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Introduction 5

Instrument Cluster 14

Warning lights and chimes 14 Gauges 21 Message center 22

Entertainment Systems 60

AM/FM stereo 60 AM/FM stereo with CD 62 Auxiliary input jack 69 USB port 70 Satellite radio information 74 Navigation system 77 SYNC威 77

Climate Controls 78

Manual heating and air conditioning 78 Dual electronic automatic temperature control 81 Rear window defroster 84

Lights 87

Headlamps 87 Turn signal control 91 Interior lamps 91 Bulb replacement 92

Driver Controls 98

Windshield wiper/washer control 98 Steering wheel adjustment 99 Power windows 104 Mirrors 106 Speed control 111 Upfitter controls 114

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Locks and Security 130

Keys 130 Locks 138 Anti-theft system 150

Seating and Safety Restraints 154

Seating 154 Safety restraints 169 Airbags 180 Child restraints 195

Tires, Wheels and Loading 216

Tire information 218 Tire inflation 220 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 236 Vehicle loading 244 Trailer towing 251 Trailer brake controller-integrated 256 Recreational towing 263

Driving 265

Starting 265 Brakes 271 Traction Control™ 274 AdvanceTrac威 275 Hill descent control 280 Transmission operation 287 Reverse sensing system 295 Rear-view camera system 297

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Roadside Emergencies 317

Getting roadside assistance 317 Hazard flasher control 318 Fuel pump shut-off 319 Fuses and relays 319 Changing tires 329 Wheel lug nut torque 345 Jump starting 346 Wrecker towing 350

Customer Assistance 352

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 359 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 359

Cleaning 360

Maintenance and Specifications 369

Engine compartment 370 Engine oil 374 Battery 376 Engine coolant 379 Fuel information 386 Air filter(s) 404 Part numbers 408 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 409 Engine data 413

Accessories 417

Ford Extended Service Plan 419

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Scheduled Maintenance 423

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 428

Index 443

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.

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident

this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. It can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

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Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, 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

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, safety belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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 Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

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.

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles

Read the diesel supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your Diesel-powered light truck.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter.

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Using your vehicle as an ambulance

If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete

Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as pertinent

supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service at http://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/ and then by selecting “Contact Us” or by phone at 1–877–840–4338.

Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires.

If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it will be indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The label is located on the driver’s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver’s door. You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford’s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer. Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)

Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take-off system.

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 supplement 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.

Vehicle Modification Data Recording

Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle

limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped with

Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that, for example, increase horsepower and torque output; this information cannot be erased and will stay in the system’s memory even if the modification is removed. When a dealer or repair facility works on your vehicle, it may be necessary for them to access the information in the Powertrain Control System. This information will likely identify if any unauthorized modifications have been made to the system, which may be used to determine if the warranty has been violated and if repairs will be covered by warranty.

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CELL PHONE USE

The use of mobile communications equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their 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 and that you comply with all applicable laws.

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 Guide. 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 Guide 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 Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Base instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metric similar

CHH

MPH

km/h

100

120

4 0

1 6 0

100

Optional instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metric similar

MPH

km/h

0 2

100

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

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Standard message center Note: Some warning lights are

reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate in the message center. These lights function the same as the other warning lights.

Optional message center Note: Some warning lights are

reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate in the message center. These lights function the same as the other warning lights. The first three positions will only display one warning telltale at a time; the last three positions can cycle between different warning telltales.

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon indicator will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

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WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning indicator to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Low fuel (RTT): Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power/Electronic throttle control (RTT): Displays when the

engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation or when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position.

If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

BRAKE

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WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

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

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

Engine oil pressure (RTT and static warning light): Displays

when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

ABS

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Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on position and any door is not completely closed.

Engine coolant temperature (RTT): Illuminates when the engine

coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

Low tire pressure warning (if equipped): Illuminates when your

tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Hill descent (if equipped):

Displays when using the hill descent mode. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.

Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (if equipped): Displays when the

Tow/Haul feature has been activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.

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AdvanceTrac威/Traction control (if equipped): Displays when the

AdvanceTrac威/Traction control is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

AdvanceTrac威/Traction control off light (if equipped): Illuminates

when AdvanceTrac威/Traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

4X2 (RTT) (if equipped):

Displays momentarily when two-wheel drive high is selected. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Four wheel drive low (RTT and static) (if equipped): Displays

when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Four wheel drive high (RTT and static) (if equipped): Displays

when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Electronic locking differential (RTT and static) (if equipped):

Displays when using the electronic locking differential.

OFF

4x2

4x4

LOW

4x4

HIGH

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Speed control (if equipped): The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in:

• On (amber light): Illuminates when the speed control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system is engaged or turned off.

• Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the speed control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high-beam headlamps are turned on.

Diesel warning lights: If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has some unique warning lights; refer to Instrument Cluster in your diesel supplement for detailed information on their function.

• Glow plug pre-heat

• Waterinfuel

• Diesel exhaust fluid

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

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GAUGES

Base cluster with automatic transmission shown. Metric similar.

3 4

6 5

1. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between L and H). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer.

2. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between H and C). If it enters the red section, the

engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

3. Transmission fluid temperature gauge: If the gauge is in the: Normal area The transmission fluid is within the normal operating

temperature (between H and C).

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Yellow area The transmission fluid is higher than normal operating temperature. This can be caused by special operation conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or off road use). Refer to Special operating conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage.

Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range.

Red area The transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range.

If the gauge is operating in the yellow or red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your authorized dealer.

4. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel

tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

5. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

6. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Odometer and trip odometer: The odometer is displayed on the lower line in the message center and registers the total accumulated distance the vehicle has traveled. For trip odometer, refer to Standard message center or Optional message center in this chapter.

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER

Your vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster and the controls are located on the steering wheel.

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Selectable features

Info (information menu)

Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release the INFO button until the TRIP A/B appear in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset.

Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from metric to English.

