Audio Troubleshooting...............................218
Navigation
Navigation.......................................................219
Appendices
Electromagnetic compatibility...............224
End User License Agreement..................225
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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
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
your vehicle. It is an integral part of the
vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
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Right-hand sideA
Left-hand sideB
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.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
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Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
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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 flashers
Heated rear window
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Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
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Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
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Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe
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.
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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.
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, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
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Front Exterior Overview
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A
B
C
D
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See Locking and Unlocking (page 29). See Keyless Entry (page 34).A
See Automatic High Beam Control (page 45). See Driver Alert (page 140).
See Lane Keeping System (page 142). See Active City Stop (page 144).
B
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 176).C
See Maintenance (page 170).D
See Towing Points (page 153).E
See Changing a Bulb (page 177).F
Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 193).G
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 187).H
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Vehicle Interior Overview
A
E
B
C
D
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F
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See Transmission (page 111).A
See Locking and Unlocking (page 29).B
See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 170).C
See Power Windows (page 52). See Exterior Mirrors (page 53).D
See Head Restraints (page 89).E
See Fastening the Safety Belts (page 20).F
See Rear Seats (page 92).G
See Manual Seats (page 90). See Power Seats (page 91).H
See Parking Brake (page 121).I
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Instrument Panel Overview
G
F
E C
A
B
D
H
R
M
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Air vents. See Air Vents (page 80).A
Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page 41). or Lane keeping system.
See Lane Keeping System (page 142). Direction indicators. See Direction
Indicators (page 49). High beam. See Lighting Control (page 44).
B
Instrument cluster. See Gauges (page 58). See Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 59).
C
Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 49). High beam. See
Lighting Control (page 44). or Wiper lever. See Wipers and Washers (page
41).
D
Information and entertainment display.E
Audio unit. See Audio System (page 197).F
Door lock indicator. See Locking and Unlocking (page 29).G
Hazard warning flasher switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers (page 157).H
Parking aid switch. See Parking Aids (page 125).I
Active park assist switch. See Active Park Assist (page 127).J
Start-stop switch. See Start-Stop (page 104).K
Heated windshield switch. See (page 124).L
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Heated rear window switch. See (page 124).M
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 80).N
Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 98).O
Audio control. See Audio Control (page 38). Voice control. See Voice Control
(page 40). Telephone control.
P
Steering wheel adjustment. See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 38).Q
Horn.R
Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 131). Adaptive cruise
control (ACC) switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 132).
S
Information display controls. See Information Displays (page 63).T
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 44). Front fog lamps. See Front
Fog Lamps (page 47). Rear fog lamp. See Rear Fog Lamps (page 47).
Headlamp levelling control. See Headlamp Leveling (page 47). Instrument
lighting dimmer. See (page 80).
U
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Rear Exterior Overview
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F
DE
A
B
C
GH
See Changing a Bulb (page 177).A
See Changing the Wiper Blades (page 176).B
See Changing a Bulb (page 177).C
See Refueling (page 109).D
See Changing a Road Wheel (page 187).E
Tire pressures. See Technical Specifications (page 193).F
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See Towing Points (page 153).G
See First Aid Kit (page 157). See Warning Triangle (page 157). Spare wheel,
jack and wheel brace. See Changing a Road Wheel (page 187). Towing eye.
See Towing Points (page 153). Fuel funnel. See Running Out of Fuel (page
108).
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CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
WARNINGS
Children must always be properly
restrained.
This section provides useful
information on the installation and
safe use of child restraints. Ford
strongly recommends that you read and
understand this section before carrying
children in your vehicle.
It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that
the children are seated in suitable child
restraints prescribed by the laws of the
State or Territory in which the vehicle is
operated.
If you are in any doubt about the laws that
apply in your location, please consult your
local Authorised Ford Dealer or Local
Approved Child Restraint Fitting Station
for assistance.
WARNING
EXTREME HAZARD! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an airbag in front
of it.
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WARNINGS
On hot days, the temperature inside
the vehicle can rise very quickly.
Exposure of people or animals to
these high temperatures for even a short
time can cause death or serious heat
related injuries, including brain damage.
Small children are particularly at risk.
