Ford Flex 2011 User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 16 Message center 18
Entertainment Systems 28
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 28 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37 USB port 39 Satellite radio information 43 Family entertainment system 47 Navigation system 67 SYNC 67
Climate Controls 68
Manual heating and air conditioning 68 Dual electronic automatic temperature control 71 Navigation system based climate control 74 Rear window defroster 80
Lights 81
Headlamps 81 Turn signal control 85 Bulb replacement 86
Driver Controls 91
Windshield wiper/washer control 91 Steering wheel adjustment 92 Power windows 100 Mirrors 102 Speed control 104 Moon roof 107
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Locks and Security 118
Keys 118 Locks 124 Anti-theft system 137
Seating and Safety Restraints 143
Seating 143 Safety restraints 165 Airbags 180 Child restraints 195
Tires, Wheels and Loading 214
Tire information 216 Tire inflation 218 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 231 Vehicle loading 237 Trailer towing 244 Recreational towing 249
Driving 250
Starting 250 Brakes 255 AdvanceTrac 257 Transmission operation 266 Reverse sensing system 272 Rear-view camera system 274 All wheel drive 281
Roadside Emergencies 288
Getting roadside assistance 288 Hazard flasher control 289 Fuel pump shut-off 289 Fuses and relays 290 Changing tires 298 Temporary mobility kit 305 Wheel lug nut torque 313 Jump starting 315 Wrecker towing 318
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Customer Assistance 320
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 326 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 326
Cleaning 327
Maintenance and Specifications 336
Engine compartment 338 Engine oil 342 Battery 346 Engine coolant 348 Fuel information 355 Air filter(s) 373 Part numbers 377 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 378 Engine data 381
Accessories 385
Ford Extended Service Plan 387
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 391
Normal scheduled maintenance and log 397
Index 412
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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product. 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 Mexico: www.ford.com.mx
In Australia: www.ford.com.au
Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This vehicle’s 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 vehicle’s Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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.

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.
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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 towards 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, seat 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.
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.
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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.

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 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 SYNCsupplement for more information.

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 seatbelts were
buckled/fastened;
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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.
Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNCor 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 SYNCsupplement for more information.
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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 your 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 SYNCsupplement for more information.

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

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s 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
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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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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive 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 bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.
Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator light 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 light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See 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.
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power: Illuminates when a
powertrain or a AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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 or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.
BRAKE
P!
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.
ABS
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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 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-Minderchime 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: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
Engine coolant temperature:
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.
AdvanceTrac/traction control:
Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac/traction control is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
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AdvanceTrac/traction control off: Illuminates when the
AdvanceTrac/traction control has been turned off. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
Low tire pressure warning:
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 or begins to flash, 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.
Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.
Overdrive cancel and grade assist (if equipped): Illuminates
when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter.
Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLockPassive Anti-theft System has been activated.
OFF
Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open.
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Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
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.
Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Message center activation chime: Sounds when some warning messages appear in the message center display for the first time.
Overspeed chime (if equipped): Sounds when the vehicle speed reaches 75 mph (120 km/h) or higher.

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Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.
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 the needle moves close to the “H” range, the engine is overheating. For more information, refer to Engine fluid temperature management and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
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.
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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: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Refer to
Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter on how to switch
the display from Metric to English. Trip odometer: See TRIP A/B under Message center in this chapter.

MESSAGE CENTER

Your vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs.
The message center is also 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.