XXX° (outside air temperature) (if equipped)

This displays the outside temperature. Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to

English.

MYKEY MILES (km) (if programmed)

For more information, refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

XXX MILES (km) TO E

This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel.

The low fuel indicator will illuminate when the fuel level is at approximately 1/16 of the tank.

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected.

XX.X AVG MPG (L/100km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.

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If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control

system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

MPG (L/km)

This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓ poor economy to ↑ excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

TIMER

Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time.

To operate, do the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.

TBC GAIN (if equipped)

Displays the level of trailer brake gain or if the trailer is not connected.

EXHAUST FILTER (diesel only)

Refer to Diesel exhaust system: oxidation catalyst/diesel particulate filter system in your diesel supplement for more information.

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System check and vehicle feature customization

Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features:

Note: Some items are optional and will not appear.

Note: When returning to the SETUP menu and a non-English language has been selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English. Press and hold the RESET button to change back to English.

RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK

When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed.

1. OIL LIFE

2. EXHAUST FLUID LEVEL (Diesel only)

3. ENGINE HOURS

4. ENGINE IDLE HOURS

5. CHARGING SYSTEM

6. DOOR

7. BRAKE SYSTEM

8. TBC GAIN = XX.X (if equipped)

9. FUEL LEVEL

10. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey威 is programmed)

11. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED

12. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.

OIL LIFE

This displays the remaining oil life. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and

according to the recommended maintenance schedule.

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To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change, perform the following:

1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX%

HOLD RESET = NEW”.

2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to reset

the oil life to 100%. Note: To change oil life 100% value (if equipped with this feature) to

another value, proceed to Step 3.

3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press the

RESET button to change the oil life start value. Each release and press will reduce the value by 10%.

UNITS

Displays the current units English or Metric. Press the RESET button to change from English to Metric.

AUTOLAMP (SEC)

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.

Press the RESET control to select the new autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion.

Press the RESET control to turn autolock on or off.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

COURTESY WIPE

One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield.

Press RESET to turn this feature on or off.

CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP/ CLEAR MYKEY

For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

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RESET FOR ZONE SETTING

This feature changes the compass zone setting. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that

varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error.

Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment.

ZONE <XX> RESET = CHANGE

The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW in the message center display.

Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment.

RESET FOR CALIBRATION

This feature calibrates the compass. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large

buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary.

Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment.

Compass zone/calibration adjustment

1. Determine your magnetic zone by referring to the zone map.

2. Turn ignition to the on position.

3. Start the engine.

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4. From the SETUP menu, press and release the RESET button until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting ZONE <XX> RESET = CHANGE.

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5. Press and release the RESET button repeatedly until the correct zone

setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center. The range of zone values are from 1 to 15 and “wraps” back to 1.

6. To exit the zone setting mode, and to “lock in” your change:

• press and release the SETUP button or,

• press INFO button to exit or,

• wait four seconds and the zone will be “locked in”.

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

7. Press the RESET button until the display reads RESET FOR

CALIBRATION to start the compass calibration function.

8. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until

the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration.

9. The compass is now calibrated.

Note: If the RESET button is pressed or three minutes has expired, the display will go back to the INFO menu and will show CAL instead of the compass heading until the compass is calibrated.

RESET FOR REMOTE START (if equipped)

Press RESET to enable remote start on or off and choose the remote start duration time (5, 10, 15 minutes) and other options.

REAR PARK AID (if equipped)

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

Press RESET to turn this feature on or off. You can also choose to turn this feature on/off when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

TBC MODE (if equipped)

Allows you to choose the trailer brake mode. Press RESET to choose:

• ELECTRIC

• EOH (electric over hydraulic)

TRAILER SWAY (if equipped)

This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway, Press RESET to turn it off or on.

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LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French.

Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to set the language choice.

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem or condition is still present and needs your attention.

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is applied (or not fully released).

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when a fault has been detected by the ABS module.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM— Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed.

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PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger’s door is not completely closed.

REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed.

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed.

CHECK FUEL CAP — Displayed when the fuel cap may not be properly closed. Refer to What you should know about automotive fuels in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when a fault has been detected by the ABS module.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as a reminder of a low fuel condition. CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission

is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled. Refer to Rear park aid in this section to enable.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped) — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN RIGHT REAR TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN LEFT REAR TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TIRES NOT TRAINED – REPEAT (if equipped) — Displayed when an error occurs while training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAINING COMPLETE (if equipped) — Displayed when training of the TPMS is complete. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to the remote keyless entry system. For more information on integrated key, refer to the Locks and Security chapter.

KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

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VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING (if equipped) — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use when trying to disable the ESC system and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC (if equipped) — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter.

SECURITY SYSTEM FAULT — Displayed when the security system has detected a fault. See your authorized dealer for service.

WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed when a correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailer brakes) is sensed during a given ignition cycle. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER BRAKE GAIN = XX.X (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake when a trailer is not connected. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER DISCONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime when a trailer connection becomes disconnected, either intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled.

TRANSPORT MODE CONTACT DEALER (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle is set to transport mode. The transport mode is used to disable certain vehicle functions to prevent battery discharge when the vehicle is in the transport/inventory phase and is not driven long enough to maintain the battery’s charge. This mode can be disabled by doing the following: Turn the ignition on, without starting the engine. Press and release the brake pedal fully five times and press the hazard button four times (on, off, on, off) within 10 seconds.

CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL (if equipped) — Displayed when an electronic locking differential (ELD) system fault is present. For more information, refer to Electronic locking differential (ELD) in the Driving chapter.

ELD ENGAGED/DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is engaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

ELD DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is disengaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

TO ENGAGE ELD RELEASE PEDAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential requests this condition be met in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

TO ENGAGE ELD SLOW TO XX MPH/KM/H (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential requests that a certain speed be met in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

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CHECK 4X4 (if equipped) — Displayed when a 4X4 system fault is present. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS — Displayed when the 4X4 system is making a shift. For further information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when trying to select 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill descent control switch is turned on.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present.