Safety belts and seats can become
hot in a vehicle that has been closed
up in sunny weather, they could burn
a small child. Check seat covers and
buckles before you place a child anywhere
near them.
Read and follow the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions when
you are fitting a child restraint.
Do not alter or modify child restraints
in any way
Do not hold a child on your lap when
the vehicle is moving.
Do not leave children unattended in
your vehicle.
Destroy the child restraint if it has
been in a severe crash, even if no
damage is visible.
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Child Safety
Selecting a child restraint system
To provide protection, a child restraint
system should meet three requirements.
1. The child restraint system complies
with Australian Standard AS1754.
Infants and children must be properly
restrained at all times in an approved
child restraint which conforms to
Australian Standards AS1754 - 2004
or later. Look for the Australian
Standard Approval Mark on the child
restraint.
2. The child restraint must be suitable
for the size and weight of the child
and must be properly fitted and
adjusted. Rearward facing restraints
are suitable for babies, and forward
facing child restraints are suitable for
small children. Use the child restraint
exactly as shown in the instructions
provided with the child restraint. If you
have any doubts, contact the child
restraint manufacturer or consult an
approved Restraint Fitting Station.
3. The child restraint system should
fit the vehicle seating position (or
positions) where it will be used. Due
to variations in the design of child
restraint systems, vehicle seats and
seat belts, all child restraint systems
may not fit all seating positions. Before
purchasing a child restraint system, it
is recommended that the child restraint
system is tested in the specific vehicle
seating position (or positions) where
it is intended to be used. If a previously
purchased child restraint does not fit,
you may need to purchase a different
one that will fit.
INSTALLING CHILD SEATS
WARNINGS
EXTREME HAZARD! Do not use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an airbag in front
of it.
Incorrectly fitted child restraints may
swing, tip or come away causing
death or injury.
Do not use a child restraint if the
tether strap falls into a split in the
vehicle seat back or falls off the edge
of the vehicle seat.
All child restraint systems, except some
booster seats, are designed to be installed
with the vehicle seat belt system and a top
tether strap. Some booster seats only
require the use of the vehicle lap-sash
belts.
After installing a child restraint system,
push and pull the system forward and back
and from side to side to verify that it is
secured.
Be sure to read and follow the instructions
provided by the child restraint
manufacturer. If you have any doubts
contact the child restraint manufacturer
or consult an approved Restraint Fitting
Station. Your automobile club or local
vehicle registration authority can provide
location details of fitting stations.
When installing the child restraint
attaching clip to the anchor fitting, raise
the head restraint (where fitted) and pass
the tether strap between the head restraint
supports. This will prevent the tether strap
from falling off the outboard edge of the
seating positions.
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Note: Side curtain air bags will not interfere
with a properly installed child restraint
system or booster seat, because they are
designed to inflate downward from the
headliner above the doors along the side
window openings.
When a child restraint system is not being
used, either remove it and store it in a safe
place, or make sure it is properly secured.
An unsecured child restraint system can
be thrown around the vehicle in a collision
or sudden stop and injure someone.
Child restraint anchorage
locations
WARNING
Child restraint anchorages are
designed to withstand only those
loads imposed by correctly fitted
child restraints. Under no circumstances
are they to be used for adult seat belts,
harnesses or for attaching other items or
equipment to the vehicle.
Top tether anchor points
There are three child restraint anchor
points, one for each rear seating position.
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The anchor fittings are only suitable for
child restraints conforming to Australian
Standard AS1754-2004 or later. If your
child restraint does not have an approved
latched hook attaching clip as shown, you
should consult an approved restraint fitting
station.
WARNINGS
Always ensure that the attaching clip
is properly engaged with the anchor
fitting and the tether strap length is
adjusted to remove any slack.
Incorrectly fitted child restraints may
swing, tip or come away causing
death or injury.
Always ensure that the locking
mechanism of the rear seat back is
fully engaged when in the upright
position, by attempting to pull it down
again.
Do not attach a tether strap to
anything other than the correct
tether anchor point.
Make sure that the top tether strap
is not slack or twisted and is properly
located on the anchor point.