Info

Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features:
TRIP A/B
Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO button until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold RESET until it resets.
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 in the Locks and Security chapter.
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.
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Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel.
LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty. Press RESET to clear this warning message. It will return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty.
Distance to empty 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.
AVG MPG (L/100 km)
Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.
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)
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 (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.
For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
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.
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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.
Blank Screen
The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the info menu items.
System check and vehicle feature customization
Press SETUP repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features:
RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK
When this message appears, press RESET and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed.
Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.
1. OIL LIFE
2. CHARGING SYSTEM
3. WASHER FLUID LEVEL
4. DOOR AJAR STATUS
5. LIFTGATE STATUS
6. BRAKE SYSTEM
7. TIRE PRESSURE
8. FUEL LEVEL
9. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey™ is programmed)
10. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED
11. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED
12. ADVANCTRAC
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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. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change, perform the following:
1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”.
2. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%.
Note: To change oil life 100% value to another value, proceed to Step 3.
3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press RESET to change the Oil Life Start Value. Each release and press will reduce the value by 10%.
UNITS
Displays the current units in English or Metric. Press RESET to change between English and Metric.
AUTOLAMP
This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.
Press RESET 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 RESET to turn it off or on.
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.
POWER LIFTGATE (if equipped)
This feature allows users to open/close the rear liftgate at the touch of a button.
Press RESET to turn it off or on.
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EASY ENTRY
This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backwards for easy exit/entry from the vehicle.
Press RESET to turn it off or on.
REAR PARK AID (if equipped)
This feature sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.
Press RESET to turn it off or on.
TRAILER SWAY (if equipped)
This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway, Press RESET to turn it off or on.
TIRE MOBILITY KIT EXP 1, 2, 3, 4 YR (if equipped)
Use this feature to set the expiration date that is listed on the tire mobility kit sealant canister. See Temporary mobility kit in the Roadside Emergencieschapter for more information on the expiration date.
Press the RESET control to choose the proper expiration date in years.
CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP / CLEAR MYKEY
For more information refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter.
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 RESET 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.
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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.
DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger 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.
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.
XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.
CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LIFTGATE AJAR — Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed. Press RESET to reset display.
CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled.
REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR PASS SEAT — Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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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.
AWD OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the AWD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The AWD system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool.
CHECK AWD (if equipped) — Displayed when a problem exists with the AWD system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle has 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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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
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. 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.
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%.
INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to the remote key entry system. For more information on integrated key, refer to the Locks and Security chapter in this manual.
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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.
ACTIVE PARK FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a fault has occurred with the active park assist system. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK CANCELLED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park assist feature has been canceled when it is in use. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
CANCELLED BY OVER SPEED (if equipped)— Displayed when the active park assist feature self cancels due to vehicle speed over the preset limit allowed by the active park assist system. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
CANCELLED BY DRIVER INPUT (if equipped) — Displayed when the autopark feature has been canceled due to driver inputs. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
CANCELLED BY ADV TRAC EVENT (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the AdvanceTracsystem activating. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
CANCELLED BY ABS EVENT (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been canceled due to the ABS activating. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK SEARCHING (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
SPACE FOUND PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
SPACE FOUND STOP (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
PULL FORWARD USE CAUTION (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
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BACK UP SLOWLY USE CAUTION (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
BACK UP USE CAUTION (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK FINISHED (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
ACTIVE PARK DEACTIVATED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been turned off. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information.
MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed at startup when MyKey is in use. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey 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 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
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TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey is in use and Belt-Minderis activated. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTracsystem and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.
SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac system has detected a condition that requires service.
TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — 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.
POWER REDUCED TO LOWER TEMP — Displayed when vehicle performance is reduced due to high engine fluid temperatures. See
Engine fluid temperature management and What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
SERVICE TIRE MOBILITY KIT (if equipped) — Displayed when the tire mobility kit requires service. See your authorized dealer for more information.
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Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.
Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.
Note: Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system. If your display shows six small circles in the display, your audio system is a CD6 system (six disc changer). If not, your system is a single CD system.
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Setting the clock
To set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and minutes and press OK. The clock will then begin from that time.
If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to Clock in the Driver Controls chapter for instructions on how to set the time.
AM/FM Radio
/ VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the knob to increase/decrease volume.
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.
AM/FM: Press repeatedly to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.
TUNE: Turn the knob to go up/down the frequency band in individual increments.
DIRECT: Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency (i.e. 93.9) using the memory preset numbers (0–9).
SEEK: Press access the previous/next strong
radio station.
SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations.
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MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): When tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.
Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2.
To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to
initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate. The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing.
If there are fewer than 10 strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.
RDS Radio
Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC, COUNTRY, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc.
To activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the
station name or type.
CAT/FOLD(Category/Folder):
This feature allows you to select from various music categories.
To change RDS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use ON/OFF. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press through all possible categories. When the desired category appears in the display, press selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that
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SEEK to switch RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is OFF,
SEEK to switch RDS between
SEEK to find the next station playing that
SEEK to switch
SEEK to scroll
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