HILL CNTRL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill descent system is cooling due to overuse.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill descent system is deactivated.

FOR HILL CNTRL 20 MPH OR LESS (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for hill control mode entry has not been met.

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DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill control and off-road mode require the driver to resume control.

FOR HILL CNTRL SELECT GEAR (if equipped) — Displayed when the driver is requested to select a transmission gear to enable operation of the hill mode and off-road mode.

ENGINE WARMING PLEASE WAIT XX (diesel engine only) — Displayed in extremely cold weather, typically below –15°F (–26°C), if the engine block heater is not utilized. The engine will not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds; this is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack of lubrication. A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds. Once the counter has reached 0 seconds, OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and the engine will respond to accelerator pedal movement. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

OK TO DRIVE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the time counter has reached 0 (zero) and the engine is sufficiently warm enough to drive in extremely cold weather (refer to the engine warming please wait message description mentioned previously). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to be drained. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final 30 seconds of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown for extended idling is an optional feature. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE TURNED OFF (diesel engine only) — Displayed after the 30 second countdown. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is full of particles (exhaust soot) and the vehicle is not being operated in a manner to allow normal cleaning. This message will stay on until the exhaust filter cleaning has begun, at which time the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message will be displayed. It is recommended the vehicle operator drive the vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) until the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message turns off. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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Note: If this message is ignored, your vehicle will continue to fill the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) with particles (exhaust soot). If cleaning is not permitted, the light will illuminate and engine power may be limited. If the vehicle is still not operated in a manner to allow cleaning, the service engine soon light be further limited. Dealer service will then be required to restore your vehicle to full-power operation.

Note: Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration will not initiate at idle or in Power Take Off (PTO) mode. When DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER is displayed in the message center, PTO and/or Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC) must be disengaged/inactive in order to properly clean the DPF. The vehicle must be driven until the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message turns off.

CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle has entered the cleaning mode. Various engine actions will raise the exhaust temperature in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system to burn off the particles (exhaust soot). After the particles are burned off, the exhaust temperature will fall back to normal levels. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

WARNING: When the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message appears in the message center, do not park near flammable

materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete.

will illuminate and engine power will

EXHAUST FILTER DRIVE COMPLETE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) has been adequately cleaned after the DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER followed by CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER messages have been displayed. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

EXHAUST FILTER CLEANED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) has been adequately cleaned by the manual regeneration process (OCR). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

EXHAUST CLEAN STOPPED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) manual regeneration process (OCR) has been stopped. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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STOP SAFELY NOW (diesel engine only) — Displayed and a chime sounds when the vehicle exhaust system temperature exceeds intended operating range. If this warning occurs, engine power is reduced and the engine will shut down when the vehicle speed is below 3 mph (5 km/h). Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and contact your authorized dealer. Depending on the severity of the over-temperature condition, the vehicle may not restart after cycling the ignition off. If the vehicle restarts, there may be limited power. If the exhaust over-temperature condition reoccurs, the message center will display STOP SAFELY NOW, the chime will sound, and engine power will be reduced again and shut down below 3 mph (5 km/h). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

REDUCED ENGINE POWER (diesel engine only) — Displayed approximately two hours after the DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST SYSTEM message has displayed and the vehicle operator has not driven the vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) for at least 20 minutes to clean the DPF. At this point the vehicle must be serviced by an authorized dealer. This message is normal. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

EXHAUST FLUID RANGE XXX MI (diesel engine only) — Displays the distance you can travel before depleting the remaining diesel exhaust fluid. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

SPEED LIMITED XXMPH IN XX MI EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is

nearing empty. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

XX MPH MAX UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the remaining diesel exhaust fluid level

is depleted. Speed will be limited upon restart. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is empty. The

diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects low exhaust fluid. The

engine will eventually enter into an idle only mode. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE IDLED SEE MANUAL (diesel engine only) — Displayed when a problem exists with the SCR system. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. If the exhaust fluid is empty, it must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

SPEED LIMITED XXMPH IN XXXMI EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system

detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance and count down from this point. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

XX MPH MAX UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a

fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited upon restarting. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a

fault. The vehicle’s top speed is limited. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FAULT SEE MANUAL (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The

engine will eventually enter into an idle-only mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE IDLED SEE MANUAL EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a

fault. The engine will enter into an idle only mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE OIL DILUTED (diesel engine only) — Displays once the engine oil has become diluted and needs to be changed. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5% to 1%. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for more information.

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OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for more information.

LOW FUEL PRESSURE SEE MANUAL (diesel engine only) —If this message appears during a cold start or during cold operation 32°F (0°C) up to 10 minutes after the initial cold start; monitor the message center and if it disappears and does not re-appear after the engine has fully warmed up, the low fuel pressure message is most likely caused by waxed or gelled fuel. To prevent this, use an anti-gel additive. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. If the low fuel pressure message persistently appears after re-fueling during the cold start and cold operation conditions defined previously and then disappear when the engine has fully warmed up, consider different fuel sources.

• Low Fuel Operation: If the message appears when the vehicle is warm and during low fuel tank level operation, i.e. the tank level is at or very near empty, refuel the vehicle and operate the vehicle. If the message reappears after fueling, see below. If the message does not come back, the low fuel pressure condition was due to low fuel levels in the fuel tank.

• Normal Operation: If the message appears during normal operation when the vehicle / engine is fully warm, and fuel level is not low, the fuel filters must be changed regardless of the maintenance schedule interval. If replacement of the fuel filter does not remedy the low fuel pressure message during normal operation as defined above, please take the vehicle to your authorized dealer.

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with a informational messages and/or warnings.

The message center is also used to program/configure the different features of your vehicle.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. Use the steering wheel mounted buttons to navigate through the message center.

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Press the up/down buttons to move up/down through the message center choices.