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Note: Where applicable, remove the
luggage cover to ease installation. See
Luggage Covers (page 148).
Note: You may need to raise or remove the
head restraint to ease installation. See
Head Restraints (page 89).
PROTECTING LARGER CHILDREN
The rear seats (where provided) are the
safest place for children.
When a child outgrows the recommended
weight or height limits for a forward facing
child restraint system, the child should sit
on a booster seat and wear a lap-sash seat
belt. The raised seating position will allow
you to position the shoulder strap of the
adult seat belt over the centre of your
child's shoulder and the lap strap tightly
across its hips. A booster seat should be
used until the child is tall enough for the
lap-sash seat belt to fit properly.
Typical Booster Seat
WARNINGS
Never wear a seat belt across the
neck. This could result in serious neck
injury in the event of a collision.
Do not install a booster seat with
only the lap strap of the safety belt.
Do not install a booster seat with a
safety belt that is slack or twisted.
WARNINGS
Do not put the seat belt under your
child's arm or behind its back.
Do not use pillows, books or towels
to boost your child's height.
Make sure that your children sit in an
upright position.
Note: When using a child seat on a rear
seat, make sure that the child seat rests
tightly against the vehicle seat. It may be
necessary to lift or remove the head
restraint. See Head Restraints (page 89).
Note: If the lap-sash seat belt touches or
crosses the child's neck, then the child
needs a booster seat.
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CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
Manual Child Safety Locks
WARNING
You cannot open the doors from
inside if you have put the child safety
locks on.
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The childproof locks are located on the
rear edge of each rear door and must be
set separately for each door.
Note: On vehicles with keyless entry, use
the spare key. See Keyless Entry (page
34).
Left-Hand Side
Turn counterclockwise to lock and
clockwise to unlock.
Right-Hand Side
Turn clockwise to lock and
counterclockwise to unlock.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
The wearing of a seat belt is a
mandatory requirement. Seat belts
should be properly fastened and
adjusted before the vehicle is driven. Adjust
the driver's seat position before fastening
the seat belt.
Seat belts are designed to bear upon
the bony structure of the body and
should be worn low across the front
of the pelvis or the pelvis, chest and
shoulders, as applicable; wearing the lap
section of the belt across the abdominal
area must be avoided.
Wear a seat belt and keep sufficient
distance between yourself and the
steering wheel. Only when you use
the seat belt properly, can it hold you in
position to achieve its optimum effect. See
Sitting in the Correct Position (page
88).
Never use a seat belt for more than
one person; it is dangerous to put a
belt around a child being carried on
the occupant's lap.
Use the correct buckle for each seat
belt.
Do not use a seat belt that is slack
or twisted.
Do not wear thick clothing. The seat
belt must fit tightly around your body
to achieve its optimum effect.
Position the shoulder strap of the
seat belt over the centre of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.
WARNINGS
Care should be taken to avoid
contamination of the webbing with
polishes, oils and chemicals, and
particularly battery acid. Cleaning may
safely be carried out using mild soap and
water. The belt should be replaced if the
webbing becomes frayed, contaminated
or damaged.
No modifications or additions should
be made by the user which will either
prevent the seat belt adjusting
devices from operating to remove slack,
or prevent the seat belt assembly from
being adjusted to remove slack.
The driver and front passenger seat belt
systems are fitted with a seat belt
pretensioner. Seat belt pretensioners have
a lower deployment threshold than the
airbags. During minor collisions, it is
possible that only the seat belt
pretensioners will deploy.
Status after a collision
WARNINGS
Seat belts subjected to strain, as a
result of an accident, should be
renewed and the anchorages
checked by a properly trained technician.
If a seat belt pretensioner has been
deployed, the seat belt must be
renewed.
FASTENING THE SAFETY BELTS
WARNINGS
Insert the tongue into the buckle until
you hear a distinct click. You have
not fastened the safety belt correctly
if you do not hear a click.
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Safety Belts
WARNINGS
Make sure that your safety belt is
securely stored away and is not
outside your vehicle when closing the
door.
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Pull the belt out steadily. It may lock if you
pull it sharply or if your vehicle is on a slope.