Press the left/right buttons to move left/right through the message center choices.

Press the OK button to select highlighted options and confirm choices/messages.

Main menu

From the main menu screen you can choose the following:

• Gauge Mode

• Trip A/B

• Fuel Economy

• Truck Apps (if equipped)

• Settings

• Information

Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that menu option.

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Gauge Mode

In this mode, the following options are available in different graphical formats:

• Engine Oil Temperature (diesel only)

• Transmission Temperature

• Compass (see Compass following for compass options)

• Exhaust Filter (diesel only). Refer to Diesel exhaust system:

oxidation catalyst/diesel particulate filter system in your diesel supplement for more information.

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Compass: The compass orientation can be changed between fixed north or rotating north. To change the modes, press OK when the compass display is shown. Use the right arrow to choose the mode. Press and hold OK to set the mode.

Trip A/B

In this mode, Trip A or B registers the following:

• Trip Time — shows the elapsed trip time. This timer will stop when the vehicle is turned off and will restart when the vehicle is restarted.

• Trip Distance — shows the accumulated trip distance.

• Fuel Used — shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip.

• Average MPG (L/100km) — shows the average distance traveled per

unit of fuel used for a given trip.

• Odometer — shows the vehicle’s total accumulated distance. This value cannot be reset.

Press the right arrow key to reach Trip B. Press the left arrow to go back to Trip A.

Press OK to pause the Trip A or B screen/press again to un-pause. Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed trip information.

Fuel Economy

In this mode, fuel economy information is displayed as follows:

• Instant MPG (L/100km) — shows instantaneous fuel usage.

• Miles (kilometers) to empty — shows the approximate distance the

vehicle can travel before running out of fuel.

• Average MPG (L/100km) — shows the average fuel usage based on time. See Fuel Hist. following to change the time interval. Press and hold OK to reset this value.

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If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up.

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations.

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another.

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter).

To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following:

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press RESET in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Fuel Hist.: Press the right arrow key (when in the Fuel Econ. menu) to reach Fuel Hist. Fuel history shows fuel usage (AVG MPG or L/100km) as a bar graph based on time. The duration time can be changed as follows:

Duration– Press the right arrow key (when in the Fuel Hist. menu) to reach the following duration choices.

• 5 Minutes

• 10 Minutes

• 30 Minutes

• Last 5 Resets

Use the up/down arrows keys to highlight one of the choices; press and hold OK to set your choice.

The graph is updated each minute with the fuel economy that was achieved during the prior 5, 10, 30 minutes or last 5 resets of driving.

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Truck Apps (if equipped)

In this mode, off-road and trailer towing application options are available.

Off Road*

Pitch and bank angle (in degrees). Displays the pitch angle (front to rear) and bank angle (side to side) of the road surface.

Steering angle (in degrees). Displays the steering angle of the front wheels after the vehicle has been driven for a period of time.

Differential lock/unlock. Displays the state (locked or unlocked) of the electronic locking differential.

Energy flow. Displays the operating mode of the transfer case: 4X2, 4X4 Low or 4X4 High.

* If equipped—your vehicle may be equipped with some or all of these options.

When “Press OK for info” is displayed, pressing OK will give you information on the following options if equipped (Note: Information is only available when traveling less than 3 mph [5 km/h]):

• ELD (electronic locking differential)

• Hill Descent Control

• 4X4 System

• Traction Control

• Advancetrac + RSC

Trailer: Press the right arrow key (when in the Off Road menu) to reach the Trailer menu (vehicle must be equipped with factory installed trailer brake controller). The following information is displayed:

• Active trailer name or default trailer.

• Accumulated trailer distance.

• Trailer gain and output.

• Trailer disconnected

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When “Press OK for options” is displayed, pressing OK will open the trailer options menus:

Trailer*

Change Active Trailer

Connection Checklist (if equipped)

Delete Trailer Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted

Information Screen

When this is highlighted, press the right arrow key to change the currently selected trailer. Use the up and down arrows to select a trailer and press the OK button to choose the highlighted trailer.

Adding a new trailer– Use the up/down arrows to highlight “New Trailer” from the Change Active Trailer menu and press the right arrow key to enter the New Trailer input screen. Use the up/down arrow keys to choose alpha, numeric and symbol characters and then press the right arrow to move the character space over. Continue adding characters as needed. Press the left arrow to go back and change a previously selected character. When finished with the new trailer name, press OK to accept the new trailer name.

Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted to show the trailer connection types: Conventional, Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck. Use the up/down arrows to highlight one of these choices and press OK to display the connection checklist. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the connections list.

to show currently stored trailers. Use the up/down arrows to highlight the trailer you want to delete and press OK to delete. Follow the on-screen prompts to exit or confirm delete.

Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted to display information on the following vehicle features: Tow Haul mode, Trailer Brake Controller.

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Trailer*

Rename Trailer Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted

to display saved or default trailers. Use the up/down buttons to highlight a trailer and press OK to select it. Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the characters as needed. When done, press OK to accept the change.

Reset Trailer Mileage / Kilometers (if equipped)

* If equipped—your vehicle may be equipped with some or all of these options.

Settings

In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices. Press the right arrow key (when in the Settings menu) to reach the Driver Assist menu:

Rear Park Aid On/Off Rear View

Camera Trailer Brake

Mode Trailer Sway

Control

* If equipped—your vehicle may be equipped with some or all of these options.

Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted to display accumulated distance on a given trailer within the list of trailer(s). Use the up/down buttons to select a trailer, then press and hold OK to reset the trailer mileage (kilometers).

Driver Assist*

Camera Delay

Electric or Elect. Over Hydraulic

On/Off

Vehicle*

Autolamp Delay Off or XXX seconds Compass Zone Setting (1–15) See the diagram below to

determine your magnetic zone.

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Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

Vehicle* (cont’d)

Compass (cont’d)

Easy Entry/Exit On/Off DTE Calculation

(distance to empty)

Locks Autolock, On/Off

Maintenance Coolant (if

Menu Control

Oil Life Reset (if equipped)

Remote Start

Wiper Control On/Off

* If equipped—your vehicle may be equipped with some or all of these options.

Calibration (When choosing Calibration, follow the on-screen directions to calibrate the compass)

Normal History Used Towing History Used

Autounlock On/Off Unlocking One Stage or Two Stage

equipped) Fuel Filter

(diesel only) Standard: with standard set, pressing the up/down

arrows from a lower level menu will escape to the main menu. Memory On: with memory on set, pressing the up/down arrows will navigate to the previous lower level menu.

Set to XXX% (Press and hold OK to set).

Duration 5, 10 or 15 minutes System Enable/Disable

Hold OK if coolant maintenance performed

Hold OK if Fuel Filter Changed

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MyKey

Create MyKey Hold OK to create MyKey *AdvanceTrac Always on or Selectable *MAX Speed 80 MPH (120 km/h) or Off *Speed Warning 45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or 105 km/h), Off *Volume Limiter On/Off *Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys

*Only displays if MyKey is programmed.

Language

English, Español, Français

Units

Units English or Metric

System Reset

Hold OK to Reset System to Factory Default

Information

In this mode, you can view different vehicle system information and perform a system check.

When “Press OK for info” is displayed, pressing OK will give you information on the currently selected/displayed options. Information is only available when traveling less than 3 mph (5 km/h).

MyKey

Admin Keys (Number of admin keys) MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed) MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmed MyKey)

System Check*

Oil Life Engine Hours Engine Idle Hours Doors Exhaust Fluid Level (diesel only) Brakes Trailer Brake

Ctrl.

Gain and Output (when trailer is connected) No trailer (when no trailer is connected)

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System Check*

Trailer Sway Park Aid Check Rear Park Aid Fuel Level (distance to empty)

* If equipped—your vehicle may be equipped with some or all of these options.

Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected. If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems, the message center will display the number of warnings that need immediate attention in red and the number of informational warnings will be listed in amber. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list; press the right arrow button to display specific information on the highlighted warning.

Compass/transmission indicator displays

The compass heading will display in the upper right corner of the message center; the transmission gear indicator displays in the right side of the message center when using the SelectShift Automatic™ transmission feature. These displays will not be shown in all screen modes. For example: when programming certain vehicle features or in certain information menus.

System warnings and status messages

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages.

Types of messages and warnings:

• Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you may need to take action on or be informed of.

• Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is restarted.

• Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem or condition is still present and needs your attention.

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing OK. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message.

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DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the door is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not

completely closed. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not

completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger door is

not completely closed. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is

not completely closed. CHECK FUEL CAP — Displayed when the fuel cap may not be

properly closed. Refer to What you should know about automotive fuels in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as a reminder of a low fuel condition. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low

and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ADVANCETRAC OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has been disabled by the driver.

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC (if equipped) — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the coolant additive needs to be checked. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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POWER REDUCED TO LOWER ENGINE TEMP — Displayed when the engine temperature gauge needle moves to H. You may notice reduced engine power. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

WARNING: When the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message appears in the message center, do not park near flammable

materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete.

DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST SYSTEM (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is full of particles (exhaust soot) and the vehicle is not being operated in a manner to allow normal cleaning. This message will stay on until the exhaust filter cleaning has begun, at which time the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message will be displayed. It is recommended the vehicle operator drive the vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) until the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message turns off. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Note: If this message is ignored, your vehicle will continue to fill the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) with particles (exhaust soot). If cleaning is not permitted, the limited. If the vehicle is still not operated in a manner to allow cleaning, the service engine soon light be further limited. Dealer service will then be required to restore your vehicle to full-power operation.

light will illuminate and engine power may be

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STOP SAFELY NOW, the chime will sound, and engine power will be reduced again and shut down below 3 mph (5 km/h). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE OIL DILUTED (diesel engine only) — Displays once the engine oil has become diluted and needs to be changed. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5% to 1%.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.

ENGINE TURNS OFF IN 1 SECOND (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final second of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown is a (regulatory) requirement which may be required of a particular diesel vehicle for sale in states requiring this feature. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX SECONDS (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final 30 seconds of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown for extended idling is an optional feature. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE TURNED OFF (diesel engine only) — Displayed after the 30 second countdown. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE WARMING PLEASE WAIT (diesel engine only) — Displayed in extremely cold weather, typically below –15°F (–26°C), if the engine block heater is not utilized. The engine will not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds; this is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack of lubrication. A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds. Once the counter has reached 0 seconds, OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and the engine will respond to accelerator pedal movement. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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EXHAUST FLUID RANGE XXX MI (diesel engine only) — Displays the distance you can travel before depleting the remaining diesel exhaust fluid. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

IN XX MILES, SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust

fluid is nearing empty. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the remaining diesel

exhaust fluid level is depleted. Speed will be limited upon restart. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is empty. The

diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects low exhaust fluid. The

engine will eventually enter into an idle only mode. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

ENGINE IDLED - SEE OWNER’S MANUAL EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when a problem exists with

the SCR system. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. If the exhaust fluid is empty, it must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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IN XX MILES, SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR

system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance starting at 50 miles (80 km) and count down from this point. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR

system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited upon restarting. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a

fault. The vehicle’s top speed is limited. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT SEE MANUAL (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system

detects a fault. The engine will enter into an idle only mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

ENGINE IDLED - SEE OWNER’S MANUAL EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR

system detects a fault. The engine will eventually enter into an idle-only mode. Press OK to override the idle mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

FUEL FILTER CHANGE REQUIRED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when a fuel filter change is required. Refer to the scheduled

maintenance information.