The rear outer safety belts can lock if you
return the seatback from a folded position
to the upright position forcefully. Should
the safety belt lock, recline the seat using
the recline adjustment. See Rear Seats
(page 92).
Press the red button on the buckle to
release the belt. Hold the tongue and let it
retract completely and smoothly to its
stowed position.
Using Safety Belts During
Pregnancy
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WARNING
Position the safety belt correctly for
your safety and that of your unborn
child. Do not use only the lap strap
or the shoulder strap.
Pregnant women should always wear their
safety belt. The lap belt portion of a
combination lap and shoulder belt should
be positioned low across the hips below
the belly and worn as tight as comfort will
allow. The shoulder belt should be
positioned to cross the middle of the
shoulder and the center of the chest.
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SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
Position the safety belt height
adjusters so that the belt rests
across the middle of your shoulder.
Failure to adjust the safety belt correctly
could reduce the effectiveness of the
safety belt and increase the risk of injury in
a crash.
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To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze
the button and slide the height adjuster up
or down. Release the button and pull down
on the height adjuster to make sure it is
locked in place.
SAFETY BELT MINDER
WARNING
The system will only provide
protection when you use the safety
belt correctly.
The warning lamp illuminates and an
audible warning will sound when the
following conditions have been met:
• The front safety belts have not been
fastened.
• Your vehicle exceeds a relatively low
speed.
It will also illuminate when a front safety
belt is unfastened when your vehicle is
moving.
If you do not fasten your safety belt both
the audible and visual warnings will switch
off automatically after approximately five
minutes.
Switching the Safety Belt Minder
Off
See an authorized dealer.
Rear Safety Belt Minder
WARNING
If multiple belts are unfastened
within a few seconds of each other,
only one audible chime will sound.
Note: Press OK on the steering wheel
control to confirm the message.
The following status updates will be
shown in the display:
• Tick symbol: Fastened safety belt.
• Exclamation mark: A safety belt that
has been unfastened when your vehicle
is moving. You will also hear an audible
chime.
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CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE
Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child
safety seat systems periodically to make
sure they work properly and are not
damaged. Inspect the vehicle and child
seat safety belts to make sure there are no
nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary.
All vehicle safety belt assemblies, including
retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle
assemblies, buckle support assemblies
(slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt
height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder
belt guide on seat back (if equipped), child
safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and
attaching hardware, should be inspected
after a crash. Read the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions for additional
inspection and maintenance information
specific to the child restraint.
Ford Motor Company recommends that
all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles
involved in a crash be replaced. However,
if the crash was minor and an authorized
dealer finds that the belts do not show
damage and continue to operate properly,
they do not need to be replaced. Safety
belt assemblies not in use during a crash
should also be inspected and replaced if
either damage or improper operation is
noted.
Properly care for safety belts. See Vehicle
Care (page 184).
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Extreme Hazard! Never use a
rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an active airbag in
front of it. Death or serious injury to the
child can occur.
Do not fit a non-Ford approved bull
bar to your vehicle as this may
interfere with the operation of the
restraint system, including the air bag
deployment, and could result in injury to
yourself and others. Fitment of a bull bar
may also void the vehicle's compliance
with Australian Design Rules.
Do not modify the front of your
vehicle in any way. This could
adversely affect deployment of the
airbags. Failure to adhere to this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.
Do not fit any accessories on the
front of the vehicle within 150 mm of
the centre line of the vehicle as this
may interfere with the operation of the
front crash sensor.
Normal air flow to the radiator must
not be affected when fog lamps,
driving lamps or similiar equipment
is fitted to the vehicle. Serious mechanical
damage will occur.
Wear a safety belt and keep
sufficient distance between yourself
and the steering wheel. Only when
you use the safety belt correctly, can it hold
you in a position that allows the airbag to
achieve its optimum effect. See Sitting
in the Correct Position (page 88). Failure
to adhere to this warning could result in
serious personal injury or death.
WARNINGS
Repairs to the steering wheel,
steering column, seats, airbags and
safety belts must be carried out by
an authorized dealer. Failure to adhere to
this warning could result in serious
personal injury or death.
Keep the areas in front of the airbags
free from obstruction. Do not affix
anything to or over the airbag covers.