LOW FUEL PRESSURE (diesel engine only) — If this message appears during a cold start or during cold operation 32°F (0°C) up to 10 minutes after the initial cold start; monitor the message center and if it disappears and does not re-appear after the engine has fully warmed up, the low fuel pressure message is most likely caused by waxed or gelled fuel. To prevent this, use an anti-gel additive. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. If the low fuel pressure message persistently appears after re-fueling during the cold start and cold operation conditions defined previously and then disappear when the engine has fully warmed up, consider different fuel sources.

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WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to be drained. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

TIRES NOT TRAINED - REPEAT — Displayed when an error occurs while training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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TRAIN INNER LEFT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN INNER RIGHT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN LEFT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN RIGHT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAIN SPARE TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAINING COMPLETE — Displayed when training of the TPMS system is complete. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required.

SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service.

SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

CHECK 4X4 (if equipped) — Displayed when a 4X4 system fault is present. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

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4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS (if equipped) — Displayed when the 4X4 system is making a shift. For further information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when trying to select 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

FOR 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

TO ENGAGE LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL RELEASE ACCELERATOR PEDAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the

electronic locking differential requests that the accelerator pedal be released in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

TO ENGAGE LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL SLOW TO XX MPH/KM/H (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential

requests that a certain speed be met in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ENGAGED/DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is

engaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is disengaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information.

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FOR HILL DESCENT REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for off-road mode entry has not been met.

FOR HILL DESCENT SELECT GEAR (if equipped) — Displayed when the driver is able to select a transmission gear for hill descent mode.

HILL DESCENT - DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is deactivated and the driver must resume control.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode becomes inactive.

HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped)

— Displayed when the hill descent system is cooling due to overuse. HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY (if equipped) — Displayed

when the hill descent control switch is turned on.

REDUCE ACCELERATOR TO PREVENT WHEEL SLIP (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle senses that torque to the

drive wheels has overcome the available traction. SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display

when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

SLOW VEHICLE TO XX KM/H FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic locking differential mode has not been met.

SLOW VEHICLE TO XX MPH FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic locking differential mode has not been met.

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COULD NOT PROGRAM INTEGRATED KEY — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to the remote keyless entry system. For more information on integrated key, refer to the Locks and Security chapter.

ESC ALWAYS ON - MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the ESC cannot be deactivated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

MYKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SECURITY SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when the security system has detected a fault. See your authorized dealer for service.

SPEED LIMITED TO 130 KM/H — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE AT TOP SPEED - MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

CHECK REAR PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.

REAR PARK AID OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is disabled by the driver.

REAR PARK AID ON (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is enabled.

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TO STOP ALARM, START VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security chapter.

TRAILER BRAKE GAIN: XX.X [OUTPUT] (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER BRAKE GAIN: XX.X NO TRAILER (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake when a trailer is not connected. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER DISCONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed when a trailer connection becomes disconnected, either intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) — Displayed if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)

CLK

AUDIO

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, 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.

The AM/FM stereo system does not contain rear speakers; only front driver side and passenger side speakers.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

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1. / (Tuner): Press to manually go up or down the radio

frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. Also use in AUDIO mode to gain access to various settings.

2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to access the following settings:

• TREB (Treble): Press AUDIO to reach the treble setting. Use

• BASS (Bass): Press AUDIO to reach the bass setting. Use

• BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting. Use speakers.

• Setting the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash, then use

CLK again to make the minutes start to flash and use

mode.

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement.

3. SEEK: Press

access the previous/next strong station.

4. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18.

5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

/ / SEEK .

/ / SEEK

/ / SEEK to adjust between the left and right

/ / SEEK to adjust. To adjust minutes, press

/ /

SEEK to adjust. Press CLK again to exit the clock setting

SEEK to

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6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL PUSH to turn ON/OFF. Turn VOL PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

7. CLK (Clock): Press CLK to toggle between the clock and radio frequency.

AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite-compatible sound system (if equipped)

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Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened.

/ : Press / to

manually go up or down the radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press next/previous channel.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

(Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For

further information, please refer to your SYNC威 supplement. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威, the display will read NO PHONE.

3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings:

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOUR or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use hours/minutes. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to

Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite

radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the

/ to cycle through the following options:

/ to tune to the

• CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press

scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威 channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS威 categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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• SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song title in the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to

access the saved songs and press songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to

replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song title from the system’s memory. Press song title appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want

to delete the currently listed song, press RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all songs from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your

original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use

SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

/ to cycle through the saved songs. When the

/ to cycle through the saved

/ to select either

/ /

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When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use SEEK

TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use

L..R(Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use (L) and right (R) speakers.

B..F(Fade): Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use

front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to

reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level.

Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

Track/Folder mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track mode, pressing disc In Folder mode, pressing tracks within the selected folder. Press available).

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display.

to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

SEEK, SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the

SEEK, SEEK will scroll only through

FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if

/ / SEEK,

/ /

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Use / / SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a

more consistent listening level.

4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle

through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode, if equipped) and SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped). For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to

Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

5. SEEK: In radio mode,

press previous/next strong station.

In CD/MP3 mode, press to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold

In TEXT MODE, press previous/additional display text. In CATEGORY MODE, press

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

control is operational in CD/MP3 mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or play the current CD/MP3. The CD/MP3 status will display in the radio display.

OK: Use in various menu selections.

/ to access the

SEEK, SEEK to

SEEK, SEEK to seek to the

SEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next channels.

SEEK, SEEK to view the

SEEK, SEEK to select a category.

/ OK (Play/Pause): This

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7. SHUFFLE: press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display.

Note: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to play the tracks in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder.

8. FOLDER press FOLDER

folder on MP3 discs, if available.

FOLDER: In folder mode,

9. press

previous folder on MP3 discs, if available.

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset control until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for

a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title.

In CD/MP3 mode,

: In folder mode,

to access next

FOLDER to access the

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS威 long channel name.

In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK

additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press to view the previous display text.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

14. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press

VOL-PUSH to turn on/off. Turn VOL-PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

Note:If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3

mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last.

17.

CD.

(CD eject): Press to eject a

to view the

SEEK

18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side

up in the CD slot.

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Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)

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Your vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The auxiliary input jack, located on the instrument panel below the power point, provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the

Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio Features chapter of your Navigation System supplement.

Required equipment:

1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:

1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off.

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle.

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

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5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low.

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.

Troubleshooting:

1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control.

2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.

3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persist, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player.

4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

USB port (if equipped)

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control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

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Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located on the instrument panel. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC威 supplement or Navigation System supplement.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies:

AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:

AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz

FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

Radio reception factors:

There are three factors that can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

CD/CD player care

Do:

• Handle discs by their edges only. (Never touch the playing surface).

• Inspect discs before playing.

• Clean only with an approved CD

cleaner.

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• Wipe discs from the center out.

Don’t:

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.

• Clean using a circular motion.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players.

Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

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Audio system warranty and service

Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

MP3 track and folder structure

Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows:

• There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on track and folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section.

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

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

• Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files.

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Sample MP3 structure

If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle system.

In track mode, the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder.

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474.

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance:

• Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible.

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• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference.

SIRIUS威 satellite radio service: SIRIUS威 satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle.

For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features, please contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.

Satellite radio electronic serial number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS威. While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the AUX and preset 1 controls simultaneously.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

ACQUIRING Radio requires more

than two seconds to

produce audio for

the selected

channel.

SAT FAULT Internal module or

system failure

present.

INVALID CHNL Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not

available for this

channel.

NO TEXT Artist information

not available.

NO TEXT Song title

information not

available.

No action required. This

message should disappear

shortly.

If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition

key cycle, your receiver

may have a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

This previously available

channel is no longer

available. Tune to another

channel. If the channel was

one of your presets, you

may choose another

channel for that preset

button.

Contact SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the channel or

tune to another channel.

Artist information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

Song title information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

NO TEXT Category

information not

available.

NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from

the SIRIUS威

satellite or SIRIUS威

tower to the vehicle

antenna.

UPDATING Update of channel

programming in

progress.

CALL SIRIUS威 1–888–539–7474

Satellite service has been deactivated by

SIRIUS威 satellite

radio.

Category information not

available at this time on

this channel. The system is

working properly.

You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS威 signal

(i.e., tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage,

etc.). The system is

working properly. When

you move into an open

area, the signal should

return.

No action required. The

process may take up to

three minutes.

Call SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to

re-activate or resolve

subscription issues.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information.

SYNC姞 (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威 section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped).

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SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL

1. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection.

2. A. rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.

2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.

3. settings to choose:

•

4. A/C (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C

engages automatically in MAX A/C, (floor/defrost).

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

Multifunction control: Press repeatedly to cycle through the

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

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5. Recirculated air (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air distribution selection is either

6. MAX A/C (if equipped): Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation.

7. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.

8. the vehicle.

9. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,

• To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the

(panel/floor).

Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

select speed can also be increased to improve clearing.

system off or with recirculated air engaged and A/C off.

airflow to the back seats.

the windshield.

for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”

air distribution setting that is selected.

(defrost) or (floor/defrost). Temperature and/or fan

(defrost). When

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If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.

For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):

1. Select MAX A/C.

2. Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting and then adjust as necessary to maintain comfort.

• A/C and

• Airflow will automatically be directed out of the panel vents.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(recirculated air) will be automatically selected.

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

1 6 8

43 5 7

A/C

DUAL

EXT

A/C

AUTO

MAX A/C

14 13 12

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Optional or Standard message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

1. speed.

2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors.

3. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection.

–/+Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan

Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

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4. Manual control: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to toggle through the settings to choose:

•

5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C,

and

6. the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air

distribution selection is either

7. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.

8. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation.

9. passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

(defrost)

(floor/defrost).

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

(defrost). When the ignition switch is

(panel) or (panel/floor).

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10. Passenger temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The passenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right corner of the display.

11. passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating

and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

12. EXT: Press to display the exterior temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

13. DUAL: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control.

14. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.

15. cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

16. Driver temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left corner of the display.

17. heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

Passenger cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver

Driver heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select

• To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the system off, or with

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.

(defrost) (floor/defrost).

(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.

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• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out”.

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected.

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the max A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.

For maximum cooling performance:

• Automatic operation:

1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation.

2. Do not override A/C or

3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

• Manual operation:

1. Select MAX A/C. The system will automatically default to single zone

operation and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

• A/C and

• Airflow will be directed out of the panel vents.

2. Fan speed will be automatically increased to the highest setting but

can be adjusted as desired. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(recirculated air) will be selected.

(panel/floor).

(recirculated air).

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)

The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the side mirrors.

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Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The indicator light will illuminate when activated. For vehicles with a sliding rear window– the defroster will be disabled when the window is opened.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty.

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature during remote start based on the outside temperature. Engine idle may increase to help with adjusting the cabin temperature.

Note: No climate control adjustments will be recognized during remote start operation and none of the climate function indicators will be illuminated while the vehicle is in remote start. Once the ignition is cycled to the on position, the climate control system will return to the previous settings (last ignition-on cycle) and adjustments can be made normally. If the previous setting was off, the climate control system will turn off. If you previously had any of the following activated: heated seats (if equipped), cooled seats (if equipped), heated mirrors (if equipped), or rear defrost, they will not return to their previous settings (on) when the ignition is turned on and will need to be re-activated if desired.

For more information on remote start climate settings and options, refer to Message Center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Manual climate control

For hot weather conditions:

• The climate control system will be set to MAX A/C. For cold weather conditions:

• The climate control system will be set to provide maximum heating in

• Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated.

For moderate weather conditions:

• The interior cabin will be heated, cooled or off, based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

• Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated.

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Automatic climate control

For hot weather conditions:

• The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C).

• The cooled seats (if equipped) will be set to high.

For cold weather conditions:

• The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C).