In the event of a crash, hard objects could
cause serious personal injury or death.
Do not puncture the seat with sharp
objects. This could damage and
adversely affect deployment of the
airbags. Failure to adhere to this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.
Use seat covers designed for seats
with side airbags. Have these fitted
by an authorized dealer. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in
serious personal injury or death.
Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a
cloud of harmless powdery residue if an
airbag deploys. This is normal.
Note: Only wipe airbag covers with a damp
cloth.
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DRIVER AIRBAG
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The airbag will deploy during significant
frontal collisions or collisions that are up
to 30 degrees from the left or the right. The
airbag will inflate within a few thousandths
of a second and deflate on contact with
the occupant, thus cushioning forward
body movement. During minor frontal
collisions, overturns, rear collisions and
side collisions, the airbag will not deploy.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
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The passenger airbag will deploy during
significant frontal or near-frontal collisions.
The airbag will inflate within a few
thousandths of a second and deflate on
contact with the occupant, thus cushioning
forward body movement. During minor
frontal collisions, overturns, rear collisions
and side collisions, the front passenger
airbag will not deploy.
KNEE AIRBAG
WARNING
Do not attempt to open the airbag
cover.
The airbag will deploy during frontal
collisions or collisions that are up to 30
degrees from the left or the right. The
airbag will inflate within a few thousandths
of a second and deflate on contact with
the occupants, thus providing a cushion
between the driver’s knees and the steering
column. During overturns, rear collisions
and side collisions, the knee airbag will not
deploy.
For item location: See At a Glance (page
9).
Note: The airbag has a lower deployment
threshold than the front airbags. During a
minor collision, it is possible that only the
knee airbag will deploy.
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNING
Use seat covers designed for seats
with side airbags. Have these fitted
by an authorized dealer.
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The airbags are located inside the
seatback of the front seats. There is a label
attached to the side of the seatback to
indicate this.
The airbag will deploy during significant
lateral collisions. The airbag will not deploy
in minor lateral and frontal collisions, rear
collisions, or overturns.
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS
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The airbags are located over the front and
rear side windows.
The airbag will deploy during significant
lateral collisions. It will also deploy during
significant frontal angled collisions. The
curtain airbag will not deploy in minor
lateral and frontal collisions, rear collisions,
or overturns.
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
The typical operating range for your
transmitter is approximately 10 m.
A decrease in operating range could be
caused by:
• weather conditions
• nearby radio towers
• structures around your vehicle
• other vehicles parked next to your
vehicle.
The radio frequency used by your remote
control can also be used by other short
distance radio transmissions (e.g. amateur
radios, medical equipment, wireless
headphones, remote controls and alarm
systems). If the frequencies are jammed,
you will not be able to use your remote
control. You can lock and unlock the doors
with the key.
Note: Make sure your vehicle is locked
before leaving it unattended.
Note: If you are in range, the remote control
will operate if you press any button
unintentionally.
REMOTE CONTROL
Reprogramming the Unlocking
Function
Note: When you press the unlock button
either all the doors are unlocked or only the
driver’s door and the liftgate are unlocked.
Pressing the unlock button again unlocks
all the doors.
Press and hold the unlock and lock buttons
on the remote control simultaneously for
at least four seconds with the ignition off.
The direction indicators will flash twice to
confirm the change.
To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.
Changing the Remote Control
Battery
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Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
regarding recycling.
Remote Control without a Folding
Key Blade
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1
1
1. Press and hold the buttons on the
edges to release the cover. Carefully
remove the cover.
2. Remove the key blade.
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3. Twist the screwdriver in the position
shown to start separating the two
halves of the remote control.
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4. Twist the screwdriver in the position
shown to separate the two halves of
the remote control.
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Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or
the printed circuit board with the
screwdriver.
5. Carefully prise out the battery with the
screwdriver.
6. Install a new battery (3V CR 2032) with
the + facing downwards.
7. Assemble the two halves of the remote
control.
8. Install the key blade.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls can
be purchased from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle. See Passive
Anti-Theft System (page 37).
To re-program the passive anti-theft
system see an authorized dealer.
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