• The heated seats (if equipped) will be set to high.

• Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated.

For moderate weather conditions:

• The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off, based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

• Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated.

• Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated.

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HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position turn on the parking lamps.

Rotate clockwise to the second position headlamps.

Autolamp control (if equipped)

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control to

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control from the autolamp position.

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on, the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows:

Autolamps - Programmable exit delay

Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed.

To program the auto lamp exit time delay:

1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in

the autolamp position.

2. Turn the headlamp control to off.

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off.

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4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on.

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off.

Fog lamp control (if equipped)

The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be turned on only when the headlamp

controlisinthe position and the high beams are not

turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you

to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp indicator light

High beams

Pull the lever fully past the detent to activate. Pull the lever fully again to deactivate.

, or

will illuminate.

Flash-to-pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:

• the ignition must be in the on position,

• the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and

• the parking brake must be disengaged.

• the transmission is not in P (Park)

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at

dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lit components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation.

• Tapthetoporbottomofthe control to brighten/dim all interior lit components incrementally, or

• Press and hold at the first position the top or bottom of the control until the desired lighting level is reached.

• Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

Your vehicle is equipped with an aerodynamic headlamp system. The aerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertical direction (up/down) using the procedure following. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant and should not normally need adjustment.

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Vertical aim adjustment

The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments.

To adjust the headlamps:

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)

• (2) Center height of lamp to ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp (indicated by a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well).

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light from that lamp hits the wall.

4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line.

5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then use a #2 Philips head to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust down) or clockwise (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line.

6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and cancellation is electronic.

• To operate the left turn signal, push the lever down until it stops and release.

• To operate the right turn signal, push the lever up until it stops and release.

• To manually cancel turn signal operation, push the lever again in either direction.

Lane change

To indicate a left or right lane change:

• Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and release. The turn signals will flash three times and stop.

• Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and hold. The turn signals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Front map lamps (if equipped)

The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. The map lamps also light when:

• any door is opened,

• the instrument panel dimmer

switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and

• any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off.

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Rear dome/map lamps

Your vehicle may have map lamps within the rear dome lamp. Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn the lamps on.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation

Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:

• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)

• Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are:

• Water puddle inside the lamp

• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.

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Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

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Function Number

of bulbs

Headlamps 2 H13/9008 Park/Turn lamp 2 3157NA Sidemarker 2 W5W Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (pick-up only) 2 3157 Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (chassis cabs

only; if equipped) Back-up (pick-ups only) 2 921 Back-up (chassis cabs only) 2 3157 High-mount brake lamp 1 922 Fog lamp 2 9145 License plate lamp 2 194 Cargo lamp 2 906 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 3 578 Interior visor lamp (if equipped) 4 194 Mirror turn signal 2 2825 Mirror clearance lamp 2 2825 *Front clearance lamps (2) and front

identification lamps (3) *Rear fender clearance 4 LED** *Rear identification 3 193** To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer * Dual rear wheels, or if equipped. ** See your authorized dealer to replace the lamp assembly.

2 3157

5 194

Trade number

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Replacing headlamps, park lamps, turn lamps

1. Make sure that the exterior lamps are off, then open the hood.

2. Using masking tape or a marker, make an alignment mark between one of the grille brackets and the vehicle radiator support to ensure correct grille alignment during re-assembly. Do not scratch the black coating from the radiator support.

3. Remove the two grille to headlamp assembly push pins and the four bolts attaching the top of the grille to the radiator support.

4. Pull the top of the grille forward to gain access to the lower grille spring clips.

5. Depress the spring clips through the lower inner grille access openings using a flat head screwdriver.

6. Pull the grill straight out to remove.

7. Remove the four bolts from the headlamp assembly.

8. Pull the assembly straight out disengaging one snap clip from the fender.

9. Disconnect the electrical connector by squeezing the release tab and pushing the connector forward, then pulling it rearward.

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10. For the headlamp bulb, remove

the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out.

11. For the park or turn lamp bulb,

remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out.

WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep

out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (pick-ups only)

1. Make sure the headlamps are off, then open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies.

Remove the two bolts from the tail

2. lamp assembly and carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar by releasing the two retaining tabs.

3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

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Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (chassis cabs only) (if equipped)

1. Make sure the headlamps are off.

2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly.

3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brake lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamps are off.

2. Remove the screws and lamp assembly from the vehicle as wiring permits.

3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise.

4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

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Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs (if equipped)

1. Make sure the headlamps are off.

2. Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Install the bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)

1. Make sure the headlamps are off.

2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper. To change the license plate lamp bulbs:

1. Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb.

2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly.

3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb.

4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the wipers will go.

Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk:

• briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick press and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long press and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to 10 seconds.

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)

When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.

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TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column.

2. While the lever is in the down position, move the steering wheel up or down and in or out until you find the desired position.

3. While holding the steering wheel in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.

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Slide-on-rod feature (if equipped)

Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage.

Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.

Storage compartment (if equipped)

Press the release tab on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position.

The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

CONGRATULATIONS

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

Warning symbols on your vehicle

Protecting the environment

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Special instructions

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Event Data Recording

Vehicle Modification Data Recording

CELL PHONE USE

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

GAUGES

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER

Selectable features

Info (information menu)

System check and vehicle feature customization

Compass zone/calibration adjustment

System warnings

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Main menu

Gauge Mode

Trip A/B

Fuel Economy

Truck Apps (if equipped)

Settings

Information

Compass/transmission indicator displays

System warnings and status messages

Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)

AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite-compatible sound system (if equipped)

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)

USB port (if equipped)

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Climate Controls

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL

Operating tips

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Operating tips

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

Lights

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Autolamp control (if equipped)

Fog lamp control (if equipped)

High beams

Flash-to-pass

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

Vertical aim adjustment

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

INTERIOR LAMPS

Front map lamps (if equipped)

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation

Replacing exterior bulbs

Replacing headlamps, park lamps, turn lamps